insert_link South Africa SA Justice Minister approves investigation into Apartheid-era SADF shootings National Prosecuting Authority of South Africa (Photo: SABC) South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority has welcomed the approval of an inquest into the 1993 killing of five children in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi authorised the inquest. The children, aged between 12 and 17, were shot dead by the apartheid-era South African Defence Force at the home of PAC activist Sigqibo Mpendulo. NPA spokesperson Luxolo Tyali […] today9 September, 2025
insert_link South Africa Eastern Cape flood toll climbs to 95 as SANDF, NGOs ramp up relief efforts Eastern Cape floods. Photo: Daily Maverick The death toll from the devastating floods in South Africa’s Eastern Cape has risen to 95, as search and recovery operations continue across hard-hit districts. Provincial spokesperson Khuselwa Rantjie confirmed that 95 bodies have been recovered, with 86 identified and claimed by families. The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has joined provincial search teams, with additional support deployed from the North West government, […] today24 June, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Oshikandjo Eastern Cape nena osha lili iihakanwa 92 yomafundja, ngoka ga dhenge moshitopolwa oshiwike sha piti,noku tululula aantu omayovi Omagumbo omayovi,oondjila,ooskola nomandiki guuhaku oya thigwa ya yonagulwa komafundja. Aantu ya konda 4 300 oya thigwa yaahena omagumbo,shiikwatelela kepangelo. Omupresitend Cyril Ramaposa okwati omafundja ogeli oshilanduli shelunduluko lyonkalo yombepo. Onzonkundana yo AFP oya lopota kutya epangelo mo Eastern Cape olyati aantu 31 yomaantu 92 mboka ya hulithile momafundjaa aanona,nolya pula aantu moshikandjo ya kuthe okathimbo keimweneno nena potundi onti 11 yongula. Niituthi ayihe inaayi endela moshikandjo oyuundulilwa komeho. Omudhingoloko gwa […] today19 June, 2025
insert_link Environment Death toll rises in Eastern Cape floods Torrential rains, heavy snowfall, and fierce cold winds swept through South Africa’s Eastern Cape this week, resulting in at least 78 deaths, including four children whose school bus was swept away near Mthatha, officials confirmed. Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane described the situation as “tragic,” noting that the death toll is expected to rise as rescue teams continue their efforts. Authorities recovered six bodies from the minibus—four students, the driver, […] today12 June, 2025
