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  Some economists say the tariffs imposed by the United States to some countries across the globe could lead to a global recession. US President, Donald Trump, announced a 10% tariff on all imports to the US, with even steeper rates for countries like China, the EU, South Africa and Lesotho - sparking fears of a global trade war. South Africa has been hit by 31%, Lesotho 50% and the […]

Political analyst, Professor Sam Koma, says the Democratic Alliance's (DA) decision to approach the courts and challenge the passing of the national budget is the correct course of action. Koma explained that both the DA and EFF have flagged a procedural flaw in the adoption of the Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals, arguing that it was not in line with the Money Bill Act. Following a heated debate in the […]

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that head coach, Jose Riveiro, will leave the club at the end of the season when his contract ends. The club made the announcement in a statement on Thursday afternoon after the Spanish mentor officially communicated to management that he will not renew his contract. Riveiro joined the club in 2022, winning five domestic titles since his arrival, and remains in contest for the league, Nedbank […]

The state pulled out all the stops in a bid to ensure that the 41-year-old Congolese suspect linked to the Zanzou night club torture case isn’t released on bail. During its arguments in the man’s bail application, State Prosecutor Advocate Anna Bosman revealed that the man entered South Africa without relevant documents that permit him to do so. Bosman says they could not find any proof that he presented the […]

Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has joined South Africans who have donated money to veteran actress, Nandi Nyembe. McKenzie called the 74-year-old following some social reports that she is facing health and financial issues. In a viral video, McKenzie asked for the veteran actress's banking details so he could send her money. The 74-year-old opened up on social media about her dilemma. Nyembe, who is known for […]

Orlando Pirates coach, Jose Riveiro, has called for calm after they managed to beat Algerian champions, MC Alger, 1-0 in the first leg of the CAF Champions League quarterfinals in Algiers, suggesting the tie was still open. Mohau Nkota scored the all-important goal after he was teed-up by Relebohile Mofokeng on transition in the 65th minute, having just entered the fray five minutes earlier. “This is just the first 90 […]

Tshwane Mayor, Nasiphi Moya, says the municipality is working on formalising the Marry Me informal settlement in Soshanguve. Moya was one of the speakers at a community Imbizo in the area, which first grabbed headlines after seven on-duty CPF members were tragically killed two weeks ago. Amid concerns of the high crime rate in the area, lack of proper shelter and sewage system, the Tshwane Mayor told residents that the […]

The first witness in the Timothy Omotoso rape case fears that the preacher's acquittal could enable him to do more harm to other women, believing it's God's will. The country has been left shocked and disillusioned by the country's justice system after the High Court in Gqeberha found the televangelist and his co-accused not guilty of all charges levelled against them. This verdict has me worked up 💔 It’s literally […]

The South African Police Service (SAPS) says it has obtained authority from the NPA to access Cwecwe's medical records as investigations into the tragic incident intensify. Police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe, says the statements from the doctors who treated the minor are very critical in getting to the bottom of this case. Scores of relentless young people have been protesting across the country, demanding justice for Cwecwe who was raped in […]

All eyes are on the National Assembly as parliamentarians gear up for the much-anticipated budget vote. The proposed Value Added Tax (VAT) increase has been a bone of contention with various political parties making submissions against it. The passing of the country’s national budget has been delayed over a number discrepancies. In February, the country experienced one of the most unprecedented and historic moves when the tabling of the budget […]