Former US President Donald Trump has ignited a fresh wave of controversy with claims of “white genocide” and illegal land seizures in South Africa, questioning whether the country is a suitable host for the upcoming G20 summit. Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote: “How could we be expected
China instructs central banks to reduce dollar buying China’s central bank, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), has instructed major state-owned banks to reduce their purchases of U.S. dollars. This directive is part of an informal policy known as “window guidance,” where the PBOC has asked these banks to withhold
Accused in murder of 5-year-old Ditebogo Phalane seeks bail for third time Elia Maeko, one of the individuals accused in the murder of 5-year-old Ditebogo Junior Phalane, appeared before the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court today, April 9, 2025, for his third attempt to secure bail. Maeko, alongside co-accused Ali Sithole
Bushiri responds to NPA’s decision to sell his 50 million private jet Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has issued a public response to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) of South Africa following their decision to auction his 50 million private jet. The NPA’s move is linked to an ongoing case involving allegations
Zondo seeks Judge’s recusal in ongoing r*pe and assault case Archbishop Stephen Zondo, facing multiple r*pe and sexual assault charges, is embroiled in a contentious legal battle at the Pretoria High Court. Zondo has filed an application seeking the recusal of Judge Papi Mosopa from his case, citing concerns over
Cleaners go unpaid for three months at Niemeyer Hospital amid payment dispute Cleaners at Niemeyer Hospital in Utrecht, located in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, have reportedly gone without pay for three months, despite diligently fulfilling their duties each day. The workers are employed by Luyandiza Investments, the private company responsible for the
Dali Mpofu faces disciplinary inquiry over professional misconduct According to Sunday Times, senior counsel Dali Mpofu is set to appear before the Legal Practice Council (LPC) for a disciplinary inquiry concerning seven charges of professional misconduct. The allegations include tarnishing the reputation of the legal profession, violating the code of
DJ Finzo denies payola claims after sudden Lesedi FM dismissal Veteran radio personality DJ Finzo, real name Phinel Sefatsa, has strongly denied allegations that he was fired from Lesedi FM for accepting payola, bribes in exchange for airplay. His dismissal from the SABC-owned station in early April 2025 sent shockwaves
White House confirms 104% tariff on Chinese imports to take effect April 9 The White House has confirmed that a sweeping 104% tariff on Chinese imports will take effect at 12h01 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing trade standoff between the United
Mkhwebane shocked to learn of LPC’s legal action through social media Busisiwe Mkhwebane, the former Public Protector of South Africa, was shocked to learn through social media that the Legal Practice Council (LPC) is seeking to remove her from the roll of advocates. This follows her impeachment in 2023 for
