Macpherson faces threats to his life amid investigation into R800 million PSA oxygen plant tender Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, provided an update on the independent investigation into the R800 million Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) Oxygen Plant tender, managed by the Independent Development Trust (IDT). The investigation,
Business leaders urge Ramaphosa and Steenhuisen to resolve disputes and protect government stability South African business leaders have issued a stark warning to President Cyril Ramaphosa and Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen, urging them to settle their differences and safeguard the stability of the Government of National Unity (GNU).
Trump unveils R95 000 000 “gold card” residency permit for wealthy foreigners US President Donald Trump introduced the first-ever “Trump Goldfast-track a R95 000 000 million residency permit designed for wealthy foreigners seeking fast-tracked US permanent residency and citizenship. Announced aboard Air Force One en route to Miami, Florida, Trump
AfriForum welcomes U.S. condemnation of “K*ll the Boer” chant AfriForum has welcomed the United States government’s condemnation of the controversial chant “K*ll the Boer,” calling the move a significant step in raising international awareness about what it sees as incitement to violence against South Africa’s white minority. In a statement
NCC declares FlySafair’s overbooking practices illegal under Consumer Protection Act The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has ruled that FlySafair’s practices of overbooking and overselling tickets are illegal under South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA). Speaking in a parliamentary meeting on April 2, 2025, Acting Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu cited sections 19(2)
South African killed in Myanmar earthquake, DIRCO confirms The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) confirmed on Friday, April 4, 2025, that a South African citizen has died following the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar? Asia on March 28. The victim, an English teacher, was among 11
EFF’s plan to join GNU gaining traction as coalition tensions escalate Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), has been outspoken about his strategy to position his party within Government of National Unity (GNU), particularly as tensions within the coalition escalate. Malema’s plan is based on the belief
U.S. considers sanctions against South African officials amid growing tensions The United States is considering targeted sanctions against South African political figures for the first time since the apartheid era, according to reports. These potential measures are in response to concerns over South Africa’s foreign policy alignments and alleged corruption
Legal Practice Council seeks to have Mkhwebane struck off the roll of advocates The Legal Practice Council of South Africa is seeking to have former Public Protector, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane, struck off the roll of advocates in the country. According to News24, the council has confirmed that it will be
Generations: The Legacy could be canceled as contract delays leave future in doubt Generations: The Legacy, the long-running South African soap opera on SABC1, is facing uncertainty over its future following delays in contract renewals with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). Currently on a production break, the show was
