A Palestinian activist currently detained in a UK prison is experiencing worsening health conditions, including muscle spasms and respiratory difficulties, as her hunger strike surpasses 60 days. Prisoners for Palestine (P4P) reported that Heba Muraisi – detained for over a year due to her activism concerning Palestine – has completed
Fire crews in the Cape Winelands continue battling the Wemmershoek wildfire near Franschhoek, which originated in the Langrug area. Overnight flare-ups raised concerns, but rapid response by ground teams and aerial support helped contain them. Cape Winelands District Municipality spokesperson Anesca Roodt provided an update on the ongoing operations. “We
South Africa’s participation in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) faces uncertainty as the US House of Representatives passes the renewal bill, while concerns remain in the Senate over the country’s foreign policy and political positions. The renewal, supported by a strong bipartisan majority in the House, is seen
A Simon’s Town mosque, Noorul Islam Mosque, and nearby residents are voicing opposition to a planned boutique development, saying it could make access to the historic place of worship more difficult. The project is being led by Tintswalo, a company known for luxury hotels and resorts. While the community initially
The Madlanga Commission, established to investigate criminality, political interference, and corruption in South Africa’s criminal justice system, will resume public hearings on 26 January 2026. The Commission delivered its interim report to President Cyril Ramaphosa on 17 December 2025, three months after its first hearing in September. It will continue
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has used the 2025 Top Achievers’ Awards to highlight the critical role teachers play in driving academic excellence across the country. Speaking at the ceremony, Gwarube said strong academic results are built in classrooms long before learners enter an examination venue. “Teachers are the quiet
After multiple structures were destroyed by fire in the Dunoon area, Gift of the Givers deployed teams to provide assistance to those affected by the disaster. Gift of the Givers provides relief to victims “We are encountering residents returning from the Eastern Cape with their luggage, only to discover that
Heathfield High School principal Wesley Neumann, who was dismissed after refusing to reopen his school during the COVID-19 pandemic, has won his Labour Court battle for reinstatement. Neumann was accused of defying instructions from the Western Cape Education Department and faced multiple misconduct charges. After a lengthy legal process spanning
The National Investigation Task Team (NITT) has confirmed that the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination breach was limited to 40 learners across eight schools in Pretoria. “The breach involved a Department of Basic Education official whose child received and shared examination materials,” said NITT chairperson Professor Chika Sehoole. “It
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.
