Police Minister, Deputy Minister convene meeting with mine rescue experts on way forward in ongoing stand-off with illegal miners underground a North West province mine

Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu and deputy minister of police Polly Boshielo will get an updated progress report on measures taken that will lead to the resurfacing of illegal miners still underground in Stilfontein in the North West. Jon Gericke spoke to national police spokesperson, Brigadier At…

Electoral Commission of Namibia extends voting in areas where challenges persisted on election day

The electoral commission of Namibia has extended voting in areas where challenges persisted on election day. The announcement follows concerns raised by political parties, that party agents may continue to experience logistical challenges. In response to the announcement, the National General Secre…

Extension granted for further investigations into identity fraud allegations levelled against SASSA R350 grant

The Minister of Social Development, Nokuzola Tolashe, has committed to a thorough review of its entire grant infrastructure, focusing on identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities, ensuring the security of beneficiary data and safeguarding public resources. The review follows a recent inv…

National Consumer Commission warns consumers to exercise caution when interacting with online links to alleged Black Friday specials

The festive season is upon us, and that means that all kinds of "special deals" are available at various stores and online shops. However, The National Consumer Commission (NCC) is warning consumers to exercise caution when interacting with certain online suppliers during this Black Friday, the fes…

Today is D-day for ZEP holders to apply for exemption permit

Today marks the final deadline for Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders to apply for a waiver or transition to a General Work visa, valid until November 2025. Those who fail to secure a one-year exemption permit by the end of the day are at a risk of deportation. However, asylum seeker, refuge…

Shoppers brace for Black Friday excitement

South African shoppers are bracing for the excitement of Black Friday today, though many stores have already been offering deals in the lead-up to this highly anticipated event. According to fintech company Capital Connect, drawing on insights from the Bureau of Market Research, the Black Friday sa…

Voting extended in Namibia

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has sent a recommendation to the president to allow voting at specific polling stations today and tomorrow from 7 am to 9 pm. The commission says this will allow registered voters the chance to vote. Opposition political representatives have criticized the commis…

DA submits PAIA application for Justice minister's VBS loan report

The Democratic Alliance says it has submitted a Promotion of Access to Information Act application for Minister of Justice Thembi Simelane's VBS loan report to President Ramaphosa. The DA says It cannot be that a Minister of Justice, accused of corruption, can continue to oversee the Justice system…

Solidarity movement reaches agreement on BELA Act

The Solidarity Movement which includes Solidarity and AfriForum among its members says it has reached an agreement with the government around the Basic Education Laws Amendment Act dispute. According to the Solidarity Movement's statement, the contested sectors of the BELA Act will no longer be imp…

AFRICA BRIEF with Victor Kgomoeswana

Elvis Presslin takes a look at the current top African economic stories with Victor Kgomoeswana, author of "Africa Is Open For Business" and "Africa Bounces Back". Victor is also the Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo