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Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and various departments within the provincial government and municipalities have signed a joint MoU which seeks to bring together the Gauteng Provincial Government, the South African Police Service (SAPS), Municipal Police Departments, District and Local Law Enforcement seeks to ensure a coordinated approach to fighting crime in the province.
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Roads MEC Kedibone Tlabela-Diale have launched an Easter safety campaign with a focus on crime prevention at the notorious Slovo Park bridge near Eldorado Park.
As South Africa prepares to mark 32 years since Chris Hani's assassination, his widow Limpho Hani has slammed the justice system for releasing his unremorseful killer, while the SACP and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi renew urgent calls for a full inquest into his death.
President Ramaphosa will set the tone for South Africa's fight against escalating crime rates at the inaugural Policing Summit 2025, where experts will explore innovative strategies, technology integration, and police force development to achieve the National Development Plan's safety objectives by 2030.
As South Africa prepares to mark 32 years since Chris Hani's assassination, his widow Limpho Hani has slammed the justice system for releasing his unremorseful killer, while the SACP and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi renew urgent calls for a full inquest into his death. 'This inquest must happen in our lifetime,' insists Lesufi at an emotional wreath-laying ceremony
Soshanguve mourns as night patroller death toll rises to seven.
Gauteng is poised to secure over R300 billion in investment pledges from more than 50 companies at Thursday's inaugural Investment Conference at Melrose Arch. Top government officials including Deputy President Mashatile and Premier Lesufi will outline plans to transform the province's economy, create jobs, and address infrastructure challenges as South Africa's economic powerhouse aims to double its R1. 1 trillion economy.
Gauteng is poised to secure over R300 billion in investment pledges from more than 50 companies at Thursday's inaugural Investment Conference at Melrose Arch. Top government officials including Deputy President Mashatile and Premier Lesufi will outline plans to transform the province's economy, create jobs, and address infrastructure challenges as South Africa's economic powerhouse aims to double its R1. 1 trillion economy.
The DA told IOL that it was not a secret that they have been negotiating with the ANC over measures to remove obstacles to the creation of economic growth and jobs.
Two suspects, aged 27 and 50, were arrested on Monday for the brutal murders of six people at the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve. They are also allegedly linked to previous robberies and murders that happened last month.
The death toll from the Marry Me Informal Settlement, in Soshanguve, has increased to six, with four night patrollers still in hospital, while two others have been discharged.
The death toll from the Marry Me Informal Settlement, in Soshanguve, has increased to six, with four night patrollers still in hospital, while two others have been discharged.
A night patroller at the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve says he fears for his life after five colleagues were killed in a brutal attack.
A night patroller at the Marry Me Informal Settlement in Soshanguve shares his deep fear for his life after five colleagues were killed in a brutal attack. The community grapples with violence and extortion as investigations continue.
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has strongly condemned the brutal killing of five night patrollers in the Marry Me Informal Settlement, Soshanguve, calling the victims brave individuals who dedicated their lives to tackling crime and improving local safety.
BuildOneSA has launched a Constitutional Court challenge against water shedding at government institutions, as public facilities face ongoing service delivery disruptions across Gauteng.
Mmusi Maimane warns that Johannesburg's infrastructure crisis demands urgent action to avert further mismanagement and restore the city's services.
A devastating bus crash in Ekurhuleni that claimed 13 lives and left 77 injured has prompted Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and local officials to consider a formal inquiry, marking a tragic week that has seen three separate transport accidents in the region.
Fikile Mbalula faces accusations of undermining rivals as he eyes the ANC presidency in 2027, while insisting Deputy President Paul Mashatile should take the lead.
President Cyril Ramphosa visits Gauteng for an oversight visit but disappointed with the state of Johannesburg.
Gauteng premier has extended his apology to President Cyril Ramaphosa over the dire state of Johannesburg.
In a bold confrontation with President Ramaphosa, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi warns that without concrete solutions to the province's critical G-13 challenges - from rampant corruption to failing infrastructure - their high-level meeting would be futile. This comes as national government intervenes in the province's mounting service delivery crisis.
Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has committed his department to addressing critical issues including drug abuse, crime, and power supply challenges in Gauteng schools.
In a significant political shift, the ANC has unveiled a new leadership structure for Gauteng, marked by a surprising reconciliation between Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula and former provincial chairperson Panyaza Lesufi. This strategic restructuring aims to address the party's recent electoral challenges and internal conflicts ahead of the 2026 elections.
Political analysts has urged ANC to address governance issues to regain support.