insert_link South Africa Fourteen people die in a collision in the Eastern Cape Fourteen people have died in a collision on the N9, 30 kilometers from Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape. A minibus and an SUV collided in the early hours of yesterday morning. Emergency services were on the scene, but the number of injured remains unconfirmed. Eastern Cape Transport Department spokesperson, Makhaya Komisa has urged motorists to exercise caution in the area: todayDecember 17, 2024 5
insert_link South Africa In S.A, ATM Leader Optimistic About Resolving EFF-MK Party Tensions South Africa's Africa Transformation Movement leader Vuyo Zungula believes tensions between the EFF and MK Party can be resolved following leadership defections. Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, on the sideline of MK Party's first anniversary, Zungula called for dialogue between party leaders to mend the rift, emphasising unity within the progressive caucus. He highlighted that collaboration among diverse political parties fosters growth and strengthens collective efforts: todayDecember 17, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics Airports Company South Africa prepares for record festive travel Airports Company South Africa says it is ready to welcome record passenger volumes this festive season. Plans are in place to ensure smooth travel at its airports nationwide. During a briefing, ACSA's Group Executive Airport Operations Management Terence Delomoney announced measures such as improved infrastructure, e-Gates, optimised queues, and reliable baggage systems. todayDecember 16, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa South African Presidency Questions McKinsey’s G20 Role The South African Presidency has expressed concern over McKinsey's appointment to the business engagement group that meets to coordinate the participation of business in the G20, and Bain's role in South Africa's Energy Council Project Management Office. Highlighting their past involvement in state capture, the Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya states that these appointments undermine public trust and good governance. Magwenya emphasised the need for more credible partners: todayDecember 16, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa Zuma Urges Supporters to Push for Electoral Reforms in South Africa In South Africa, the MK Party president Jacob Zuma has urged supporters to demand electoral reforms ahead of the 2026 local polls, alleging vote-rigging in the May national and provincial elections. Zuma emphasised unity and fairness in governance. Meanwhile, at the party's first anniversary celelbrations at the Moses Madiba stadium in Durban, deputy president John Hlope cautioned against internal divisions and criticised the ANC-DA government of national unity as […] todayDecember 16, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa Suspect Arrested in South Africa for Murder of Two Police Officers and Two Elderly Women A suspect has been arrested following the murder of two police officers and two elderly women in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal. Provincial police commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, condemned the tragic attack which occurred during a crime scene investigation. Police spokesperson Jay Naicker says officers tracked the 38-year-old suspect to a hospital, where he was detained: todayDecember 16, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa Former South African President Calls for National Dialogue to Address Country’s Challenges todayDecember 16, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa Black Business Federation of South Africa Advocates for Inclusive Growth at G20 The Black Business Federation of South Africa calls for inclusive growth and free trade during South Africa's G20 presidency. CEO Ntsikelelo Dlulane highlights the opportunity to prioritise Africa’s interests, including reducing capital costs for developing economies. The federation has emphasised the need for the growth of small, medium and micro enterprises: todayDecember 16, 2024 11
insert_link South Africa EFF Ready for Third National People’s Assembly In S.A In South Africa, the EFF says it is all systems go for its third National People's Assembly, set to take place at Nasrec, Johannesburg, over the next three days. Some two-thousand-500 members are expected to participate in this year’s conference. The conference will elect new leaders, table political and organisational reports, and re-look at some of its policies. It will also adopt a new five-year programme of action […] todayDecember 13, 2024 16