Independent Media photojournalist bags nomination for Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Awards
What better way to celebrate when Independent Media’s very own photojournalist, Ayanda Ndamane, who made the cut, securing a nomination in the News Photography category. ...
Pikitup outlines recovery plan and orders court interdict against striking casual workers
Parts of Johannesburg are staggered in heaps of uncollected waste, following the ongoing protests by Pikitup part-time workers who are demanding permanent jobs at ...
Rise Mzansi youth leader slams ANCYL ironic anti-crime march
The ANCYL led an anti-crime march at Giant Stadium in Soshanguve, Pretoria.
Fifteen CCTV cameras installed in Smal Street to combat crime
To combat this, Mzi Khumalo, MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and the Gauteng Department of e-Government, along with the provincial Department ...
Uncollected trash inflames health hazards as Pikitup protest continues unabated
Residents of Randburg, Cosmo City, and Zandspruit informal settlement in Joburg north have expressed concerns about the foul smell from uncollected waste due to ...
ActionSA election ad ignites the ‘South African Dream’
The advert shows ActionSA making the “South African Dream” a reality.
Pikitup promises to enforce no work, no pay principle amid violent casual staff protests
Pikitup casual waste pickers have been protesting for almost a week, demanding that the waste management company employ them permanently.
Why politicians flock to poor areas to wring votes
The season of election campaigning has seen political parties flocking in low-income households and communities.
Champion climber eager to fly SA flag at Paris Olympics
The 22-year-old, who recently was conferred with a cum laude degree in marine biology from Edith Cowan University in Perth, said the love for climbing started at ...
DHET pledges N6 TVET college graduates will enter workplace - Buti Manamela
As the graduates were dressed in their graduation apparel, Manamela told students that getting an education and earning a qualification is a milestone.
Taxi wars: Yet another Nanduwe and Wata spat
Reports indicated that a taxi owner and driver were assaulted, and a minibus taxi was torched on Klipspruit Valley Road near Orlando Stadium, the JMPD said.
City of Joburg set to appoint independent mediator to settle Eskom, City Power legal battle
An independent mediator will be appointed to resolve the legal battle between Eskom and City Power.
SA Rainbow Alliance pledges R3000 grants for jobless men
With unemployment soaring up to 32. 9% for the first quarter of 2024, as reported by Statistics South Africa Quarterly Labour Force Survey, South African Rainbow ...
New administration boasts of inclusive CoJ budget
The City of Joburg’s member of the mayoral committee for finance, Dada Morero, lauded the metro’s new administration team for running a profitable and inclusive ...
An inclusive budget for all, says Joburg finance MMC
Budget for 2024/2025 is ‘inclusive as it prioritises the most vulnerable individuals and communities, while striving for a profitable economy. ’
Gauteng health department lauds nurses as anchors of health sector for International Nurses Day
Dressed in white, with distinguishing devices known as epaulettes on their shoulders, nurses assembled at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto, to commemorate ...
Politicians find solace in churches on campaign trail
As the days draw closer to the May 29 polls, political parties have found comfort in churches, seeking prayers and support while campaigning to congregants ahead ...
Small ‘popcorn’ parties foster ANC leadership in KZN – Chris Pappas
DA KwaZulu-Natal premier candidate and uMngeni Municipality mayor Chris Pappas has condemned smaller parties for fostering an ANC government in the province.
No injuries occurred amid ward fire at Bertha Gxowa Hospital
The Gauteng Department of Health has confirmed that there were no fatalities and injuries sustained after a ward at Bertha Gxowa Hospital, in Germiston, caught fire ...
Higher education department revitalises technology and science skills in TVET colleges
The Department of Higher Education and Training launched the 4IR [Industrial Revolution] Centres of Excellence at CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, ...
Local film: “Just Now Jeffrey” tells the story of teenage bromance; and boasts nostalgia and laughter during grim era of ...
If you want to tickle your funny bone, laugh until your face is drenched in tears and simply want to relax after a long week of work and school, Just Now Jeffrey ...
RISE Mzansi KZN wing march for access to water and adequate sanitation infrastructure
Leader for RISE Mzansi KwaZulu-Natal caucus, Nonkululeko Hlongwane-Mhlongo, led a party march to eThekwini Municipality earlier today in demand for access to clean ...
Dr Maziya graduates as a medical doctor and the only black woman in MBChB cohort
Since the start of graduation season, graduands have been serving with glitz and glamour.
SARA leader stands for a Christian government
The leader of the South African Rainbow Alliance (SARA), Colleen Makhubele, is calling for godly governance and a God-fearing nation.
African Youth Report says SA youth adamant on voting, showing concern over job scarcity
Young people also pointed out that the top three challenges in the job market are corruption, underemployment and lack of feedback from companies after being rejected. ...