The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application by the Independent Electoral Commission postpone the general Local Government Elections. The IEC released a statement that Constitutional Court judgment means that the Commission will be required to ensure that it prepares for elections to be held by November 1. “The Commission will…
Anna Fifi Mabuza passed away at Steve Biko Hospital in Tshwane on August 26. Her death was confirmed by the founder of the group, Belina Nkosi. Manager of the group, Fakazi Gama, said Mabuza was admitted after her check-up. “Initially, she had gone for a check-up, but because of her…
28 people linked to violence were arrested in the recent service delivery protest in Middelburg. The suspects were charged with public violence and contravention of Disaster Management Act. They are expected to appear in court soon while more arrests are imminent. READ | WATCH | Tensions run high at Witbank…
Two toddlers died in a house fire yesterday at Amersfoort. According to police, the twins and their cousin, all aged two, were left in the house with a lit candle as there was no electricity when their guardian went to a local shop. “Moments later, neighbours saw flames and called…
BETHAL – Hlanganani Orphanage is at the brink of losing its haven for not keeping up with monthly rentals. This is according to the committee chairperson of the orphanage, Andrew Mthethwa. He said their landlord has given them a 3-month lifeline to source funds to pay the monthly rent of…
The MEC for Public Works, Roads and Transport, Mohita Latchminarain is leading a women-only law enforcement operation in honour of Women’s Month at Steve Tshwete Local Municipality today. The operation will check compliance by public transport operators in terms of the National Land Transport Transition Act (NLTTA.) The MEC will…
A multi-vehicle accident on the R40 near Riverside Mall left one man killed and two others critically injured today. According to Arrive Alive, a towing truck and light motor vehicle collided head-on. “ER24 paramedics came across the incident, finding the vehicles in the middle of the road. One man was…
The longest serving teacher, Gogo Nonsikelelo Qwelane has passed away at the age of 100. Qwelani, a recipient of the Presidential order of the Baobab in Bronze, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to education in South Africa was an inspiration and role model to the young and old. In…
Premier Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, together with MEC for Health, Sasekani Manzini‘s efforts of getting more people vaccinated, have been intensified to include mining companies across the province. Having commenced with Sasol on Monday where more than 8 000 workers were targeted to be vaccinated on the day. At Sasol alone, more…
The Mpumalanga Department of Health warns community members about scammers who masquerade as officials promising job placements in the department. Recently scammers identified as Mr. Ndlovu or Mr. Maphanga “Director at Human Resource” at Rob Ferreira hospital have emerged. They use the 0637655816 number. READ | Community rage ends deadly…