# The Western Cape government has expressed its sadness following the death of actress Crystal-Donna Roberts. She died of cancer, aged 41. Roberts was known for her roles on screen and stage, her portrayal of Krotoa in the film with the same name, and Janice in Arendsvlei which earned her accolades, including best actress awards. […]
# The United Democratic Movement in Johannesburg has called on the City of Johannesburg to extend efforts to repair potholes and faulty traffic signs citywide ahead of the G20 Summit. UDM’s Yongama Zigebe stresses that service delivery should not only benefit areas highlighted for international delegates but be inclusive of all residents. He has called […]
# The DA in the Eastern Cape has escalated the stray animal crisis in Inxuba Yethemba Local Municipality to the provincial government. The DA’s Heinrich Müller highlights the severe under-resourcing of the municipality, including a non-operational pound and inadequate staffing. Müller has called for immediate action to prevent further fatalities. He called for proper management […]
# Lesotho’s Foreign minister, Lejone Mpotjoane, has expressed shock after US president Donald Trump referred to the country as one nobody has ever heard of during a speech to Congress on Tuesday. Trump criticised foreign spending, including 146-million-rand for LGBTQI+ initiatives in Lesotho. Mpotjoane said the remarks were a mockery and has invited Trump to […]
# The City of Johannesburg has announced the successful completion of the Naledi Clinic. Built by the Johannesburg Development Agency the final inspections by Building Control confirmed the facility is fit for occupation. The clinic features four wings and 18 consultation rooms, enhancing patient capacity. The Health and Social Development Department will now equip and […]
# The Nelson Mandela Foundation says its new Strategy 2025-2028, called Rolihlahla: Making Good Trouble, has been approved by its Board of Trustees. The foundation’s CEO Mbongiseni Buthelezi, says the strategy focuses on mobilising Madiba’s legacy to promote justice, equity, and good leadership. He emphasised that the foundation will advance access to land, counter divisive […]
# The Northern Cape government is set to launch a 60-thousand jobs plan this year to tackle high unemployment. The MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lorato Venus Blennies-Magage, says a large-scale skills programme has been developed to align with the province’s needs. Speaking on the sidelines of the provincial State of the Nation Address, […]
# The Campaign for Free Expression has criticised recent statements by officials linking Afriforum and Solidarity to treason. This follows Hawks head Godfrey Lebeya’s announcement of an investigation linked to treason charges. The lobby group argues that such claims are irresponsible and inconsistent with constitutional values. It warns that criminalising speech, even if provocative, undermines […]
# The DA in Gauteng has criticised drastic cuts to the province’s broadband expansion, leaving 473 public facilities including schools, clinics, and residents without essential internet access. The DA’s Ina Cilliers says the e-Government Department has reduced its broadband rollout targets instead of expanding connectivity. She has called for transparency and accountability, warning that poor […]
