The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a warning ahead of a cold front expected to sweep across several parts of the country later this week. The Western Cape is expected to bear the brunt of the system, with rain and thundershowers forecast from Thursday. In recent weeks, Cape
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that 210,000 grant recipients failed to disclose additional sources of income during a nationwide screening process conducted in collaboration with registered credit bureaus. SASSA CEO Themba Matlou emphasized that the review forms part of the agency’s mandate to uphold the Social
The Fisher’s Movement for Change held a protest at Hout Bay Harbour on Monday, urging the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Dion George, to address irregularities within the fishing industry. This protest follows the organisation’s ongoing attempts to communicate its demands regarding the crisis facing fisheries. Approximately 60
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the establishment of a judicial commission of inquiry into explosive claims made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, alleging that the South African Police Service (SAPS) and elements of the judiciary have been infiltrated by a criminal syndicate. According to the President, the inquiry will
By Rachel Mohamed President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on a leave of absence as a judicial commission of inquiry investigates serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. In the interim, Professor Firoz Cachalia — a law professor at the University of the Witwatersrand and
President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on immediate leave of absence following serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. The commissioner accused Mchunu of political interference in police operations, links to criminal elements, and involvement in the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team in
The City of Cape Town’s plan to redevelop a section of the Athlone Stadium — specifically the overflow parking area located alongside Klipfontein Road — into a mixed-use development has drawn criticism from some local stakeholders, who argue it could negatively impact the stadium’s functionality and long-term future. According to
Residents of Hazendal and Bokmakierie are growing increasingly frustrated by ongoing electricity disruptions and sewage overflows — issues they say are being met with short-term fixes rather than sustainable, long-term solutions. While acknowledging the challenges posed by rampant cable theft and vandalism, community members argue that the City of Cape
The Department of Correctional Services has issued a public alert about a fraudulent scheme involving the impersonation of departmental spokesperson, Singabakho Nxumalo. According to the department, a scammer is using the TrueCaller app to contact individuals, soliciting money in exchange for learnership opportunities and uniforms. The department strongly condemns these
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.
