insert_link South Africa In S.A, Seven Suspects to Appear in Court Over R350 Million Precious Metals Theft Seven suspects are expected to appear in the Brits and Rustenburg Magistrates' Courts today for alleged theft of precious metals worth 350-million-rand. The alleged stolen platinum was kept for sale in Rustenburg and Brits. Hawks spokesperson, Tinyiko Mathebula, says the suspects face charges of illegal possession of precious metals and dealing in precious metals: todayAugust 8, 2024 125
insert_link Entertainment More than just a beauty queen: Miss International South Africa, Belindé Schreuder, is empowering young women across the country as she prepares for the international leg in Japan later this year Gone are the days when beauty pageants were all about external beauty. Over time these events have become multidimensional. Not only do they look at women as a whole, taking into account personality, intelligence and authenticity, but they identify women who have what it takes to serve the greater community. Belindé Schreuder is one such woman and the current title holder of Miss International South Africa. Crowned on 20 […] todayAugust 8, 2024 85
insert_link South Africa Evidence Suggests Miss SA Contestant’s Mother Involved in Fraud and Identity Theft The Department of Home Affairs in S.A says it has found prima facie evidence that Miss SA contestant Chidimma Adetshina's mother may have committed fraud and identity theft. The department believes her mother may have stolen the identity of a South African woman when registering the birth. Adetshina's participation in the pageant was met with backlash when it was revealed that her father was Nigerian and her mother Mozambican. Minister […] todayAugust 8, 2024 28
insert_link South Africa S.A’s Presidency satisfied that the seventh administration under the government of national unity S.A's Presidency says president Cyril Ramaphosa is satisfied that the seventh administration under the government of national unity has started on the right footing. Ministers appointed from seven of the ten political parties that make up the government serve in the Cabinet. Presidential spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says Ramaphosa is pleased that the ministers are working well together to serve South Africans: todayAugust 8, 2024 24
insert_link Business / Economics Govan Mbeki Lecture Highlights Need for African Infrastructure Upgrades In S.A, The annual Govan Mbeki Lecture at the Nelson Mandela University in Gqeberha emphasised the importance of African infrastructure upgrades for industrialisation. Speaking at the lecture, Volkswagen Group South Africa's managing director , Martina Biene said the African Free Trade Agreement is seen as a strategic move to boost intra-African trade and position Africa as an industrial hub: todayAugust 8, 2024 17
insert_link South Africa South Africa’ Agricultural union TLU says it is encouraged by Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen’s vision for the sector South Africa' Agricultural union, TLU says it is encouraged by Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen’s vision for the sector. The minister met with the union and other organisations on Tuesday, where the main challenges in the agricultural industry were discussed. Steenhuisen addressed four key issues that he prioritises including funding for farmers and biosecurity for animals and plants. TLU SA general manager, Bennie van Zyl, says any responsible government should nurture […] todayAugust 7, 2024 21
insert_link South Africa ANC President Ramaphosa Calls for Accelerated Renewal In S.A, ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the national executive committee lekgotla has confirmed that the party must proceed without delay and with greater energy with the renewal of the movement. He wrapped up the three-day NEC lekgotla held at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg yesterday. Ramaphosa says through organisational renewal, they need to promote principled, transformative, and emancipatory activism and politics: todayAugust 7, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa In S.A, Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has warned against bringing guns near schoolchildren In S.A, Education activist Hendrick Makaneta has warned against bringing guns near schoolchildren, citing potential anxiety for learners and teachers. Four arrests have been made following the intimidation of staff and learners at Matsediso Primary School. Makaneta stressed the importance of mediation to amicably resolve the family feud that spilled into the school, ensuring the children's well-being: todayAugust 7, 2024 29
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s The National Student Financial Aid Scheme administrator has called for enhanced stakeholder engagement South Africa's National Student Financial Aid Scheme administrator Freeman Nomvalo has called for enhanced stakeholder engagement and system modernisation to improve operations. In a media briefing, Nomvalo says improved communication and collaboration with universities, students, and other partners are essential to resolve administrative challenges and streamline the financial aid process. He added the scheme is setting up registers for irregular expenditure: todayAugust 7, 2024 14