# Soccer: Lesotho’s governing body has urged world body FIFA to remain consistent in handling Bafana Bafana midfielder Tebogo Mokoena’s case. Secretary-general Mokhosi Mohapi believes Mokoena should have been suspended during South Africa’s 2-0 win over Lesotho in the World Cup qualifiers. FIFA’s rule entails an automatic one-match ban after two yellow cards. Bafana currently […]
# Gautrain is adapting to changing travel patterns by offering flexible schedules and pricing to meet the needs of hybrid workers. CEO Tshepo Kgobe announced plans to extend routes to townships like Soweto and Mamelodi, and diversify revenue streams. Spokesperson Albi Modise added that a new operating partner will be appointed in 2026 to drive […]
# ANC leader in the City of Cape Town Council, Banele Majingo, has resigned and joined the DA. DA metro region chairperson, JP Smith has welcomed Majingo, who cited alignment with the DA’s values of clean governance and economic growth. Majingo, a lifelong political activist, expressed admiration for the DA’s commitment to service delivery. Smith […]
# Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier has urged community members to stay vigilant against illegal activities in schools during the upcoming autumn break tomorrow. While 443 schools will have subsidised security, Maynier emphasised the crucial role of community involvement in protecting school property. He encouraged residents to report suspicious activities and wished teachers and […]
# Rand Water says the utility is pursuing outstanding municipal debt through special purpose vehicles. These entities, managed by boards and management teams, will ring-fence water revenue. Speaking at the National Water and Sanitation Indaba in Midrand, Rand Water CEO Sipho Mosai emphasised that funds will be used strictly for water infrastructure upgrades, maintenance, and […]
# Rand Water CEO Sipho Mosai says Gauteng remains one of the top-performing provinces in water quality, according to Blue Drop reports. Speaking at the National Water and Sanitation Indaba in Midrand, Mosai noted that the province has no issues with water sourcing or bulk purification. However, Mosai warned 1.7 billion liters is lost daily […]
# Public Works and Infrastructure minister Dean Macpherson and the mayor of Saldanha Bay on the West Coast, André Truter, have committed to revitalising the St Helena Bay and Saldanha Bay small harbours. Truter welcomed the initiative, emphasising clear action and implementation timelines. Macpherson instructed officials to develop a master plan to boost the local […]
# Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis will table the City’s 2025/26 ‘Invested in Hope’ budget today, featuring a record 39.7-billion-rand infrastructure investment. According to Hill-Lewis, the budget prioritizes lower-income households with tariff relief, reduced electricity increases, and a new water and sanitation charge structure. Over 500 new metro police officers will be deployed, while property […]
# Build One South Africa will lead a picket outside the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng as president Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the National Water and Sanitation Indaba today. The party demands urgent action on the water crisis. BOSA board chairperson, Stevens Mokgalapa, calls for solutions instead of summits. The picket follows BOSA’s legal action […]
