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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Free State unveiled a Wall of Remembrance on Saturday morning in a solemn tribute to police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The ceremony was marked by a powerful moment of reflection, honouring the men and women who
As the CRL Rights Commission, through its Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee for the Christian Sector, launches a national consultation on a proposed self-regulatory framework for churches, many South Africans are asking a simple but critical question: do we really need new rules for churches, or do existing laws already
Well known Advocate Riegel du Toit of the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) whose name was mentioned to be on the Czech former crime boss Radovan Krejcir’s alleged hit list is no more. The news of his passing away was confirmed by Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi.
As the CRL Rights Commission consults on a proposed self-regulatory framework for the Christian sector, one reality has become clear: faith leaders themselves are deeply divided. Some welcome the initiative as a step toward accountability. Others view it as an overreach that risks undermining religious independence. Understanding this divide requires
The CRL Section 22 Committee today officially unveiled a draft self-regulatory framework aimed at restoring integrity, accountability, and public trust within the Christian sector in South Africa. Speaking during the media engagement, committee members stressed that this framework is not about state control of religion, but a church-led accountability process
As the CRL Rights Commission, through its Section 22 Ad Hoc Committee for the Christian Sector, advances a proposed self-regulatory framework for churches, the debate has shifted beyond misconduct and accountability to a deeper constitutional concern: what does this proposal mean for religious freedom in South Africa? At the heart
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato has confirmed the significant disruption of smuggling of illicit goods and food items which took place yesterday, 15 December 2025 at the Beitbridge Port of Entry. Since the start of the 2025/26 festive season operations, the BMA has recorded
Limpopo Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba has expressed satisfaction with the progress of the Morobeng road construction project in Sekgosese, under the Greater Letaba Municipality. The Premier conducted her third monitoring visit to the project on Monday. She was accompanied by the MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, Ernest Sebataola,
Limpopo Province hotspots areas will be under severe policing this festive season. The call was made by the Deputy Minister of Police Dr. Polly Boshielo, during her address to the officials at Mankweng Police station in Polokwane on Monday. The Deputy Minister was conducting a Safer Festive Season Operations inspection
