insert_link South Africa South African Council of Churches Declares National Day of Prayer on May 5 Ahead of General Elections The South African Council of Churches has declared a national day of prayer on May 5, leading up to the general elections. Acting general secretary Mzwandile Molo is calling for nationwide participation in prayer, emphasizing the need for unity to ensure a peaceful, fair, and intimidation-free election process in the face of heightened contestation. The event is specifically aimed at combating political violence, with the upcoming elections anticipated to be […] todayMarch 12, 2024 10
insert_link South Africa Western Cape MEC of Mobility has expressed concern at the number of fatalities recorded on the province’s roads Western Cape MEC of Mobility Ricardo Mackenzie has expressed concern at the number of fatalities recorded on the province’s road in the past few weeks. Over the weekend, 13 people died in a bus crash on the N1 at the Hexrivier Pass near De Doorns. Preliminary reports indicate that the driver of the bus lost control and collided with a truck before crashing into the rock wall of the pass. […] todayMarch 11, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa The DA in South Africa says the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure’s asset management record has become a national liability The DA in South Africa says the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure’s asset management record has become a national liability. The department has launched an internal investigation into the mismanagement of the Telkom Towers complex, the headquarters of the South African Police Service, in Pretoria. This is after the building was declared uninhabitable. The department currently oversees 56-thousand-393 buildings. The DA’s, Sello Seitlholo, says the department’s mandate to manage […] todayMarch 11, 2024 32
insert_link South Africa ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has accused the DA of trying to mortgage South Africa’s democracy to the USA ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has accused the DA of trying to mortgage South Africa’s democracy to the USA. This follows the official opposition requesting the US and several other countries, including the European Union, to help provide resources for independent domestic observers ahead of the 29 May polls. Ramaphosa says this is the DA’s agenda of selling the country to the global superpowers. todayMarch 11, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa Eskom Announces Daytime Load-Shedding Reprieve Amidst Improved Emergency Reserves In a recent statement, Eskom has confirmed its decision to prolong the suspension of daytime load-shedding, citing the recovery of emergency generation reserves and the reintegration of three generating units. The suspension will be effective from 5:00 AM until 4:00 PM, after which stage two load-shedding will be implemented. This operational rhythm is set to persist until further notice. Eskom further anticipates the return of an additional 3,330 megawatts of […] todayMarch 11, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa IFP Leader Emphasizes Monumental Significance of May 29 Elections in South Africa Velenkosini Hlabisa, the leader of South Africa's Inkatha Freedom Party, underscored the pivotal nature of the upcoming general elections on May 29, deeming them the most crucial since the inception of democracy. The IFP officially unveiled its 13-point plan manifesto at Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium yesterday, with Hlabisa expressing confidence that it provides a beacon of hope and rejuvenation for all citizens. Highlighting the nation's precarious position on the verge […] todayMarch 11, 2024 4
insert_link South Africa South African Education Activist Urges Legal Action Against Afghanistan for Banning Girls from School SA Education activist Hendrick Makaneta is calling on Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola to take decisive action against Afghanistan at the International Court of Justice. Makaneta asserts that South Africa should champion the cause of inclusive education in Afghanistan, particularly in response to the recent ban on girls attending classes. He intends to request Minister Lamola to initiate an investigation and pursue legal measures against Afghan authorities to […] todayMarch 11, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa South African Police Minister Bheki Cele Takes Action Against Crime SA Police minister Bheki Cele is set to engage with the Richards Bay business community in KwaZulu-Natal today, over policing interventions aimed at clamping down on crime. Officials believe transport mafias are sabotaging rail lines and are linked to a string of murders intended to strike fear into the hearts of locals. The ministry’s spokesperson, Lirandzu Themba, says this engagement comes off the back of the presidential breakfast engagement with […] todayMarch 8, 2024 27
insert_link South Africa SA’s Solidarity Warns Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill Poses Threat to Public Schools SA Trade union Solidarity has cautioned the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill could harm public schools, potentially leading to their deterioration. During a presentation to the National Council of Provinces' select committee on Education, the union expressed concerns about the proposed amendments to language and admission policies in the bill. They called for decentralised education, urging recognition of parents' vital role. Solidarity’s Johnell Prinsloo warns denying parents a say in […] todayMarch 8, 2024 30