Nine political parties and independent candidates have expressed a willingness to work together towards a possible coalition government in the Bojanala District, with a shared focus on improving service delivery, strengthening accountability and addressing corruption beyond the upcoming Local Government Elections. The discussions took place during a coalition exploratory meeting convened by the Rustenburg People’s Party (RPP). The meeting brought together political formations seeking common ground on the possibility of establishing a coalition in Rustenburg Local Municipality and Moses Kotane…
The defence in the Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala trial has challenged evidence about an alleged escape plot involving co-accused Musa Kekana, arguing that the State is relying on information from an unidentified doctor. The objection was raised during testimony by former Bramley police station commander Colonel Owen King at the Johannesburg High Court. King told the court that he ordered Kekana’s removal from Edenvale Hospital and his transfer to the Bramley police cells after receiving information that he was allegedly planning…
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has cautioned motorists and pedestrians to exercise extreme caution on the roads due to adverse weather conditions and high winds affecting various parts of the city. The warning comes after severe weather caused waterlogged soil and uprooted trees, leading to multiple road obstructions and hazardous driving conditions across Johannesburg. According to JMPD spokesperson Superintendent Xolani Fihla, fallen trees and storm debris have caused significant traffic disruptions across several key routes. “Currently, Cooper and Beryl…
The Gauteng Department of Education is considering alternative strategies to address persistent capacity challenges within the province. The Gauteng Department of Education faces significant difficulties, as existing school infrastructure cannot accommodate the high demand for learner placements. The Department has received 805,688 applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 for the 2027 academic year, representing 346,877 learners. MEC Lebogang Maile says this calls for alternative classrooms and learning solutions to ease the pressure. “Fiscal constraints and delays in conventional brick-and-mortar…