Koketso Phasha

Multimedia Intern Journalist

South African rights commissions launch inquiry into justice system failures after Omotoso verdict

Koketso Phasha|Published

Three constitutional bodies will launch inquiries into the justice system's handling of GBV cases following public outrage over the Timothy Omotoso acquittal. The ...

George Building Collapse: SA declares war on unsafe builders

Koketso Phasha|Published

Following the tragic Neo Victoria building collapse, Minister Thembi Simelane unveils stringent new measures aimed at ensuring only accredited builders can operate, ...

Gauteng Health MEC announces significant upgrades at Dr George Mukhari Hospital

Koketso Phasha|Published

Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko reveals vital upgrades at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital, including new ICU beds and advanced medical equipment, aimed ...

Minister vows accountability after Neo Victoria building collapse in Western Cape

Koketso Phasha|Published

Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has promised accountability after the Neo Victoria residential project collapse claimed 34 lives in the Western Cape. ...

Mamelodi Sundowns seek to secure CAF Champions League semi-final spot in Tunisia

Koketso Phasha|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns head to Tunisia with a 1-0 lead, determined to secure their place in the CAF Champions League semi-finals against ES Tunis.

Tragic fire claims two lives in New Rest-Egoli settlement, minister pledges aid

Koketso Phasha|Published

Minister Thembi Simelane expresses condolences to families of two victims lost in a tragic fire at New Rest-Egoli settlement, as emergency housing efforts begin. ...

Downs take 1-0 advantage to Tunisia in quest for second CAF Champions League trophy

Koketso Phasha|Published

With Mamelodi Sundowns poised to advance towards glory in the CAF Champions League, football fans worldwide are gearing up for an electrifying showdown

Mamelodi Sundowns announce historic mobile partnership

Koketso Phasha|Published

Mamelodi Sundowns FC makes history with its first-ever mobile partnership with Huawei, set to revolutionise fan engagement through cutting-edge technology and enhance ...

Watch VideoJoburg's new police chief, Themba Jaca pledges to tackle rising crime

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Newly appointed JMPD Chief Themba Patrick Jaca has pledged to make Johannesburg safe again during his inauguration ceremony. With plans to recruit 600 new officers ...

New JMPD Chief Patrick Jaca to be inaugurated on Thursday after position stayed vacant for five years

Koketso Phasha|Published

After operating without permanent leadership for over five years, the JMPD will inaugurate Patrick Jaca as its new Chief on Thursday.

Justice for Cwecwe | March against sexual assault in South African schools

Koketso Phasha|Published

Thousands marched to the Gauteng Department of Education, demanding justice for Cwecwe and calling for urgent measures to combat gender-based violence in schools. ...

We want justice, not speeches': Youth march against rampant sexual assault in schools

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Youth organisations marched to the Gauteng Department of Education offices on Tuesday to protest against rampant gender-based violence in South African schools. ...

Disaster relief | Minister Hlabisa allocates R1. 44 billion to rebuild flood-hit communities

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Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has announced a R1. 44 billion allocation to provinces for disaster relief following recent floods, winds and wildfires that have claimed ...

Gwarube calls for action against gender-based violence at Uyinene Mrwetyana Memorial Lecture amid calls for justice in Cwecwe's ...

Koketso Phasha|Published

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube linked the tragic 2019 murder of Uyinene Mrwetyana to the recent incident of rape at Cwecwe school. She emphasised that merely ...

Protect South Africa's women and children: Minister's plea at Uyinene memorial lecture

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Speaking at the Uyinene Mrwetyana Memorial Lecture, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube connected the 2019 UCT student murder to recent school rape cases, calling ...

Justice for Cwecwe: Nation calls for law enforcement to act with urgency

Hope Ntanzi , Koketso Phasha and Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Six months after seven-year-old Cwecwe was raped at Bergview College, the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation is demanding justice as officials revoke the school's license ...

SA aims to plant 10 million trees by 2030 with new 'One Employee, One Tree' initiative

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South Africa's ambitious 'One Employee, One Tree' initiative launched by Deputy Minister Swarts aims to plant 10 million trees by 2030, combating deforestation and ...

Youth and the economy: Reflecting on 30 years of challenges and opportunities

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At the forefront of the "Youth and the Economy" event, participants and officials grapple with the lingering issues of youth unemployment and shattered expectations. ...

Minister Chikunga unveils new tool to track gender-based violence in South Africa

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Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga has launched the 'Roots to Rise' campaign and a new National End GBVF Dashboard to track South Africa's progress in combating gender-based ...

South Africa's job market paradox | 12,000 new jobs but 91,000 annual losses revealed

Koketso Phasha|Published

Statistics South Africa's latest report reveals a complex employment landscape: a modest 12,000 job increase in Q4 2023, yet a concerning annual loss of 91,000 positions. ...

New biometric verification system to transform Home Affairs services from April

Hope Ntanzi and Koketso Phasha|Published

Home Affairs' new biometric verification system promises dramatically faster performance with less than 1% error rate, coming into effect on April 1 for private ...

New biometric verification system to transform Home Affairs services from April

Hope Ntanzi and Koketso Phasha|Published

Home Affairs' new biometric verification system promises dramatically faster performance with less than 1% error rate, coming into effect on April 1 for private ...

City Power connects seven informal settlements to Johannesburg's power grid

Koketso Phasha|Published

"City Power has successfully connected 2,675 households in seven informal settlements to the Johannesburg power grid, aiming to enhance access to electricity and ...

65 years later: Sharpeville Massacre shapes South Africa's human rights legacy

Koketso Phasha|Published

As South Africa marks the 65th anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, where 69 peaceful protesters lost their lives fighting against apartheid's pass laws, the ...

65 Years Later | Sharpeville Massacre shapes South Africa's Human Rights legacy

Koketso Phasha|Published

As South Africa marks the 65th anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, where 69 peaceful protesters lost their lives fighting against apartheid's pass laws, the ...