# RISE Mzansi has called on the US, UK and European Union to act urgently to stop, what it terms as the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza by Israel’s government. In a statement, the party accused global powers of enabling mass killings through silence and inaction. Drawing parallels to apartheid-era struggles, RISE Mzansi demanded an […]
# South Africa’s US envoy, Mcebisi Jonas, says the country must expand trade markets ahead of US president Donald Trump’s expected announcement on tariffs and African Growth and Opportunity Act on Friday. Jonas told delegates at the Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation seminar in Sandton, that US ties remain crucial. He urged Africa to lead globally, despite […]
# The case against Gauteng woman Tiffany Meek, accused of killing her young son, Jaden-Lee, had been postponed to 17 September. Speaking outside the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court, the National Prosecuting Authority’s regional spokesperson, Phindi Mjonondwane, welcomed the court’s decision to deny Meek bail. She also faces charges of defeating the ends of justice, obstruction, and […]
# A Gauteng woman accused of killing her young son, Tiffany Meek’s lawyer, Noven Naidoo, says a new bail application with fresh facts is under consideration. The Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court denied her bail this morning. Meek stands accused of murdering eleven-year-old Jayden-Lee in their flat in Johannesburg in May. Magistrate Anneline Africa ruled her release […]
# The Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court in Gauteng has denied bail to Tiffany Meek, accused of the murder of her eleven-year-old son, Jayden-Lee. Magistrate Anneline Africa cited strong circumstantial evidence, dishonest conduct, and flight risk concerns. The court noted Meek reported Jayden-Lee missing while knowing he was in their flat and later moved his body. The […]
# The former uMzimkhulu municipal manager in KwaZulu-Natal, Zweliphansi Skhosana appeared in the local Magistrate’s Court today for his alleged role in the 2017 murder of former ANC Youth League secretary-general Sindiso Magaqa. Magaqa was reportedly targeted for exposing corruption in a municipal tender. One hitman has been convicted, and two other accused will appear […]
# The National Transmission Company South Africa has launched the SAWEM School, a compulsory training programme ahead of South Africa’s Wholesale Electricity Market opening in April 2026. The course that began today in Gauteng, will be held three days a month. It combines theory with practical simulations to prepare producers, traders, and large consumers. The […]
# Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for a dedicated SAPS unit to tackle municipal corruption and political killings. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Hlabisa welcomed the arrest of former uMzimkhulu municipal manager Zweliphansi Skhosana, linked to Sindiso Magaqa’s 2017 murder. Magaqa was allegedly killed for exposing corruption. One hitman was convicted […]
# The Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation is hosting a seminar in Sandton, Johannesburg, on various geo-political affairs, including the looming US tariff hikes and uncertainty surrounding the African Growth and Opportunity Act. US president Donald Trump’s decision is expected to affect various sectors, including agriculture and automotive. Speakers include South Africa’s special envoy to the US, […]
