South Africa
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Gayton McKenzie vows legal action after inmate’s media interview
Minister of Sports Gayton McKenzie has threatened legal action against the Department of Correctional Services and eNCA following a controversial unauthorized interview with inmate Jermaine Prim.
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SASSA Payment Dates: April 2026 Increases and Schedule Changes
The South African Social Security Agency has confirmed the April 2026 payment schedule, marking the first cycle of the new financial year with adjusted grant values.
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G7 Summit Faces Iran War Fallout and US Pressure over South Africa
The G7 summit faces tensions over Iran’s ceasefire rejection and US calls to exclude South Africa, highlighting divisions on global stability.
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Thabo Bester Challenges Legal Status Amid Supermax Transfer
Thabo Bester appeared in Johannesburg High Court to challenge the validity of his detention warrants and ongoing confinement in a KwaZulu-Natal supermax.
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SARB Faces Pressure as Middle East Conflict Clouds Rate Outlook
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have introduced uncertainty, prompting SARB to delay rate cuts despite a drop in domestic inflation to 3.0%.
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SAHPRA Recalls Citro-Soda Over Metal Contamination Risks
SAHPRA has recalled Citro-Soda Regular batches from Adcock Ingram’s Clayville plant after metal fragments were found on manufacturing equipment.
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Rassie Erasmus’ 2031 Deal: The Coaching Bottleneck Risk
Former Springbok Gio Aplon has ignited debate over SA Rugby’s long-term commitment to Rassie Erasmus, citing risks to coaching succession and team evolution.
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Liberty Insurance Discloses Data Breach Affecting Customer Info
South African insurer Liberty has confirmed unauthorized third-party access to its systems, compromising customer names and ID numbers as the firm faces increasing cyber threats.
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Labour Court Greenlights Disciplinary Case Against Julius Mkhwanazi
The Johannesburg Labour Court has dismissed an urgent bid to halt disciplinary proceedings against suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi, clearing the way for a 13-charge inquiry.
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South Africa braces for R5/litre fuel hike amid supply fears
South African motorists face potential record-breaking fuel price increases of up to R5 per litre in April as Middle East conflict disrupts global oil supply chains.
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DA demands answers as R637 million vanishes at ETDP SETA
The DA is pressing for full disclosure and recovery of R637 million missing from ETDP SETA, citing governance failures that impacted youth development.
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Esterhuizen anchors Proteas win to level T20I series
Connor Esterhuizen’s maiden T20I half-century proved the difference as South Africa leveled the series against New Zealand with a 19-run victory in Wellington.
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DeChambeau Leads Grace Into Final Day of LIV South Africa
Bryson DeChambeau holds a two-stroke lead over South African Branden Grace as the inaugural LIV Golf South Africa event concludes at The Club at Steyn City.
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Sharpeville at 66: A Legacy Fading Amidst Modern Struggles
As South Africa marks Human Rights Day and the 66th anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, a growing disconnect between official commemorations and the reality of local community conditions threatens to obscure the historical significance of the struggle.
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South Africa Faces Massive April Fuel Hike Amid Global Oil Risks
South African motorists face a potential R4 per litre fuel increase in April as global supply chain risks and a weakening rand intensify economic pressure.