In a landmark and sharply worded ruling, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has found Israel in breach of its international obligations, ordering it to allow unimpeded humanitarian aid into Gaza and to resume cooperation with the UN’s primary relief agency, UNRWA. The court’s advisory opinion, passed by an overwhelming majority of judges, systematically dismantled…
In a landmark victory for public accountability, the Pretoria High Court has ordered former President Jacob Zuma to repay nearly R29 million to the South African fiscus, ruling that the state’s funding of his personal legal battles was unlawful. The ruling, handed down on Wednesday, brings to a head a years-long legal battle pursued by…
A parliamentary inquiry into the disbanding of the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) has revealed a stark divide, with Patriotic Alliance MP Ashley Sauls throwing his weight behind the controversial decision by suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, citing exorbitant costs and questionable value. The debate shifted from pure politics to a cost-benefit analysis as Sauls…
A shocking testimony at the Madlanga Commission has laid bare a direct line from multi-million rand state corruption to a cold-blooded murder, revealing a web of alleged criminality involving a Transnet buyer, a suspected drug cartel kingpin, and a police officer moonlighting as a hitman. The chain of events began with a single, stunning detail:…
Today’s news perfectly captures South Africa’s schizophrenic governance: one part modernising convenience, the other descending into dangerous dysfunction. On one hand, Home Affairs is rolling out a commendable passport delivery service—a small but significant win for citizen service. On the other, the agency responsible for the safety of our skies, Air Traffic and Navigation Services,…
HARARE – Zimbabwe’s ruling party, ZANU-PF, has reaffirmed its controversial plan to amend the country’s constitution to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term by at least two years, a move that would see him remain in power until 2030 and cancel the 2028 general elections. The resolution, known as “Resolution Number One,” was solidified at the party’s…
PRETORIA – In a significant temporary handover of power, President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana as Acting President of South Africa, effective from today, 21 October, until 27 October 2025. The move comes as President Ramaphosa embarks on a consecutive series of high-stakes international visits aimed at bolstering South Africa’s economic and diplomatic…
PHOENIX – In a case that has sent shockwaves through this Durban community, a Phoenix woman and her partner have been arrested for allegedly orchestrating the brutal murder of her recently retired father, hiring two vagrants for the sum of R3,500. The victim, Arthur “Brian” Ramsamy, a retired eThekwini Municipality employee, was found strangled in his…
JOHANNESBURG – In the wake of a brutal shooting that left two teenagers dead and five others injured, the Gauteng Provincial Legislature has issued a forceful directive to police, demanding an immediate and sustained crackdown on the illegal firearms flooding communities like Westbury. The call for action comes after seven teenagers were gunned down on Tuesday…
In a powerful show of solidarity, current and former university vice-chancellors have thrown their full support behind Professor Sakhela Buhlungu, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Fort Hare, lauding his “incredible courage” in fighting corruption and decrying the violent campaign to oust him. The academic leaders issued a stark warning: forcing Buhlungu out would not…
