Ethiopia Launches National Electric Mobility Roadmap for 2025–2030 to Accelerate Sustainable Transport
New strategy focuses on electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, local manufacturing, and green urban development EthiopiaREAD MORE
SIU Freezes Luxury Gauteng Property and Free State Farm in R532 Million EMS Tender Scandal
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has welcomed a Special Tribunal order freezing a luxury property in Gauteng and a farm in the Free State linked…
Reality Check: Why South Africa’s Crime Landscape Demands a New External Voice
The Gradient of Atmospheric Violence The quarterly drop in national murders is a testament to the tactical resilience of the SAPS, but it exposes a…
Top KZN Private Hospital Sued for Millions Over Alleged Medical Negligence After Civil Servant Dies While Giving Birth
The Laverna Private Hospital in Ladysmith in northern KwaZulu-Natal is being sued for alleged medical negligence that resulted in the death of a 35 year-old…
Home Affairs Unveils Biometric Verification System to Root Out Ghost Workers
The Department of Home Affairs has launched a powerful new digital verification platform aimed at helping the National Treasury crack down on ghost workers and…
Gavin Hunt Signs Stellenbosch FC Contract Extension
Premier Soccer League club Stellenbosch FC has announced that Head Coach Gavin Hunt has signed a contract extension with the Club that will see him…
Brown Mogotsi’s Bail Bid Delayed as State Probes Address, Alleges Bribery Attempt
The bail application of alleged political fixer Brown Mogotsi was postponed in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday, with prosecutors insisting they need more time…
Orlando Pirates Duo Claim Monthly PSL Awards
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed its final monthly award winners for May, with Abdeslam Ouaddou, Sipho Chaine and Bright Ndlovu recognised for their…
SAPS Ballistics Captain in Court: Laurence Makgotloe Case Postponed as Evidence Tampering Allegations Intensify
The case against SAPS forensic ballistics expert Captain Laurence Makgotloe has been postponed to 2 June 2026 for a formal bail application, following his brief…
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Orlando Pirates Duo Claim Monthly PSL Awards
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has confirmed its final monthly award winners for May, with Abdeslam Ouaddou, Sipho Chaine and Bright Ndlovu recognised for their outstanding performances following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.
The winners were selected by an independent panel of PSL-accredited journalists and broadcasters.
Ouaddou secured his third Betway Premiership Coach of the Month award after guiding Orlando Pirates through an unbeaten run of three wins and one draw in four matches. This strongREAD MORE
SAPS Ballistics Captain in Court: Laurence Makgotloe Case Postponed as Evidence Tampering Allegations Intensify
The case against SAPS forensic ballistics expert Captain Laurence Makgotloe has been postponed to 2 June 2026 for a formal bail application, following his brief appearance in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Monday. Makgotloe faces three serious charges, including defeating the ends of justice, being an accessory after the fact, and unlawful possession of ammunition.
His arrest last Friday was carried out by the Madlanga Commission’s Recommendations Task Team after an investigation linked him to alleged irregularities inREAD MORE
Africa Day: A Call for Unity, Accountability and a Corruption-Free Future
As Africans across the continent marked Africa Day on Monday, leaders, activists and civil society organisations used the occasion not only to celebrate the continent’s rich heritage and achievements, but also to reflect on the challenges threatening Africa’s future, including corruption, conflict, poverty and inequality.
In a statement commemorating the day, NOT IN MY NAME International called on Africans to embrace unity, accountability and ethical leadership as the continent continues its push for social and economic progress.
ActionSA Wants Hawks Probe Into Charlotte Maxeke Fire Repair Scandal
ActionSA has called for a criminal investigation into the controversial repair project at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, following a scathing report by the Public Protector that uncovered alleged maladministration, financial irregularities and project management failures linked to the hospital’s reconstruction after the devastating 2021 fire.
On Monday, ActionSA Member of Parliament Dr Kgosi Letlape confirmed the party would formally request the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, commonly known as the Hawks, to launch an inquiry into theREAD MORE
SANParks Tightens Security After Couple Killed Near Mozambique Border
The brutal killing of two elderly tourists in the remote northern reaches of the Kruger National Park has shaken South Africa’s tourism and conservation sectors, with authorities describing the attack as an unprecedented tragedy in the park’s 100-year history.
Police have now confirmed the identities of the victims as Ernst and Dina Marais, a couple from Mossel Bay, whose bodies were discovered on Friday, 22 May, in the Pafuri region near Crooks Corner, an isolated area where theREAD MORE
Ronwen Williams Thanks Mamelodi Sundowns for the Criticism
Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has paid a glowing tribute to the club, especially the fans, who kept them on their toes on the way to winning the 2025/26 CAF Champions League title.
Sundowns completed a 2-1 aggregate win against Moroccan side FAR Rabat on Sunday to win their second Champions League title.
The first leg ended 1-0 to Sundowns in Pretoria before the two teams played to a 1-1 draw in Rabat on Sunday. Williams wasREAD MORE
Mamelodi Sundowns are Champions of Africa
Mamelodi Sundowns have won the CAF Champions League for the second time after holding FAR Rabat to a 1-1 draw in the second leg of the final in Morocco on Sunday night.
The South African side completed a 2-1 aggregate victory at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Sunday, adding to their first-leg 1-0 win in Pretoria last week.
Mohamed Hrimat gave FAR Rabat hope from the penalty spot in the 40th minute, but Teboho Mokoena’s superb strikeREAD MORE
FAR Rabat, Mamelodi Sundowns Battle for R100 Million
The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the CAF Champions League 2025/26 campaign when Morocco’s FAR Rabat host Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa in the second leg of this season’s decider in Rabat on Sunday (kick-off 20h00 local time / 19h00 GMT), with record prize money on offer and the prestige of being named the continent’s best club.
With Sundowns carrying a slender 1-0 advantage from last weekend’s first leg in Pretoria, it is everything toREAD MORE
Photo Exhibition Highlights China-Kenya Cooperation in Biodiversity Conservation
NAIROBI, May 24 (Xinhua) — A photo exhibition was launched on Friday in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital, highlighting the importance of strengthening China-Kenya cooperation in biodiversity conservation.
Timed to coincide with the International Day for Biological Diversity, observed annually on May 22, the exhibition runs under the theme “Enchanted Encounters: From China’s Yellow Sea Wetlands to African Savannas.”
The exhibition drew senior government officials, diplomats, industry leaders, scholars, and cultural enthusiasts, and features images showcasing China’s rich naturalREAD MORE
Orlando Pirates Become South African Champions
Soweto giants Orlando Pirates have won South Africa’s Premier Soccer League (PSL) title for the first time in 14 years.
The Buccaneers were crowned champions on Saturday following a 2-0 win over Orbit College at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga.
Pirates ended the season with 69 points, just one ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns, who had dominated the league for eight straight seasons.
Bucs coach Abdelsam Ouaddou reflected on their success, but hinted he may not beREAD MORE