Tshwane Ordered to Reinstate Rooiwal Officials Associated with Rooiwal Saga

In a significant legal development, the South African Local Government Bargaining Council (SALGBC) has instructed the City of Tshwane to reinstate five senior officials suspended in connection with the controversial R295 million Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Plant tender. The ruling also mandates compensation of over R1.3 million for the officials, sparking debates over governance and accountability. The tender, awarded in 2019 to a joint venture involving Blackhead Consultin... Read more »
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By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

South African Musician Winnie Khumalo Passes Away at 51

Johannesburg, South Africa – Winnie Khumalo, a celebrated South African musician and actress known for her contributions to Afropop music, has died at the age of 51 after a brief illness. The news of her ... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

Multi-Vehicle Collision Claims 18 Lives in KwaZulu-Natal

Eighteen people (13 adults and 5 children) were killed in a multi-vehicle collision on the N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass in KwaZulu-Natal on Monday, 6 January, 2025. The accident involved a truck, a minibus tax... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Monday, January 6th, 2025

Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly: Court Postpones Eldorado Park Officer’s Case

It has been a tense period for the community of Eldorado Park following the Boxing Day murder of a 22-year-old Gauteng crime warden Chesnay Patricia Keppler. The suspect is police officer Sergeant Mandla Buthel... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Sunday, January 5th, 2025

Rising Attacks on E-Hailing Drivers: Cape Town Police Arrest Robbery Suspects

The robbery of an e-hailing driver in Cape Town, which took place on 24 December 2024, has drawn widespread attention and condemnation from those affected. The victim, identified as Ali, was called for a pick-u... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Saturday, January 4th, 2025

Beitbridge Port Fully Prepared for Festive Season Return Traffic

As the holiday season comes to an end and the country prepares to reopen businesses and resume normal functions, the Beitbridge port of entry has become a focal point of activity. The Border Management Authorit... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Friday, January 3rd, 2025

Westbury Clinic Tragedy: Pregnant Woman’s Death Sparks Investigation and Allegations

The death of Miriam Singh, a 32-year-old pregnant woman, and her unborn child at the Westbury Clinic’s Midwifery Obstetric Unit (MOU) has driven the Westbury community into anger. Singh, who arrived at the ho... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

Brothers Behind Bars After the Killing of Durban Businessman Shailen Singh

Two brothers who are believed to be responsible for the murder of Durban businessman Shailen Singh were arrested on New Year’s day. Singh, who reportedly owned a truck and security company, was shot and kille... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

Collision on N4 Claims Seven Lives

The New Year began on a dull note for South Africa as a fatal accident involving two sedans took place on the N4 road, claiming seven lives, including that of a two-year-old child. According to the Mpumalanga P... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Tuesday, December 31st, 2024

Cape Town Baboon: A Tale of Wildlife and City Life Colliding

A  number of unusual occurrences involving a solitary male baboon wandering through Cape Town’s neighborhoods captured the attention of the residents and demonstrated collaboration amongst emergency authorit... Read more »