A fast-moving fire swept through the precarious Wingfield refugee camp in Maitland on Thursday afternoon, 6 November 2025, reducing a large communal tent and dozens of surrounding informal structures to ash and embers. The blaze, which erupted under the harsh afternoon sun, has left hundreds of refugees and asylum seekers—many of whom had already endured…
The Department of Basic Education has praised the smooth running of the matric finals, addressing concerns over Maths papers and urging communities to protect schools as zones of peace. PRETORIA – The 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations have reached the halfway point with a strong record of “stability, integrity, and efficiency,” according to the Department…
In a significant victory for accountability, the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order from the Special Tribunal to claw back R4.73 million in profits from Tepa Trading and Projects. This company unduly benefited from a flawed COVID-19 procurement contract with the Mpumalanga Department of Health. The order, a crucial step in the…
In a significant escalation of South Africa’s ongoing reckoning with the State Capture era, former Minister of Public Enterprises Malusi Gigaba is set to appear in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court this Friday. His summons, issued by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), marks a pivotal moment in the pursuit of accountability for one of…
In a move that resonates deeply with tradition and protocol, His Majesty King Misuzulu KaZwelithini, the reigning monarch of the Zulu nation, has announced the indefinite postponement of his much-anticipated traditional wedding to his fiancée, Queen Nomzamo Myeni. The ceremony, a significant national event for millions of Zulu people, was originally scheduled for November 9,…
The group’s leader says they will appeal a High Court ruling that prohibits them from blocking access to healthcare, insisting their controversial actions are not illegal. JOHANNESBURG – In a direct challenge to the judiciary, anti-immigrant group Operation Dudula has declared it will continue its campaign of checking the nationalities of patients at public healthcare facilities,…
In a massive multidisciplinary takedown, SAPS and partner agencies arrested 328 suspects for crimes ranging from murder to illegal gambling, while also shutting down non-compliant liquor outlets. PRETORIA – In a decisive show of force, the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Tshwane arrested a staggering 328 suspects during a high-density Operation Shanela conducted in the…
In a major boost for access to essential services, the bank is rolling out new branches equipped with biometric technology, aiming to slash wait times and serve underserved communities. JOHANNESBURG – South Africans can look forward to a significant expansion of accessible government services with Standard Bank announcing it will launch 20 additional branches for Smart…
As confirmed cases rise to 48, city officials confirm the water supply is clear, leaving the source of the infection unknown and prompting urgent public health warnings. TSHWANE – The City of Tshwane is grappling with a medical mystery as its investigation into a local typhoid outbreak has found no trace of the Salmonella typhi bacteria…
A unique government-led partnership, attracting international attention, is piloting a programme to provide grant recipients with the skills and assets to generate their own income. PRETORIA – In a significant step towards breaking the cycle of poverty, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is championing an innovative project designed to help social grant recipients build…
