Fire erupt in Joburg CBD left emergency services on site responding to the blaze with less resources. By Mathipa Phishego Large parts of the Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD) were plunged into darkness on Friday following a fire at the Bree Street substation, City Power confirmed. The blaze has left several surrounding communities without electricity…
Six members died in N2 crash. (Supplied) By Mathipa Phishego A mass funeral will be held on Sunday, February 8, for six members of the same family who tragically lost their lives in a horrific road accident on the N2 near Mtubatuba in Kwa-Zulu Natal (KZN) on Friday, January 30. The funeral service will take…
Copper is named as a critical mineral worldwide. (James Hall) By Mathipa Phishego InsideOutNews – South Africa is confronting a global copper squeeze that threatens to raise costs for national grid expansion, renewable roll-outs, and a fast-growing data centre industry. Just as global government policy formally elevates copper to “critical” status worldwide and local authorities push their own critical minerals…
A HR official is responsible for 2025 matric paper leak. (Supplied) By Mathipa Phishego Internal investigation has revealed that a human resources official within the Department of Basic Education (DBE), was responsible for the leak of the 2025 National Senior Certificate examination papers. According to information emerging from the probe, the official allegedly accessed the…
Lulama Ngcukayitobi makes a move for chairperson position in EC. (Supplied) By Mathipa Phishego A major leadership contest is quietly taking shape within the ANC in the Eastern Cape. The Provincial Secretary, Lulama Ngcukayitobi is increasingly being mentioned as a potential challenger for the influential position of provincial chairperson. Ngcukayitobi, a former educator in the…
Icebolethu Group Founder and CEO, Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo. (Supplied) By: Mathipa Phishego In the wake of public criticism linked to a disputed insurance payout. Icebolethu Group has reiterated its commitment to prioritising bereaved families, saying compassion and service excellence remain the cornerstone of its operations. Founder and Chief Executive Officer Nomfundo Mcoyi-Zondo said that, despite operational…
Two foreign nationals arrested with chrome in Pelangwe. by Mathipa Phishego Police in Limpopo have arrested two foreign nationals after intercepting trucks transporting illicit chrome in the Sekhukhune District. According to police, the Sekhukhune District Tracking Team acted on intelligence on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, regarding two trucks suspected of illegally transporting chrome. The team…
Shebeshxt’s bail is still dragging. (SABC News) by Mathipa Phishego Closing arguments in the bail application of musician Shebeshxt ‘Shebe Mabena’ were presented this morning at the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court. As the defence and the State offered sharply differing views on whether his release would serve the interests of justice. Advocate Mokgopo, representing Shebeshxt, argued…
ANC blames Minister of Communications for law bridge. (IOL) by Mathipa Phishego African National Congress (ANC) has strongly criticised a recent government policy directive that could pave the way for foreign satellite operators such as Starlink to enter South Africa without complying with existing ownership laws. Warning that the move undermines Parliament, transformation policy, and…
Two key members of Africa Mayibue resigns. By Mathipa Phishego The Afrika Mayibuye Movement has been rocked by a wave of resignations, signalling growing uncertainty within the organization’s ranks. On 25 November 2025, two senior members tendered their resignations, citing personal decisions and concerns about the movement’s direction. In a strongly worded letter, Lucky Tumelo…
