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Controversy erupts over Joburg's senior appointments: Gauteng MEC addresses DA's claims
In response to the DA's claims, Gauteng MEC Jacob Mamabolo promises a thorough investigation into Joburg's controversial senior appointments.
Government takes action on Community Work Programme amid national minimum wage demands
The government is set to review the Community Work Programme in response to employees' demands for compliance with the national minimum wage, raising important questions about the future of public employment initiatives.
Chief Justice Mandisa Maya to lead panel for new IEC commissioners
Chief Justice Mandisa Maya will oversee the nomination process for three new members of the Electoral Commission of SA, as current commissioners' terms come to an end. This article explores the nomination criteria and the implications for the upcoming local government elections.
Bogus Gauteng 'doctor' loses VW Polo for fraudulent scheme
A Gauteng man, posing as a doctor, has been arrested for defrauding victims through a fake pharmacy scheme. His assets, including a VW Polo, are now subject to forfeiture as authorities pursue justice.
Safety concerns for Home Affairs staff amid security guard reductions
The Public Servants Association has raised alarm over the safety of Home Affairs officials following reports of violent incidents and a significant reduction in security personnel.
Road Accident Fund CEO denies wrongdoing in multi-million lease deal
Facing serious allegations, Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, asserts his innocence and commitment to transparency regarding a R79 million lease deal.
Collins Letsoalo defends RAF amid controversial lease claims
Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, addresses allegations of misconduct related to a R79 million lease deal, asserting transparency and cooperation with the Special Investigating Unit.
Thabo Mbeki: 'Our character is beyond price' in R167m TRC legal battle
Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are fighting to clear their names in a landmark R167 million lawsuit brought by apartheid victims. The pair, who claim the allegations of political interference in TRC prosecutions are 'highly defamatory', warn that false findings could expose them to personal liability and damage their constitutional rights.
Thabo Mbeki: 'Our character is beyond price' in R167m TRC legal battle
Former president Thabo Mbeki and ex-Justice Minister Brigitte Mabandla are fighting to clear their names in a landmark R167 million lawsuit brought by apartheid victims. The pair, who claim the allegations of political interference in TRC prosecutions are 'highly defamatory', warn that false findings could expose them to personal liability and damage their constitutional rights. The case centres on why hundreds of apartheid-era crimes were never prosecuted despite TRC referrals.
Electoral irregularities prompt parties to demand IEC reforms ahead of 2026 polls
Following the Patriotic Alliance's victory in Johannesburg's Ward 82 by-election, multiple parties filed formal complaints alleging serious electoral irregularities, including suspicious voter registrations with up to 70 voters registered at a single three-bedroom house.
Electoral irregularities prompt parties to demand IEC reforms ahead of 2026 polls
Following the Patriotic Alliance's victory in Johannesburg's Ward 82 by-election, multiple parties have filed formal complaints alleging serious electoral irregularities, including suspicious voter registrations with up to 70 voters registered at a single three-bedroom house. As the IEC acknowledges these objections, parties warn that system improvements are essential before the 2026 local government elections to ensure electoral integrity.
Public Protector finds ex-Free State premier misused state resources in ANC campaign
Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka has ruled that former Free State premier Sisi Ntombela improperly used state resources when she allocated an RDP house to the wrong beneficiary during an ANC Letsema campaign event.
Joburg residents to receive waste collection this weekend as Pikitup ends work stoppage
Johannesburg waste management will resume this weekend as Pikitup launches an urgent recovery plan after a two-day strike. Workers at all 12 depots had downed tools over transport service disputes with the taxi industry, causing widespread disruption across the city. Residents should check the revised collection schedule and place bins outside on designated days.
Public Protector finds ex-Free State premier misused state resources in ANC campaign
Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka has ruled that former Free State premier Sisi Ntombela improperly used state resources when she allocated an RDP house to the wrong beneficiary during an ANC Letsema campaign event. The investigation found a clear violation of the separation between state and party activities, with a R130 000 government-funded house being used to advance party interests. While President Ramaphosa was cleared of wrongdoing, officials have been given strict timelines to rectify the housing allocation and address constitutional violations.
Patriotic Alliance unseats DA in crucial Joburg ward by-election
PA leader Gayton McKenzie declared his party 'the fastest growing in South Africa' as they prepare to contest upcoming Northern Cape by-elections with new momentum.
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The truth of the matter is that white Americans, after having nearly wiped out all the Native Americans, never quite got over the outcome of the Civil War, which made it illegal for one person to own another.
48-hour rapid response: Government's new strategy against building hijackers
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is launching an unprecedented strategy to reclaim over 1,600 hijacked and abandoned government buildings across South Africa. The plan includes early detection systems, 48-hour eviction protocols, arrests of illegal occupants including undocumented foreign nationals, and inter-governmental coordination to address what officials describe as 'insufficient and ineffective' current measures.
Pretoria government buildings breach safety laws, putting thousands of workers at risk
Government departments in Tshwane are violating occupational health and safety regulations by forcing over 1 000 staff to work in hazardous conditions. Multiple buildings, including the Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building and the Government Printing Works, face serious structural issues, electrical hazards, flooding, and poor ventilation. Despite formal complaints and contravention notices issued by labour authorities, management has been slow to address these life-threatening conditions.
Pretoria government buildings breach safety laws, putting thousands of workers at risk
Government departments in Tshwane are violating occupational health and safety regulations by forcing over 1 000 staff to work in hazardous conditions. Multiple buildings, including the Department of Home Affairs' Hallmark Building and the Government Printing Works, face serious structural issues, electrical hazards, flooding, and poor ventilation. Despite formal complaints and contravention notices issued by labour authorities, management has been slow to address these life-threatening conditions.
Five Fort Hare students must face trial for brutal campus murder, rules Bhisho court
Five University of Fort Hare students accused of fatally assaulting a fellow student over alleged theft of sneakers and a laptop must stand trial for murder, the Bhisho High Court has ruled.
Patriotic Alliance unseats DA in crucial Joburg ward by-election
In a significant political shift, the Patriotic Alliance has unseated the DA in Johannesburg's Ward 82 with a commanding 41. 7% of votes, while the DA maintained Ward 99 with an overwhelming 98% majority. PA leader Gayton McKenzie celebrates this milestone, declaring his party 'the fastest growing in South Africa' as they prepare to contest upcoming Northern Cape by-elections with new momentum.
Five Fort Hare students must face trial for brutal campus murder, rules Bhisho court
Five University of Fort Hare students accused of fatally assaulting a fellow student over alleged theft of sneakers and a laptop must stand trial for murder, the Bhisho High Court has ruled. Acting Judge Aaron Zono found sufficient evidence against the accused for a prima facie case of kidnapping, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm, and murder in the October 2023 campus incident. "
Msimanga warns of factional battles in Ramaphosa's Joburg intervention plan
DA Gauteng leader Solly Msimanga has raised red flags about President Ramaphosa's Johannesburg rescue initiative, questioning both its constitutional validity and potential to fuel ANC factional conflicts. Msimanga is demanding broader consultation with all political parties, especially those in the government of national unity, before the Presidential Working Group proceeds with attempts to revitalize South Africa's economic hub.
Battle for transparency: DA takes Lesufi to Information Regulator over secret reports
The Information Regulator has launched an investigation into Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's refusal to release 177 forensic reports on alleged corruption worth millions. The DA claims Lesufi is protecting corrupt officials while preaching transparency, pointing to leaked documents showing 'widespread corruption' in the provincial government.
Battle for transparency: DA takes Lesufi to Information Regulator over secret reports
The Information Regulator has launched an investigation into Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi's refusal to release 177 forensic reports on alleged corruption worth millions. The DA claims Lesufi is protecting corrupt officials while preaching transparency, pointing to leaked documents showing 'widespread corruption' in the provincial government.