# The Madlanga Commission will resume its public hearings today following a short recess. The commission will shift its focus to the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department, one of the law enforcement agencies listed in its terms of reference. Commission spokesperson Jeremy Michaels says they will hear testimony regarding the infiltration of the JMPD by criminal networks […]
# Union federation COSATU’s national elective congress descended into chaos in Midrand, Gauteng yesterday over disputed credentials and the position of the federation’s deputy president Mike Shingange. Some affiliated unions, including the National Union of Mineworkers, refused to hand over their lists of delegates attending the conference, demanding the congress first clarify Shingange’s status as […]
# National Director of Public Prosecutions advocate Andy Mothibi says corruption is not only a criminal offence, but it also diverts public resources, weakens institutions and service delivery, deepens inequality, and erodes trust in democracy. He addressed the 19th Annual Africa Conference and Exhibition on Monday, where he stressed that the responsibility for fighting corruption […]
# New York is leading a coalition of 21 other states and the District of Columbia in suing president Donald Trump’s administration over a new policy that would allow immigration officials to punish immigrants for lawful use of public benefits. The rule change will likely make it tougher for many immigrants to obtain green cards […]
# The Electoral Court is expected today to hear the ANC’s application, challenging the Electoral Commission over the submission of candidate lists ahead of the November local government elections. The party claims technical difficulties with the IEC’s system resulted in the details of 181 candidates in six councils not being captured before the 28 August […]
# Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube has defended her decision to suspend the new Foundation Phase National Catalogue for Grades 1-3, saying public resources must be handled responsibly. The minister suspended the catalogue due to governance and financial risks found following an independent investigation. Addressing the Cape Town Press Club yesterday, Gwarube said she […]
# The Public Servants Association has welcomed the dismissal of Government Pensions Administration Agency CEO Kedibone Madiehe following a disciplinary process. The process followed a forensic investigation into alleged procurement irregularities involving office accommodation, a security services contract and corporate uniforms for employees. The PSA’s Claude Naiker says the dismissal is an important step towards […]
# Rugby: Wallabies’ coach Les Kiss knows his charges will have to take a big step up when facing the Springboks in Perth next weekend. South Africa is brimming with confidence after beating old foe New Zealand 3-1 in the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series following a comprehensive victory in the final Test in Baltimore. Kiss […]
# The Public Servants Association has raised concerns about expired masks reportedly being issued to staff at Bongani TB Hospital in Mpumalanga. The union argues this is a serious health and safety concern because staff at the hospital may be exposed to airborne tuberculosis and other respiratory hazards. PSA’s Phumzile Zulu has urged the provincial […]
