Gauteng MEC for Basic Education, Matome Chiloane, has appealed to parents, guardians, and communities to rally behind matric pupils as they prepare for their final National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. Chiloane urged South Africans to give their full support to the class of 2025 as the NSC exams begin on October 21 and run until November 27. “Don’t disrupt schools — it’s an appeal that I have been saying throughout the year. When there’s no water, we are not Rand Water; when there’s no electricity, we are not Eskom; when there’s a problem with the road, we are not Johannesburg…
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Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has revealed that President Cyril Ramaphosa was informed and agreed with his decision to disband the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT). Speaking before the South African Police Service (SAPS) Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations of corruption and political interference, Mchunu said he personally briefed the president on the matter. During Friday’s hearing, the minister faced intense questioning about his role in dissolving the task team, a decision that came under scrutiny after KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused him of interfering in police operations. Asked by Evidence Leader Advocate Norman Arendse whether he…
Iconic South African group, the Soul Brothers, are celebrating their 50th anniversary with the release of a new album and a nationwide tour honouring the band’s founding members and their decades-long musical legacy. The mbaqanga legends announced the launch of their 50th Anniversary Album, which features previously unreleased tracks and includes the voice of the late David Masondo, one of the band’s original members who passed away in 2015. Known for timeless hits such as Mama ka Sibongile and Bazobuya, the group said the new album serves as both a celebration and commemoration of their journey since forming in the…
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu appeared before the parliament ad hoc committee investigating allegations of corruption in the criminal justice system, declaring that he has been “wearing and smelling Gen Mkhwanazi” since July 6, the day the allegations were made public. The committee was formed after KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of interfering in police investigations and having ties to corrupt businessmen. Mkhwanazi had claimed Mchunu issued a directive to disband the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT), which was probing politically motivated murders in the province. Following the accusations, President Cyril Ramaphosa placed Mchunu on leave. “I’m wearing…
An East London primary school deputy principal has been arrested and charged with running a human trafficking and prostitution operation. The 52-year-old woman appeared in the East London Magistrate’s Court on Thursday following her arrest by the Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation Unit on Wednesday. Investigators allege that the educator recruited young women aged between 16 and 23 from the former Transkei region — including Qumbu, Mthatha, and Ngqeleni — and coerced them into sex work in Quigney, East London. Court documents reveal that upon arrival, the victims were allegedly provided with clothing which they were required to repay. They…
South Africa’s food security has shown modest progress, according to the latest Shoprite SA Food Security Index released on Thursday. The Index rose to 56.5 in 2024, up from 44.9 in 2023, indicating an improvement but still below the 2019 score of 65.8, when hunger levels were significantly lower. While Shoprite and civil society groups welcomed the improvement, they warned that hunger and malnutrition remain deeply entrenched challenges across the country. Shoprite’s chief sustainability officer, Sanjeev Raghubir, said the findings offer “a glimmer of cautious optimism,” but hunger continues to affect millions of South Africans, including at least one in…
From emotional tributes to new beginnings, this week in entertainment has been filled with both grief and celebration, as stars around the world made news for their milestones, losses, and controversies. Legendary Grammy-winning R&B star D’Angelo has died at 51 after battling pancreatic cancer. His family described him as “the shining star of our family,” while tributes from artists like Jill Scott poured in, celebrating his legacy and influence on soul and funk music. Hollywood also mourned Diane Keaton, the Oscar-winning actress known for Annie Hall and The Godfather, who passed away at 79 in California. Co-stars Goldie Hawn and…
Rampant corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS) is undermining public confidence, weakening community policing structures, and making crime prevention nearly impossible, according to criminologists, community police forums (CPFs), and residents across the country. Residents and CPF members say corruption among police officers has reached crisis levels, with some officers accused of collaborating with criminals, taking bribes, and ignoring reported cases. “Corruption is rife within the police,” said Rosina Mosehla from Soweto. “We no longer feel safe because the people who are supposed to protect us are demanding money from us. The CPFs are trying, but the corrupt police…
City Power has confirmed that it owes contractors R1.2 billion in outstanding payments, attributing the delay to financial constraints and pending transfers from the City of Johannesburg. In a statement, the Johannesburg municipal-owned entity explained that its operational revenue, which includes payments to contractors and suppliers, depends largely on funding from its shareholder, the City of Johannesburg. “As a municipal-owned entity, City Power’s operational revenue, including payments to contractors and suppliers, is dependent on financial support from its shareholder, the City of Johannesburg,” the statement read. “Limited funding has been received in recent months, which has not been sufficient to…
When Belgian coach Hugo Broos was appointed to lead Bafana Bafana in May 2021, there were doubts about his ability to revive the struggling national team. Four years later, he has guided South Africa to their first World Cup qualification in 23 years — excluding their automatic qualification as hosts in 2010. Bafana secured their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 2-1 victory against Rwanda in Mbombela on Tuesday night, marking a historic milestone for South African football. Broos, who famously led a young Cameroon side to victory at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations, was tasked…