Simon Majadibodu

Junior Multimedia Journalist

Soweto mom wants answers as probe begins into Grade R son’s school death

Anita Nkonki and Simon Majadibodu|Published

Soweto community seeks answers as GDE launches investigation into Grade R boy’s death

Four children discharged, one remains critical after suspected food poisoning in Eastern Cape

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Seven children fell ill in Msintsi, near WS Fort Jackson, on Saturday. Four have been discharged in good health, one remains hospitalised, and tragically, two did ...

Two children dead, five hospitalised in Eastern Cape suspected food poisoning

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Two children have died and five others are receiving treatment in hospital after suspected food poisoning in the Eastern Cape, health authorities said.

Durban shopkeeper arrested after he allegedly lured girl, 8, and kissed her

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A Durban shopkeeper faces arrest after allegedly molesting an eight-year-old girl who went to buy snacks.

Heat, hunger and hope: Inside Home Affairs queues across SA

Brandon Nel , Simon Majadibodu , Wendy Dondolo and Xolile Mtembu|Published

An IOL investigation across nine Home Affairs branches reveals persistent long queues and delays, despite online booking systems and promises of improved service. ...

'I loved leading the DA': Steenhuisen bows out, calls tenure ‘mission accomplished’

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

DA leader John Steenhuisen has pulled out of the party’s leadership contest.

UPDATE | Joburg student and security guards suffer severe burns in transformer explosion

Simon Majadibodu|Published

A student and three security guards sustained third-degree burns following a fire at a student residence in New Doornfontein on Monday morning.

Inside DA's turmoil: Steenhuisen clash sparks Dion George’s departure

Manyane Manyane and Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Former Environment Minister Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance and Parliament, accusing party leader John Steenhuisen of financial misconduct ...

DA civil war explodes as Dion George walks out after bitter fallout with Steenhuisen

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Former Environment Minister Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance and Parliament, accusing party leader John Steenhuisen of financial misconduct ...

DJ Warras murder: Police say arrest of murder suspect’s girlfriend and alleged shooter imminent

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

The investigating officer in the DJ Warras murder case revealed in court that police are closing in on the alleged shooter and plan to arrest the girlfriend of murder ...

‘Here he is’: Victor Majola allegedly pointed out DJ Warras moments before the fatal shooting

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

A man accused of arranging the killing of DJ Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras, allegedly identified him to a gunman moments before he was shot dead, a ...

South Africa debates 30% pass mark as 2025 matric results are released

Masabata Mkwananzi and Simon Majadibodu|Updated

As South Africa prepares for the release of the 2025 matric results, Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube celebrates top achievers while BOSA's Mmusi Maimane demands ...

City of Ekurhuleni warns of fines as New Year fireworks rules enforced

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Ekurhuleni authorities have issued a stern warning to residents and businesses, announcing hefty fines for the illegal sale and use of fireworks during New Year ...

Madlanga Commission must force change: Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

KZN provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says he is confident the final Madlanga Commission report will deliver practical solutions ...

MK Party rejects proposed 4.1% pay rise for public office bearers as ‘morally indefensible’

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party has rejected a proposed 4.1% salary increase for public office bearers, calling it unjustifiable and morally indefensible as millions ...

Christmas behind bars: Court denies bail for Limpopo musician Shebeshxt

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Controversial Shebeshxt, a Limpopo lekompo star, will remain in custody during the festive season after the Polokwane Magistrate's Court denied him bail on serious ...

Injury in KZN Legislature amid fierce political dispute over no-confidence vote

Simon Majadibodu|Published

On Monday, an MK Party MPL was injured and taken to the hospital after a motion of no confidence against Premier Thami Ntuli failed, sparking clashes between opposition ...

Mantashe shuts down ANC top job speculation: ‘I’m too old, not available and retiring soon’

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Gwede Mantashe, the chairperson of the ANC, says he is too old to run for the party's top spot and will soon retire.

Loyiso Masuku elected first female ANC Johannesburg chair as Morero defeated

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Loyiso Masuku has been elected the first female ANC Johannesburg regional chair, defeating outgoing chairperson and city mayor Dada Morero at the party’s elective ...

Gauteng MEC criticises parents who drive luxury cars while avoiding school fees

Masabata Mkwananzi and Simon Majadibodu|Published

Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has criticised parents who refuse to pay school fees at fee-paying schools while spending large sums on transport, school trips ...

Five individuals, including Nonkululeko Mantula of SAfm, were remanded due to Russian military recruitment

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

The Kempton Park Magistrate's Court heard the case of five suspects accused of violating the Regulation of Foreign Military Assistance Act; their bail hearing was ...

MK Party demands increased security after MP Vusi Shongwe hijacked

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) Party has called for increased security for members of Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee after its MP, Vusi Shongwe, was hijacked on Wednesday. ...

Organised crime wearing designer suits, fueled by greed, says Cachalia | Crime Stats

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Acting police minister Firoz Cachalia has warned that organised crime networks are infiltrating state institutions while posing as legitimate businesspeople.

MK Party Breaks Silence: Why Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla really resigned as MP

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

The MK Party says Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla was not forced to resign as a member of Parliament.

MK Party's Busisiwe Mkhwebane considering running for mayor of Johannesburg

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Busisiwe Mkhwebane, a former Public Protector Advocate and member of the MK Party, has stated that she is interested in running for mayor of Johannesburg. She claims ...