The National Joint Operational Structure meeting in Bapong near Brits to assess the extent of illegal mining activities in the area

The National Joint Operational Structure is meeting in Bapong in Brits in the North West today, to assess the extent of illegal mining activities in the area. Resident of the area have raised safety concerns due to the reported illegal mining activities. For more Sakina Kamwendo spoke to National J…

New NDPP Appointment Under Scrutiny

The appointment of the new National Director of Public Prosecutions, NDPP is under scrutiny, with calls for the process to remain apolitical. The current state of the NPA is a concern, with crucial cases being lost, including those related to corruption, rape, and state capture. Activists and the C…

The Year in Review: Key Political Moments That Defined South Africa in 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect on the key political events that defined South Africa. The Government of National Unity endured amid intense negotiations and disputes over budget and policy differences, following the ANC's historic loss of majority in 2024. President Cyril Ramaphosa hosted the…

No-Confidence Vote Looms for KZN Premier Thami Ntuli

KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli faces a critical test today as a motion of no confidence against him is put to a vote in the provincial legislature. The motion, brought by the MK Party, cites allegations of financial mismanagement and corruption. Ntuli, however remains unfazed, insisting his gove…

SALGA Urges Treasury to Release Funds Owed to 75 Municipalities

The South African Local Government Association, SALGA is urging the National Treasury to release funds owed to 75 municipalities. The National Treasury reportedly withheld the Local Government Equitable Share due to non-compliance with financial regulations. SALGA argues that the Treasury didn't fo…

Teddy Bear Clinic Urges Child Safety as School Holidays Begin

As the school holidays get underway, The Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children has called on parents and caregivers to prioritize child safety. Clinical Director Shaheda Omar says while the festive season is a time for celebration, it's also a period of increased risk for young people. With the fes…

Is this the end of the road for the Tripartite Alliance?

Until the South African Communist Party and African National Congress have reached an agreement on the Communist party's decision to contest the 2026 local government elections alone, SACP members must recuse themselves from ANC elections structures. This was just one of the resolutions of the ANC'…

A lifeline for victims of GBV this festive season

While the festive season is a time to reconnect and embrace the warmth of family, in South Africa the holiday season is unfortunately also a time associated with increased risk to women with a resultant increase in Gender Based Violence. It is against this backdrop that the National Shelter Movemen…

Recovery operation for fifth body trapped at Verulam temple collapse site resumes

Four bodies have been retrieved from the rubble of the collapsed temple building in Verulam, north of Durban. Search and rescue operations are expected to resume this hour as rescuers continue the search for the fifth body. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Senzelwe Mzila, spokesperson for the KZN Department …

Why is the Road Accident Fund susceptible to instability and malfeasance?

While much of the focus has been on the Madlanga Commission and the Ad-Hoc Committee, there is another inquiry that has heard jaw-dropping testimony in Parliament. The Standing Committee on Public Accounts probe has revealed shocking allegations of lengthy disciplinary processes and exorbitant amou…