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Former British Ambassador arrested under suspicion of misconduct in public office!

Former British Ambassador to the United States, Lord Peter Mandelson, has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police in London on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Mandelson made headlines last year following the release of convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday book by the United States Department of

Cape Town to Commemorate 516th Anniversary of Battle of Salt River

A series of events will be held in Cape Town this week to mark the 516th anniversary of the Battle of Salt River, which took place on 1 March 1510. The commemorations will conclude with the 11th Annual Victory Parade through the Cape Town CBD. The programme forms part of

NHI Rollout Paused as Legal Challenge Heads to ConCourt

President Cyril Ramaphosa has agreed to delay the proclamation of certain sections of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act following legal challenges concerning the public participation process. The decision follows consultations with Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi and comes as the matter heads to the Constitutional Court of South Africa, where

Public Confidence in Justice System Plummets to 4 out of 100

Action Society has released its first Criminal Justice Trust Indicator, revealing that public confidence in South Africa’s criminal justice system stands at just 4 out of 100. The findings point to widespread perceptions of delays, poor communication, a lack of accountability, and a belief that offenders face few consequences. The

SIU Uncovers Identity Fraud Network, Expert Warns of Deeper Corruption

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), in collaboration with Interpol, has uncovered a significant identity fraud network involving the abuse of South African passports and refugee applications. Acting SIU head Leonard Lekgetho stated that officials allegedly manipulated photographs and biometric data to fraudulently secure residency permits, exposing serious vulnerabilities within the

A mass iftar is set to take place in Bo-Kaap on 27th February 2026

The streets of Bo-Kaap will be filled with various locals from the Mother City who will be gathering to share a meal with their neighbors during the yearly mass iftaar (breaking fast) on 27 February 2026. The purpose of the iftar is to foster social unity among communities and religions,

A fire recently ripped through a home in Georga Crescent, Colorado Park

A fire recently tore through a home in Georgia Crescent, Colorado Park, resulting in the loss of significant valuables. Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson Jermaine Carelse said crews received a call reporting a house ablaze at around 09:35. Firefighters from the Mitchells Plain, Ottery and Gugulethu fire stations were dispatched

South Africans alleges they were deceived into combatting for Russia in Ukraine and report racist mistreatment by Russian officials

South Africans who allege they were deceived into fighting for Russia in Ukraine report experiencing racist mistreatment by Russian officials. According to recent reports, four of the men returned home this weekend, recounting experiences they claim were traumatic and for which they were unprepared. They assert they were dispatched to

COSATU Urges Government to Strengthen Relief for Poor and Unemployed Ahead of Budget

Union federation COSATU is urging the government and National Treasury to do more for South Africa’s poor and unemployed in Wednesday’s National Budget. COSATU spokesperson Matthew Parks emphasised the need to increase the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant to align with the food poverty line, and to expand the

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