Author: Silver Sibiya
Residents of Reiger Park in Ekurhuleni have voiced frustration over the lack of police resources in their area, following a spate of deadly gang-related attacks. They raised their concerns during Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia’s visit to the community after six people were killed in Reiger Park and two others in Westbury recently. Some residents have questioned whether the minister’s new crime-fighting plan will bring real change. Community leader Lycinder Grootboom said many coloured communities across the country are living in fear. “I’m hoping this visit is not just for show because there has been an outcry in all coloured…
Zimbabwean opposition politician Job Sikhala (53) and his uncle, Alexander Ferrowst Thema (78), briefly appeared in the Pretoria Magistrates Court on Monday on charges of possession of explosives. Police allege that on 6 November 2025, the pair were stopped while driving along Kgosi Mampuru Street in Pretoria, where a search of their vehicle uncovered 26 blasting cartridges and 15 connector cap fuses. Sikhala, a former Member of Parliament and senior figure in Zimbabwe’s Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has been a vocal critic of the ruling ZANU-PF government. He spent more than a year in detention in Zimbabwe for charges…
Acting Police Minister Professor Firoz Cachalia has unveiled a new government strategy to address rising crime in key hotspot provinces, including the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Gauteng. Cachalia spoke at the Johannesburg Martindale JMPD headquarters after meeting with community leaders as part of ongoing consultations to strengthen policing and public safety. This follows the shootings that left eight people dead in Westbury and Reiger Park respectively. Two were shot and killed in October in Westbury while five others were seriously injured and rushed to hospital and few weeks later six were killed in Reiger Park and three injured.…
Vodacom has posted strong financial results for the six months ended 30 September 2025, reporting higher profits despite making a multi-million rand payout to “Please Call Me” inventor Nkosana Makate, closing a two-decade legal saga. The telecommunications giant confirmed that it has settled out of court with Makate, bringing finality to one of South Africa’s most publicised corporate legal battles. While the settlement amount remains confidential, industry estimates place the figure in the hundreds of millions of rand, potentially close to R748 million — a sum that would have weighed heavily on most balance sheets. Yet, Vodacom’s numbers tell a…
National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) Deputy President Duncan Luvuno has urged mineworkers to unite across union lines and put safety and health first, saying no life should be lost because of division in the workplace.Luvuno was addressing employees during a Tuberculosis (TB) Awareness Campaign at Harmony Gold Mine in Doornkop, west of Johannesburg, on Saturday. The event, attended by workers, union representatives and health professionals, aimed to raise awareness about TB and other occupational diseases that continue to affect mineworkers.He stressed that unity is crucial, particularly when it comes to safety underground. “We must move away from saying, this is…
Kendrick Lamar is not just leading the nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards he’s on a historic chase. With nine nods this year, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year, Lamar edges closer to breaking the record for the most Grammy wins by a rapper, currently held by legends Jay‑Z and Kanye West. His latest album, GNX, has been nominated for Album of the Year and Best Rap Album, reinforcing his reputation as one of hip-hop’s most innovative voices. The album’s critically acclaimed production and lyrical mastery make it a strong contender in…
South Africa’s global pop sensation Tyla has once again captured the world’s attention following the announcement of the 2026 Grammy Awards nominations. The 23-year-old superstar earned a nod for her hit single “Push 2 Start” in the prestigious Best African Music Performance category proving that her global dominance is no passing trend. This comes just a year after she made history by winning her first Grammy for “Water” in the same category, becoming the first South African woman to do so. That breakthrough moment solidified her as one of Africa’s brightest exports and a trailblazer in global pop culture. Tyla’s…
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says upgrading and revitalising courts across the country is vital to ensuring that all South Africans have easy access to justice. Kubayi was speaking during the signing of a historic tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) at Johannesburg High Court on Friday. The collaboration includes, government, private sector and academia through Jozi My Jozi initiative. She said justice can only be served effectively when courts function properly and remain accessible to the public. “This gives hope to the most vulnerable people who are looking for justice,” she said. “Who are saying ‘we have been…
Anti-migrant group, Operation Dudula has vowed to appeal the recent Johannesburg High Court ruling that ordered the group to stop harassing foreign nationals saying the judgment “sets a dangerous precedent” and undermines South Africa’s ability to enforce immigration laws.Speaking at media briefing on Thursday in Johannesburg, Operation Dudula president Zandile Dabula said while the movement respects the judiciary, it is deeply concerned about the wider impact of the court’s decision on law enforcement and national security.“The judgement encourages anarchy and chaos, putting South Africa’s stability at risk,” she said.The controversial civic group, known for its anti-illegal immigration campaigns, accused the…
The City of Johannesburg has expressed alarm over the reluctance of informal traders to verify their trading permits, as part of an ongoing drive triggered by a recent court ruling on illegal trading in the inner city. Acting Mayor Eunice Mgcina addressed journalists on Thursday, revealing that despite repeated calls for traders to come forward with their documents, participation has fallen far short of expectations. “Several traders listed by the court for verification have not yet presented themselves to city officials,” Mgcina stated. “We are worried about the turnout; they are not coming as we expected.” According to the court’s…