Government Pushes for Daily Anti GBVF Effort

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga said all South Africans have a responsibility to challenge harmful behaviours and help build safer communities. Photo: DWYPD

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has called for a sustained nationwide effort to end Gender Based Violence and Femicide, saying the crisis demands daily vigilance and collective action from every sector of society. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Department said the country cannot rely on short-term campaigns and must… Continue reading Government Pushes for Daily Anti GBVF Effort

Hugo Broos Realistic About Bafana Bafana’s World Cup Chances

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos said the squad will face a tough challenge at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Photo: SAFA

The general consensus appears to be that Bafana Bafana are in a comfortable group for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana Bafana are placed in Group A alongside hosts Mexico and South Korea, while Denmark are favourites to win the play-offs and join this group. “It’s not an easy one. First of all, you have to… Continue reading Hugo Broos Realistic About Bafana Bafana’s World Cup Chances

SIU Secures Urgent Order in Eskom Tender Scandal

The Special Investigating Unit(SIU) has secured an urgent court order to freeze a Limpopo property and a vehicle. The assets are linked to individuals and companies implicated in an allegedly irregular Eskom tender. Photo: SIU

The Special Tribunal has granted the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) an urgent preservation order freezing a Limpopo property and a vehicle linked to individuals and companies implicated in an allegedly irregular Eskom tender. The order, issued by Justice Mavis Victor on 24 November 2025 under case number GP27/2025, aims to secure assets while the SIU… Continue reading SIU Secures Urgent Order in Eskom Tender Scandal

Pirates Coach Ouaddou Backs “President” Mofokeng to Deliver Title

The last time Orlando Pirates won a league title was in the 2011/12 season, achieving a top finish back-to-back. And for the past eight seasons, the Buccaneers have been watching Mamelodi Sundowns win it. Pirates, on the other hand, have become the cup kings, with seven titles to their name since 2022. However, the league… Continue reading Pirates Coach Ouaddou Backs “President” Mofokeng to Deliver Title

IFP Pushes Ahead With Preparations For 2026 Local Government Elections, Mum On Elective Conference

The IFP says it is preparing its branches for next year’s local government elections and voiced support for Ntuli. Photo: IFP

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), which is largely present in KwaZulu-Natal and in pockets of the Gauteng and Mpumalanga provinces, says it is pushing ahead with its preparations for next year’s local government elections. However, the Zulu ethno party is mum on elective conferences to elect new leaders from branches to the national level, as… Continue reading IFP Pushes Ahead With Preparations For 2026 Local Government Elections, Mum On Elective Conference

ActionSA Blames Parole Failures for Mass Killing

ActionSA said the Saulsville shooting exposes the government's "weak approach" to criminal justice and parole management, reiterating its position that serious offenders should not qualify for parole. Photo: ActionSA

ActionSA has raised alarm over revelations that one of the suspects linked to the mass killing of 12 people in Saulsville, west of Pretoria, is a recently released parolee. The party says the development exposes what it describes as the government’s “weak approach” to criminal justice and parole management. This follows confirmation by National Police… Continue reading ActionSA Blames Parole Failures for Mass Killing

Bafana Bafana Confirm Friendly With Ghana

Bafana Bafana and the Black Stars will clash on Tuesday, 16 December. Photo: Bafana Bafana

As part of their preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa will meet Ghana in a friendly to be played in Gauteng next week. Bafana Bafana and the Black Stars will clash on Tuesday, 16 December, and the venue will be announced in due course. “Coach Hugo Broos’ charges will host the West… Continue reading Bafana Bafana Confirm Friendly With Ghana

Mozambique’s Attorney-General Demands “Concrete Results” From SERNIC in Fight Against Kidnappings, Drug Trafficking and Corruption

ACCOUNTABILITY: The Attorney General of Mozambique, Américo Letela, has called for criminal accountability of those responsible for a series of road accidents that left 35 people dead on Monday. Photo: X

Mozambique’s Attorney-General, Américo Letela, has called for the National Criminal Investigation Service (SERNIC) to deliver measurable and concrete results in combating the country’s most serious crimes, warning that society will no longer accept “sporadic operations” or “minor investigative indications” as proof of progress. Speaking on Monday at the opening of the VIII Coordinating Council of… Continue reading Mozambique’s Attorney-General Demands “Concrete Results” From SERNIC in Fight Against Kidnappings, Drug Trafficking and Corruption

Rwandan Speaker Hails African Solidarity in Address to Mozambican Parliament

The Speaker of the Rwandan Chamber of Deputies, Gertrude Kazarwa, has praised the growing partnership between Rwanda and Mozambique, describing it as a model of African solidarity built on concrete action rather than rhetoric. Kazarwa delivered the remarks on Monday during a special session of the Plenary Assembly of Mozambique, as part of her official… Continue reading Rwandan Speaker Hails African Solidarity in Address to Mozambican Parliament

ANC Must Reconnect With Communities, Says Ramaphosa

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has told delegates at the party’s 5th NGC that the organisation must “go back to basics” to regain public confidence and reconnect with communities. Photo: ANC

African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa has told delegates at the party’s 5th National General Council (NGC) that the organisation must “go back to basics” to regain public confidence and reconnect with communities. Delivering his Political Overview at the Birchwood Conference Centre in Ekurhuleni on Monday, Ramaphosa said the ANC’s relevance depends on rebuilding… Continue reading ANC Must Reconnect With Communities, Says Ramaphosa

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