Civil society groups, political parties and ordinary South Africans have criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa for a lack of transparency after the Presidency confirmed that the Madlanga Commission interim report will not be made public when it is delivered later this month. The Presidency said the interim report, due by 17 December, will remain confidential, triggering… Continue reading Civil Society Slams Decision to Withhold Madlanga Report
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SAFA: Hands Off Hugo Broos!
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has leapt to the defence of Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos. This follows the United Democratic Movement (UDM) lodging a formal complaint at the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) over what it alleges were “racist and sexist remarks” made by Broos recently. Broos’ tirade in Pretoria during… Continue reading SAFA: Hands Off Hugo Broos!
‘Whistleblower’ Seeks Amnesty and Protection Alleged For Role in Sowing Divisions at Unisa
A whistleblower who claims to be a former rector at an unnamed institution is seeking amnesty and protection to spill the beans on what he termed a concerted campaign to smear the institution’s leadership and run the historic university down. In a letter emailed to several entities, including the presidency, the parliamentary portfolio committee on… Continue reading ‘Whistleblower’ Seeks Amnesty and Protection Alleged For Role in Sowing Divisions at Unisa
Internal Investigation Recommends Disciplinary Hearing Against Top eThekwini Municipality Official Accused of Sexual Harassment
An investigation by the City Integrity and Investigations Directorate within the eThekwini municipality in KwaZulu-Natal has recommended that a top official be hauled over the coals for allegedly making unwanted sexual advances to a subordinate even after he was politely told by his victim to stop. The report was compiled and submitted to the City… Continue reading Internal Investigation Recommends Disciplinary Hearing Against Top eThekwini Municipality Official Accused of Sexual Harassment
Rushed Settlement With Axed Senior Official Haunts Umdoni Municipality
A rushed settlement entered into by the beleaguered Umdoni local municipality (Umzinto) in southern KwaZulu-Natal with an “unfairly” axed senior official has come back to haunt the entity. In October this year, the municipality entered into a settlement to reinstate Dr Bongiwe Mbatha as the head of Human Resources. This was after Mbatha had scored… Continue reading Rushed Settlement With Axed Senior Official Haunts Umdoni Municipality
Knife Drama at Hillbrow Station Sparks Public Outrage
A disturbing video of a 35-year-old man brandishing a knife and confronting police officers outside the Hillbrow police station has ignited widespread debate about public safety and police readiness after it went viral on the social media platform X on Friday. The three-minute-and-twelve-second clip, recorded by bystanders in the early hours of the morning, had… Continue reading Knife Drama at Hillbrow Station Sparks Public Outrage
Disbanded KZN SACP PEC Ropes In Lawyers to Fight Central Committee Decision in Court
The disbanded Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) of the South African Communist Party (SACP) in KwaZulu-Natal has turned to lawyers to overturn the Central Committee’s (CC) decision. The provincial structure has since roped in Modidima Mannya Attorneys to challenge the matter internally with the CC, stating that it will seek redress in the country’s courts if… Continue reading Disbanded KZN SACP PEC Ropes In Lawyers to Fight Central Committee Decision in Court
Police and Experts Warn Public to Stay Vigilant
As South Africa enters the festive season, crime experts are raising an alarm over the increased risks faced by citizens travelling and celebrating during this busy period. The festive season, traditionally marked by bonus payouts, stokvel collections, and heightened travel to visit family and loved ones, is also a time when criminal activity such as… Continue reading Police and Experts Warn Public to Stay Vigilant
30 Foreign Nationals Intercepted at OR Tambo
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has uncovered what appears to be growing and coordinated human trafficking and irregular migration networks operating through OR Tambo International Airport. The latest interceptions carried out on 11 December 2025 have renewed concerns about South Africa’s exposure to transnational criminal groups that continue to exploit weaknesses in the aviation and… Continue reading 30 Foreign Nationals Intercepted at OR Tambo
Malema Faces Backlash Over GNU Remarks
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has come under fire from South Africans after confirming on Thursday that his party is ready to join the Government of National Unity (GNU). Speaking at a press briefing, Malema said the only obstacle preventing the EFF from entering the GNU is African National Congress (ANC) secretary-general Fikile… Continue reading Malema Faces Backlash Over GNU Remarks