Godongwana rules out wealth tax, warns of capital flight and economic Fallout Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has rejected renewed calls for a wealth tax, citing risks to economic growth and investment. Addressing Parliament, he argued that the current tax system already effectively targets wealth through measures like capital gains and
Gqeberha rapist sentenced to eight life terms in landmark ruling The Gqeberha High Court has sentenced Moses Gqesha, 45, to eight life terms following his conviction on 12 charges, including rape, kidnapping, and robbery, in a case that has gripped the nation and sparked renewed calls for justice in gender-based
Minister Nkabane withdraws controversial SETA appointments amid public backlash Higher Education Minister Dr Nobuhle Nkabane has withdrawn the recent appointments of SETA board chairpersons following a public outcry over transparency and alleged political favoritism. The decision follows the leak of a list of appointees, including Buyambo Mantashe son of ANC
The community of Woodlands in Mitchells Plain is reeling after a horrifying incident in which a 17-year-old boy was reportedly tricked into drinking drain acid at a local business, Mitchells Butchery. The teenager is currently in the hospital with serious internal injuries, including damage to his stomach and oesophagus.
A senior police officer with more than three decades of service is facing serious rape allegations that have shocked both the police force and the public. On Wednesday, a 59-year-old police captain appeared in the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court after being accused of raping a 20-year-old female trainee at the
The mystery surrounding the disappearance of journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli continues to unfold, as three more suspects are expected to appear in court today, Thursday, May 15. Ndlovu and Mdhluli vanished without a trace in February, sending shockwaves through their families, friends, and the
The Hawks swooped into the Pretoria High Court this week amid serious allegations that one of its employees has been helping undocumented foreign nationals avoid deportation—by issuing fake legal documents. This shocking development has raised alarms about the extent of corruption within South Africa’s immigration and justice systems. Experts
As the chill of winter starts to creep in, South Africans are once again dealing with the frustration of load shedding. Stage 2 power cuts have been announced and are expected to last until 10 p.m. on Thursday. The reason? Ongoing issues with maintenance, which continue to strain the
The Fezile Dabi District Highway Patrol in the Free State arrested five men, aged between 20 and 59 years for possession of Copper. Fezile Dabi Policespokesperson Sergent Josephine Rani said it was On Tuesday, 13 May 2025 at about 01:00, when the police received information about suspicious bakkie travelling
The ANC Women’s League in the Eastern Cape has expressed deep concern after groups of young people publicly celebrated Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso’s recent court victory in East London. Earlier this week, the East London Magistrate’s Court ruled that Omotoso would not be deported immediately, allowing him to remain
