Author: Motlhaping Modise
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) says it is pleased with the way the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams are progressing, as they reached the halfway mark. According to the department, the overall administration of the exams thus far continues to proceed smoothly, with stability, integrity, and efficiency across all nine provinces. More than 920 000 candidates are currently writing their final examinations at 6 800 examination centres nationwide. “Despite the scale and logistical complexity of this process, most sessions have unfolded without disruption, a reflection of the strength of the DBE’s examination systems, the dedication of invigilators and…
Christmas came early for workers in the tyre sector as they’re set to experience a significant upsurge on their salaries after the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) clinched a three-year wage deal on their behalf. According to NUMSA spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, the union has reached a worthwhile deal with the employers, comprising an annual across-the-board wage increase of 5.5% from July 2025, followed by 5% in both 2026 and 2027. “These increases will be applied annually and are backdated to the effective start date of the agreement. In addition to the across-the-board increases, NUMSA secured a commitment…
The South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) has warned that the low-cost carrier airline FlySafair will have itself to blame should the ongoing protracted wage negotiation deadlock continue. SACCA is the majority union, accounting for 62% of the 800 workers at the country’s largest domestic airline. Speaking on YOUFM Newshour, SACCA President Advocate Christopher Shabangu said that the union has not embarked on a strike yet, nor does it wish to go on strike amid an ongoing wage dispute with the employer. “We are not picketing, we are not on strike, but our members have been locked out by the…
The City of Tshwane Municipality has achieved a historic milestone, collecting R4 billion in revenue in the month of October. The city said that this historic financial achievement underscores its commitment to excellence, accountability, and sustainable growth. Speaking on YOUFM Newshour the Acting Executive Mayor and Member of Mayoral Committee responsible for Finance Eugene Modise welcomed the achievement as a testament to the city’s commitment to financial sustainability, responsible governance, and enhanced service delivery. “I want to attribute this achievement firstly to the employees who are working at the city’s finance office, their dedication and hard work and a combination…
A Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC) at the Bojanala Platinum District Municipality in the North West facing accusations of forcing Expanded Public Works Programme, EPWP, beneficiaries to allegedly perform domestic chores for her and a ward councillor in Lebotloane (Moretele Local Municipality) has rejected the allegations made against her as a ‘political ploy’ and a strategy to destroy her good name. Winnie Sono responsible for Special Projects and her accusers appeared before the municipality’s troika committee established to investigate allegations against her on Monday. Speaking on YOUFM Newshour the council speaker Lucky Madiba said that the committee comprised himself, the…
Former ANC President General Chief Albert Luthuli’s grandson, Sandile said that the Pietermaritzburg High Court ruling that he was beaten to death by the apartheid police and did not die because he was hit by the goods train, has vindicated their six decades long held view that he did not commit suicide as it was reported by the police. Thursday’s judgment set aside the finding of the 1967 inquest on the matter. Judge Nompumelelo Hadebe, handed down the judgment on Thursday following the reopening of the inquest into Luthuli’s death. Speaking on YOUFM Newshour, the Luthuli family spokesperson and grandson…
The Judicial Officers Association of South Africa (JOASA) said they have no other conclusion except to believe that their long-overdue salary reviews are deliberately being snubbed by the state and the Independent Remuneration Commission (IRC). This after magistrates across the country embarked on a peaceful protest outside Parliament in Cape Town and handed over a memorandum, giving the presidency two weeks to fast-track the salary adjustments. The organisation’s president magistrate Neelan Karikan told YOUFM Newshour that magistrates’ salaries were adjusted 17 years ago. “The last major review was done about 17-years ago, and this has been in the pipeline for…
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry Into Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) cases has revealed frustration and feel undermined by lack of compliance by certain government departments and agencies. The commission said various requests for information, notices and directives made over the last two months, have been ignored by these stakeholders. The commission is investigating why there have been delays and obstacles in prosecuting TRC cases or apartheid-era crimes and to determine if political interference was a factor. President Cyril Ramaphosa has in May this year, appointed the commission chaired by the retired Constitutional Court Judge, Justice Sisi Khampepe, and co-commissioners…
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) says a multinational company, Gilead Sciences, is in discussion with the South African government to manufacture the next doses of the newly approved twice-a-year anti-HIV injection, Lenacapavir. Lenacapavir is an antiviral medicine that is recommended, in combination with safer sex practices, for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to prevent HIV-1 infection in adults and adolescents weighing at least 35 kg. SAHPRA Chief Executive officer, CEO Dr. Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela told YOUFM Newshour that Gilead focused on developing and commercializing innovative medicines to treat life-threatening diseases has submitted their application in March 2025 and to the…
A new initiative by the Department of Home Affairs to provide door-to-door passport delivery for South Africans living abroad has drawn criticism from opposition parties, who argue the move prioritises overseas citizens over those at home. Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber announced the Home Affairs @ Home programme this week, confirming that from 1 November 2025, South Africans applying through the department’s global service centres will have the option to receive newly issued passports directly at their international addresses. The initiative will launch across 18 cities worldwide, with more expected to follow. ActionSA has condemned the development, calling it…