Hawks conduct search and seizure operation at Pretoria High court
This matter was formally reported to the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) in March 2025
Crime
News
First shipment of South African avocados arrive in China
With the 2024 shipment, South Africa became the third African nation to enter the Chinese market, following Kenya and Tanzania.
News
Optimism remains for loadshedding-free winter
He explained that additional units have been synchronised to the grid since last winter, putting Eskom in a stronger position.
News
Court security to be strengthened following shooting incident
The latest incident occurred at the Melmoth Court in KwaZulu-Natal, resulting in the fatal shooting of an accused.
Crime
Confession of Usindiso building fire accused ‘admissable’, court declares
Mdlalose is facing 76 counts of murder, one count of arson and 12 counts of attempted murder in the case.
Crime
Media to record court proceedings in Ndlovu murder case
The order was granted by the KwaMhlanga Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
Crime
Police Ministry condemns rape of 18-year-old in KZN
Following his first appearance in the Hlanganani Magistrate’s Court last Friday, the suspect was remanded in custody until Monday, 12 May, when he was expected to make a formal bail application.
News
G20 conference champions financial inclusion and women’s economic empowerment
The event will bring together a dynamic mix of global thought leaders, including international policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and youth delegates.
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SA to participate in Copenhagen Climate Ministerial in Denmark
For South Africans, this Ministerial is about protecting livelihoods, strengthening resilience, and safeguarding the nation’s natural heritage.
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Minister to mark one-year anniversary of George building collapse
Last month an independent forensic investigation into the building collapse in the Western Cape revealed systemic failures at multiple levels.
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Minister notes legal action regarding Employment Equity Act
The Minister said that the DA’s attack on these regulations is based on the claim that the section 15A scheme is unconstitutional.
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Transformation Fund to drive inclusive economic growth
The Deputy President moved to recognise the involvement of the private sector in co-funding the initiative.
Crime
Hennops River officers funeral details confirmed
The official funerals will take place on separate dates between 8 and 10 May 2025.
News
SRD grant beneficiaries urged to verify identity to avoid delays
The main reason one would receive a “identity verification” status message is that the agency suspects fraudulent activity or contacts and banking details are incorrect.
News
SASSA Gold Cards to continue working beyond 31 May 2025
This means that the Gold Cards will continue to work as they do now, even after 31 May 2025.
News
Four additional sluice gates opened at Vaal Dam
In a statement, the department announced that an additional four sluice gates were opened gradually on Friday from 09:00 until 13:00.
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SARS ready to accommodate 0.5% VAT increase withdrawal
SARS indicated that the following measures would apply to VAT vendors from 1 May.
News
President Ramaphosa kicks off Gauteng oversight visit
The President was addressing the Gauteng Provincial Government and the National Executive during an oversight visit to the province, on Thursday.
News
South Africa’s GDP increased 0.6% in Quarter 4 of 2024
South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.6% in the fourth quarter of 2024, following a decrease of 0.1% in the third quarter of 2024. This is according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), which attributed the growth to, among others, an increase by 17.2% in the agriculture, forestry and fishing industry, which contributed 0.4 of a percentage point to the positive GDP growth. “This was primarily due to increased economic activities reported for field crops and animal products. The finance, real estate and business services industry increased by 1.1%, contributing 0.3 of a percentage point. Increased economic activities were reported for financial intermediation, real estate activities and other business services,” Stats SA
News
R70m student debt relief for Eastern Cape youth
The groundbreaking initiative, launched this week by the provincial government in collaboration with the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (MerSETA), aims to clear historical student debt.
News
SA expresses concern over conflict situations
Lamola addressed the attendees at the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Nasrec, Johannesburg, while President Cyril Ramaphosa officially opened the gathering.
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Grant beneficiaries urged to replace expiring SASSA Gold Cards
In a statement on Friday, Cabinet said this is to ensure that beneficiaries continue to access their SASSA grant payments without disruption.
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Cabinet briefed on implications of aid funding withdrawal
The statement was issued following a Cabinet Meeting on 12 February 2025 and a special Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 29 January 2025.
News
Discussion papers on review of Criminal Procedure Act open
On Thursday, the South African Law Reform Commission, released at least four discussion papers covering the pre-trial stage.
News
ConCourt blocks Mphaphuli Consulting’s application in R76 million case
The electrification project, dubbed Operation Mabone, was investigated by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU).
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Accommodation providers urged to stop demanding deposit from NSFAS funded students
NSFAS explained that where the NSFAS-funded student chooses to continue occupying the leased premises, notwithstanding being defunded by NSFAS, the student will be liable for payment of rent to the lessor from the date of being defunded.
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Government working with UN to bring back 14 fallen soldiers
The Heads of State and Government of SADC and the EAC agreed to meet urgently following their respective extraordinary summits held last month to deliberate on the way forward regarding the security situation in the DRC.
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Anant Singh appointed to WEF Global Arts and Culture Council
Singh is known for using the medium of film to speak out against the injustices of apartheid as well as significant social issues like HIV/AIDS and gender-based violence.
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South Africa outlines G20 Presidency plans at WEF
President Ramaphosa revealed that South Africa’s message at WEF “resonated with the participants in Davos”.
Movies
‘The Last Ranger’: SA film earns Oscar nomination
Directed by Cindy Lee, the film has been nominated in the category of Best Live Action Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards, to be held in March 2025.