AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: Is South Africa a Safe Haven for Transnational Organised Crime?

Since the publication of the first Organized Crime Index in 2019, South Africa has consistently been ranked among the top 10 most criminal countries. High criminality, weakened law enforcement, and transnational connections are some of the factors making the country attractive for fugitives and int…

LEIGH MATHYS - MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT & EFF DEPUTY SECRETARY-GENERAL

The Ad Hoc Committee established to investigate allegations made by the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, has expressed concern over speak of parliament - Thoko Didiza’s - decision not to grant the committee subpoenas…

SA Prisons are at 150% full! ( LINDIWE NTSHALITSHALI - DEPUTY MINISTER OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES )

South Africa’s (SA) inmate population has surged to more than 170 000, far exceeding the Department of Correctional Services’ approved bed capacity of just over 100 000 - National Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale has revealed. Speaking at a media briefing in Pretoria on the outcomes of the Departme…

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8: BEYOND DIETS & EXERCISE

The genetic, hormonal, metabolic & mental reasons you struggle to manage your weight. You’ve tried to lose or gain weight via multiple routes over the years and despite following the plans, you never really see the results or the successes are short lived? Well more and more experts are highlightin…

IRREGULAR NSFAS FUNDS RECOVERED ( ISHMAEL MNISI - NSFAS SPOKESPERSON )

Thousands of students remain under investigation after incorrectly receiving funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme - NSFAS. The Special Investigating Unit has so far recovered around 1.7 billion-Rand, which also includes funds that were held for more than a year by institutions of …

CAPE TOWN TO BUILD A WALL ALONG THE N2 HIGHWAY

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis announced last week that the City has allocated R114m in its adjustment budget for, among other things, the building of a security barrier wall along the N2 highway. Dubbed the N2 Edge safety project, the mayor says this is to improve safety for commuters, pedestr…

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8 - CAREER SETTLING

They say do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life, but what about those who’ve settled for the career they are in? Career settling refers to the common, often fear-driven, tendency to remain in a comfortable, yet unfulfilling, job rather than pursuing a more satisfying path. While …

SIBAHLE MOTHA - POLITICS JOURNALIST AT SABC NEWS

President Cyril Ramaphosa says he expects all law enforcement agencies to implement the Madlanga Commission interim report which was submitted to him in December. Ramaphosa says he accepts the commission’s recommendations, including referrals for urgent criminal investigations, prosecutions and dis…

KZN Education MEC says a South Beach School is not prioritising foreign learners ( ZWAKELE MNCWANGO - ACTIONSA KZN PROVINCIAL CHAIRPERSON AND COUNCILLOR )

Activists continue to cry foul about a school in KZN which they allege is prioritising foreign learners over South African citizens. Protests formed at the school have led to the arrest of March and March Movement Leader - Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, who’s being charged with incitement to violence. KZN E…

AFTER 8 IS AFTER 8 - HEARTBREAK TOOK ME TO THE PSYCHIATRIC WARD

Heartbreak and break-ups can leave one with mental health issues that could take months, if not years to recover from. In some cases, one finds themselves in a mental health institution in order to heal their broken heart and mindset. This evening we’re looking at those relationship break-ups and h…