The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has embarked on a strike at ArcelorMittal South Africa in response to the company's decision to retrench 107 workers just before Christmas. NUMSA National Spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, spoke to Elvis Presslin to discuss the strike and the union's demands...

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has embarked on a strike at ArcelorMittal South Africa in response to the company's decision to retrench 107 workers just before Christmas. NUMSA National Spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, spoke to Elvis Presslin to discuss the strike and the union's demands...

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NUMSA embarks on strike action at ArcelorMittal SA

The South African National Parks says it is deploying additional rangers and will also enhance technology systems to improve surveillance and early warning capabilities at the Kruger National Park. This after an elderly tourist couple was found murdered in the northern remote section of the park on Friday.  Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SANPARKS Spokesperson, JP Louw..

The South African National Parks says it is deploying additional rangers and will also enhance technology systems to improve surveillance and early warning capabilities at the Kruger National Park. This after an elderly tourist couple was found murdered in the northern remote section of the park on Friday.&nbsp; Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SANPARKS Spokesperson, JP Louw..

Kruger National Park Safe Amid Ongoing Murder Investigation - SANPARKS Spokesperson, JP Louw

The Mahwelereng magistrate's court has postponed the bail application of the paternal grandparents of two- year- old Omphile Sithole, who disappeared from Ga- Mabuela village outside Mokopane in Limpopo. This to allow the defense to verify a newly submitted address that the accused persons will reside at if granted bail. The grandparents, Vinolia Mabuela and Jacob Ledwaba, aged 52 and 55, are facing charges of child neglect under the Child Care Act. The toddler went missing on May 2, 2026, after her grandmother woke up and found the bedroom window open. The search for Omphile remains ongoing, with police appealing to the community for any information. Meanwhile, the presiding magistrate Maureen Ngobeni, postponed the matter to the 27th of May. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News reporter Katlego Nyoni 

The Mahwelereng magistrate's court has postponed the bail application of the paternal grandparents of two- year- old Omphile Sithole, who disappeared from Ga- Mabuela village outside Mokopane in Limpopo. This to allow the defense to verify a newly submitted address that the accused persons will reside at if granted bail. The grandparents, Vinolia Mabuela and Jacob Ledwaba, aged 52 and 55, are facing charges of child neglect under the Child Care Act. The toddler went missing on May 2, 2026, after her grandmother woke up and found the bedroom window open. The search for Omphile remains ongoing, with police appealing to the community for any information. Meanwhile, the presiding magistrate Maureen Ngobeni, postponed the matter to the 27th of May. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC News reporter Katlego Nyoni&nbsp;

Bail postponed for grandparents in Omphile Sithole case

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie addressing the Africa Day celebrations at Moruleng Stadium in the North West Province alongside Deputy Minister Peace Mabe. McKenzie said South Africa is facing general crime challenges and rejected claims of targeted violence against specific groups, McKenzie has urged government leaders to engage communities on immigration concerns and listen to their frustrations. Giving his address at the The 2026 Africa Day celebrations in North West Province Mckenzie had this to say. 

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie addressing the Africa Day celebrations at Moruleng Stadium in the North West Province alongside Deputy Minister Peace Mabe. McKenzie said South Africa is facing general crime challenges and rejected claims of targeted violence against specific groups, McKenzie has urged government leaders to engage communities on immigration concerns and listen to their frustrations. Giving his address at the The 2026 Africa Day celebrations in North West Province Mckenzie had this to say.&nbsp;

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