Mthobisi Nozulela

Junior Multimedia Journalist

Watch VideoWATCH: Popular Hyundai Grand i10 scores zero stars in crash test

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Global NCAP's latest crash tests reveal that the Hyundai Grand i10, a popular entry-level car in SA, has received a zero-star rating for adult safety, raising urgent ...

Watch VideoLIVE | Ramaphosa addresses the nation following G20 Summit

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to address the nation from the Union Buildings, reflecting on South Africa's pivotal role in the G20 Leaders' Summit

We don’t need a long list of political parties, says Maimane at Unite for Change launch

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Mmusi Maimane argues that South Africa's political landscape is overcrowded, urging for unity and a focus on urgent issues during the launch of the Unite for Change ...

Fifth suspect arrested in Hawks' investigation of South Africans recruited for Russia-Ukraine war

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

The Hawks have made a significant breakthrough in their investigation into the recruitment of South Africans for the Russia-Ukraine war, arresting a fifth suspect ...

Love, luxury and cash in the Woolies bag: ‘Cat’ Matlala, his sister and a footballer - the scandal on everyone’s lips

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala's testimony at the Ad Hoc Committee hearings has sent shockwaves through South Africa, revealing a R500,000 bribe to former Police Minister ...

Report shows Jagersfontein mine may have known of dam instability since 2019

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

A new report into the 2022 Jagersfontein mine dam collapse raises alarming questions about the mining company's awareness of instability as early as 2019

Malema revives calls for Ramaphosa’s impeachment over Phala Phala: ‘He must go empty handed'

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, has escalated his campaign against President Cyril Ramaphosa, demanding his impeachment over the Phala Phala ...

FNB customers struggle as app faces high-volume failures on Black Friday

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

On one of the busiest shopping days of the year, FNB customers have encountered frustrating app glitches, hindering their ability to shop on Black Friday.

Nedbank quietly pays Transnet R600 million over its role in Gupta-linked state capture deals

Mthobisi Nozulela and Simon Majadibodu|Published

Nedbank agrees to a R600 million settlement with Transnet, avoiding admission of guilt in the Gupta-linked state capture scandal, raising questions about accountability ...

Will South Africa be excluded from the US's two-year AGOA extension?

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

US Congress's new bill could extend AGOA for two years, but rising tensions over foreign policy may leave South Africa out in the cold.

Errol Musk claims that ANC attempted to obtain money from Elon Musk

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

Errol Musk has revealed that President Cyril Ramaphosa and the ANC attempted to secure Elon Musk's support ahead of elections, including a controversial request ...

South Africa to continue US trade negotiations despite G20 boycott says Tau

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Despite escalating tensions and a G20 boycott, Minister Parks Tau expresses cautious optimism for ongoing trade negotiations with the US. What does this mean for ...

'Bad things are happening': Americans ignore Trump, lead surge in South African tourism

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Despite President Trump's negative portrayal of South Africa, American tourists have overtaken UK visitors, with fully booked flights indicating a booming tourism ...

Government says long-overdue repo rate cut will ease the cost-of-living squeeze

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Officials say the move will ease pressure on households, support small businesses, and help stabilise the economy. Business leaders and economists have also praised ...

US yanks Naledi Pandor’s visa as SA–US tensions spike ahead of G20

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Former Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor has had her US visa abruptly revoked

Urgent: NCC recalls 10 Isuzu RT66 vehicles and 290 Ducati motorcycles due to safety defects

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a crucial recall for 10 Isuzu RT66 vehicles and 290 Ducati motorcycles, citing significant safety defects that ...

SA motorists poised for eight-year licence cards as Creecy tackles crippling backlogs

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy announces a potential shift to eight-year driver’s licences for South Africans, aiming to ease the backlog in licence issuance ...

NSFAS under fire: Godongwana slams mismanagement, CEO salary, and inefficiency

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana has strongly criticised the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)

A Nation of Gamblers | R50 billion vanishes offshore as illegal gambling ravages South Africa’s economy

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

How illegal online gambling is siphoning R50 billion from South Africa's economy, with unlicensed operators posing a significant threat to consumers and legitimate ...

'Attack on the working class': SAFTU threatens mass protests over proposed 3 percent Inflation target

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

SAFTU vehemently opposes the Treasury's reported plan to lower the inflation target to 3%, warning of dire consequences for workers and economic inequality, and ...

Bonitas facing investigation after medical schemes council flags tender concerns

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

The Council for Medical Schemes has announced a forensic investigation into Bonitas Medical Scheme, following serious allegations regarding governance and procurement ...

Borrowing binge catches up with SA as debt costs soar past R385 billion

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

South Africa is now spending more on interest payments than on vital services like healthcare and economic development. How the Reserve Bank's latest report reveals ...

Petrol and diesel prices expected to drop in November: What motorists need to know

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Get ready for significant savings at the pump this November as petrol and diesel prices are set to drop, offering much-needed relief for motorists!

Government launches early retirement and voluntary exit programmes for public servants

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

The government has introduced new Early Retirement and Voluntary Exit Programmes for public service employees, offering financial incentives and a chance to retire ...

Going solar just got easier: what Eskom’s new rules mean for you

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Eskom announces new measures to simplify rooftop solar registration, enabling households to save costs and join the clean energy transition more easily