Kruger returns to its owners
Historic deal sees communities set to gain from sche signed with SANParks
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ANCWL buddies turn against Tolashe
The ANC Women’s League is expected to remove its president as internal tension rises over the party’s harsh treatment of women compared with how they treat the men
Sibanyoni granted bail as NPA revives extortion case
Taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni and his co-accused were granted bail after the National Prosecuting Authority re-enrolled a R2.2-million extortion and money laundering case that was previously struck off the roll amid controversy over a prosecutor’s absence
Ghana repatriates 300 citizens from SA
The rare voluntary state-assisted return for Ghanaians, which comes amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment, has sparked debate on xenophobia, migration policy and precedent
eThekwini CFO defends spouse’s cushy job with city
‘The employee is experienced and was appointed based on merit,’ says Mnguni
Reserve Bank hikes interest rate for first time since 2023 as oil shock, inflation risks mount
South African Reserve Bank raises interest rate to 7%, warning that oil shocks, food inflation and global instability could drive prices higher
MK chief whip granted R30 000 in fraud case
In October, when the ‘M&G’ first released the story that Mmabatho Mokoena-Zondi had been allegedly soliciting 50% to 60% of staff salaries, claiming it was meant for Zuma, she described the allegations as ‘rumours and lies’
Royal house tensions deepen after removal of King Misuzulu’s key aides
KwaZulu-Natal parties warn that turmoil over King Misuzulu’s staff changes and alleged political interference could damage the AmaZulu royal house
376 000 new voters register via online portal, says electoral commission
The IEC launched “Beats for My Peeps” election edutainment programme which will air on SABC1 on 3 June at 18:00 to encourage youth voter participation
ANC NWC resolve to show Tolashe the door
The decisions follows the working committee’s meeting on monday where it resolved that Tolashe should resign as an MP and the president of the ANC’s woman league
Eswatini’s oil reserve gamble
Eswatini has signed a $300 million agreement with Taiwan to build a massive strategic oil reserve but the project is raising difficult questions in a country battling deepening poverty, soaring unemployment and allegations of elite enrichment
Ramaphosa takes Phala Phala report to court in bid to block impeachment process
The president has launched a high court bid to overturn the 2022 Phala Phala panel report as parliament moves towards an impeachment committee
Mbalula warns ANC veterans against public criticism
Secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has warned senior ANC veterans, including Thabo Mbeki, against publicly criticising the party, while defending the ANC’s record during Jacob Zuma’s presidency and asserting his authority at Luthuli House
Mashaba: ActionSA “would celebrate” Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma as eThekwini mayoral candidate
Herman Mashaba says ActionSA would “embrace” a possible mayoral candidacy by Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma in eThekwini, as the party sharpens its focus on undocumented foreigners ahead of November’s local government elections
‘Brown Mogotsi attempted to bribe me’, says investigating officer
Investigating officer Alfred Ondendaal said Mogotsi asked if there was anything he could do for leniency during his bail application
eThekwini corruption scrutiny could hurt ANC in November elections, analysts warn
The ANC faces mounting political pressure in eThekwini after municipal leaders were grilled by Parliament’s Scopa over R6.4 billion in irregular expenditure, governance failures and corruption allegations. Analysts warn the fallout could weaken the party before the local government elections in November
Manamela’s digital bet: Can SA’s higher education system survive the revolution under way?
Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela says South Africa must urgently adapt its education and training system to artificial intelligence, automation and digital transformation as the country confronts a “workforce-transition capacity problem”
UAE ramps up African infrastructure investment as Gulf states compete for trade influence
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development is accelerating oversight of large road projects in Togo, Madagascar and Nigeria as Gulf states expand strategic infrastructure investments across Africa amid rising geopolitical tension and global trade disruptions
The VW Transporter: Built like the Ford Tourneo but not better
Ford’s VW Transporter might have the same vibe as the Tourneo Custom on the road but it’s not as practical on the inside
How to know whether to buy or rent
The same property in different cities will give you different outcomes. Here’s what to consider:
Nearly new or brand new? What SA’s cheapest cars are worth after a year
Some entry-level models lose thousands early, while others remain close to their new car price
Whale strike risk rises as shipping surges off SA coast
Scientists warn that increasing global shipping traffic rerouted around the Cape of Good Hope is intensifying overlap with whale habitats off South Africa’s west coast, raising the risk of vessel strikes
ANC opens door to public in mayoral candidate search
The ANC has opened mayoral nominations to the public, allowing non-members to apply or be nominated as it reshapes its candidate selection process ahead of the local elections
Emberton placed under scrutiny
The NPA is close to making a decision on possible charges in a probe involving SA Steel Mills and allegations of questionable cross-border transactions linked to the company
Madlanga’s swift brand of justice
Police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi is among a growing list of figures facing criminal charges linked to investigations associated with the Madlanga Commission, fuelling comparisons with the slower prosecutorial fallout of the Zondo era
Paying more for less power
Citizens are paying far more for electricity despite using less of it, as rising tariffs, fixed monthly charges and municipal costs reshape household bills and intensify affordability pressures
DA, IFP clash over MEC’s face on KZN state water tankers
The DA has accused KZN Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi of using state-owned water tankers for political branding after images of his face appeared on the vehicles, deepening tension in the province’s coalition government
Penny Penny joins Mayibuye as party gears up for local polls
The Xitsonga musician resigned as an uMkhonto weSizwe Party MP on Friday, citing internal conflict before joining Afrika Mayibuye Movement
Consumers face double blow as inflation rises and rate fears return
South Africans could face rising living and borrowing costs after inflation accelerated to 4% in April, with economists warning that fuel-driven global price shocks — not domestic demand — are complicating the South African Reserve Bank’s interest rate outlook
Mbalula: ‘I don’t care about your support. I won’t be blackmailed for 2027’
Speaking at the West Rand regional conference, the ANC secretary-general defended his leadership, rejected factional pressure and called for an end to corruption, factionalism and ‘tender politics’ in the party
Gaza, philanthropy and power: Dis-Chem drawn into online political storm
Calls to boycott Dis-Chem are intensifying after major shareholder Mark Saltzman attacked journalist Redi Tlhabi over Gaza on social media. The confrontation has sparked wider debate around corporate neutrality, philanthropy, Zionism, public accountability and South Africa’s solidarity with Palestinians
Constitutional Court ‘overburdened and undercapacitated’, says Freedom Under Law
In its new report, Freedom Under Law says the caseload of the apex court has tripled, leading to delayed judgments that negatively affect public confidence in the judiciary
