The African National Congress (ANC) has reaffirmed its support for President Cyril Ramaphosa, dismissing calls for him to resign following the party’s significant decline in last week’s Local Government Elections. The party’s position emerged on the sidelines of its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, held at the Birchwood Conference Centre in Boksburg on Thursday, where senior leaders are assessing the ANC’s disappointing electoral performance. ANC national spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri said there was no indication that Ramaphosa should step down, pointing…
The Department of Social Development has condemned a viral video showing children consuming alcohol in the Eastern Cape while adults looked on, warning that such incidents have “devastating consequences” for children, families, and communities. The department has launched an investigation and appealed to members of the public with information about where the incident occurred to come forward. Acting Head of Communications Sandy Godlwana reminded parents and caregivers to remain vigilant and promote positive values and safe environments for children during…
The City of Johannesburg’s Emergency Management Services (EMS) will intensify emergency and fire safety enforcement operations in the Inner City on 30 and 31 December 2025. The City confirmed the operation in a statement on Monday, saying it forms part of a broader Public Safety Bylaw Enforcement initiative. The campaign aims to reduce fire risks, strengthen emergency preparedness, and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations during the festive season, a period marked by high foot traffic and increased use of…
Eleven suspects, including ten foreign nationals suspected of illegal mining activities, are scheduled to appear in the Westonaria Magistrate’s Court today following their arrest last week in connection with the possession of unlicensed firearms. The group was apprehended on Wednesday, December 24, during a joint operation by South African Police Service (SAPS) units and Sibanye-Stillwater mine security in the Westonaria area. Among those arrested are nine Lesotho nationals, one Mozambican national, and one South African citizen – a mine employee…