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How the ABT housing programme is transforming South Africa's housing landscape
The Alternative Building Technology (ABT) housing programme aims to accelerate the construction of affordable, weather-resistant homes in South Africa, addressing the housing backlog and providing quick shelter solutions during disasters.
‘Joburg is not a failed city’ | Mayor Dada Morero defends city amid ongoing challenges
Joburg Mayor Dada Morero is pushing back at claims that the city is failing, despite ongoing issues with power outages, water shortages, potholes and service delivery, stressing the need for time and dedicated teams to address the challenges.
Budget Crisis | ANC chooses VAT increase over cutting cabinet perks
The ANC has defended its stance on maintaining ministerial perks while supporting a VAT increase, arguing that cutting cabinet benefits would not address South Africa's R2. 7 trillion budget shortfall.
Student Survival 2025 | Navigating University Life and Essential Tips for First-Year Students
We know entering a new phase in life is scary. Here is what you need to know about university challenges and how to deal with them.
University students faces financial exclusion as 2025 academic year approaches | Student Survival 2025
As the 2025 academic year is about to begin, Wits University students, many from financially struggling households, are calling on the government to address the rising issue of financial exclusion as many students are stranded and unable to register due to outstanding debts.
Wits University SRC launches Kobo Ya Thuto to tackle student financial exclusion
In a move to tackle ongoing financial hardships endured by students, Wits University SRC had launched the Kobo Ya Thuto Fund, aiming to raise R30 million to assist students struggling with tuition and registration fees.
Limpopo faces deadly flooding and drowning incidents amid heavy rains
Torrential rains in Limpopo have caused severe flooding, leading to the collapse of low-level bridges and a rise in drowning incidents, leaving residents stranded and services disrupted.
Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie slams celebrities for 'bullying' government over financial woes of actors
Sports, Arts and Culture minister Gayton McKenzie has fired back at accusations about government inaction after actor Jack Devnarain slammed the department for its silence on the financial struggles in the country’s actors and performers.
ANCWL slams Eskom’s R12,000 meter replacement fee and demand deadline extension
While many have since called for Eskom to extend the deadline, Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said that an extension would not be possible due to technical reasons.
John Steenhuisen under fire for spaza shop ‘photo opportunity’ amid food poisoning crisis
Netizens flocked to the comment section on his X (Twitter) account, accusing him of a publicity stunt, rather than addressing the rise of food poisoning incidents.
Electricity Minister Ramokgopa promises more staff in Soweto after man dies in queue in prepaid meters saga
Joburg City Power has also extended working hours to 7pm, vowing evening staff would also work to assist people over the weekend.
‘Rats as big as cats’: City of Joburg’s Pikitup unveils plans to tackle poor waste management amid food poisoning deaths
Soweto and Alexandra, where a young girl, aged 11-years-old, died after eating contaminated snacks, are among the areas under the City of Johannesburg metropolitan municipality (CoJ), battling with ongoing waste management problems.
Gauteng health addresses Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital linen shortage
Gauteng department of health spokesperson Motaletale Modiba confirmed the linen shortage and said the department has taken the steps to address the problem.
‘Where’s the money from?’: Bosa demand answers on R500 million fund aimed at township spazas
Build One South Africa (Bosa) said it welcomed the R500 million initiative aimed at empowering township economies, but raised questions about accountability, transparency, and the risk of mismanagement and the money disappearing.
‘We need four months,’ say Soweto spaza shop owners to Ramaphosa on 21-day registration deadline
Fuming spaza shop owners in Naledi, Soweto blasted the 21-day registration deadline, saying that it is insufficient, arguing they don’t have money for transport to visit the municipal offices.
Bosa slams indefinite water cuts in Johannesburg as ‘Water-Shedding gift from GNU’
‘If load shedding was the gift from the previous administration, water shedding is the gift from this administration,’ said Bosa deputy president Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster.
Deputy Minister Tandi Mahambehlala’s Philippi Outreach Program speech
Deputy Minister of Human Settlements Tandi Mahambehlala delivered a speech at the Philippi Outreach Program where social relief was handed over to 500 beneficiaries across Cape Town’s communities.
ANCYL Demands Action: Fund spaza shops for jobless youth, shut down illegal foreign-owned tuck shops
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) president Collen Malatji, is calling on the government to provide funding for spaza shops to allow unemployed youth to run their businesses, following the scourge of food poisoning incidents that have claimed lives of school learners.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi introduces new AI-powered tool to tackle illegal land invasions
Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) driven tool called Land Invasion Monitoring and Inspection Tool (LIMIT), to combat illegal land invasion occupations amid increasing rates of illegal land invasion.
ActionSA MP exposes conditions at KwaThema police stations, POPCRU calls for urgent action
Popcru is calling for swift action on conditions at the KwaThema police station, in Ekurhuleni, where conditions are said to be a dilapidated state, with shortage of police, lack of office spaces for detectives, and operating only with one vehicle.
Nelson Mandela Bay’s tourism industry at risk amid crime surge, says DA
Minister of Agriculture and Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen warns the escalating crime in the Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape, threatens the safety of tourists and hinders economic growth.
South Africa should strengthen its BRICS alignment
By strengthening its BRICS alignment, South Africa can promote its own national interests, while also contributing to a more equitable and just global economic order.
More for grants, 10,000 new cops and money for IEC. This is what your tax is being spent on for Budget 2024
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has allocated billions to stave off rising debt-service costs, increased social grants and provided more money for the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) to conduct the elections.
US congressmen propose Bill to review relations with South Africa in wake of ICJ case
A bill proposing a full review of relations between Washington and Pretoria has been tabled at the US House of Representatives.
Public Service and Commercial Union: Government sabotaging job creation?
Sagarmatha, a Sekunjalo Group company had secured a $400 million investment to create about 5,000 jobs in technology for South African youth.