Minister of Higher Education Nobuhle Nkabane has faced increased pressure as numerous organisations, including political parties and student organisations, have called for the minister to be fired. Student organisations noted that the minister’s unfulfilled promises and her failed attempts to appoint ANC-aligned individuals to the Sector Education and Training Authority’s
Gender expert, Doctor Lisa Vetten, has testified at the Judicial Service Commission’s (JSC) tribunal hearing of Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge as the Commission investigates the allegations that the judge president had harassed a court secretary by relentlessly requesting nude photos from the court secretary, Andiswa Mengo. In her
Iran has expressed deep scepticism over the sustainability of the US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, following a deadly 12-day conflict that resulted in significant casualties on both sides. Iran’s top military official warned that the country is prepared to deliver a strong response if Israel resumes its attacks. This warning comes
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, has stated that unlocking greater private investment for sustainable development requires governments and development institutions to prioritise improved governance and regulatory certainty. He emphasised the need to simplify investment-related regulations, reduce bureaucratic red tape, and maintain long-term policy consistency to build investor
The latest Household Affordability Index by the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group has highlighted a concerning increase in the cost of essential food items in South Africa. According to the report, the prices of zero-rated foods have risen by 4.1% over the past year, with staple goods such as
The Democratic Alliance’s (DA) decision to withdraw from the upcoming National Dialogue has placed renewed strain on South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), raising questions about the coalition’s stability just over a year into its formation. The National Dialogue, set to begin on 15 August, was initially billed as
Local government has confirmed that Western Cape dam levels have increased by 10% following recent rainfall, offering much-needed relief to the region. The increase follows two cold fronts that affected parts of the province last month, bringing heavy rainfall. Department spokesperson Ntombizanele Bila-Mupariwa said, “This week’s hydrological report showed that
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has officially launched its first-ever e-Recruitment drive, aiming to fill 5,500 police trainee positions across the country. The online application window is now open and will run until 18 July 2025. SAPS spokesperson Amanda van Wyk said this new digital platform is designed to
By Rachel Mohamed The Muslim Judicial Council (MJC-SA) recently met with His Excellency Mansour Shakib Mehr, the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to South Africa. They held a closed strategic session in Cape Town with notable geopolitical analyst Sami Hamdi. According to the MJC, these high-level and strategic
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.
