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ANC accused of failing Johannesburg’s residents in the wake of Usindiso fire tragedy

Following an oversight visit to Lillian Ngoyi Street and the Usindiso Building, DA provincial caucus leader, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku, voiced her party’s frustration with the state of the rebuilding efforts.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Amapiano love: how a solo female traveller was inspired by music to explore South Africa

Discover how the infectious beats of Amapiano led American traveller Mimi Pinkjested to explore South Africa's rich culture and landscapes.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Request to relocate sons to Israel denied

A mother of two sons will have to return to Israel without her children after the Gauteng High Court found it is better and safer for them to grow up in South Africa with their father.

Cape Times News
Zelda Venter|Published

High Court blocks mother's attempt to relocate sons to Israel amid visa issues

A mother facing deportation from South Africa is denied permission by the Gauteng High Court to take her children to Israel, as the judge prioritises their best interests amid concerns over safety and stability.

Cape Argus News
Zelda Venter|Updated

Legal battle over beloved showjumping horse Evening Storm

A legal dispute has arisen over Evening Storm, a showjumping gelding, as his owner, Lindsi Wood, seeks to reclaim him from veterinarian Michelle Miller, who claims the horse was a gift. The Gauteng High Court is now involved in this time-sensitive matter

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Gauteng High Court rules against mother seeking to take her sons to Israel

A mother of two sons will have to return to Israel without her children after the Gauteng High Court found it is better and safer for them to grow up in South Africa with their father

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Soweto resident injured after falling into open manhole: City of Johannesburg held partially liable

Sizakele Yende's injury from an open manhole in Soweto raises questions about the City of Johannesburg's maintenance responsibilities and the challenges of urban infrastructure.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Couple not silenced following posts that their daughter's "mentor" is paying her for sex

A man known as MMS faces allegations from a couple claiming he pays their drug-addicted daughter for sex, as the Gauteng High Court denies his request for a gag order against them.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Joburg Arts Gallery set for rejuvenation: A new era for cultural heritage

The City of Johannesburg is moving forward with plans to rejuvenate the long-neglected Johannesburg Art Gallery.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Container homes transforming Johannesburg's property landscape: a new era in affordable living

Discover how container homes are transforming Johannesburg's property landscape, offering affordable housing solutions and generating rental income amidst evolving regulations.

Property Residential
Given Majola|Published

From circus captivity to sanctuary: The journey of two lionesses at Lionsrock

After years of captivity in a circus, lionesses Tomoyo and Illiana have found a new home at Lionsrock Big Cat Sanctuary, where they can finally live freely under the African sun.

News Environment
Zelda Venter|Published

South African Tourism's new campaign: a soaring idea that crashed with netizens

South African Tourism's latest advert, aimed at promoting the country as a tourist destination, has drawn criticism from netizens who feel it misrepresents the nation's true essence.

Travel South Africa
Nomathamsanqa Sithathu|Published

Love triangle turns deadly: Zimbabwean man killed in brutal bakkie attack in Sandton

The woman at the center of the love triangle, Ntombi, said she has two children with the Ugandan man who allegedly murdered her ex-lover, Emmanuel Mahamba.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Lamola says SA maintains its independent foreign policy position on Taiwan office relocation

Despite the March 31 deadline for relocation, Taiwan's embassy in Pretoria remains operational, as the South African government and Taipei continue discussions on the future of diplomatic ties.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Road Accident Fund CEO denies wrongdoing in multi-million lease deal

Facing serious allegations, Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, asserts his innocence and commitment to transparency regarding a R79 million lease deal.

Cape Times News
Zelda Venter|Published

Pedal power triumphs: Limpopo cyclists roll into Cape Town to cheers and celebration

Three determined cyclists, who embarked on a 1,741 km journey from Burgersfort, Limpopo, raising awareness for gender-based violence and youth empowerment, have arrived safely in Cape Town.

Travel South Africa
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

Collins Letsoalo defends RAF amid controversial lease claims

Collins Letsoalo, CEO of the Road Accident Fund, addresses allegations of misconduct related to a R79 million lease deal, asserting transparency and cooperation with the Special Investigating Unit.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Taxi body disavows intimidation tactics against waste collectors and scholar transport

The National Taxi Alliance has strongly condemned recent acts of intimidation against Pikitup workers that crippled Johannesburg's waste collection for two days. The incidents, which halted employee transport services due to taxi operators' claims of exclusive transport rights, have sparked similar concerns in Ekurhuleni where scholar transport operators have also faced intimidation. Both municipalities have taken steps to address these disruptions which affect essential services.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

High Court rules Joburg's school property rates 'unconstitutional'

The Gauteng High Court has struck down Johannesburg's property rates policy that reclassified private schools as 'business entities', causing massive tax hikes. Judge Phaneul Mudau described the city's public consultation process as 'a sham' and ruled that the policy violated children's constitutional rights to education by failing to consider how increased school fees would affect access to education.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

Electoral irregularities prompt parties to demand IEC reforms ahead of 2026 polls

Following the Patriotic Alliance's victory in Johannesburg's Ward 82 by-election, multiple parties filed formal complaints alleging serious electoral irregularities, including suspicious voter registrations with up to 70 voters registered at a single three-bedroom house.

Cape Times News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Electoral irregularities prompt parties to demand IEC reforms ahead of 2026 polls

Following the Patriotic Alliance's victory in Johannesburg's Ward 82 by-election, multiple parties have filed formal complaints alleging serious electoral irregularities, including suspicious voter registrations with up to 70 voters registered at a single three-bedroom house. As the IEC acknowledges these objections, parties warn that system improvements are essential before the 2026 local government elections to ensure electoral integrity.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Under pressure: KwaZulu-Natal property in doldrums while Joburg shows some recovery

The relatively low property prices in KwaZulu-Natal are influenced by factors such as economic disparities and subdued market activity.

Property Residential
Given Majola|Published

Joburg residents to receive waste collection this weekend as Pikitup ends work stoppage

Johannesburg waste management will resume this weekend as Pikitup launches an urgent recovery plan after a two-day strike. Workers at all 12 depots had downed tools over transport service disputes with the taxi industry, causing widespread disruption across the city. Residents should check the revised collection schedule and place bins outside on designated days.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Patriotic Alliance unseats DA in crucial Joburg ward by-election

PA leader Gayton McKenzie declared his party 'the fastest growing in South Africa' as they prepare to contest upcoming Northern Cape by-elections with new momentum.

Cape Times News
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Patriotic Alliance unseats DA in crucial Joburg ward by-election

In a significant political shift, the Patriotic Alliance has unseated the DA in Johannesburg's Ward 82 with a commanding 41. 7% of votes, while the DA maintained Ward 99 with an overwhelming 98% majority. PA leader Gayton McKenzie celebrates this milestone, declaring his party 'the fastest growing in South Africa' as they prepare to contest upcoming Northern Cape by-elections with new momentum.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published