# The High Court in Pretoria has ruled that late former Zambian president Edgar Lungu’s mortal remains must be repatriated for a state funeral. This ends a legal standoff between the Zambian government and his family who wanted to bury him in Johannesburg. Lungu died two months ago while receiving treatment in South Africa. Deputy […]
# Deputy president Paul Mashatile says traditional leaders are vital partners in governance, especially in rural communities. Speaking at a dialogue session with Traditional and Khoi San leaders in Pretoria, Mashatile emphasised their role as custodians of culture and tradition, beyond the term limits of elected officials. He highlighted that their leadership is rooted in […]
# Former president Thabo Mbeki’s foundation and others have withdrawn from the national dialogue preparatory team. They’ve called for a postponement after 15 October, citing rushed planning, lack of funding transparency, and a shift from a citizen-led approach to government control. The dialogue is expected to take place next Friday. Despite meeting president Cyril Ramaphosa, […]
# LegalAid South Africa has warned defense lawyers in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial that discharge applications have slim prospects of success and has declined to fund them. Despite this, three of the four legal teams plan to proceed while four of the five accused indicated to the High Court in Pretoria they wished to […]
# The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies has launched the National Artificial Intelligence Stakeholder Forum in Pretoria. The collaborative platform is aimed at shaping an inclusive, ethical, and people-focused digital future. Deputy minister Mondli Gungubele told Newzroom Afrika South Africa’s top AI minds must help drive the national agenda, from classrooms to communities. He […]
# Eastern Cape Community Safety MEC Xolile Nqatha says the murder of prosecutor Tracy Brown is a blow to the justice system. Speaking at Brown’s memorial, Nqatha condemned the killings of prosecutors who are seeking justice for victims and called for justice. Brown was gunned down outside her Gqeberha home and will be buried on […]
# The 3rd annual summit for Women Who Make Moves in Sport is underway at the Gordon Institute of Business Science in Johannesburg. Hosted under the ‘She Owns Her Success‘ campaign, the event empowers women in sport to build personal brands, share success stories, and access financial and mental wellness tools. The summit also provides […]
# The draft Children’s Amendment Bill has been approved for public comment. The Bill seeks to strengthen the Children’s Act of 2005 by addressing gaps in childcare and protection services. It focuses on improving prevention, early intervention, statutory care, reintegration, and aftercare systems. Additionally, it aims to reinforce measures to protect children from violence, mistreatment, […]
# Government has approved the Regulator Board appointment to oversee the Transport Economic Regulator. The board will align regulatory principles across ports, rail, road, and aviation, ensuring fair pricing and improved service. Key priorities include boosting competition, protecting users, attracting investment, and shifting freight from road to rail. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni emphasised […]
