Ramaphosa confirms US U-turn on G20 Summit boycott

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that the United States has reversed its decision to boycott the G20 Leaders Summit in South Africa this weekend.

Ramaphosa declares GBVF a national crisis, advocacy groups demand action beyond words

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) both a national and global crisis, calling for concerted efforts to address power ...

Tiffany Meek's case: Murder trial transferred to Johannesburg High Court

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Tiffany Nicole Meek, accused of murdering her son Jayden-Lee, faces a pre-trial hearing in the Gauteng High Court after switching to Legal Aid due to financial constraints. ...

Fannie Masemola vows to tackle drug dens and protect Westbury's children

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has taken a strong stance against drug dens and 'Lolly lounges' in Westbury, declaring that these establishments ...

Dr Naledi Pandor calls on women to champion peace efforts in Palestine

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

At the W20 Summit in Krugersdorp, Dr Naledi Pandor calls on women to take an active role in advocating for peace and addressing humanitarian crises, particularly ...

Mandla Mandela's emotional return: Activists recount being called terrorists by Israel

Siyabonga Sithole and Xolile Mtembu|Published

Mandla Mandela shares his harrowing experience alongside fellow activists who were detained by Israeli forces, highlighting their emotional return to South Africa ...

South Africa's HIV/AIDS funding strategies praised amid USAID cuts

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

At the 12th South African AIDS Conference, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus commended South Africa's proactive approach to funding HIV/Aids programmes ...

Convicted rapist and murderer sentenced to life for the killing of 6-year-old Amantle Samane

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Gauteng South High Court has sentenced Phethe Simiao to two life terms for the kidnapping, rape, and murder of 6-year-old Amantle Samane, a decision welcomed ...

Economic experts weigh in on proposed changes to South Africa's BBBEE policies

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Economic experts urge a balanced approach to proposed changes in South Africa's BBBEE policies, as the DA's John Steenhuisen presents a six-point plan aimed at economic ...

Outrage in Johannesburg as mother faces charges for child neglect and drug abuse

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

A Johannesburg community is reeling with anger and calls for justice after a shocking alleged incident involving a mother and her three-year-old son surfaced on ...

Ramokgopa admits electricity tariffs are unsustainable

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has acknowledged the urgent need for a review of the current electricity pricing structure, admitting that ...

Constitutional Court dismisses MKP's case against President Ramaphosa

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Following a ruling by the Constitutional Court, the MKP is contemplating protests over allegations against police minister Senzo Mchunu.

Judgment reserved in MKP's challenge against Ramaphosa over police minister appointments

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Judgment is reserved in the Constitutional Court case between the uMkhonto weSizwe Party and President Cyril Ramaphosa regarding the suspension of Police Minister ...

EFF welcomes arrests in the DJ Sumbody murder investigation

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Four suspects, including a businessman, have been arrested in connection with the murder of popular South African DJ Sumbody.

Racial discrimination against Black health professionals highlighted in Section 59 report

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Section 59 report has cast a glaring spotlight on the systemic racial bias and discrimination embedded within South Africa’s medical health schemes, particularly ...

Popcru president discusses political shifts after SACP's decision to contest elections independently

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Popcru president, Thulani Ngwenya, revealed that the union will be consulting and workshopping some of the recent political developments with all its members and ...

Political tensions rise as Mbalula defends ANC's position in coalition government

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula confronts the DA over threats to boycott the National Dialogue, defending the coalition government and asserting the ANC's position ...

Disparities in basic services for households headed by persons with disabilities

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Despite South Africa's commitment to the rights of persons with disabilities, significant barriers remain in education and employment access, as highlighted at the ...

How South Africa's youth unemployment fuels sexual exploitation and gender-based violence among young women

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

South Africa's staggering youth unemployment rate of 62. 4% is not just an economic failure; it exacerbates gender-based violence and mental health crises among ...

New Covid-19 variant Nimbus under surveillance, says Health Minister

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi addresses concerns over the Nimbus Covid-19 variant, assuring South Africans that it is under surveillance while urging precautionary ...

Bigger issues emerge as US updates travel advisory for South Africa

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The US government has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for South Africa, urging caution due to crime and civil unrest, following President Ramaphosa's meeting with ...

Zamimpilo settlement residents urge government intervention as illegal mining violence rises

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Residents of the Zamimpilo settlement are calling for immediate action as violence linked to illegal mining escalates, threatening their safety and livelihoods. ...

Justice for the Cradock Four: Families hope for answers in renewed inquest

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

After 39 years, the inquest into the brutal murders of the Cradock Four has resumed, with families seeking closure and accountability for the anti-apartheid activists' ...

Family and community mourn Olorato Mongale, a victim of gender-based violence

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Olorato Mongale, a 30-year-old former Wits student, was remembered as a fighter by her family during her emotional funeral service, highlighting the urgent need ...

Tragic details of 11-year-old Jayden-Lee Meek's death leave community in mourning

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Jayden-Lee Meek, an 11-year-old student from Royal College, was found dead after going missing in Fleurhof. His teacher describes him as a bright spark, and the ...