Author: Larson Thebe
Over 185 motorists were arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers for driving under the influence of alcohol across all regions of the city. According to the JMPD, these arrests took place across the city between 13 October and 19 October. “These arrests confirm a robust week of operations aimed at enhancing public safety and ensuring road traffic compliance, resulting in the apprehension of a significant number of offenders. The high visibility of officers and continuous roadblocks were instrumental in removing these dangerous drivers from the city’s roads,” said JMPD spokesperson, Superintendent Xolani Fihla. Fihla added that this operation…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, has reminded non-provincial taxpayers that they have until today to submit their annual Income-Tax returns, to avoid penalties. The commissioner said the service has made every effort to simplify and support the filing process, through enhanced digital platforms, auto assessment, and accessible helplines. Kieswetter has emphasised the legal obligation to file the returns on time, in full, and not to abdicate their tax obligations. “Failure to submit a return by the deadline is a serious offence, and non-compliance can lead to administrative penalties and interest charges. “As part of our strategic…
Sport, Arts, and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has instructed the South African Football Association (SAFA) to furnish him with a detailed report regarding the fielding of an ineligible player, Teboho Mokoena, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho. The administrative mistake led to Bafana Bafana being docked three points and fined more than R210 000. McKenzie’s unhappiness emerged in the apology letter he sent to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, where he apologised for the debacle describing it as a regrettable incident and vowing to act against those responsible for the incident. “On behalf of the South African government…
Speeding and faulty brakes have been cited as some of the major contributing factors that led to the horrific bus accident that killed 43 people on the N1 North in Limpopo on Sunday. This is according to a preliminary report which was released by the Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy. The report, which was conducted by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) revealed that the driver of the bus drove at a speed too high for the conditions down the mountain pass. “During the mechanical investigation, it was also established that the bus and trailer only had five out of the…
The Accidents and Incidents Investigations Division (AIID) can confirm that a second missing aircraft has been found in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands this morning, Thursday 16 October 2025. The Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) said an investigation has been launched, to determine the cause of two aircraft accidents that claimed two pilots in KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. The ARCC said both aircrafts had departed in a loose formation from Secunda Airport (Mpumalanga) en route to Margate Airport on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. The aircrafts were reported missing in inclement weather, and the ARCC immediately launched a search that led to the successful recovery…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended the Inspector-General of Intelligence (IGI) Imtiaz Fazel, with immediate effect. According to Ramaphosa, the suspension stems from an investigation by Parliament’s Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence (JSCI) into Fazel’s conduct. Ramaphosa said that he has received a complaint from JSCI regarding the conduct of Fazel, and that the committee is investigating him in accordance with Section 7(4) and 7(5) of the Intelligence Services Oversight Act (Act 40 of 1994). “Section 7(5) of the Act stipulates that if the Inspector-General is the subject of an investigation by the JSCI in terms of subsection (4), he or…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has joined other world leaders by sending his condolences to the government and people of Kenya on the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The 80-year-old Odinga, who led the east African country from 2008 to 2013, passed away in India on Wednesday morning he was receiving medical treatment. Authorities said he collapsed during his daily morning walks after he suffered cardiac arrest and didn’t respond to resuscitation measures. “The nation of Kenya and our continent have lost a patriotic and selfless leader whom I knew and worked with as a friend and brother. Raila Odinga…
Proteas all-rounder Chloe Tryon has challenged the team to improve its performance during their next game against Sri Lanka in Colombo at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on Friday. This despite beating Bangladesh by three wickets on Monday, to register another nail-biting win after beating India by three wickets last week Thursday. Tryon, who was named Player of the Match, after scoring 69-ball 62 (6 fours, 1 six), said she’s optimistic that the team will get its house in order soon. “It’s just nice to find ways to get over the line, I know it’s been two tight games…
Bafana Bafana have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, after beating Rwanda 3-0 at the Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga on Tuesday to top Group C. Bafana’s goals were scored by Thalente Mbatha, Oswin Appollis and Evidence Makgopa. The team went into the match needing a win, and crossing their fingers that arch-rival Nigeria would halt Benin’s progress to the global showpiece. The Super Eagles beat Benin 4-0, to finish the group as best runners and qualify for the playoffs. Despite dominating the match, Bafana missed several golden opportunities, leaving fans at the stadium frustrated, including Sport, Arts and Culture…
The country’s preparedness to rollout a new HIV prevention method, Lenacapavir, will be discussed today at the two-day multi-stakeholder meeting organised by the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC), together with the Department of Health in Kempton Park. Lenacapavir is a long-acting antiretroviral medicine administered via injection twice a year and can be used as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to help reduce the risk of HIV infection in people who are HIV-negative. The injection has been recommended by the World Health Organisation for member states as an additional HIV prevention choice, as part of combination HIV prevention approaches. According to the…