# The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has confirmed the safe return of 23 South Africans rescued from Myanmar. Lured to Thailand under false pretenses, they were held captive for over four months, forced into cybercrime, and abused. In a statement, DIRCO says it facilitated their repatriation, offering financial assistance. The Department of Social […]
# Communications minister Solly Malatsi has called on TikTok to extend its Creator Fund to South Africa, allowing local creators to earn income from their videos. With over 17 million TikTok users, Malatsi believes South Africa is an ideal market for the fund’s expansion. The minister says TikTok’s growth in South Africa is evident, with […]
# MTN South Africa and Lynk Global have completed a successful trial of the first satellite-to-mobile phone call in Vryburg, North West. According to My Broadband, the trial tested voice and SMS capabilities over a low-earth orbit satellite connection. MTN CEO Charles Molapisi stated this technology could complement existing infrastructure, enhancing coverage in rural areas. […]
# AfriForum has hit back at minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, for misrepresenting a meeting between the organisation and police. It refutes claims that it admitted the farm murder statistics presented by Police minister Senzo Mchunu were accurate. AfriForum’s Jacques Broodryk insists the meeting was to compare crime data, not address white genocide. He […]
# The Gauteng Department of Community Safety will sign a Memorandum of Agreement with the Universities of Johannesburg and North-West to enhance campus security. The agreement aims to address crime, violence, and protests through joint research, improved policing, and safety awareness programs. Department Head Nontsikelelo Sisulu and university leaders will sign the MoA, aligning with […]
# The High Court in Pretoria has suspended the 31 March analogue TV switch-off deadline, barring Communications minister Solly Malatsi and Sentech from proceeding. The ruling follows a legal challenge by eMedia, SABC and advocacy groups, arguing the switch-off would impact millions of indigent households. However, Malatsi’s legal team claims eMedia is protecting commercial interests. […]
# The DA in Gauteng has urged MEC Lebogang Maile to ensure only qualified and corruption-free candidates are appointed to the Gauteng Liquor Board Commission of Inquiry. Today marks the deadline for applications. The DA’s Mike Moriarty says the commission, investigating alleged corruption, is long overdue, with complaints from business owners about delays in liquor […]
# SANParks has launched joint operations to improve safety in the Lions Head, Signal Hill, Pipe Track, and The Glen areas of Table Mountain National Park. This follows a rise in armed robberies. The collaborative effort with police and the Camps Bay city improvement district, have increased patrols and intelligence-led interventions to curb crime. SANParks […]
# The Gauteng Department of Health is hosting the Third Provincial Research and Innovation Summit at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. Under the theme Health Systems Reconfiguration Towards Optimising Governance with Sustainable Futures, the two-day event focuses on advancing healthcare through research and innovation. Spokesperson Motalatale Modiba says experts will discuss healthcare challenges […]
