As South Africa struggles with unemployment and poverty, over 100,000 people attend the national day of prayer

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Over 100,000 people from various religious denominations gathered at Johannesburg's FNB Stadium this past Sunday for the National Day of Prayer, an annual event ...

Brazilian G20 pilots were compelled to walk to their hotel after 'not paying' sex workers

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The pilots were forced to leave their rented car and start walking to Kempton Park after an argument over money, according to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, who ...

After the G20 Summit's success, Panyaza Lesufi promises to improve service delivery

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

In the wake of the successful G20 Summit, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has vowed to enhance service delivery and intensify crime-fighting efforts, aiming to build ...

The Indian delegation congratulates Ramaphosa on successfully hosting the G20 Summit

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

While Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined four major priorities and advocated for increased representation of the Global South in global governance structures, ...

In response to Trump, Ramaphosa asserts that every country is 'equally important'

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has responded to Donald Trump's bullying tactics.

Ramaphosa confirms US reversal on G20 Summit boycott

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The United States has changed its mind about boycotting this weekend's G20 Leaders Summit in South Africa, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Ramaphosa calls gender-based violence a national and international issue, but the NGO reacts skeptically

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) are a global crisis that requires immediate attention, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa's powerful declaration.

Cachalia declares a 'ring of steel' for G20 leaders ahead of the summit of world leaders.

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After inspecting the security forces at FNB Stadium, National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola and Acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia declared South ...

The G20 should help Africa achieve long-term peace and stability, says Mashatile

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The three-day G20 Social Summit in South Africa was opened by Deputy President Paul Mashatile, who urged Africans to use this global forum to address issues facing ...

Operation Dudula to appeal court ruling against its controversial healthcare campaign

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Operation Dudula, a movement that recently went on a campaign aimed at restricting undocumented immigrants from accessing public healthcare services, has announced ...

Despite security concerns, the premier of Gauteng promises that the G20 Summit is ready

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi declares the province ready to host the crucial G20 Leaders' Summit, addressing recent security concerns and outlining comprehensive ...

Joburg is ordered by the Gauteng High Court to expedite the registration of informal traders

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Following their removal from city center trading stalls, the City of Johannesburg was ordered by the Gauteng High Court to confirm and process the registrations ...

650 young substance abuse victims have a new hope thanks to the Tswa Daar initiative

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Tswa Daar Anti-Substance Abuse program gives 650 young people hope and support, marking a major milestone that Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi is celebrating. ...

City Power's plan to address the cable theft issue in Joburg

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

While Johannesburg' s mayor promotes cooperative energy solutions at the Energy Indaba 2025 with the goal of lowering dependency on Eskom, City Power announces its ...

Following the revocation of their permits, Joburg's informal traders demand their livelihoods be restored

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Informal traders in Johannesburg are voicing their outrage against recent permit revocations that threaten their livelihoods, leading to strong criticism of Mayor ...

The tragic gang shooting that claimed the lives of two teenagers left the Westbury community in shock

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Westbury community is reeling from a shocking gang-related shooting that left two teenagers dead and five injured, igniting urgent calls for action against rampant ...

With a court battle imminent, the mayor of Joburg remains steadfast in upholding the bylaws

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Joburg's Mayor Dada Morero stands resolute as the city braces for a legal showdown over informal trading by-laws.

Gauteng MEC pledges to reopen Soweto schools that have been closed

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Gauteng Education has revealed that it has registered more than 192,745 candidates to participate in this year's National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. ...

To support Palestinian rights, churches in Soweto band together

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

As calls intensify for South Africa to adopt a more assertive stance regarding human rights violations in Palestine, a significant gathering punctuated the streets ...

Stronger sanctions against Israel are demanded by SA flotilla activists following their detention

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

Nelson Mandela's grandson and fellow activists, recently detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, have returned to South ...

Water supply woes and infrastructure collapse plague communities in South Africa

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

On Tuesday frustrated residents from Ward 58, which encompasses Mayfair, Fordsburg, Grosvenor, areas, converged on the mayor's Braamfontein headquarters, highlighting ...

Fochville residents accuse municipality of emotional manipulation over water supply issues

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The ongoing water crisis in Fochville, Johannesburg’s West Rand, has taken a dramatic turn as residents accuse the Merafong Local Municipality of manipulating their ...

Memorial service for slain Soweto taxi boss calls for accountability in industry

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The memorial service for Thamsanqa Moya, chairman of the Gauteng National Taxi Alliance, highlighted the urgent need for improved policing and unity within the taxi ...

Taxi alliance mourns slain chairperson as a champion for unity and economic freedom

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The National Taxi Alliance is reeling from the murder of its chairperson, Thamsanqa Moyo.