by Mathipa Phishego Hon Des Van Rooyen’s harsh criticism of the Standing Committee on Finance’s most recent report, which he described as a “sell-out pact” intended to enrich the wealthy elite while worsening the economic hardships of the poor, shook the National Assembly yesterday. Van Rooyen, a well-known representative of the opposing benches, charged that…
by Kelebogile Matlou Eskom, South Africa’s struggling power utility, has revealed that 87% of municipalities approved for the National Treasury’s municipal debt relief programme are not complying with the set conditions. The announcement was made during a briefing to Parliament’s Standing Committee, where Eskom raised alarms over the deepening crisis of municipal non-payment, a major…
by Lwandiso Simanga The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has firmly refuted reports claiming that two runners died during the 2025 edition of the iconic ultra-marathon. In a statement reported by Northglen News, CMA general manager Alain Dalais addressed the misinformation circulating on some digital platforms, clarifying that no fatalities occurred during this year’s race. “The…
by Mathipa Phishego Following devastating floods that devastated communities around the province, Mthatha emerged as one of the most severely affected areas in the Eastern Cape. After days of nonstop rain, snow, and wind pounded the province under a strong cold front, at least 49 people were confirmed dead as of Thursday morning, and more…
By: Nosipho Mnyandu Congratulations are in order for South Africa’s TV personality Ntando Duma (now Ntando Rambani) as she recently wedded South African Grammy award-winning musician Unarine Rambani, who is affectionately known as Una Rams. The two tied the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony, and later shared the pictures of their wedding in an…
Mathipa Phishego Former MK Party Secretary-General Floyd Shivambu is currently out of the political spotlight after being demoted and left off of the party’s most recent parliamentary list. Shivambu’s name is noticeably missing from the list transmitted to Parliament ahead of Thursday’s final deadline for party list modifications, even though the MK Party still has…
by Mathipa Phishego The discovery of three children’s deaths, still in their school uniforms, after a scholar transport taxi was washed away by strong floodwaters earlier this week has left the residents of Decoligny in Mthatha in a state of shock and anguish. Local residents report that following an overnight search, the remains were discovered early on…
by Kelebogile Matlou The World Bank approved a $1.5 billion (R26 billion) loan for South Africa to help with structural changes aimed at renewing infrastructure and strengthening the economy. The money is in response to the country’s economic woes, including slowing economic expansion and a nearly 33% unemployment rate. The financing will primarily target the…
by Phishego Mathipa Overnight torrential rains caused the Mthatha River and tributaries to overflow, submerging homes, damaging infrastructure, and isolating communities across the region. Early morning images show two individuals stranded in trees above the water, yelling for help beneath a raging current. According to the Eastern Cape provincial government and disaster officials, at least…
by Kelebogile Matlou The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has characterized Goodyear’s announcement to close its manufacturing facility in Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape, as a significant setback to jobs in the area. About 900 people are directly employed by the facility, which has been in operation since 1947. It also supports…
