# The South African Federation of Trade Unions says it condemns the opportunistic scapegoating of migrants for the country’s economic crisis, poor service delivery, high unemployment rate, and the collapsing health care system. Finance minister Enoch Godongwana recently questioned the affordability of metros continuing to provide free services to undocumented foreign nationals. Saftu’s Asive Dyani […]
# The African Transformation Movement says the Tembisa Hospital scandal illustrates the dire consequences of mismanagement and greed that directly affect the most vulnerable. A Special Investigating Unit probe into corruption at the hospital has uncovered three coordinated syndicates, responsible for the looting of over two-billion meant for healthcare. ATM’s spokesperson, Zama Tshona, says the […]
# The Freedom Front Plus says EFF leader Julius Malema’s conviction is welcomed, but the delay in sentencing, until 23 January 2026, is disappointing, as justice should be served swiftly. The East London Magistrate’s Court found Malema guilty on all five counts in his firearm trial, while his co-accused, former bodyguard Adriaan Snyman, was acquitted. […]
# Brunel Laboratoria pharmacist, Suzelle Myburgh-Niemand calls for the medicines act to be revised to empower law enforcement agencies against substandard and falsified medical products. She says for prevention aspects, South Africa must improve good governance and then also speak to the wholesalers and the distributors about combatting illegal medicines trade. Myburgh-Niemand says the National […]
# The ANC Youth League says the late South African Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, dedicated his youth and energy to the liberation struggle and the empowerment of young people within the movement. The league’s spokesperson, Zama Khanyase, says as national executive member of the ANCYL in the 90s, Mthethwa played a pivotal role in mobilising the […]
# More than 200 people participated in the South African National Parks’ annual Cancer Awareness Walk in the Wilderness Section of the Garden Route National Park on Tuesday. The walk honoured survivors, supported those currently affected by cancer, and raised awareness about the importance of prevention, early detection, and treatment. SANParks’ spokesperson, JP Louw, says the […]
# The City of Cape Town says aviation is a cornerstone of the metro’s economic growth mission. In 2024, Cape Town International Airport welcomed over ten million passengers and moved 75-thousand tonnes of cargo. Already this year, it is tracking an eight-percent increase in domestic travel, and a five-percent rise in international arrivals. Mayoral committee […]
# The Freedom Front Plus says it notes Ekurhuleni Municipality’s latest action plan to address the severe water shortages in Bedfordview. Residents have endured water outages, disrupting their daily lives, for months. The FF Plus’ Jennifer Glover says words alone are not enough, as the community deserves tangible results and a sustainable, reliable water supply:
# The City of Tshwane, in collaboration with ICLEI Africa – Local Governments for Sustainability and the South African Local Government Association, will host the first-ever Tshwane Town Hall Conference of the Parties today. With the theme being, Local Action, Global Impact, the gathering will provide an opportunity to deepen understanding of South Africa’s climate commitments. Mayor […]
