Bulelwa Hoala Image: SAPoliceService on X The South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched a manhunt for a man in connection with the murder of a 30-year-old Olorato Mongale, who was found dead after going on a date with him on Sunday, 25 May 2025. The SAPS says investigations have revealed that the African male suspect goes by the pseudonym "John", and drives a VW Polo fitted with the cloned […]
Katlego Sekhu Image | @EFFSouthAfrica /X Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has proposed an increase in South Africa’s general fuel levy, which will result in higher petrol and diesel prices and may trigger a knock-on effect on the cost of goods and services across the country. Announced during his 2025 Budget Speech, the increase marks the first adjustment to the general fuel levy since 2022. Effective Wednesday, 4 June, the […]
Bulelwa Hoala Image: @hot1027fm on Instagram South African radio broadcaster Darren Scott has died after a long battle with cancer. He was 61 years old. According to a statement released by his employer, Hot 102.7 FM, Scott died on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, after he was diagnosed with stage 4 malignant melanoma. “It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of a Hot 1027 radio legend. […]
Zuko Komisa Image: Nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/ The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the payment schedule for social grants for June 2025. Beneficiaries can expect payments to commence on Monday, 3 June 2025. The payment dates are as follows: Older Persons Grant: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 Disability Grant: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 Children's and All Other Grants: Thursday, June 5, 2025 https://www.kaya959.co.za/news/government-gazette-issued-to-ease-b-bbee-licensing-requirements-for-satellite-service-companies-such-as-starlink-in-sa/ Grant recipients have the flexibility to receive […]
Zuko Komisa Image | Adobe Stock A 38-year-old Bethlehem man has been convicted and sentenced in the Bethlehem Magistrate’s Court for the sexual grooming of his 14-year-old stepdaughter. The conviction follows a detailed investigation by the South African Police Service (SAPS) that began in 2023. The case came to light after the victim's mother reported allegations of sexual abuse. Sergeant Frans Mofokeng led the investigation, which revealed that the suspect […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @mirriamp/ X South Africa mourns the passing of Mme Gertrude Shope, a revered struggle icon whose life was a testament to the nation's fight for freedom and justice. Parliament's Presiding Officers expressed profound sadness at the loss of a woman described as principled, pioneering, and a fearless voice for justice. Following the historic democratic elections in 1994, Ma-Shope, as she was affectionately known, became a pivotal […]
Zuko Komisa Image | GCIS Communications Minister Solly Malatsi has unveiled a proposed policy direction aimed at providing alternatives to South Africa's existing Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) ownership requirements in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector. The move seeks to attract international investment, including major players like SpaceX's Starlink, which has been unable to launch due to current regulations. Currently, the Electronic Communications Act (ECA) mandates that entities seeking […]
Zuko Komisa Gauteng is set to relaunch its Nasi Ispani jobs program in June, aiming to create 32,000 Assistant Teacher positions. Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced the initiative on Thursday, emphasizing its focus on youth employment and bolstering the education sector. Lesufi addressed criticisms from opposition parties, including the Democratic Alliance (DA) and ActionSA, who have questioned the mass recruitment program since its initial 2023 launch and characterized it as a […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @motor1.com The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced a recall for certain 2024 Ford Ranger models due to a critical safety defect. The issue stems from a potentially faulty front lower control arm (FLCA) that could compromise vehicle handling and increase the risk of an accident. According to the NCC, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa informed them of the recall. The problem lies with the […]
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