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Thursday, May 22, 2025

ANC hails Ramaphosa's 'engagement' with Trump victory

Meeting reaffirmed the centrality of diplomacy, mutual respect, and the truth in building durable relations between nations, says the party.

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Four sentenced to life for brutal murders of Cape Town law enforcement officers

Four men have been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murders of two law enforcement officers in Cape Town, a verdict officials said underscored the commitment to justice in the face of rising crime.

Chevon Booysen|Published

Two Law Enforcement officers arrested for kidnapping and extortion in Khayelitsha

Two officers from the City of Cape Town's Law Enforcement face serious charges of kidnapping and extortion after a shocking incident in Khayelitsha.

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

SA adjusts social grants budget to combat rising living costs

The South African government has extended the social relief grant until March 2026.

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Musk's Starlink has not applied to operate in SA

The government's controversial proposal to exempt Starlink from Black ownership laws raises significant questions about sovereignty and regulatory compliance.

Manyane Manyane|Published

Trump, Cyril in White House showdown

President Cyril Ramaphosa faced an unexpected challenge from Donald Trump in the Oval Office, as the US president presented controversial claims about white genocide in South Africa, turning a diplomatic meeting into a heated debate over land rights and racial tensions.

AFP and Reuters|Published

South Africa to invest over R1 trillion in infrastructure over three years

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana reveals a bold R1 trillion infrastructure investment plan aimed at roads, rail, energy and water.

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Godongwana injects much-needed boost for frontline healthcare services in public hospitals

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana responds to a heartfelt plea from a UCT medical student, pledging to restore critical health services and address the ongoing healthcare crisis in South Africa.

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Godongwana tables 2025 revised budget, introduces fuel tax increases

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday unveiled significant fuel tax increases and outlined a roadmap for sustainable growth.

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published