Author: Larson Thebe
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi has condemned Friday’s mass shooting at a tavern in Kanana, near Klerksdorp, that left eight people dead. According to the police, five men entered the tavern on Friday evening and refused to be searched at the entrance and a scuffle ensued. “On entering the tavern, lights were switched off and random shots were fired, as some of the patrons scampered out. Seven people died at the scene, including five men and two women. The sixth man died at the hospital,” read a police statement. Twelve other people were seriously injured and are receiving treatment in hospital. Mokgosi…
The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola has sought to assure the nation that the SAPS will ensure a thorough investigation is conducted into allegations that 95 Libyan nationals arrested at a farm in White River, Mpumalanga were allegedly receiving military training. His comments come after a police multidisciplinary team uncovered a suspected secret military camp, where the suspects were arrested following the intelligence driven operation. Military training equipment was found during the raid including licensed firearms. According to the police, the place, which was initially designated as a training site, appears to have…
The Paris Olympics will kick-off today, and for the first time in the game’s history, the opening ceremony will not be held at the stadium but outdoors at Seine River. The Parade of Nations will showcase boats carrying thousands of athletes through the capital’s famous landmarks, and more than 320 000 spectators are expected to attend along the route. Meanwhile, Team South Africa has already arrived in Paris, and is raring to go. The country will be represented by 138 athletes, coaches and support staff. Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has wished Team SA good luck for the…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed current Deputy ChiefJustice Mandisa Maya as Chief Justice of the Republic of SouthAfrica with effect from the 1 st of September 2024.According to the Presidency, the appointment follows hisconsultation with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and theleaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly.“In a letter addressed to Chief Justice Raymond Zondo on 22February 2024, President Ramaphosa informed the Judicial ServiceCommission of his intention to appoint Deputy Chief Justice Mayaas the Chief Justice of the Republic upon the expiry of the term ofoffice of Chief Justice Zondo on 31 August 2024.The President invited the…
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi has unveiled several measures to help lure investors and create employment opportunities in the province. This includes the formation of several economic councils, industrialization and economic zone across the province the province. Mokgosi was speaking during the official opening ceremony of the Provincial Legislature in Mahikeng.“We have appointed the Economic and Investment Advisory Council (EIAC) consisting of members of the Executive Council, Economists, Industry Experts, Organized Agriculture, Labour, Tourism Sector, Mining and independent Experts. The first meeting of this Council will be convened in the second week of August, followed by the Premier’s Infrastructure Coordinating…
Former Bafana Bafana, Mamelodi Sundown and Al Ahly coach Pitso Mosimane, said he is humbled and honoured after he was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Johannesburg in Auckland Park. According to the University, the award is for Mosimane’s exceptional contributions to the sport and his steadfast commitment to excellence and innovation. “I am deeply honoured and humbled to stand before you today as the recipient of this honorary doctoral degree from the University of Johannesburg. This moment is a testament to the incredible journey I have had, one that has been shaped by the power of education…
Statistics South Africa (StatsSA) has announced that the consumer price index (CPI) was 5.1% in June, down from 5.2% in May. According to the agency, the main contributors to the inflation rate were housing and utilities, miscellaneous goods and services, food and non-alcoholic beverages, and transport. “After stalling at 4.7% in April and May, the annual rate for food & non-alcoholic beverages (NAB) edged lower to 4.6% in June. Food & NAB inflation has declined from its recent peak of 14.0% in March 2023. June’s reading is the lowest since September 2020, 45 months ago at the peak of the COVID-19 lockdowns, when…
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has announced betting company Betway, as the new sponsor of the league ahead of the 2024/25 season. The announcement follows concerns that the previous sponsor and broadcaster DStv, might not continue with its five-year sponsorship deal of the PSL. “We now have the Betway Premiership as the sponsor of the league. Thank you very much DStv as Premiership sponsor. It’s a three-year sponsorship for about R900 million,” said PSL Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza when announcing the deal at the league headquarters in Parktown. The new deal comes a year before the five-year deal between PSL…
A joint effort by the Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) of the National Prosecuting Authority, the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) led to the seizure of various assets and properties valued at approximately R52.6 million across some parts of the country. The assets and properties are linked to 22 senior management officials, service providers, and entities involved in an alleged corruption network within the Mpumalanga Department of Public Works. The operation follows a high court order, which allowed seizure of various assets in Mpumalanga, Gauteng, North West, and Western Cape provinces associated with…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Climate Change Bill, National Small Enterprise Amendment Bill and the Public Procurement Bill respectively. According to the presidency, all the bills will play different roles, including efforts to mitigate the fight against extreme weather conditions, support for small businesses, government procurement transparency, boost for local businesses and fight against climate change. “The Climate Change Act, as endorsed by the President, enables the alignment of policies that influence South Africa’s climate change response, to ensure that South Africa’s transition to a low carbon and climate resilient economy and society is not constrained by…