City of Joburg Reaches Agreement to Pay Eskom R1.4 Billion, Averting Power Cutoff Threat
The City of Joburg has agreed to pay Eskom R1.4 billion to avoid power cuts, with the total outstanding balance reaching R6.3 billion.
President Ramaphosa Urges Government to Settle SABC TV Licence Debt Amid Financial Woes
President Ramaphosa calls on government departments to pay outstanding TV licence fees owed to SABC as broadcaster grapples with rising evasion and financial strain.
SABC Secures Broadcast Rights for Proteas Men’s and Women’s Cricket Tours
SABC to broadcast live Proteas Men’s and Women’s inbound tours on SABC 3 and digital platforms, ensuring wide access to South Africa's top cricket action.
Mitchell’s Plain Powerlifter Haroun Pietersen Named African Powerlifting Champion
Haroun Pietersen from Mitchell’s Plain clinches the Africa Powerlifting title, adding to a year of record-breaking achievements. His journey inspires South Africans as he heads for the World Games.
South Africa’s Home Affairs Prepares Crackdown on Illegal Delivery Workers
South Africa’s Home Affairs plans inspections in the delivery industry to address illegal employment, with significant implications for companies like Uber Eats and Bolt.
400 Sex Tapes Scandal: Equatorial Guinea’s Anti-Graft Chief Baltasar Engonga Imprisoned
Former Equatorial Guinea anti-graft chief Baltasar Engonga faces corruption charges and is entangled in a scandal involving over 400 alleged sex tapes, sparking a public outcry.
Public Protector Declines Probe of President Cyril Ramaphosa in Simelane Loan Scandal Amid Limited Evidence
Public Protector South Africa declined an investigation into President Ramaphosa’s alleged involvement in the Thembi Simelane loan scandal, citing insufficient evidence.
ANC Urges Government to Close Spaza Shops Amidst Rising Foodborne Illnesses
The ANC has directed government deployees to shut down all spaza shops due to escalating foodborne illness incidents, aiming to enforce strict safety standards across the sector.
Justice Minister Calls for Swift Reforms to Modernise South Africa’s Criminal Justice Laws
Justice Minister Thembi Simelane calls for swift updates to South Africa's criminal justice laws, emphasising police protection and addressing outdated legal frameworks in combating crime.
Cristel Nchama Accuses Baltasar Engonga of Betrayal After Explicit Videos Go Public
Cristel Nchama, ex-girlfriend of Baltasar Engonga, has filed a legal complaint following the release of explicit videos implicating the former Equatorial Guinean official, alleging betrayal and seeking reparations.
