EFF leader Julius Malema has accused the DA-led City of Cape Town of failing to provide adequate housing, sanitation and basic services to residents living in informal settlements. Malema made the remarks during the party’s Tshela Thupa rally at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Saturday, as the EFF stepped up its campaign ahead of Wednesday’s Local Government Elections. He challenged the DA’s description of Cape Town as the best-run city in the country, arguing that many informal settlements remain without…
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has notified the University of Venda Council of his intention to appoint an independent assessor following escalating governance challenges at the institution.The decision comes after recent developments, including the precautionary suspension of the university’s Vice-Chancellor and Principal and its Chief Operating Officer. According to the Department of Higher Education and Training, Manamela met the university’s executive management and council on 5 June after anonymous allegations were levelled against the two senior officials. The…
The inquest into the disappearance of North West anti-apartheid activist Boiki Tlhapi has been postponed to November 2026 as authorities continue efforts to uncover the truth surrounding his decades-long disappearance. The Mahikeng High Court confirmed that the inquest will resume from 16 to 27 November 2026 following a preliminary hearing held on Monday. National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) North West spokesperson Lindiwe Mabasa said the postponement was necessary to allow parties to complete important pre-trial processes. “These include submissions by the…
IDAC Head Andrea Johnson has invoked her right against self-incrimination during her appearance before the Madlanga Commission, saying she could not answer questions related to allegations that she leaked police dockets to Crime Intelligence Deputy Head Feroz Khan. Johnson appeared before the inquiry as part of ongoing investigations into allegations involving law enforcement, intelligence operations and the handling of sensitive police information. During proceedings, she informed the commission that responding to certain questions could potentially expose her to self-incrimination. The…