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Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announce a new reform system that will allow metro municipalities to access additional funds from the National Treasury

Kouthar Sambo 2 October 2025

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a new reform system that will allow metro municipalities to access additional funds from the National Treasury upon meeting specific performance targets. The initiative forms part of a broader state budget reform aimed at reducing wasteful expenditure. Godongwana noted that, in the absence of tax

Groenewald warns against parole to ease prison overcrowding

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 2 October 2025

Correctional Services Minister Pieter Groenewald has cautioned against granting parole solely as a means to reduce overcrowding in South Africa’s prisons. Responding to a parliamentary question, Groenewald revealed concerning figures showing that more than 18,000 parolees reoffended over the past three years. Of these, 493 were accused of murder, while

Concerns raised around the spike in baby abandonment cases in the Western Cape

Ragheema Mclean 2 October 2025

With the cost of living soaring, raising a child has become increasingly difficult, particularly for young and impoverished mothers. Concerns are mounting on whether financial strain is contributing to a rise in baby abandonment, dumping, and neglect. In just one month, four babies have been abandoned in Cape Town, with

Ramaphosa demands release of South Africans abducted from Gaza Flotilla

Lee-Yandra Paulsen 2 October 2025

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on Israel to immediately release South Africans and other nationals detained during the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya confirmed that South African participants included Nkosi Zwelivelile “Mandla” Mandela, author Zukiswa Wanner, and activist Reaaz Moola. Confirmation is

U.S. President Donald Trump waits on Hamas’ response to the proposed plan by the U.S.

Kouthar Sambo 1 October 2025

Recent reports indicate that U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have publicly addressed a new peace agreement for Gaza. Hamas has stated that it is still evaluating the 20-point proposal, while Palestinian representatives contend that the plan disregards their rights and fails to address alleged Israeli

SA Ambassador to France Nathi Mthethwa has died

Aneeqa Du Plessis 1 October 2025

By Rachel Mohamed Condolences have been extended to the Mthethwa family following the tragic death of the South African Ambassador to France and former cabinet minister, Nathi Mthethwa. He reportedly died after falling or jumping from the 22nd floor of the Hyatt Hotel in Paris. The Department of International Relations

Africa4Palestine commends the Sumud Flotilla, describing it as “a courageous mission of conscience”

Kouthar Sambo 1 October 2025

The human rights organisation Africa4Palestine has issued a statement commending the Sumud Flotilla, describing it as “a courageous mission of conscience.” “We warn the Israeli regime: do not jeopardize the safety of those aboard this humanitarian flotilla. The international community is watching. Any attempts to attack, detain, or endanger civilians

SIU Report Reveals Massive Fraud at Tembisa Hospital, OUTA Calls for Accountability

Aneeqa Du Plessis 1 October 2025

By Rachel Mohamed Following the Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) findings into Tembisa Hospital, which uncovered coordinated syndicates responsible for looting over two billion rand, and the alleged involvement of Hangwani Morgan Maumela in the R1 billion catering tender at Northwest Hospital, Advocate Stephanie Fick, Executive Director of OUTA’s Accountability Division,

Flotilla delegates urge world leaders to end genocide in Gaza

Ragheema Mclean 1 October 2025

Global Sumud Flotilla delegates have vowed to remain committed to a peaceful humanitarian mission as they approach Gaza, despite facing aggressive naval activity and intimidation. The delegates called for protection under international law and urged global attention to the unlawful blockade of humanitarian aid and escalating hostilities in the region.

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