City of Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has dismissed suggestions that the handover of 48 Breaking New Ground (BNG), formerly RDP, houses at Dube Hostel in Soweto is part of the ANC’s election campaign ahead of next week’s local government elections. Morero was speaking to the media alongside the MMC for Human Settlements, Mlungisi Mabaso, during the official handover of the housing units on Thursday. The mayor insisted that the allocation was taking place at the appropriate time, saying the City…
The newly formed United Progressive People Alliance (UPPA) has challenged the African National Congress (ANC) and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) to demand greater accountability from City of Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya over allegations involving a company contracted by the municipality. The allegations centre on claims that the company carried out renovations, including work on a swimming pool, at Moya’s private residence, as well as security upgrades at her home in the Eastern Cape. UPPA says it is not enough for…
The investigation into the murder of Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock has widened, with police searching for a woman allegedly linked to the planning of the killing. Hlengiwe Buthelezi is wanted by investigators in connection with Stock’s murder. Police have released her photograph as efforts continue to locate people allegedly involved in the killing. Stock was shot dead on 16 December 2025 outside the Zambesi Building in Johannesburg’s inner city. Victor Majola, who remains in custody, is accused of orchestrating the…
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) students have refused to vacate university residences, saying many face financial and logistical challenges that make returning home impossible. Students staged a sit-in at the university’s Bellville campus in Cape Town after management ordered residents to leave by 4pm on Wednesday, citing safety concerns. The students say they were not properly consulted and argue that many depend on NSFAS for accommodation and transport. Those from outside the Western Cape say they have no money…