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Young Banyana stars set to shine in crucial Lesotho friendly
South Africa's women's football team introduces exciting young talent as they prepare to face Lesotho in a crucial friendly match. Rising star Katlego Malebana leads a new generation of players hoping to cement their places for WAFCON 2025
SA truck drivers stranded at Lebombo border post amid Mozambique unrest
South African truck drivers stranded at the Lebombo border face uncertainty as Mozambique grapples with unrest. Government intervention seeks to restore order amid escalating tensions.
Four suspected smugglers arrested with 21 bags of dagga in KZN
The SANDF and SAPS apprehended four suspects, including three Lesotho nationals, in a major dagga bust during a joint operation with local police in KwaZulu-Natal.
I am the prime minister of the Bapedi nation - former Limpopo premier Ramathlodi
Former Limpopo premier Ngoako Ramathlodi has accepted the role of the first-ever prime minister of the Bapedi nation, despite criticism from some royal council members.
Stilfontein: Government provides care for 96 children from neighbouring countries arrested as part of zama zamas
Most of the illicit miners, including undocumented children, are suspected to be from SADC countries, namely Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Lesotho.
JUST IN: Boy, aged 14, resurfaces among group of 14 Mozambican zama zamas at Stilfontein
Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said all the 14 miners who resurfaced are Mozambicans who revealed that armed Lesotho nationals were forcing the miners to work at gun-point.
Water Minister Pemmy Majodina due to inspect the Lesotho Highlands Water Project tunnel after closure for maintenance work
The governments of South Africa and Lesotho have been working together on the project which includes the grit-blasting and re-applying of corrosion protection on the steel-lined section of the tunnel.
Tehillah Africa celebrates major wins in gospel music scene
Tehillah Africa, a gospel group from Lesotho, celebrates significant wins at multiple music awards, highlighting their mission to inspire through faith-filled music.
The impact of poor planning on Gauteng’s water resources
Gauteng faces a looming water crisis due to government mismanagement and ageing infrastructure, threatening the livelihoods of millions
Local entrepreneurs take their businesses to the global stage in Paris
This ambitious R24 million initiative, funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, aims to elevate the region’s cultural and creative industries on a global platform, making a mark at BIG 2024 in Paris—the largest business and investment forum in Europe.
Diplomatic community commemorates 200 years of the Basotho nation
Embassies from France, Germany, and the United States joined hands in honouring Lesotho’s legacy while reflecting on the significant alliances that have flourished over the years.
Lesotho Highlands Water Project tunnel to close for six-month maintenance,minimal impact expected on supply
The LHWP tunnel will be shut down for six months, with work aimed at maintaining critical water transfer infrastructure. Despite the closure, measures are in place to ensure minimal water supply disruptions in South Africa.
Madame President! Angie Motshekga is acting president as Ramaphosa attends Lesotho Independence Day
President Ramaphosa will deliver remarks during Lesotho’s celebrations commemorating Lesotho’s rich heritage, as well as achievements of Morena Moshoeshoe I.
Cross-border payments change welcomed
“South Africa must tighten up the regulations to get off the grey list. ”
Brace for the big freeze! Snow and thundershowers predicted for parts of SA
Light snowfall is expected over the high-lying areas of the Western Cape overnight on Thursday.
Prasa’s collapse hit commuters in the pocket
Last week, the Sunday Independent reported that Prasa acting CEO Nathaniel Roesch filed a court application to operate the AFRO4000 locomotives, which were previously deemed ‘too tall’ for large portions of the country’s rail network, which marked the beginning of the collapse of the agency
LOOK: Several cars stolen in South Africa as far back as 2017, recovered in Lesotho during Operation Siyaqoqa
Investigators went to Mafeteng in Lesotho where they found a Ford Ranger stolen in March 2021 in Berea, Gauteng, and a Toyota Fortuner stolen in Krugersdorp in May 2024.
Skiing in Lesotho: an African adventure under pressure
Some are here to ski or snowboard, others just want to experience snow for the first time.
Seychelles, Mauritius and South Africa hold Africa’s top 3 most powerful passports for 2024
The world’s most powerful passports have been ranked and these are Africa’s best.
Six arrested following mass shootings in North West that left 13 people dead
North West police spokesperson Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone said four of the suspects, linked to the Kanana Township shooting incident, are foreign nationals from Lesotho.
SANDF and SAPS intercept multimillion-rand cigarette haul in Mandela Day operation
A truck driver and a passenger were taken in for questioning when they were found to be transporting 300 boxes of cigarettes with a street value of an estimated R6 million.
Tributes pour in for musicians who died in a car accident
Moleli was best known for his chart-topping hits such as “Dumelang” with Blaq Diamond and songs such as “Nobody” and “Lerato”.
Malome Vector dies in a fatal car accident along with two artists
Also in the car were up-and-coming artist Lizwe Wokuqala and Puleng Phoofolo, both of whom sadly lost their lives in the accident.
Nedbank CIB’s partnership secures R4. 5bn for Limpopo’s water infrastructure
‘By ensuring a stable water supply, it will support existing and future industrial and mining users, paving the way for economic expansion and social progress. ’
Major changes to EFT payments by SA Banks
South African banks set to discontinue electronic funds transfers (EFT) between South Africa and neighbouring countries, Lesotho, Namibia and Eswatini.