# Former-pastor Colin Davids of Platinum Forex CC and co-accused Derek Bredenkamp have been sentenced to nine years in prison by the Bellville Specialised Commercial Court in the Western Cape for siphoning 329-million-rand in a ponzi scheme. The duo were convicted in June 2025 for the decade-long case. Investigations revealed Platinum Forex was unregistered and […]
# President Cyril Ramaphosa says the 2025 Zimbabwe Agricultural Show provided valuable insights for South Africa’s agriculture. Speaking in Harare, Ramaphosa praised Zimbabwe’s policy reforms, investment in irrigation and mechanisation, and support for large-and-small-scale farmers. Ramaphosa stressed that agriculture is vital for sustaining jobs and called for increased investment in small and medium farming enterprises. […]
# AfriForum has challenged the constitutionality of the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s secret settlement with Eskom over tariff disputes. The civil rights group argues that NERSA’s decision, which grants Eskom an additional 54-billion-rand and raises electricity prices by nearly nine-percent annually for 2026/2027 and 2027/2028, undermines transparency and accountability. NERSA admitted to errors […]
# The Portfolio Committee on Health will call the Department of Health to respond to issues raised during virtual public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery System Control Bill. Chairperson Sibongiseni Dhlomo confirmed diverse views emerged, with supporters praising the bill for closing regulatory loopholes and protecting public health. Meanwhile, critics argued it […]
# The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has raised concern that roadblocks conducted by Metro Police and Gauteng Traffic Police are increasingly used for revenue collection rather than crime prevention. During a meeting with premier Panyaza Lesufi and provincial police commissioner Tommy Mthombeni, members noted that many operations focus on unpaid fines […]
# National police commissioner Fanni Masemola has emphasised the need for intelligence sharing and cooperation among nations to combat crime. He was speaking at the conclusion of the 27th Interpol African Regional Conference in Cape Town. Masemola highlighted the scale of crime challenges facing law enforcement in Africa and globally. He says these include human […]
# KwaZulu-Natal police officers seen escorting a learner to a matric dance in Estcourt using an official vehicle have been suspended from duty pending an internal investigation. Provincial commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi ordered their temporary removal, disciplinary action, and repayment of state resources misused. A viral video showed the armed officers on duty, neglecting policing responsibilities. […]
# The Western Cape High Court has authorised the City of Cape Town and national departments to serve eviction notices to foreign nationals residing in tents on state-owned land. Approximately 160 individuals remain at Wingfield in Maitland, and around 200 at Paint City in Bellville. The notices will be served in various translated languages. They […]
# Cosatu has praised the High Court in Pretoria for dismissing challenges by the National Employers’ Association of South Africa and Sakeliga against the Employment Equity Act. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks said this confirms Employment and Employment minister Nomakhosazana Meth’s authority to set sectoral targets, ensuring fair opportunities for all workers, regardless of race, gender, or […]
