Democratic Alliance (DA) leader and Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, is facing a severe political and personal credibility crisis after court records revealed a default judgment against him for nearly R150,000 in unpaid personal credit card debt, a disclosure that has sent shockwaves through South Africa’s political landscape and ignited a fierce debate over the…

In a hearing that veered from the shocking to the surreal, the Madlanga Commission investigating allegations of misconduct within South Africa’s security services became the stage for a tale of international espionage, high-level bribery, and shadowy hitmen, all delivered by a single, self-proclaimed insider. North West businessman Brown Mogotsi, taking the stand on Tuesday, did…

 In a significant victory against the burgeoning illicit economy, the Crime Prevention unit of the Pretoria Central SAPS has intercepted a consignment of illicit cigarettes with an estimated street value of R500,000, leading to the arrest and subsequent court appearance of two male suspects. The bust, which unfolded during a meticulously executed routine operation, underscores…

 The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has entered its most anticipated and perilous phase, as controversial businessman Brown Mogotsi took the witness stand today, forcing a direct confrontation with the web of allegations linking high-level politics, organised crime, and the criminal justice system. Mogotsi’s testimony marks a pivotal turning point for the inquiry, shifting from hearing about the…

The City of Tshwane is urging residents to remain patient as heavy rains and strong winds continue to disrupt essential municipal services across the metro. In its statement issued on 17 November 2025, the city said the severe weather is putting “significant strain on essential municipal services, including electricity supply, water provision, and waste collection.”…