South Africa’s Wildfire Crisis: A Growing Climate Emergency
As global attention remains fixated on the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, South Africa is grappling with its own escalating wildfire crisis. December 2024 marked a critical point, with a…
Stilfontein Saga: Deputy Police Minister Criticizes Sentences for Illegal Miners
Deputy Minister of Police, Polly Boshielo, has expressed disappointment over the suspended sentences handed to illegal miners in Stilfontein, North West, warning that the leniency sets a dangerous precedent in…
Percy Tau Joins New Club
Percy Tau, the South African football sensation known for his speed, agility, and remarkable technique on the field, has made headlines with his latest career move.
Orange and Vodacom Unite to Expand Solar-Powered Mobile Coverage in the DRC
In a groundbreaking partnership, France’s Orange Telecom and South Africa’s Vodacom Group have announced a joint initiative to expand mobile coverage in underserved regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo…
Elon Musk: A Possible Buyer for TikTok US Amid Growing Tensions
Chinese officials are reportedly considering a contingency plan that involves Elon Musk acquiring TikTok US operations if the social media app is banned in the United States.
SZA Hints at Collaborative Album with Kendrick Lamar: “I Would Love That”
Grammy-winning artists SZA and Kendrick Lamar, known for their electrifying collaborations, may have a full-length album in their future.
Asake Reflects on Grammy Nomination and the Journey Behind His Hit “MMS”
Nigerian music sensation Asake has captured global attention with his 2025 Grammy nomination for Best African Performance with the chart-topping hit “MMS.” Renowned for his seamless blend of Afrobeat, Fuji,…
Professor Lethiwe Nzama-Sithole Nominated for Prestigious Woman of Stature Award in Education
University of Johannesburg’s Professor Lethiwe Nzama-Sithole has been nominated for the esteemed Woman of Stature Award in the Women in Education category, recognising her exemplary contributions to academia and community…
Nine-Hour Power Outage Planned for Soweto Due to Eskom Maintenance
Eskom has announced a planned nine-hour power outage for parts of Soweto, Gauteng, on Tuesday, 21 January. The disruption is necessary to carry out essential maintenance on the distribution network.
Gauteng Government Issues Stern Warning to Scholar Transport Operators Ahead of 2025 School Year
With the 2025 school year approaching, the Gauteng government is making it clear that scholar transport operators must comply with operating licensing regulations or face severe legal consequences.
