# Outgoing DA leader John Steenhuisen says South Africa’s broken government systems stem from weakened institutions caused by cadre deployment and corruption. Speaking at the party’s congress in Midrand, Gauteng, Steenhuisen cited former president Jacob Zuma’s era as a turning point leading to the decline of the economy. He says rebuilding systems remains challenging but […]
# South African Communist Party deputy national chairperson Thulas Nxesi says the party is not seeking to weaken its alliance with the ANC, but to reconfigure it. This comes as the ANC national executive council meet this weekend to find a way forward with the alliance ahead of the local government elections. Nxesi said differences […]
# Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, DA’s Solly Malatsi if hopeful to retain his position as deputy federation chairperson against Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube and Tshwane caucus leader Cilliers Brink. Malatsi was speaking at the party’s elective congress in Midrand. He added the party is at a breakthrough moment as it seeks to […]
# Soccer: Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has called on fans to come out in numbers to support the team ahead of its upcoming international friendly matches against Algeria in Durban this week. Ellis says playing in Durban will help simulate conditions expected at the tournament. She adds strong crowd support has always boosted the […]
# BetterBond has revealed that South Africa’s residential property market is showing signs of recovery, supported by lower interest rates and easing deposit requirements. The April BetterBond Home Loan Index has risen 21.8-percent since late 2023, reflecting stronger home-buying activity. Experts say improving bank performance, modest economic growth and rising real incomes are boosting confidence. […]
# Acting Independent Police Investigative Directorate head Thuso Keefelakae has raised concerns of anticipated service delivery challenges following the arrest of nine police officers linked to a 2024 shooting in Bultfontein, Free State. The shooting left three civilians and constable Mojalefa Borole dead after multiple gunshots were fired during a tactical operation. The officers are expected […]
# The Hawks arrested a truck driver and seized explosives worth nearly 2.8-million-rand in Musina near the Beitbridge Border Post by a multidisciplinary team. Authorities discovered blasting cartridges, detonators and fuse reels during a joint operation. Hawks spokesperson Avela Fumba says the suspect attempted to flee but was quickly arrested. The 42-year-old is expected to […]
# Cape Crime Crisis Coalition chairperson Llewellyn Macmaster says gang violence in Cape Town has escalated since the deployment of the South African Defence Force in the Western Cape. It is alleged that more than 30 people have been killed in gang-related shootings since the deployment. He raised concerns that the military presence has not […]
# Global brewer Heineken has launched a Bar de Change concept at OR Tambo International Airport, allowing South Africans travelling to Europe to buy beers at local prices. Travelers receive digital vouchers that can be redeemed at partner bars abroad on a one-for-one basis. The initiative aims to offset the weak rand, which makes beer […]
