Author: Silver Sibiya
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the Africa Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town on Tuesday, as South Africa seeks to position the continent as a major player in the global green hydrogen economy. Ramaphosa will address the summit virtually at 9am. The two-day event, hosted by Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, runs from 15 to 16 September. The summit brings together African governments, international investors, civil society, academics and technology experts to discuss the continent’s potential in the emerging green hydrogen sector. Green hydrogen is seen as an opportunity for South Africa and other…
Gauteng police arrested 1,154 suspects for various crimes during a province-wide crime operation over the weekend. The arrests were made during Operation Shanela II, which targeted criminal activity and other law violations across the province. Police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko says the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to combat crime and ensure the safety of communities across Gauteng. Among those arrested were 110 motorists for driving under the influence of alcohol, while 160 undocumented foreign nationals were arrested for allegedly contravening the Immigration Act. Gauteng Acting Provincial Commissioner Major General Fred Kekana led the operation in the Atteridgeville and…
Stellenbosch FC needed a late equaliser from veteran striker Bradley Grobler to salvage a 1-1 draw against Sekhukhune United in the Betway Premiership at Athlone Stadium on Friday night. Sekhukhune appeared on course for victory after Bethuel Muzeu broke the deadlock in the 62nd minute, but Grobler struck three minutes from full-time to deny Babina Noko all three points. The result continued the remarkable pattern between the two sides, with Friday’s stalemate their eighth draw in their last 12 meetings. The opening half produced little in the way of attacking threat, with both teams struggling to establish any sustained rhythm…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in New Delhi, India, where he will participate in the 18th BRICS Summit and seek to deepen trade, investment and economic cooperation between South Africa and fellow BRICS members. The summit takes place from 12 to 13 September at Bharat Mandapam under India’s chairship, with the theme: “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Security”. Ramaphosa is scheduled to deliver remarks at the BRICS Business Forum on Friday, where he is expected to focus on trade and supply chains, agriculture, women-led development, the digital economy and innovation. The forum brings together BRICS leaders, business representatives, investors…
Six Nigerian nationals accused of defrauding more than 100 women in the United States of more than R100 million through online romance scams are being extradited from South Africa to the US. The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the Hawks, is working with INTERPOL South Africa to facilitate the extradition on Friday. The six men are allegedly members of the Black Axe organised criminal network and are wanted by US authorities on charges including wire fraud and money laundering. According to the Hawks, the suspects allegedly targeted more than 100 women in the US, including pensioners…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected allegations of vote-buying at African National Congress (ANC) elective conferences, saying the practice is unacceptable within the governing party. The comments follow allegations by ANC National Executive Committee member Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma that Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula bought votes during the ANC’s 2022 National Conference, where he was elected to the position. The allegations have renewed scrutiny of the ANC’s internal electoral processes and the integrity of leadership contests ahead of the party’s next national leadership contest. Speaking in Thembisa, Ekurhuleni, on Wednesday during the ANC’s door-to-door campaign ahead of the 4 November Local Government Elections,…
President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to India this weekend to participate in the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Ramaphosa will attend the summit at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the gathering scheduled for 12 and 13 September under India’s chairship. This year’s theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Security”. The summit will focus on strengthening cooperation among BRICS members, with discussions expected to cover trade and investment, financial and institutional cooperation, development, and reform of global governance institutions. The expanded BRICS grouping includes Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia,…
Kaizer Chiefs have parted ways with midfielder Thabo Cele by mutual agreement, with the player now reportedly set to join reigning African champions Mamelodi Sundowns. Cele has completed his medical with Sundowns and is understood to have signed with the club after talks between the two parties progressed swiftly, according to information reaching FARPost. The club is expected to officially announce the deal. Chiefs confirmed on Monday that Cele’s contract had been terminated following “constructive discussions” between the two parties. The decision allows the KwaMashu-born midfielder to pursue a new opportunity as Chiefs continue reshaping their squad ahead of the…
The African National Congress says it has taken its dispute with the Electoral Commission (IEC) over the lodgement of its candidates for the 2026 Local Government Elections to the Electoral Court. ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says the party lodged 9,128 candidates across the country, with 8,947 currently registered with the IEC. Mbalula was briefing the media in Johannesburg on Tuesday, as the party sought to explain what led to some of its candidates not being registered ahead of the 4 November local government elections. He said 181 ANC candidates were received by the IEC’s electronic system on 28 August but…
DStv is overhauling its subscription packages, giving South African viewers more choice over what they pay for, with prices ranging from R99 to R799 a month. MultiChoice and Canal+ unveiled the new packages on Monday, with the changes set to take effect from 17 September 2026. The new line-up is: The overhaul is one of the biggest changes to DStv’s package structure in years and comes as the traditional pay-TV business faces mounting competition from streaming services and pressure from consumers looking to cut monthly costs. What does each package offer? Starter – R99 The entry-level package is aimed largely…