North West University confers its first PhD in Setswana
The University of North West has conferred its first-ever Doctor of Philosophy in Languages, Literature in Setswana to Eileen Elizabeth Pooe.
Mmusi Maimane to Herman Mashaba: You are a hero to me
Democratic Alliance leader Mmusi Maimane thanked outgoing Johannesburg mayor Herman Mashaba for the three years he served as mayor, calling him a hero.
Limpopo mom arrested for allegedly killing 11-year-old son
A 28-year-old mother has been arrested after she allegedly killed her son and buried him in her yard at Hlalanikahle village in Limpopo.
Cosatu to block border posts in support of eSwatini public servants' strike
Cosatu in Mpumalanga will on Wednesday protest and block Mahamba and Matsamo border posts in solidarity with striking eSwatini public servants.
Richard Mdluli says he is ready to appear before Zondo commission
Disgraced ex-crime intelligence boss Richard Mdluli said he did nothing wrong and has no qualms about appearing before the state capture commission of inquiry.
Top investigator says he was 'intimidated' to stop him from appearing before Zondo
Police official Kobus Roelofse told the Zondo commission that attempts were made by top officials in SAPS to stop him from giving testimony.
Chief Justice Mogoeng condemns 'derogatory' remarks against judges
Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng on Friday condemned offensive comments and attacks against South African judges, especially women.
Mogoeng challenges graft accusers to come forward with evidence
Mogoeng announced the judiciary had approached the police to find out who was behind defamatory allegations against judges that were widely circulated on social media platforms.
Chief Justice Mogoeng to tackle graft allegations against judges
Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng will on Friday tackle widespread allegations of corruption against the judiciary.
Maluti-a-Phofung has a new mayor, speaker and chief whip
The Maluti-a-Phofung municipality managed to elect a new mayor, speaker and chief whip following a by-election that saw the ANC lose 10 seats to independent candidates.
Newcastle speaker to probe deputy mayor crash into two houses
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cogta Sipho Hlomuka has directed the Newcastle Municipality to investigate its deputy mayor Reuben Molelekoa's car crash into two houses
PICS: Police nab two, seize counterfeit goods during Dragon City raid
Police have arrested two people during a raid at wholesale mall Dragon City in Fordsburg, Johannesburg and seized counterfeit goods.
'Motsoeneng never lectured here' - Wits Business School
Former SABC COO Hlaudi Motsoeneng was only invited as a guest speaker six years ago and was never part of any academic activities, the Wits Business School said.
Union says Prasa's 'war room' is ineffective
Prasa's state-of-the-art nerve centre known as a "war room" is ineffective and has had no impact on the train services, the United National Transport Union said.
Crowds walk out of speech as Buthelezi pleads for end to xenophobia
Hostel dwellers shunned IFP founder Mangosuthu Buthelezi's anti-violence address in Johannesburg, walking out to march in the street instead.
Uyinene's murder accused burnt her body after killing her - police minister
Police Minister Bheki Cele told mourners the murder accused went to drink alcohol after allegedly raping and killing Uyinene Mrwetyana at the post office.
SABC apologises to Ramaphosa for airing wrong speech
The SABC has issued an apology to President Cyril Ramaphosa and the nation for airing an unedited version of his speech condemning gender-based violence.
Julius Malema condemns attacks on foreigners as 'acts of crime'
EFF leader Julius Malema condemned attacks against foreign nationals, saying the incidents were crimes perpetrated by South Africans.
Julius Malema to 'answer in court' over alleged discharging of firearm
Julius Malema said he had been contacted by police who issued a warning statement to him over his alleged discharging of a firearm during his party's birthday celebrations.
SABC CEO confirms board members meddled in editorial and business deals
SABC CEO Madoda Mxakwe told the Zondo commission that there were certain board members who interfered in the editorial affairs and business dealings.
Zondo decries 'unacceptable' situation at SABC
Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo expressed concerns on the dire state of the SABC, asking why the SABC degeneration was allowed.
Over 45% of SABC expenditure goes to salaries, Zondo commission hears
SABC is unable to fully function without a government bailout and can only pay staff salaries, said board chairman Bongumusa Makhathini.
'He had a big heart': Family pays homage to Gavin Watson at memorial
The family of the late Bosasa boss Gavin Watson described him as a hard-working family man, a fitness fanatic and a man of God.
'One day I will tell my story and what Agrizzi has done' - Mokonyane
Nomvula Mokonyane on Friday blasted those in the governing party whom she said turned their backs on the late Bosasa boss Gavin Watson.
Inquiry hears how 'blesser' Magashule used public funds to pay associates
Former FS premier Ace Magashule committed fraud and money laundering by distributing kickbacks from the asbestos eradication project using a service provider.