Mthobisi Nozulela

Junior Multimedia Journalist

South Africa rolls out first homegrown foot-and-mouth vaccine in 20 years

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South Africa has made a significant advancement in livestock health by producing its first locally made foot-and-mouth disease vaccine in 20 years. Amidst a severe ...

Government Pensions Agency under fire over R145 million in irregular spending

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The Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA) faces intense scrutiny after audits reveal R145 million in irregular spending, including payments for work never ...

'He chose to leave': KwaZulu-Natal police deny claims of forced removal of Hawks head Lesetja Senona

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KwaZulu-Natal police have refuted allegations that Hawks head Major General Lesetja Senona was forcibly removed from his office, clarifying the circumstances surrounding ...

Watch VideoMalema calls for automatic voter registration for every 18-year-old in SA

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Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, calls on the South African government to implement automatic voter registration for citizens turning 18

EMCA denies involvement in ANC ballot paper scandal

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The Elections Management and Consulting Agency of Africa (EMCA) has refuted claims of involvement in the discovery of ANC ballot papers at a Pretoria residence, ...

Gauteng police arrest second suspect in DJ Warras murder case

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Gauteng police have made a significant breakthrough in the murder case of popular media personality Warrick ‘DJ Warras’ Stock, arresting a second suspect linked ...

Eskom welcomes 20-year prison sentence for contract worker who sabotaged Camden Power Station

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Eskom has welcomed the 20-year prison sentence of a former contract worker for sabotaging critical infrastructure at Camden Power Station, a crime that caused over ...

Home Affairs warns of scammers charging for smart ID and passport bookings

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The Department of Home Affairs warns South Africans about scammers charging for free smart ID and passport booking services, urging the public to remain vigilant ...

Rand breaks below R16 to the dollar for first time in nearly four years

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The Rand has briefly dipped below R16 against the dollar, a notable event driven by a weaker US currency and growing investor confidence in South Africa

Relief for data users in South Africa as Icasa overhauls bundle expiry rules

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Icasa's new regulations promise to eliminate wasted data and surprise charges, giving South African mobile users greater control over their airtime and ensuring ...

No major tax hikes? Finance Minister Godongwana hints at 2026 Budget plans

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With anticipation building for South Africa's 2026 Budget, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reassures citizens that there will be no major tax hikes

No load shedding expected after transmission fault at Koeberg, Eskom says

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Eskom has assured South Africans that there is no risk of loadshedding following a temporary reduction in output at the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station, ensuring stability ...

BAT factory closure could put 35,000 jobs in risk South Africa at, warns BLSA

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Business Leadership South Africa CEO Busisiwe Mavuso warns that the closure of British American Tobacco’s only South African factory could endanger up to 35,000 ...

MPs and Ministers laugh all the way to the bank as Ramaphosa approves pay hikes

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President Cyril Ramaphosa's approval of salary hikes for South Africa's top officials raises eyebrows as ministers, MPs, and judges receive significant pay increases, ...

SABC TV licence days could be numbered in South Africa

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The South African government is rethinking the funding model for the SABC, as Minister Solly Malatsi reveals plans to address declining revenue and TV licence compliance. ...

Eskom launches new customer service model with mobile hubs and digital tools

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Eskom is set to enhance its customer service with a new model that includes mobile 'Hub-on-Wheels' units, community pop-up points, and digital self-service tools, ...

Safety concerns rise as Bolt investigates robbery incident involving branded vehicle

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Bolt South Africa is investigating a robbery incident involving a branded vehicle, following a viral video showing men allegedly robbing women

Hino 700 trucks recalled in South Africa due to potential fuel leak

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The National Consumer Commission has issued an urgent recall for 58 Hino 700 Series trucks in South Africa due to a serious safety defect in the fuel pump housing. ...

Minister Steenhuisen pushing for state of disaster over foot-and-mouth crisis

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Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen is set to request a national disaster declaration as he unveils a comprehensive 10-year plan to tackle the devastating foot-and-mouth ...

SA welcomes AGOA extension amid rising scrutiny from Washington

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South Africa has welcomed the US House of Representatives’ approval of a three-year extension of AGOA. As the legislation moves to the Senate, concerns about South ...

Court cancels R898 million driving licence card tender

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The Gauteng North High Court has ruled the R898 million tender for new driving licence card machines invalid, citing procedural irregularities. This decision mandates ...

Jobs cannot be denied to South Africans aged 34–50, says Labour Minister

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Amid rising unemployment, Minister Nomakhosazana Meth asserts that age should not be a barrier to employment for South Africans aged 34–50.

Discovery Health members face financial shock due to medical aid error

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Discovery Health Medical Scheme members are reeling from a shocking financial blow, facing demands to repay thousands of rands after a claims processing error in ...

‘Just a tap away’: How sports betting apps turned millions of South Africans into daily gamblers

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How mobile betting apps have transformed gambling into a daily habit for millions of South Africans, contributing to a staggering R1.1 trillion wagered in the 2024/25 ...

Why South Africa’s taxi industry pays almost no tax

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One of South Africa’s most lucrative industries, the taxi sector, worth an estimated R100 billion a year, is reportedly operating almost tax-free.