Durban Street Vendors Take Municipality to Court
More than 80 traders say permits were suspended, terminated or left undecided while they are being forced to relocate to Centrum Park
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Springbok captain Kolisi visits the Bafana camp ahead of Panama clash – South African Football Association
26 March 2026 – Springbok captain Siya Kolisi visited the Bafana Bafana camp in Durban today to give his support as the South African senior men’s national team prepares for the first international friendly match against Panama on Friday night. Donned in recently launched new Bafana Bafana jersey, Kolisi stood up and gave his football
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Mangkgateng Seshibe Uses Insight to Inspire Impact
For Mangkgateng Mary Seshibe, impact has never been something abstract. It is tangible, visible, and deeply personal. Sometimes it’s a locally sourced gift box from her business, Eden Events. Other times, it provides a pack of sanitary pads for a girl who doesn’t have access to sanitary products. In her eyes, both are about dignity. …
Fresh new voices on Algoa FM
Algoa FM has refreshed its presenter line-up with new voices and reshuffles. Returning to her roots in Algoa Country is multi-talented presenter, actress, radio DJ, emcee and voice artist Anathi Seyisi, who grew up in Knysna. She will be presenting the Algoa FM’s seven to 10pm show and Saturday lunch from April 1, after moving …
Eastern Cape Government Hub Gutted by Fire
Vital government records and archives are feared to have been destroyed
Move Through Every Moment With Tomy Takkies This Season
Durban: Some days are all about the plan… and others? Not so much. From “just popping out quickly” to turning one coffee into three, life has a way of unfolding in the most unexpected (and best) ways. The new Tomy Takkies Autumn/Winter 2026 collection is made for exactly that kind of energy – easy, stylish …
Lifestyle Audit Failures: Time for Parliamentary Summonses
Statement by Eleanore Bouw-Spies MP – DA Spokesperson on Public Service and Administration: The DA will write to the Chairperson of the Committee on Public Service and Administration to call for the biggest offending departments to be summoned to account for their failure to implement consequence management following lifestyle audit findings. It is concerning that …
Dames Computations
The final round of the Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 1 kicks off earlier than usual, when Sanlam Boland Dames take on the Sharks Women on Friday in Durban, where victory for the visitors will book their spot in the 2026 final. Should the Dames win in Durban, the Isuzu Bulls Daisies will be …
Interest Rates Hold Steady
The South African Reserve Bank’s decision today to keep interest rates unchanged has brought a welcome dose of stability to the property market. With interest rates holding steady, South Africa’s resilience continues to shine through. Despite ongoing economic pressures, the property market remains remarkably stable, underpinned by steady demand and a long-term outlook from both …
NSFAS Pays Deceased Beneficiaries
Statement by Dr Delmaine Christians MP – DA Spokesperson on Higher Education and Training: The DA will write to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education to request a dedicated follow-up briefing from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and the Department, including clear timelines for corrective action and accountability measures. This …
EPWP Abuse Expands
Statement by Edwin Bath MP and Dr Igor Scheurkogel MP: The Democratic Alliance (DA) notes the serious allegations of political interference in Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) applications in the Makhuduthamaga Municipality in Limpopo, where a political party allegedly instructed applicants to submit their EPWP applications through party structures for processing and submission. If confirmed, …
SABS Must Urgently Implement Corrective Findings Against Corruption and Maladministration
Statement by Toby Chance MP – DA Spokesperson on Trade, Industry & Competition: The Democratic Alliance calls on the board of the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) to immediately implement the findings of the report into governance failures, corruption and maladministration compiled by TSU International. The report, which was delivered to Minister Parks Tau …
Devastating Langkloof Storms
Statement by Heinrich Müller MPL – DA Shadow MEC for Agriculture: The Democratic Alliance (DA) tabled a notice of motion in the Eastern Cape Provincial Legislature yesterday, demanding that a Provincial State of Disaster be declared for the Langkloof region following the catastrophic storms of February. The scale of the damage has left one of …
See England, Scotland, Wales And…. The Springboks
Ticket sales for the inaugural Nations Championship Tests in South Africa – where the Springboks will face England, Scotland, and Wales – will go on sale on 2 April, SA Rugby announced on Thursday, exactly 100 days before the Boks start their campaign against England in Johannesburg (4 July). Following the Test against England, the …
Dear Dr Anele Mngadi Hammond Your Claims Are False Says Bank
Standard Bank rejects false social media claims by Dr Anele Mngadi Hammond Reply to the video by Kabelo Makeke, Head of Personal and Private Banking, Standard Bank South Africa: Standard Bank has noted a series of social media videos published by Dr Anele Mngadi Hammond relating to a historic vehicle finance matter concluded …
Eskom Extends Rooftop Solar Registration Fee Waiver by Six Months and Advances Prepaid Residential Option
Thursday, 26 March 2026: Eskom is strengthening its support for customers using Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) systems, such as rooftop solar, by extending its registration fee waiver from 31 March 2026 to 30 September 2026 and advancing the introduction of a prepaid option for residential customers. These measures ensure that systems of up to 50kW...
Killing of Legal Practitioners Threatens the Rule of Law in Gauteng
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) is deeply concerned about the alarming increase in murders and attacks on legal practitioners in Gauteng over the past twelve months. Several attorneys have been shot dead in targeted attacks, while others were fortunate to survive. The latest incident claimed the life of the attorney Chinette Gallichan. Virtually no-one […]
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Brutal Double Murder of Elderly Couple in the Crags
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) in the Garden Route condemns the brutal double murder of an elderly couple on a farm in Glen Loerie, The Crags, near Plettenberg Bay. The murder of the 71-year-old woman and 77-year-old man is a tragic example of the growing level of violence and brutality affecting rural communities, which […]
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Rand West Prioritises Councillors’ Raise Over Residents’ Water and Lights
On Wednesday, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) strongly objected to a proposed 4% salary increase for councillors of the Rand West Local Municipality (Randfontein and Westonaria). Rand West simply cannot afford it. The money can be put to much better use by settling the Municipality’s enormous overdue Eskom bill, instead of lining councillors’ pockets. […]
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Shoprite Group Achieves Zero Waste to Landfill Certification at Its Largest Distribution Centre
The Shoprite Group’s Centurion Distribution Centre – the largest DC in its network, which spans over 173 500 m2 – has achieved a Level 2 Zero Waste to Landfill certification from the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA), marking a significant milestone for sustainable retail logistics in South Africa. The certification confirms that more …
R130 Million in Tax Money Disappears Into the Bottomless Pit of Incomplete Infrastructure Projects
During Thursday’s council meeting of the Tshwane Metro, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) strongly condemned the proposal to write off R130 million in capital assets relating to incomplete infrastructure projects. This step is nothing but a calculated attempt to repaint large-scale administrative failure as a simple accounting correction. This massive financial loss is the […]
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Childbirth Without Water Is Turning Africa’s Clinics Into Danger Zones
A new report finds that most births in sub-Saharan Africa happen in facilities without basic sanitation, leaving millions of women […]
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Autotrader Data Shows Which Used Cars Are Turning Fastest and Why It Matters for Dealers
South Africa, March 26 2026 – A look at days-to-sell across South Africa’s top used cars, and what consistent turnover reveals about stocking the right vehicles. There is a practical difference between vehicles that generate interest and those that convert into sales. For dealers, that difference is measured in time. Data published in the AutoTrader …
Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon welcomes EPICeSIM as a partner in 2026
Continuing their commitment to enhancing the runner experience, the organisers of the World’s Most Beautiful Marathon have welcomed EPICeSIM as a new partner of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon powered by BYD in 2026. EPICeSIM provides instant, reliable, and affordable mobile data connectivity worldwide – all without the need for physical SIM cards. Whether you’re …