# Nelson Mandela Foundation chairperson, Naledi Pandor, has opened commemorations of International Nelson Mandela Day with an exhibition at the UN Headquarters in New York. Titled Our Shared Humanity in Action, it reflects on the UN Special Committee’s role against apartheid. Today, she delivers the keynote address at the official commemoration, urging global solidarity in […]
# The DA has condemned the appointment of a 29-year-old brigadier who is currently out on bail for corruption as Head of Visible Policing in Pretoria’s Moot District. The DA’s Ian Cameron says the officer lacks police training, has never worn a police uniform, and faces serious charges. Despite the police calling it a temporary […]
# A global study has found that people who link extreme weather to climate change are more likely to support climate policies. Published in Nature Climate Change, the research surveyed 68 countries and showed strong support for protecting forests and using sustainable energy, while carbon tax measures were least popular. The study reveals that experience […]
# AfriForum has collected five water samples in and around Musina, after reports of severe pollution and visible blue-green discolouration in the Limpopo River. AfriForum Environmental Affairs advisor, Marais de Vaal, says the samples are undergoing urgent lab testing to assess health risks. De Vaal says the incident reflects South Africa’s broader environmental crisis and […]
# Public Works minister, Dean Macpherson, and UK Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, have announced a landmark partnership to boost South Africa’s infrastructure delivery. Unveiled at the G20 Finance Ministerial Meeting in Durban, the UK will support three projects including Project Capstone, Project Speed, and the Adopt-a-Municipality Programme. These initiatives aim to enhance project delivery, asset management, […]
# AfriForum has welcomed the life sentences and an additional 71 years imprisonment handed down by the Evander Magistrate’s Court in Mpumalanga, to three men for the 2022 attack on a Leandra farm. The trio, found guilty of 17 charges including robbery and assault, attacked a woman and her domestic worker under the pretense of […]
# Public Works deputy minister, Sihle Zikalala, says plans are progressing for the construction of a small harbour in the Ray Nkonyeni District on the KZN South Coast. The one-billion-rand project includes a boat launch site and fisheries, expected to create thousands of jobs. Speaking at the Umdoni Investment Conference, Zikalala said the programme will […]
# The National Prosecuting Authority has filed a notice of appeal at the Randburg Magistrate’s Court following the decision to grant bail to 12 SANDF soldiers accused of killing Hawks investigator Frans Mathipa. The soldiers were granted ten-thousand-rand bail each. The NPA’s Phindi Mjonondwane says the NPA awaits the court transcript before proceeding to apply […]
# The government has applauded the South African Broadcasting Corporation as its news division marks 75 years of public service journalism. Since 1950, SABC News has informed and empowered millions, covering key milestones including South Africa’s democracy, leadership transitions, and international presence. Government also paid tribute to veteran journalist Sophie Mokoena, who retires after 31 […]
