insert_link South Africa DA in Johannesburg says another devastating fire in the CBD underscores the urgent need for proactive measures The DA in Johannesburg says another devastating fire in the CBD underscores the urgent need for proactive measures. Two people died and four others were injured in a fire at a residential building in Commissioner Street yesterday. The DA’s, Michael Sun, says the city needs to urgently address the threat of unlawfully occupied buildings as they pose a significant threat. todayJanuary 22, 2024 16
insert_link Business / Economics South Africa, Joburg building fire survivors demand better housing after their settlement floods By Kimberly Mutandiro via GroundUp Albert Street building fire survivors and activists, who are part of the Marshalltown Fire Justice Campaign, meet at the Denver settlement on the outskirts of the city centre on Wednesday to discuss their poor living conditions. Photo: Kimberly Mutandiro Survivors of the Albert Street building fire in Johannesburg and activists gathered on Wednesday for an emergency meeting. The building was engulfed in a fire in August […] todayJanuary 12, 2024 22
insert_link South Africa DA in Johannesburg has served court papers on the city for what it says is their wilful contempt of court The DA in Johannesburg has served court papers on the city for what it says is their wilful contempt of court by reappointing Floyd Brink as City Manager. The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg had ruled that Brink’s appointment was unlawful, unconstitutional, and invalid. However, the council accepted a behind-closed-doors report to rehire Brink. The DA’s, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku, says they are asking the court to find any employment contract or […] todayDecember 14, 2023 7
insert_link South Africa City of Johannesburg urges residents, visitors, and businesses to stay vigilant for the upcoming long weekend The City of Johannesburg urges residents, visitors, and businesses to stay vigilant for the upcoming long weekend and festive season. With schools closed and businesses shutting down tomorrow, increased travel is expected. Mayoral committee member for Public Safety, Mgcini Tshwaku, warns against carrying large sums of money, drinking, and driving, and unruly behaviour. The city’s Virgil James says police visibility will be heightened as part of the safer festive season […] todayDecember 14, 2023 11
insert_link Entertainment South African singer Zahara dies at 36 Zahara, the South African singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and acclaimed ballads, passed away on Monday at the age of 36 in a Johannesburg hospital. Born Bulelwa Mkutukana on November 9, 1987, she was given the stage name Zahara by her father, meaning "blooming flower" in Arabic. The New York Times reports that Zahara, a self-taught musician, sang in English and Xhosa, making her a prominent figure in contemporary […] todayDecember 12, 2023 30
insert_link South Africa ANC Headquarters raided by Sheriff of the High Court The ANC’s headquarters in Johannesburg, Luthuli House, is under scrutiny after the sheriff of the High Court conducted a raid following Ezulwini Investments’ move to recover over 100-million-rand owed for 2019 election posters. News24 reports that, while a summons of execution was served, leading to the attachment of the ANC’s bank accounts and assets, the sheriff has not removed physical assets but instead meticulously catalogued items like laptops, couches, and […] todayDecember 4, 2023 9
insert_link South Africa Johannesburg Metro Police Department have reported a fatal shooting along Winnie Mandela Drive The Johannesburg Metro Police Department have reported a fatal shooting along Winnie Mandela Drive. The motive of the shooting is still unknown. J-M-P-D spokesperson Xolani Fihla says motorists have been cautioned to use alternative routes as this remains a crime scene. todayDecember 1, 2023 47