Mister Sweet strike ends: workers to return to work next week
Workers agree to Premier’s initial offer of a 7% increase.
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Mamelodi residents struggle to claim UIF as labour office closed
The department says it shut the offices out of safety concerns in August after sporadic service delivery protests.
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Patients cross river and bush to get to nearest clinic
Eastern Cape Department of Health says there’s no budget to build a clinic for residents of Sicweza village just outside Flagstaff.
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How the Legal Resources Centre has fought for human rights
Speech by Geoff Budlender on accepting the fourth George Bizos Human Rights Award.
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Blooming good: How a desert garden is saving endangered plants
The Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden is a lifeline for plants species endemic to the region.
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Committee welcomes prevention of R3.47 billion in financial losses
This resulted in 500 MIs on material financial loss, 51 MIs on substantial harm to the general public, 66 MIs on substantial harm to public sector institutions and 9 MIs on misuse on material public resource.
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Eskom saves R13.7 billion on diesel
While loadshedding remains suspended, Eskom continues to face network overloading issues in certain local areas due to illegal connections, vandalism, meter tampering, unauthorised network operations, theft of network equipment, and purchasing electricity from unlicensed vendors.
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Durban weather: Cato Ridge taxi collision kills one, several injured
Heavy rainfall in Durban caused multiple accidents on Monday, including a fatal taxi crash in Cato Ridge. Here’s what to expect for Tuesday’s weather.
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US elections 2024: Five important dates you must know about
The 2024 US elections are nearing as candidates race to sway voters. Here’s a look at top stories and five key dates to know in this election season.
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South Africa weather forecast for Tuesday, 5 November 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Tuesday, 5 November 2024:
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Specialised committee begins probe into racism in Hartbeespoort
A steering committee has begun its investigation into racism in Hartbeespoort, focusing on escalating racial tensions and disputes over land access near Hartbeespoort Dam.
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South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 4 November 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Monday, 4 November 2024.
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Soweto Marathon 2024: Road closures to take note of on Sunday, 3 November 2024
Motorists should anticipate road closures across Soweto for the Soweto Marathon on Sunday, 3 November 2024, with major routes impacted.
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South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 3 November 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for Sunday, 3 November 2024:
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Gauteng Health MEC laments poor Ekurhuleni spaza food safety standards
Some of the things confiscated at one of the shops illegally occupying municipal land in Alra Park include spices and snacks and expired sour milk and meat.
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President calls for enhanced collaboration between national and provincial governments
The President was addressing a meeting between the National Executive and the Limpopo Executive Council, led by Premier Phophi Ramathuba, at the Polokwane Municipality Council Chamber in Limpopo on Friday.
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Broken promises and neglect: the struggle for clean tap water in rural KZN
“Sometimes we fight over water”.
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Construction mafia accused of delaying building of Joburg school
Parents want the reconstruction of Nancefield Primary School investigated.
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COP16: Will humanity live in harmony with nature? The stakes have never been higher
The 16th Conference of Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity was held in South America this past fortnight.
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KZN magistrate becomes witness in his own matter
Interpol insisting on an interview forces magistrate to recuse himself from an extradition case
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President finally appoints judges to “collapsed” Special Tribunal
Retired Judge Margaret Victor has been appointed president of the Tribunal
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South Africa weather forecast for Saturday, 2 November 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Saturday, 2 November 2024.
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Zizi Kodwa corruption case dropped: Here’s what the NPA said
The NPA has dropped corruption charges against former Sports Minister Zizi Kodwa, citing insufficient evidence for a successful prosecution.
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Who is Duma Boko? – What you must know about Botswana’s new president
Botswana’s election results mark a historic shift as Duma Boko, leader of the UDC, is set to become the new president after the BDP lost power for the first time in 58 years.
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South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 1 November 2024
The SA Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Friday, 25 October 2024.
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Bushbuckridge toddler death linked to alleged food poisoning
A two-year-old boy in Bushbuckridge has died from suspected food poisoning, while authorities investigate the cause amid growing concerns over similar incidents in South Africa.
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South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 31 October 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Thursday, 31 October 2024.
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KZN Transport issues update on Durban taxi strike
KZN Transport issued an update on the Durban taxi strike causing major CBD disruptions, with ongoing road closures on Wednesday.
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Calvin Cloete: Self-confessed 27s thug sentenced to life for horror murder
Calvin Cloete, who has an extensive criminal record including multiple counts of assault, pleaded guilty to charges of murder, rape, kidnapping, and attempted murder.
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Durban taxi protests: Roads to avoid on Wednesday, 30 October 2024
Durban taxi protests continue to disrupt key routes on Wednesday, 30 October 2024, with major road closures in place across the city.