insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Road Traffic Management Corporation has issues a strong warning to motorists South Africa's Road Traffic Management Corporation has issued a strong warning, stating its firm stance on apprehending corrupt traffic officers as well as motorists involved in bribery. Recent operations conducted nationwide have led to the arrest of eight officers in Newcastle and seven in Johannesburg within a week, resulting in criminal charges. Makhosini Msibi, the CEO of the agency, emphasizes that drivers involved in these unlawful activities will face consequences. […] todayDecember 22, 2023 9
insert_link South Africa South African parents are urged to enter phone contracts with their children to mitigate child pornography Parents in South Africa are being encouraged to enter into cell phone contracts with their children following a recent study indicating that more than half of children between the ages of nine and 17 have encountered sexual images on phones. The 2022 Disrupting Harm survey conducted by the South African Law Reform Commission found that children are exposed to such content not only on their own devices but also on […] todayDecember 22, 2023 8
insert_link Business / Economics Transnet confirms no container vessels at SA ports as shipping lines divert South Africa’s Transnet has confirmed that no container vessels are expected to anchor at SA ports, despite major shipping lines rerouting their vessels via the Cape of Good Hope route due to rebel attacks in the Red Sea region. According to CNN, some 100 ships have been attacked in the last month—about 15 percent of world shipping traffic transits via the Suez Canal. todayDecember 21, 2023 23
insert_link South Africa Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking. Instead, according to Wits University’s Guy Richards, e-cigarettes with nicotine are highly addictive. Statistics from the World Health Organisation show e-cigarettes have been banned in 34 countries. Speaking to eNCA, Richards called for urgent action to control e-cigarettes and protect children, as well as non-smokers. todayDecember 21, 2023 3
insert_link South Africa SA’s Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu says his department is planning to deal with ongoing water crisis SA's Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu says his department is planning to deal with ongoing water crisis that South Africa is facing by minimal negotiations with water service authorities. Mchunu made the comments during a water imbizo at King Zwelithini Stadium in Umlazi, eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal. The ministry’s spokesperson, Kamogelo Mogotsi says some of the water problems experienced in some communities could have been easily resolved had local authorities stuck […] todayDecember 21, 2023 6
insert_link South Africa SA’s Health Department reiterates its plan to place medical graduates The SA Health Department has moved to clarify that it has plans to place medical graduates. This is to refute claims made by News24 that the government is failing to make progress when it comes to placements. Officials say they are concerned that information published is misleading medical interns and community service doctors. The department’s Luvuyo Bayeni confirmed that much progress has been made. . todayDecember 21, 2023 21
insert_link South Africa Western Cape police commissioner vows to get rid of officers who transgress Western Cape Police commissioner Thembisile Patekile has vowed to rid the provincial service of officials who transgress the law and departmental prescripts. Two police constables from Nyanga police station appeared in the Simon’s Town Magistrate’s Court today following their arrest as part of an investigation into illicit activities involving a taxi boss. Police spokesperson Novela Potelwa says they are accused of allowing a member of the public to make use […] todayDecember 21, 2023 19
insert_link South Africa The DA in the Eastern Cape is urging urgent action to ensure road safety The DA in the Eastern Cape is urging urgent action to ensure road safety this festive season, as the province’s roads face severe challenges. Potholes, fading markings and missing signage contribute to a dangerous environment, leading to numerous fatal accidents. According to the party, the province has allocated only 800-million-rand for road maintenance, falling short by three-billion-rand, with surfaced roads beyond repair. The DA’s Marshall von Buchenroder demands the promised […] todayDecember 21, 2023 2
insert_link South Africa More than 1300 workers remain underground at a platinum mine in North West of South Africa The National Union of Mineworkers of South Africa has confirmed that 1,349 mineworkers remain underground at Impala Platinum’s Bafokeng Rasimone mine in Rustenburg, North West. Among them, 669 workers are situated at the north shaft, and 680 are at the south shaft, refusing to surface after reporting for duty on Monday morning. The standoff between the workers and the mine revolves around several issues, including disputes over pension fund payouts, […] todayDecember 21, 2023 8
