# The South African Restructuring and Insolvency Practitioners Association has expressed outrage at the assassination of insolvency attorney Bouwer van Niekerk in his Sandton office. SARIPA says attacks like this threaten the justice system and the safety of legal practitioners. They believe the killing is a devastating loss to the legal and insolvency community. The […]
# The Mayibuye Consultation Process has officially transitioned into a political party with the launch of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement. Led by expelled MK Party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu, the new movement aims to operate independently, uniting communities, labour unions, and civic groups. Shivambu told the media the movement welcomes members from all backgrounds and is […]
# The DA says the Competition Commission’s cost of living report confirms the ANC’s failed electricity policy has driven prices up by 68-percent since 2020, more than double inflation. The party argues families are being forced to choose between food and electricity. The DA’s Kevin Mileham calls for a new pricing policy, an end to […]
# Renowned Cape Town advocate Norman Arendse has been appointed as evidence leader for Parliament’s ad-hoc committee investigating allegations by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Arendse will be assisted by two senior counsels, with hearings set to start between 16 and 22 September. Committee chairperson, Soviet Lekganyane, says Mkhwanazi will only be able to testify […]
# Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says the cabinet has approved two bills for Parliament. The South African Judicial Education Institute Bill will restructure the institute that trains judges, including the appointment of a dean and clarification of the director’s role, to strengthen and make courts fairer. The Business Licensing Bill will modernise business […]
# Stellenbosch Municipality has suspended its human resources manager, Alexander Kannemeyer, following a viral video in which he suggested making life difficult for white employees until they resign. The decision comes after an urgent council meeting today, where the DA’s amended motion for a suspension pending an independent investigation was approved by 27 councillors. According […]
# Cricket: Cabinet has welcomed the International Cricket Council’s decision to grant South Africa the rights to host the 2027 Cricket World Cup. This marks another milestone in the country’s reputation as a premier host of major sporting events. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni says preparations for the 2027 tournament are expected to drive […]
# Cabinet has reviewed progress on phase two of the Lesotho Highlands water project, aimed at securing Gauteng’s water supply. Construction of the Polihali Dam and transfer tunnel is underway, with water expected to start flowing by 2028. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni told the media the project is set for completion by 2029 […]
# Cabinet has welcomed new train operators on Transnet’s rail network to improve freight efficiency and support economic growth. The new operators will run 41 routes across six corridors, carrying coal, chrome, iron ore, manganese, containers, fuel, and sugar. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni told the media the operators are expected to move an […]
