Expect to See Soldiers on the Streets in April, Says Police Minister
The deployment is expected to last until 31 March 2027
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“We Can Go Weeks Without Water, and No One Seems to Care”
Elderly residents of Lehae in Johannesburg battle to fetch water
Mover and Shaker: Daphne Greyling
Johannesburg, South Africa — Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles South Africa are positioning themselves for continued growth and expansion with strategic staff appointments across their business. A key piece of this puzzle was the appointment of Daphne Greyling as General Manager of Dealer Sales and Network Development. Greyling is a dynamic and results-driven individual with over …
Israeli Settlers Use Iran War as Cover to Commit Atrocities
“Israeli attacks on Palestinians have peaked in both frequency and intensity over the past several weeks”
Shosholoza Meyl Faces Uncertain Future
Long-distance trains to return in 2027 but funding for locomotives is unclear
ANC Policy Cannot Facilitate Growth in Gauteng
The Gauteng government’s new economic development plan (Gauteng City Region Economic Growth & Development Plan 2030), launched last week, is doomed to fail if it does not move away from the ANC’s ideological approach of managing the economy on the basis of race instead of merit. Although the new economic development plan is a good […]
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Johannesburg’s Patchwork Costs More Than Properly Repairing Potholes
The Johannesburg Metro has to stop patching potholes and start adhering to proper road repair standards to ensure that road maintenance is carried out effectively. According to a report by Johannesburg’s Department of Transport, repairing a single pothole costs the Metro between R700 and R1 500. The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is responsible for maintaining […]
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SA Human Rights Commission Must Compel Government to End Hunger, Activists Demand
1 in 5 households experience moderate food insecurity, according to StatsSA
Joburg Shouldn’t Change Service Standards While Services Decline – For Good
Speech by Matthew Cook, GOOD National Chairperson and PR Councillor in the City of Johannesburg. Note to Editor: This speech was delivered during the 47th Extra-Ordinary Council Meeting of the City of Johannesburg
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Arts Festival Inspires Mpumalanga Towns
My Body My Space arts festival provides a much-needed injection of money and opportunities for residents of Emakhazeni Local Municipality
We All Going on a Jeep Safari
The first-ever Easter Jeep® Safari will be held from 3 to 6 April 2026 at the Gariep Forever Resort. Hosted in collaboration with Jeep Club South Africa, the inaugural event brings together all owners who share a simple instinct in their DNA: if there’s a dirt trail nearby, drivers of Jeep® vehicles are going to …
Johannesburg Metro Cops Destroy Shacks in Ennerdale
Build us new homes, demand occupiers of land meant for housing that was never built
Freedom Front Plus in Ekurhuleni Opposed to Writing off Billions in Debt
The Ekurhuleni Metro’s ANC-led administration’s decision to write off approximately R2,24 billion in utility debt comes at a time when the Metro is already facing a severe financial crisis. This debt write-off applies to households registered as indigent or deemed indigent that have consumed more than the free basic utilities allowance. The debt accumulated between […]
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Can You Wait Until May 2026 for the All-new iCAUR 03T?
The distinctive iCAUR 03T electric SUV will launch in two derivatives, combining nostalgic design cues with modern technology and strong standard specification. The 03T arrives in South Africa in May 2026, blending retro-inspired SUV styling with modern electric innovation. Two derivatives will be available at launch (2WD and AWD), featuring 66 kWh and 70 kWh …
Bienvenu Shelter Provides a Safe Haven for Asylum Seekers
Scalabrinian Missionary Sisters shelter accommodates up to 60 women at a time, providing housing, meals and skills training
Solar: The Rules Don’t Add Up
Eskom’s 31 March 2026 deadline for registering residential solar PV and battery energy storage (BES) systems is looming, with minimal uptake of their demand to register by customers. Not because households are unwilling to comply, but because the rules are unclear, inconsistent, and in some cases, unlawful. The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has raised …
Bringing True Mobile Welding Capability to SA Agriculture
Bolt and Engineering Distributors Group (B.E.D.), the long-term, exclusive distributor of Fronius welding technology nationwide, has announced the local launch of the new Fronius Ignis Battery. Ignis Battery is a next-generation, battery-powered welding system engineered for mobility, reliability and performance in off-grid agricultural environments. The local launch forms part of B.E.D.’s build-up to the iconic …
Delegation Meets Rand Water About Water Security for Residents
Statement by Stephen Moore MP – DA Spokesperson on Water and Sanitation: Today, I led a Democratic Alliance (DA) delegation of public representatives from municipalities across the Rand Water supply network, as well as the Gauteng Provincial Legislature on key matters affecting water supply. Amid serious water supply constraints, the meeting provided an important opportunity …
Judiciary Fails to Report on Late Judgments
Most recent list published, October 2025, reflected the status of late judgments from nearly a year ago.
New Play Honours Murdered Environmental Activist Fikile Ntshangase
Isitha Sabantu explores the threats that climate activists face
Attend the Open Haus Event
Audi South Africa has launched The Audi Open Haus Sales Event, a national retail campaign inviting customers into Audi Dealerships nationwide to explore the brand’s current model range through curated test drives, personalised sales and product consultations, exclusive sales offers and tailored vehicle financing solutions. Running from 16 March to 30 April 2026, the Audi …
Student Hunger a Hidden Crisis at Universities, Human Rights Commission Hears
Studies show 66% of UWC students and 65% of University of the Free State students are food insecure, but the issue is underreported due to stigma
Peter Teixeira – Midvaal Mayoral Candidate
Statement by Solly Msimanga MPL – DA Gauteng Leader: The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced Peter Teixeira as our Mayoral Candidate for Midvaal Local Municipality. Midvaal is a shining beacon of governance excellence. 12 consecutive clean audits, the most financially sustainable municipality in the country and by far the best run municipality in Gauteng. Peter …
Johannesburg Waste Piles up Amid Labour Disputes and Landfill Closures
With only two operating landfills, compactor trucks have longer turnaround times, creating refuge collection backlogs