The Presidency has stated that South Africa has called on fellow G20 members to publicly express their views in rejecting the United States’ position questioning South Africa’s participation in the G20. Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said South Africa does not require invitations to attend G20 meetings and remains a full
South Africa is approaching its peak scam-risk season in five years, experiencing a significant increase in fraudulent calls, SMS scams, and impersonation efforts from November to January. As millions grab bonuses, shop online, and arrange year-end trips, scammers are taking advantage of the urgency and chaos to prey on individuals.
SANTACO Western Cape has launched a Festive Road Safety Activation at the Site-C Long Distance Taxi Rank in Khayelitsha as families across the country prepare to travel for the holidays. The initiative began on Thursday, under the theme Putting driver wellness first. The campaign focuses on ensuring that long-distance taxi
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has confirmed a breach in the 2025 National Senior Certificate exams. The incident involves 26 learners from seven schools in Pretoria who gained access to Mathematics, Physical Sciences and English Home Language papers before writing. The irregularity was first detected by markers during the current
National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi has firmly denied claims that she misrepresented the role of her adviser, David Broughton, in the high-profile Cato Manor racketeering case and matters involving former Crime Intelligence head Richard Mdluli. Batohi faced intense questioning during the Nkabinde inquiry, which is assessing the
The Grassy Park community is set to engage the City of Cape Town on the planned expansion of the Klip Road Cemetery. Residents are encouraged to attend the public meeting on Thursday, 11 December 2025, at Isaac Jacobs Hall from 6pm to 7:30pm. Ward 65 Councillor Donovan Nelson will outline
The City of Cape Town has unveiled a new high-tech, off-grid toilet system for residents of the OR Tambo Informal Settlement in Khayelitsha, marking a significant step toward improving sanitation in underserved communities. The installation features 27 full-flush toilets housed in three refurbished 12-metre shipping containers, offering a cleaner, more
The alleged killer of 14-year-old Alnika Mitchell has had his court matter postponed to next Thursday. The 35-year-old, Milosh Basson, made a brief appearance at the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday. He faces six charges, including the murder of Alnika, who was shot in the yard of her Kensington
As the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children draws to a close on Wednesday the Department of Social Development said that the newly declared national-disaster status of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) will help broaden support for survivors through improved shelter services, safe spaces, counselling,
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.
