In a significant ruling, the Labour Court has upheld the reinstatement of a long-serving Sibanye Stillwater human resources officer who was dismissed for the paradoxical reason of working on his scheduled day off. The case, which began in 2018, highlights the critical role of procedural fairness and proportionality in workplace discipline. The employee, Mapholoba, had…
South African consumers are set to feel further financial strain as producer price inflation (PPI) unexpectedly rose to 2.1% in August, signaling higher costs for goods down the pipeline. Economists warn that the real pressure will hit in 2026 when steep electricity price hikes fully filter through the economy. The August increase, driven largely by…
Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientso Ramokgopa has announced an ambitious plan to eliminate load shedding—the practice of cutting power to specific, often impoverished areas—within the next 12 months. However, the success of this deadline is entirely conditional on community cooperation. In a statement that places significant responsibility on residents, Ramokgopa declared that the government can…
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, which is probing allegations of deep-seated political interference within South Africa’s criminal justice system, is set to hear from a fourth witness following a day of damning testimony. On Thursday, the commission received a critical submission from the South African Police Service (SAPS) Legal Services division, which stated that the…
Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie has issued a blistering seven-day ultimatum to the ANC, threatening to collapse coalition agreements across the country if his deputy, Kenny Kunene, is not reinstated as Johannesburg’s Transport MMC. In a fiery Facebook Live address, the Sports Minister declared that the PA will not be disrespected and is prepared…
Julius Mkhwanazi, the acting chief of the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD), has applied for special leave following explosive testimony presented at the ongoing Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. In an exclusive interview with eNCA, Mkhwanazi confirmed he submitted the application on Tuesday and is now awaiting approval from the council. He stated that his decision…
A new-look DHL Stormers side, captained by midfielder Ruhan Nel, will launch their Vodacom United Rugby Championship campaign on Friday night in a blockbuster clash against defending champions Leinster at a buzzing DHL Stadium in Cape Town. With a host of Springboks unavailable and several key players sidelined by injury, Director of Rugby John Dobson…
Orlando Pirates maintained their relentless pursuit at the top of the Betway Premiership with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over a stubborn Siwelele FC at the Toyota Stadium on Tuesday night. The win, sealed by a late strike from super-sub Oswin Appollis, marks the Buccaneers’ fourth consecutive league triumph, propelling them into fourth place. The result…
In a stunning upset that shook the Betway Premiership, Lamontville Golden Arrows defeated reigning champions Mamelodi Sundowns 1-0 on Wednesday, handing Masandawana their first loss of the season and securing their first victory over the giants in over five years. The electric atmosphere at the King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi was rewarded with a heroic…
Kaizer Chiefs’ quest for consistency hit another stumbling block as they were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by a resilient Marumo Gallants side at a damp FNB Stadium on Wednesday evening. The Glamour Boys, who took the lead through debutant Khanyisa Mayo, were left to rue a missed penalty and a stout defensive display…
