South Africa is mourning the loss of respected actress and former beauty queen Cynthia Philisiwe Shange, whose passing was announced by her daughter, Nonhle Thema, on Monday. Taking to social media, Nonhle Thema shared an emotional message confirming the death of her mother. “With a heavy heart, I share the news of our dear mother….
The City of Tshwane has called on residents and stakeholders to participate in a series of public meetings to comment on its draft 2026/27 Integrated Development Plan (IDP), Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Framework (MTREF), and Property Rates Policy and By-law. The invitation, issued by Speaker of Council Cllr Mncedi Ndzwanana, outlines opportunities for community members…
Residents of Soshanguve are being urged to take part in an important public participation session hosted by the City of Tshwane as part of its ongoing planning and budgeting process for the coming years. The session, scheduled for Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 10:00, will be held at the KT Motubatse Community Hall. It forms…
At Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, frustration has reached a boiling point. What began as intermittent water disruptions has now erupted into full-scale student protests, forcing the suspension of all classes and campus activities. For days, students have endured worsening living conditions—dry taps, unhygienic residences, and failing sanitation systems. Now, they are taking a stand. Backed…
Residents of Hammanskraal have been left frustrated after a scheduled meeting addressing the ongoing water crisis was abruptly postponed, prompting an apology from the city of Tshwane’s mayor. Dr Nasiphi Moya issued a public apology, expressing regret over the disruption and explaining the circumstances that led to the cancellation. According to Moya, she had been…
Two of the five suspects arrested in connection with a high-profile R5 million cocaine smuggling case at OR Tambo International Airport have been granted bail, marking a significant development in the ongoing investigation. The two accused were each granted bail of R15,000 after appearing in court on charges of contravening the Drugs and Drug Trafficking…
The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms expected to impact parts of Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo from 13 to 14 April 2026. According to the weather authority, the storms are likely to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and possible hail, which could result in localized damage to…
The City of Tshwane has informed residents that the annual swimming season for its free‑standing public swimming pools has officially closed on April 7th 2026. The closure comes after the city faced operational challenges, including a shortage of liquid chlorine gas cylinders, but ensured that most pools remained accessible throughout the season.The following free‑standing swimming…
With just two days into the reopening of Schools around South Africa a joint operation by the Gauteng Traffic Police (GTP) and the South African Police Service (SAPS) has led to multiple fines and heightened road safety measures in Bekkersdal, Gauteng. The integrated learner transport safety operation was carried out in the Western Corridor of…
Gauteng Education MEC Lebogang Maile has strongly condemned the burning of Riverlea Secondary School, describing the incident as unjustifiable and criminal. “There can be no justification for burning a school,” said Maile during his visit to the school. “The fire which broke out at the school cannot be justified, no matter the level of anger…
