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Sharks interim coach, JP Pietersen, says he is energised by the challenge of steadying what has looked like a rudderless Sharks outfit as they prepare to host Saracens in the Investec Champions Cup in Durban on Saturday. Pietersen, who was appointed after John Plumtree stepped aside last week, admitted the past few days have been a whirlwind, but says the players’ response has convinced him that the team can reset […]
The City of Ekurhuleni has placed Human Resources Head, Linda Gxasheka, on precautionary suspension with immediate effect. Gxasheka name surfaced in allegations of irregular conduct by city officials, raising concerns about potential corruption and interference within the criminal justice system. She is accused of disregarding disciplinary recommendations against suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi, who faces serious corruption charges. This follows allegations that he installed state […]
The City of Johannesburg is tightening its grip on public safety this festive season, targeting illegal street parties, unlicensed venues, rising student gambling, and non-compliant informal trading. - Illegal Events & Festive Safety Clampdown - Public Safety MMC, Mgcini Tshwaku, announced a firm crackdown on unregistered street events and unsafe entertainment spots during the launch of the Festive Season Safety Campaign in the CBD. He warned that unauthorised gatherings will […]
The widow of conservative activist, Charlie Kirk, has criticised online culture, saying it fuels a lack of empathy and dehumanises individuals. Her frustration follows continued jokes and discussions about her husband’s death circulating on social media platforms. Recently, YouTube included Kirk on its 2025 Top Creators list, prompting comments such as, "Charlie Kirk is streaming from hell?" YouTube dropped the list of top content creators for 2025: 1 - MrBeast […]
The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has reassured matric candidates that the integrity of the 2025 examinations remains solid, despite the recent leak scandal. Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, confirmed that several matric exam papers were leaked, affecting seven schools in Tshwane. The compromised papers included English, Maths and Physics, giving some learners early access not only to the questions but also to the memos. It is reported that the […]
Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has criticised Mbekezeli Mbokazi for missing his flight to join the national team camp ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco. Mbokazi was expected to arrive at the camp in Pretoria on Tuesday but only arrived on Wednesday afternoon. The delay came after the Pirates players were given an extra day to rest following their Carling Knockout Cup final victory […]
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature has raised red flags across three major departments — Human Settlements, Roads and Transport, and Education — as committee oversight and annual performance reports for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 financial years were scrutinised this week. Despite widespread concerns over overspending, underspending, stalled programmes, and weak financial controls, two of the departments saw their oversight reports adopted without objection. - Human Settlements Under Fire for Overspending and […]
The International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC) leader, Mike Sandlana, will remain in custody after his bail application was postponed to 15 December to allow the State to present additional evidence. Sandlana appeared at the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Wednesday, facing corruption charges for allegedly bribing a High Court judge. Sandlana was arrested alongside three others a few weeks ago, but is now the only one still behind bars. […]
Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has criticised King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo for what she describes as the spread of misinformation. Ntshavheni says the King is incorrect to suggest that South Africa requires a referendum to determine its foreign policy stance, noting that the country has never used referendums for such decisions. She further linked his comments to narratives originating in the United States and organisations such as AfriForum. King Dalindyebo […]
Higher Education Minister, Buti Manamela, has urged the Council of the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) to implement strong measures to protect the integrity of the 2026 academic year amid the unfolding scandal over fraudulent qualifications. The institution is facing allegations of a criminal syndicate selling fake degrees and illegally registering foreign nationals. The council has since launched an independent forensic investigation to determine the scale of the scheme and […]
