Hope Ntanzi

Junior Multimedia Journalist

Border chaos: too few soldiers, too little tech, warns Gigaba

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Dr Malusi Gigaba cautions that gaps in the SANDF and Border Management Authority, including insufficient technology and staff, threaten South Africa’s ability to ...

Godongwana appointed acting president as Ramaphosa embarks on international visits

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Enoch Godongwana will serve as Acting President from 21 to 27 October as President Ramaphosa visits Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Switzerland to bolster ties ...

DBE ready for 2025 matric exams as 900,000 candidates prepare to write

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The Department of Basic Education says it is fully prepared for the 2025 matric exams, with nearly 900,000 candidates registered and all nine provinces confirming ...

Mbalula says Madlanga Commission prevented possible repeat of July unrest

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ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula says the party fully supports President Ramaphosa’s Madlanga Commission, warning ignoring serious allegations by KZN police ...

' An Avoidable Crisis': Parliament hits out at Fort Hare over student unrest

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Parliament’s Higher Education Committee will visit Fort Hare after student protests caused up to R500 million in damage. The committee hopes to uncover root causes ...

Gwarube to outline readiness for 2025 matric exams

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Minister Siviwe Gwarube will in a briefing outline the education system’s readiness to administer the 2025 matric exams, including learner support, exam centre details, ...

Sibiya denies personal ties to Mogotsi and Matlala | SAPS Inquiry

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Lt General Shadrack Sibiya tells Parliament he received warnings and information from activist Brown Mgotsi but never had a personal relationship with him, and that ...

SAPS Inquiry | I had a good relationship with Mkhwanazi but AKA murder arrests broke us - Shadrack Sibiya

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Sibiya emphasised the fallout wasn’t personal but a result of misunderstanding and power dynamics.

ICYMI: 10 key highlights from Mkhwanazi’s testimony on SAPS corruption

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Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee heard damning allegations from KZN’s police commissioner, who linked top politicians, SAPS officials, and rogue operatives to efforts ...

' Eight years of losses end today' - Ramaphosa celebrates Eskom profitability

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Eskom’s improved performance reflects South Africa’s broader recovery efforts, says President Ramaphosa, who credits coordinated government action and policy reforms ...

ANC not damaged by honest criticism, says Mbalula amid backlash over Ramaphosa, Mantashe comments

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ANC secretary- general Fikile Mbalula says the ANC is not damaged by self-criticism, arguing that honesty about poor municipal performance shows accountability, ...

Gayton McKenzie to resign as minister, PA to exit all ANC coalitions over ' disrespect'

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McKenzie announced his resignation and the PA's coalition exit, blaming the ANC for ignoring agreements, rejecting PA appointments, and mishandling the Westbury ...

Watch VideoPresident Ramaphosa calls for urgent action on climate justice and multilateral reform at the UN

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President Cyril Ramaphosa urges world leaders at the UN General Assembly to unite against pressing global crises, advocating for climate justice, economic equality, ...

' Our towns are hijacked': ANCYL leader calls for crackdown on illegal foreigners and crime in South African towns

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ANCYL president Collen Malatji has warned that crime and undocumented foreigners are overrunning towns, leaving South Africans feeling like outsiders in their own ...

SABC on brink of collapse: Parliament warns of financial crisis and outdated infrastructure

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SABC faces financial collapse as Sentech loses R70 million monthly; Parliament demands urgent government intervention to save the broadcaster.

'81% of grade 4s can’t read': Maimane demands urgent action as Gwarube defends system

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BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane and Minister Siviwe Gwarube clash over education priorities, with Maimane criticising poor outcomes and Gwarube defending a foundational ...

Malema calls for total ban on alcohol ads, says industry hides drinking’s social harm

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Julius Malema calls for a total ban on alcohol advertising in South Africa, saying it glamorises drinking while hiding its social harms, echoing the country’s earlier ...

Date set for commission probing criminal syndicates in SA police, NPA and intelligence

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A judicial commission led by former ConCourt judge Mbuyiseli Madlanga will probe claims of criminal syndicate infiltration, corruption, and political interference ...

' I will not apologise,' says Gayton McKenzie over racism and hate speech allegations

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Gayton McKenzie insists he will not apologise for remarks labelled as racist, saying his words were misrepresented. The SAHRC is investigating resurfaced posts, ...

National Dialogue criticised as ' out of touch' by civil society – Groups demand real accountability

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Civil society groups criticize the National Dialogue as flawed and elitist, urging meaningful community participation, urgent socio-economic action, and government ...

Mashatile warns of economic repercussions if trade dispute with US is not resolved

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Deputy President Paul Mashatile has warned of serious economic risks if trade tensions with the United States persist, calling for inclusive transformation and localisation ...

Malema: Legalise prostitution and empower women to fight poverty in SA

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EFF leader Julius Malema has called on government to legalise prostitution, protect sex workers’ rights, and end police abuse, emphasising the need to respect and ...

Mbeki, Biko, Tutu foundations withdraw from August 15 National Dialogue

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Expressing deep regret, several ...

Watch VideoSanctions or not, we won’t back down: ANC defiant on BBBEE amid US pressure – Mbalula

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ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula condemns the DA’s lobbying abroad against South Africa’s transformation policies, linking it to potential US tariffs and sanctions, ...

Department of Transport breaks 31-year streak, achieves first clean audit in 2024/25

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The Department of Transport received a clean audit for 2024/25, reflecting strong governance, timely financial reporting, effective audit responses, proactive engagement ...