Cape Town homeowners rage over rising rates

Cape Town homeowners are fuming over the City's proposed tariff hikes set to kick in July. An explosive public meeting this week saw residents slam the fixed charges tied to rising property values, warning of 20 to 40% bill increases. Many, especially retirees and middle-income earners, say the hik…

Search for Deputy Chief Justice reaches climax

President Cyril Ramaphosa has shortlisted four judges for the vacant Deputy Chief Justice role Dunstan Mlambo, Mahube Molemela, Cagney Musi, and Pule Tlaletsi. He's begun formal consultations with the Judicial Service Commission and political party leaders, as required by the Constitution. The post…

Is South Africa's freedom shaping a shared future for all it's citizens?

TODAY South Africa commemorates Freedom Day, under the theme, "United in Resilience for The Defence of Our Freedom and Democracy." President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the main celebration at the AJ Swanepoel Stadium in Ermelo, Mpumalanga. This year's celebration coincides with the 70th…

Concerns over choice between VAT and further social cuts

While the Budget Justice Coalition has welcomed Treasury's reversal of the VAT hike it has slammed what it calls 'the false choice between raising taxes or slashing vital services'. The organization insists South Africa can build a fair, inclusive budget without deepening poverty. They propose cred…

Car insurance: All you need to know

With less than 35% of South African motorists insured, understanding the right car insurance coverage is more crucial than ever. Many drivers are unaware of the different values at which they can insure their vehicles, leaving them vulnerable to unexpected costs in the event of an accident, theft, …

South Africa joins the world in Pope's final farewell

Meanwhile Africans are hoping one of their own could become the first Black pope in modern history and build on Francis's legacy of championing the developing world, though some say the chances of that happening appear slim. A continent where religion permeates most aspects of private and public li…

The Vatican gears up for Pope funeral

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend Pope Francis's funeral in the Vatican's St Peter's Square THIS MORNING.  Among them will be world leaders, Catholic officials and mourners from around the globe. The funeral mass is expected to begin at 10am.  After the mass his simple wooden c…

Eyebrows raised as DRC and Rwanda sign peace and economic development accord in Washington

The DRC and Rwanda YESTERDAY signed an agreement in Washington to promote peace and economic development. The accord, signed at a ceremony with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is seen as part of a diplomatic push to end violence after an advance by Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo. T…

Sundowns and Pirates live to fight another day as Stellenbosch FC make their debut in continental club competitions

Both Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando pirates drew nil all in their CAF Champions League semi-final matches played against Egyptian sides, Al Ahly and Pyramids respectively. The Pretoria giants failed to take home advantage in Loftus Versfeld Stadium while the Buccaneers were rescued by the Video Assi…

South Africa's ultimate Easter holiday feast

As Christians worldwide mark Easter, honoring the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, tradition takes center stage at family tables. Pickled fish and hot cross buns remain firm favorites for some, especially on Good Friday, when many abstain from meat and opt for fish instead. For those observi…