In a low-key ceremony, South Africa formally transfers the G20 presidency to the US

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

South Africa officially transferred the G20 presidency to the United States in a low-key ceremony at Dirco offices, despite ongoing diplomatic tensions over US representation ...

Vodacom and Nkosana Makate settle 'Please Call Me' saga out of court

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

After nearly twenty years of legal battles that started in 2001, Vodacom and Nkosana Makate have reached a settlement regarding the Please Call Me feature.

A man from Gauteng was given four life sentences for impregnating a 13-year-old girl who had cancer and giving her HIV

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

For raping a 13-year-old girl who was battling cancer and infecting her with HIV, a 47-year-old man was given four life sentences.

After working at the family lodge without a pay, the wife who signed the antenuptial agreement wants a share of the estate ...

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

Following years of providing for her husband and running their family home without receiving a salary, a divorcing woman tries to modify her claim to a portion of ...

Rubben Mohlaloga, a former MP, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for defrauding R6 million

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

For his part in defrauding a fund intended to empower underprivileged farmers, former MP and Portfolio Committee on Agriculture Chairperson Rubben Mohlaloga has ...

A report by the Public Protector shows that AmaPanyaza were used unlawfully

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Learn about the Public Protector's report on Gauteng's unlawful use of AmaPanyaza, as Premier Panyaza Lesufi outlines plans for retraining and disbandment.

Amid accusations of corruption, police raid Brown Mogotsi's North West business location

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

In the course of a major investigation into allegations of corruption connected to the South African Police Services, police raided the Mahikeng home of businessman ...

Education Minister Gwarube expedites education assistant stipends after criticism

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Thousands of assistant teachers breathe a sigh of relief as Minister Siviwe Gwarube announces the resumption of vital stipend payments, resolving a crisis that has ...

Former Umzimkhulu municipal manager Zweliphansi Skhosana denied bail in high-profile murder case of Sindiso Magaqa

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Zweliphansi Stanley Skhosana has been denied bail as he faces serious charges, including murder and conspiracy, linked to the assassination of ANC Youth League Secretary ...

KZN Police Commissioner launches R5 million defamation lawsuit against investigator Paul O'Sullivan

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is suing forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan for R5 million over defamation claims.

A fraudulent lawyer jailed for 20 years for defrauding victims of more than R1 million

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A North West man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for defrauding unsuspecting victims at least over R1 million while masquerading as a lawyer.

Court dismisses Mthokoziseni Maphisa's attempt to withdraw murder charges in Senzo Meyiwa case

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The high court has ruled against Mthokoziseni Maphisa's application to withdraw multiple charges in the high-profile Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.

MK Party challenges Cachalia's appointment in high court following ConCourt defeat

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Following a recent ConCourt defeat, the MK Party is challenging President Ramaphosa's appointment of Firoz Cachalia as Police Minister in the North Gauteng High ...

Watch VideoLIVE: Professor Firoz Cachalia to be sworn in as acting police minister

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Professor Firoz Cachalia will be sworn in as the acting Police Minister after the Constitutional Court dismissed an application brought by MK Party challenging President ...

Watch VideoConCourt dismisses MK Party application on Ramaphosa’s police minister appointment

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The Constitutional Court has dismissed the MK Party's urgent application challenging President Cyril Ramaphosa's appointment of a non-Member of Parliament as police ...

Former Umzimkhulu municipal official arrested for the murder of ANCYL leader Sindiso Magaqa

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A former senior Umzimkhulu municipal official has been arrested for the murder of ANC Youth League secretary-general Sindiso Magaqa, following the sentencing of ...

R100,000 reward offered as police commissioner urged to act in journalist's disappearance

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

National Press Club and African Media and Communicators Forum urge police commissioner to take urgent action in the case of missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and ...

'The system has failed survivors'; acquittal of televangelist Timothy Omotoso slated

Sinenhlanhla Masilela and Wendy Dondolo|Published

The uMkhonto weSizwe Women's League has issued a scathing statement condemning the acquittal of pastor Timothy Omotoso on multiple sexual assault charges, calling ...

Man sentenced to 25 years for premeditated murder of wife and stepdaughter

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A 63-year-old man has been sentenced to 25 years for the brutal murders of his wife and stepdaughter.

Gauteng Health confirms Ethiopian man works at Chris Hani Bara Hospital after viral video

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The department has confirmed that the nurse, who has been a part of the healthcare system since 2011, holds permanent residency and has a valid South African identification ...

Joburg residents toughen up for 12.7% tariff hikes, while prepaid users charged monthly R200 energy fee

Hope Mafu and Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

City Power’s application for tariff increase was inclusive of all social classes, considering customers are financially stretched but at the same time, ensuring ...

Judge furious after defence attorney fails to contact him

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Advocate Zandile Mshololo told the court that she received a message from advocate Thulani Mngomezulu in the morning telling her that he won’t be available and they ...

City Power pulls the plug on five properties that owe R37 million in unpaid electricity bills

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Damelin College in Braamfontein was cut off for underpaying their electricity service after falling into over R2. 9 million in arrears.