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Dear Editor This past week, Democratic Alliance (DA) MPLs formed part of delegations from the Eastern Cape Legislature, holding public engagements across the province to get the public’s input on the Older Persons Amendment Bill (B11 – 2022). The DA emphasised the need for robust protections and services for South Africa’s senior citizens. The DA …
Dear Editor The Democratic Alliance (DA) welcomes the Portfolio Committee on Social Development’s decision to request an urgent response from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) regarding the reported weaknesses in the social grant payment system. We commend the committee for taking swift action following the revelations by GroundUp on 14 October 2024, which …
Dear Editor As the Class of 2024 prepares to sit for their matric exams, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to every learner who has reached this significant milestone. These final exams mark the culmination of 12 years of dedication, sacrifice, and effort, and I encourage each learner to give their best as they take …
There are four changes to the DHL Stormers starting forward pack for their Vodacom United Rugby Championship encounter with Munster at DHL Stadium on Saturday. The DHL Stormers’ first home game of the season will see them host the Irish side, with kick-off at 18h00 on Saturday at DHL Stadium. Prop Sti Sithole and hooker …
Protecting the keys to the kingdom with Privileged Access Management as a Service When it comes to security, humans are generally regarded as the weakest link. Each year, thousands of organisations are negatively impacted by data breaches, with studies indicating that they are increasing in frequency and cost burden. According to the 2023 Cost of …
NELSPRUIT – The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi has commended members of Kwamhlanga detectives for working tirelessly this week when they followed up on the murder of a 31-year-old victim at Vezubuhle, Kwamhlanga. Police were summoned to the house on Sunday morning, 13 October 2024, at about …
POLOKWANE – The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Limpopo, led by Deputy Provincial Commissioner responsible for Crime Detection Major General Samuel Manala, held an imbizo on Wednesday, 16 October 2024. Major General Manala representing The Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe at this important event. Attendees include Nesengane Traditional Authorities Vho Thovhele Nesengane, Acting …
FREE STATE – Members deployed for Border Policing and Illicit Mining under Operation Vala Umgodi in the Free State, arrested one (1) male for Contravention of Explosives Act 26 of 1956 on Thursday, 17 October 2024. The police followed up information of a suspect alleged to be having different explosives parts in Ficksburg town. The …
NORTHERN CAPE – On 17 October 2024 at 18:00, Provincial and District SAPS Management steered the Provincial Commissioner’s Community Imbizo in Concordia in the Namakwa District. The outreach was attended by the Northern Cape Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Corporate Services, Major General Thabo Mphuthi, the Namakwa District Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews, Provincial Heads, senior officers …
POLOKWANE – The Limpopo Division of High Court in Polokwane has sentenced 19-year-old Brian Mugwira to 22 years in prison for the brutal murder of 17-year-old Motjatji Thoka from Mokomene village, whose dismembered body was discovered following her disappearance. Motjatji went missing from her home on 5 January 2024. A missing persons report was filed …
FREE STATE – Two suspects between the ages of 39 and 42 were arrested last night, 17 October 2024 by members of the Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation team based in Welkom together with Crime Intelligence (CI) in Sasolburg, Fezile Dabi Trio Task team, Tactical Response Task Team (TRT) in Johannesburg and Fidelity Security in …
GAUTENG – On Thursday, October 17, 2024, at approximately 17:30, members of Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) were conducting routine patrols along Adler Street in Westbury, when they noticed a suspicious looking person. When approached by the police, the man ran and the members persued him until he was caught. Upon searching him, members discovered a black …
POLOKWANE – The Provincial Commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has ordered the police to make use of the available resources to search for the suspects who are facing very serious charges including murder, kidnapping and defeating the end of justice. The criminal acts were committed in Seshego, Capricorn district. The public …
WESTERN CAPE – The Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen (Adv.) Thembisile Patekile has issued a stern warning to SAPS members to refrain from criminal behaviour as corruption within the ranks of the SAPS will not be tolerated. This warning follows the arrest of a constable deployed as a court orderly at the Khayelitsha Magistrates’ …
WESTERN CAPE – The Western Cape SAPS management welcomed the convictions and sentences of 42-year-old Yusuf Barodien, 35-year-old Arnold April and 31-year-old Cameron Anderson who were responsible for the murder of Aiden Isaacs. Initial reports reveal that on Thursday, 30 April 2020 at approximately 17:45 the victim was in Disa Street, Lentegeur, Mitchells Plain, when …
POLOKWANE – Police in Hlanganani have launched a manhunt of suspects responsible for setting alight a woman and torching her house during a mob attack on Wednesday, 16 October 2024 at about 15:00. According to the information, a 43-year-old woman was attacked in her home in Majosi village, Khawulani section, by a group of individuals. …
WESTERN CAPE – The Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen (Adv.) Thembisile Patekile has lauded the efforts of Stellenbosch SAPS in collaboration with Crime Intelligence and detectives who apprehended four perpetrators involved in the murder of a 19-year-old Stellenbosch student in the early hours of Wednesday, 16 October 2024. Initial reports suggest that the 19-year-old …
UPINGTON – After a thorough investigation conducted by Rosedale Detectives, a 46-year-old man was arrested and appeared in court on Wednesday, 16 October 2024. The accused Freddie Van Wyk is facing seven charges of money laundering and one charge of cyber crime. It is alleged that the accused posed as a lawyer and has legally …
EASTERN CAPE – Thuliswa Jotile (55) the Ward Councillor at Ingquza Hill Local Municipality appeared before the Mthatha Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on 17 October 2024 for fraud allegations. Jotile was released on R2000-00 bail. The matter was remanded to 24 October 2024 for exchange of case documents with her legal representatives. Jotile was arrested …
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The Green Energy Coalition (GEC) is thrilled to announce the release of its latest report, “Future Fuels: Innovating for a Sustainable Tomorrow.” This comprehensive study reviews global fuel trends and presents innovative solutions for transitioning towards cleaner, more efficient energy systems. As the world seeks to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions, the urgency …
Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh shared his thoughts on the election results and the voter dynamics facing the coalition government in a speech at the Foundation's Coalition Government Conference.
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In the News Today: “Yesterday’s blow-out raises the possibility that the phase of ZAR weakness has now completed, and that the local unit could make a stronger recovery as we close out the week,” ETM Analytics wrote in a research note. Next week, domestic investors will look to September’s consumer inflation figures which could provide clues …
In the News Today: AfriForum appealed to Pretoria, Johannesburg and Durban residents to not leave taps running unnecessarily. The organisation warned of possible stricter water restrictions that may be introduced because of water shortages in these cities. It said Pretoria, Johannesburg and Durban are already suffering from level 1 water restrictions, but if residents do …