Residents in Delft have raised concerns over a construction project they say is blocking access to their homes, citing fears over safety, emergency access, and a lack of proper consultation. The dispute centres on a church being built near Ngwenya Street, which residents claim will leave little to no space
The Department of Home Affairs has clarified that there has been no change to the status of Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders in South Africa, following confusion sparked by recent media reports. The reports stemmed from comments made by Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza during a television interview, where he suggested
Mitchells Plain is marking 50 years since its establishment, prompting reflection on its complex history and the experiences of families who were relocated there under apartheid-era planning. While the area was created as part of a broader system of forced removals, it has since grown into a vibrant community shaped
Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), was sentenced to five years in prison by the East London Magistrates Court earlier today. The sentence was immediately appealed. The court issued the sentence after Malema was found guilty in 2025 of breaching firearm regulations by discharging a rifle at
Local government has come under scrutiny after United States Marines were brought in to share elements of their fitness and training regimen with Metro Police cadets, in an effort that they describe as aimed at strengthening discipline and operational readiness. While the City of Cape Town has framed the engagement
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
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.
