Constitutional Court rules husbands can now take their wives’ surnames
The Constitutional Court has delivered a landmark ruling, invalidating a long-standing law that prevented husbands from taking their wives' surnames.
The Constitutional Court has delivered a landmark ruling, invalidating a long-standing law that prevented husbands from taking their wives' surnames.
Zuko Komisa Image | Steve Biko | sahistory.org The National Prosecuting Authority has reopened the inquest into the 1977 death of anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko, a decision long sought by his family and human rights groups. Biko, the founder of the Black Consciousness Movement, died in police custody after being tortured, with the apartheid government's claim of a hunger strike widely discredited. The move is part of the NPA's broader […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @kayanews/X Protests over chronic water supply issues have led to road closures in Westbury, Johannesburg, as frustrated residents demand action. The Johannesburg Metro Police Department has urged motorists to avoid several routes in the area where a heavy police presence is monitoring the situation. The water-related problems, which also affect Westdene and Claremont, are not new, with some residents claiming they have been ongoing for years. […]
Enhle has just announced that she is the new face of Carlton Hair SA. Zuko Komisa Image | @enhlembali_/Instagram The South African actress and entrepreneur Enhle Mbali is celebrating a new career milestone, having been named the official brand ambassador for leading salon chain, Carlton Hair SA. Beyond her new ambassadorship, Enhle Mbali is a highly respected figure in the South African entertainment industry. The award-winning actress has starred in […]
Zuko Komisa Picture: Facebook/SASSA SASSA's Johannesburg local office has been temporarily closed from Monday, 15 September 2025, due to "operational challenges" following the arrest of eight officials on fraud charges. The agency has redeployed staff to satellite points and outreach locations across Johannesburg to ensure continued service delivery to beneficiaries. SASSA stated the closure is part of its commitment to "zero-tolerance" against malfeasance and to restore public confidence by enhancing […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @Eskom_SA/X Eskom has launched its first fleet of 20 electric vehicles (EVs), marking a major step towards a sustainable, low-carbon transport future for South Africa. The initiative includes plans to deploy an additional 100 EVs and install 55 public charging stations over the next two years, with the goal of electrifying its entire fleet by 2035. This move is part of Eskom's broader strategy to support […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @@Kahlissee/X South Africa's government has denounced an Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, as an "illegal" and "unprovoked" attack that constitutes a "blatant violation of international law." The strike on a residential building, which killed several Hamas members and a Qatari security officer, came as Qatar was mediating a potential ceasefire in Gaza. The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has also condemned the attack, noting Qatar's positive […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @kayanews/X Seven Chinese nationals have been sentenced to 20 years each in prison for human trafficking, child labour, and other related offences in Johannesburg. The convictions stem from a 2020 raid on a factory where 37 Malawian nationals, including minors, were found working in appalling conditions after being smuggled into the country in shipping containers. The victims were subjected to forced labour, unlawful wage deductions, and […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @KayaNews /X A police constable in Pretoria held his family hostage for 15 hours before the standoff ended in a tragic double fatality. The armed officer took his own life, and his 18-year-old nephew was also found dead from gunshot wounds. The incident has raised serious questions about the mental health support available to officers within the South African Police Service. A 15-hour hostage standoff in […]