# Johannesburg Water has partnered with Wits Enterprise to launch a pilot project aimed at improving access to a reliable water supply in informal settlements, through the use of underground water sources. The pilot phase, targeted at nine informal settlements across the deep south of the metro, involves the drilling of boreholes and the creation […]
# The South African National Christian Forum wants the Constitutional Court to declare unlawful the reappointment of the Commission for the Promotion of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities chairperson, Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva. The forum president, Marothi Mashashane, says Mkhwanazi-Xaluva has served a full five-year term. He says it is unacceptable that president Cyril […]
# The GOOD Party says if South Africa is to remain a constitutional democracy governed by the rule of law, then those implicated in the erosion of state institutions must face the full consequences of their actions. The Madlanga Commission has issued a Rule 3 notice, formally notifying controversial North West businessman, Brown Mogotsi, of […]
# The Freedom Front Plus says it is concerned about the ongoing power outages affecting large parts of Boksburg, including Jet Park, Witfield, Comet, Boksburg North and surrounds, since the weekend. The outages are reportedly caused by attempted cable theft on one of Ekurhuleni Municipality’s main lines near the N12, which severely damaged infrastructure. The FF […]
# Government has condemned any form of physical or verbal attack directed at police officers or any law enforcement officers. This follows a viral video showing a female officer being assaulted in Kimberley, Northern Cape. Two people have since been arrested and face several charges, including assaulting a police official and resisting arrest. Government deputy spokesperson, […]
# International Relations and Cooperation minister Ronald Lamola has confirmed the safe arrival of the Global Sumud Flotilla activists in Jordan. He says South African ambassador Tselane Mokuena was present to receive the delegation on behalf of the country. Lamola reiterates government’s profound gratitude to all stakeholders who contributed to this successful outcome through their cooperation […]
# National police commissioner, Fannie Masemola is warning unruly community members, especially those who disregard the blue uniform, that the police will not tolerate attacks on its members. Police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe says this follows the video circulating on social media of a female police officer who was assaulted while performing her lawful duties in […]
# The ANC in Ekurhuleni has reaffirmed that unity of purpose and disciplined activism will be the cornerstone of its 2026 local government victory strategy. The ANC’s spokesperson, Andile Mngwevu says a comprehensive session is dedicated to 2026 Elections Strategy, focusing on consolidating electoral strength and reclaiming lost ground. He says the strategy is rooted in the […]
# The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa says plans to complete Eskom’s restructuring and introduce a competitive wholesale electricity market will entrench energy apartheid. The government sees the wholesale electricity market as a key evolutionary step in the development of a fully competitive electricity supply industry in the country. GIWUSA president, Mametlwe Sebei, says […]
