The State has argued against a non-custodial sentence for Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema, saying his conduct warrants direct imprisonment following his conviction under the Firearms Control Act. During sentencing proceedings at the KuGompo City Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, State prosecutor Joel Cesar told the court that Malema,
Following Banyana Banyana’s 1–0 friendly victory over Algeria in Durban, coach Desiree Ellis has shared insights into the team’s performance as preparations continue for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco this July. Ellis highlighted improvements in the team’s attacking play, particularly in creating opportunities in the final third,
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran politician and peace negotiator Roelf Meyer as South Africa’s next ambassador to the United States, replacing Ebrahim Rasool, who was declared persona non grata in 2025 after criticising US President Donald Trump’s administration. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed that Meyer will assume his duties
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has called for broader public participation in shaping South Africa’s draft History curriculum, following growing debate and criticism surrounding its content. The draft curriculum, currently open for public comment, stems from a process initiated in 2019, when former minister Angie Motshekga appointed a task team
The Steenberg Community Policing Forum (CPF) has applauded a recent period of calm in the broader Muizenberg region. Areas such as Lavender Hill, Overcome Heights, Vrygrond, and Seawinds have recently been affected by gang-related gun violence. Lavender Hill ranks among the 13 areas with the highest number of gang-related homicides
“We condemn the continued export of South African coal to Israel at a time when South Africa has placed evidence before the International Court of Justice of genocide against the Palestinian people.” This is according to the South African Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) Coalition. The statement comes after the International
In response to a complaint on Nontulo Street, New Cross, the South African Police Service (SAPS) discovered the bodies of a male and a female inside a residence. Both victims had sustained multiple gunshot wounds to the head and upper body. Colonel Andrè Traut stated, “A third male victim was
Oil markets remain under pressure as tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping routes for global crude supplies. Analysts warn that while neither the United States nor Iran has a clear legal right to block the waterway, any disruption could have serious consequences
The Public Servants Association has welcomed the release of the Protected Disclosure Bill 2026, describing it as a significant step towards strengthening protections for whistleblowers. Union spokesperson Claude Naicker said the proposed legislation would enhance transparency, accountability, and the rule of law, while offering greater protection to workers who expose
VOC became the first Muslim radio station in South Africa when a special events license was granted to the station in Ramadan/January 1995. Subsequent temporary broadcast licenses were granted, permitting the station to broadcast for 24 hours.
