Author: Larson Thebe
The Department of Basic Education has announced that it has successfully eradicated 96% of pit toilets across the country. These pit toilets were identified in the 2018 audit under the Sanitation Appropriate for Education (SAFE) Initiative.The Minister of Basic Education, Ms. Siviwe Gwarube, has today announced that the Department of Basic Education (DBE) has successfully eradicated 96% of pit toilets identified in the The milestone was announced by Minister Siviwe Gwarube, during a national event in Thohoyandou, Limpopo. “In 2018, the government identified 3 372 schools with unsafe pit toilets. Today, only 141 of those identified remain. While this is…
The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi said she was heartbroken by the judgement delivered by the Gqeberha High Court, that acquitted Televangelist Pastor Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho. The trio were facing 32 charges of rape, sexual assault and human trafficking amongst others, in a trial that dragged for almost eight years. Kubayi said the scathing judgment has forced her to write to the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Advocate Shamila Batohi to seek answers regarding the case. “Today I have written to the NDPP invoking section 33(a) of the National…
Orlando Pirates have confirmed that coach Jose Riveiro will leave the club at the end of this current season, as his three-year contract expires. The announcement by the club follows weeks of uncertainty, as the Spanish mentor had not yet committed to the extension of his contract. “His professionalism and commitment to the club’s best interests prompted a timely announcement, ensuring business as usual for the remainder of the season while simultaneously creating an opportunity for the club to prepare for the future.In accordance with the coach’s wishes, the club will refrain from making detailed pronouncements at this time, reserving…
President Cyril Ramaphosa said he has noted with concern the new 30% tariff imposed on South African exports to the United States of America (USA). This after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing “reciprocal tariffs” on more than 180 trading partners across the world. “Whilst South Africa remains committed to a mutually beneficial trade relationship with the United States, unilaterally imposed and punitive tariffs are a concern and serve as a barrier to trade and shared prosperity. “The tariffs affirm the urgency to negotiate a new bilateral and mutually beneficial trade agreement with the U.S, as an…
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) has confirmed that a high-level delegation of senior officials met with counterparts in Washington, D.C., including senior officials at the White House and the State Department, to clarify misconceptions about the country, and strengthen bilateral relations. The delegation, which was led by South Africa’s G20 Sherpa and the Director General of DIRCO Zane Dangor, engaged with counterparts in Washington, D.C., including senior officials at the White House and the State Department. The engagements follow the recent visits by lobby groups AfriForum and Solidarity to Washington, where they called for the US administration…
The North West Health MEC Sello Lehari has assured residents of Bapong, near Brits, that security will be reinforced at the local Community Healthcare Centre, after a security officer was attacked by a group of people on Sunday morning. According to the department, five men brought an injured patient to the clinic and demanded immediate medical attention for the person. The department said the group was unruly, allegedly intoxicated and refused to be searched by security officials at the gate. The men allegedly assaulted a security official who was trying to intervene and maintain order at the facility. Following the…
The African National Congress (ANC) is engaging with parties in the Government of National Unity (GNU) amid Wednesday’s budget vote in parliament. This as some GNU partners have openly declared that they’re in opposition to the 0.5 percentage point increase, which was announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. Briefing the media during the ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Boksburg, Ekurhuleni, NEC member Parks Tau said the party hasn’t stopped engaging with other parties, whether formal or informal. ‘The ANC is engaging all political parties, because in essence when you go and pass a budget, you need to ensure…
Kaizer Chiefs woeful season in the Betway Premiership continues, as they were beaten 2-1 by Golden Arrows at the Moses Mabhida Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Kaizer Chiefs’ winless streak was compounded by a missed penalty and missed opportunities. Amakhosi began the game on a high note, keeping Arrows goalkeeper Nkosingiphile Ngcobo busy in the first few minutes. The pressure paid off, as Chiefs were awarded a penalty in the 10 minute of the match, after Makabi Lilepo was fouled in the box. Yusuf Maart stepped up, only to see his effort struck the upright Stepping up to the spot, Yusuf…
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi is hopeful that the Lobelo la Dipitsi Traditional Horse Racing will become one of the biggest racing events in the country. Mokgosi was speaking to YouFM during the inaugural event held at the Bloomtech Lodge in Vryburg. ‘It’s an annual event that was inaugurated today, and we believe that this is going to grow, and be an event that we host every year. It’s a collaboration between the Gambling Board and the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT). We want to transform this sector, but most importantly to market the province, to…
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the ANC new membership smart card will help the party in its renewable efforts and eradicate all the ills facing the party. Ramaphosa was speaking on the sidelines of the party’s three-day National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Boksburg. “This card and the improved membership system, it’s one part of a broader programme of renewal. It is also part of a whole rebuilding process that is going to focus on an ANC member,” said Ramaphosa. According to Ramaphosa, the new smart card has advanced technology, which will permanently keep members’ details and status online. “A person’s…