SA Government Sets Up Website for Mandela Queries

The public will not be able to simply walk into the Union Buildings in Pretoria when the body of former President Nelson Mandela lies in state from 11 to 13 December. Those who are eager to say their farewell to the ‘Father of the Nation’ will have to comply with the stringent security measures which have been put in place ahead of the funeral. Members of the public must attain accreditation to view the body at the Union Buildings. The presidency is keeping the public inf... Read more »
by PAW | Published 13 years ago

By Staff Writer On Saturday, December 7th, 2013

Foreign Media Houses Tell South Africans about Mandela’s Death

South Africa is home to a number of media houses which own reputable news websites such as SABC, News24, Mail & Guardian, Independent Online, Timeslive, etc. These websites usually provide the latest news o... Read more »
By PAW On Saturday, December 7th, 2013

Media Houses Unleash Shelved Documentaries as Nelson Mandela Dies

South Africans and the rest of the world are still in shock after the passing of one of the most loved politicians, former President Nelson Mandela. He passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his famil... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Friday, December 6th, 2013

Whole World Mourns as Mandela Dies

Many South Africans are finding it hard to come to terms with the fact that their beloved and world-renowned political legend Nelson Mandela has died. According to reports, Mandela died peacefully on Thursday, ... Read more »
By Mvusi Ngubane On Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013

‘Smart Town’ Investor withdraws from Project

Plans to build a new R1-billion town near President Jacob Zuma’s hometown, Nkandla, have now been jeapordised by the recent withdrawal of a vital investor which claims that Nkandla is a location far ̶... Read more »
By Mvusi Ngubane On Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013

Informal Settlement Leaders offer Zille Ultimatum

Cape Town’s premier, Helen Zille, has been handed an ultimatum by leaders of Cape Town Informal Settlements threatening to stage a “radical march” next year should their demands not be met. On... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Sunday, November 24th, 2013

Sanral Ready to Launch E-Tolling System

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) recently announced that its controversial e-tolling system will start operating on Gauteng freeways on the 3rd of December, less than ten days from now. ... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Monday, November 18th, 2013

Malema Gets Time to Focus on EFF as his Trial is Postponed

Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema will have all the time he needs to focus on campaigning for next year’s elections and not worry about court appearances for a while after his corruption tria... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Sunday, November 17th, 2013

Malema’s Corruption Trial to Start on Monday

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) founder Julius Malema will be returning to court next week. His corruption trial is set to start on Monday at the Polokwane High Court. Malema is facing charges of fraud, corrupt... Read more »
By PAW On Friday, November 15th, 2013

Madonsela and Security Cluster Battle not Over

It looks like the battle is not over for public protector, Thuli Madonsela. The security cluster does not intend to be scared by the public protector’s latest announcement and seem to have come out with b... Read more »