ActionSA President Herman Mashaba has issued a strongly worded statement declaring that his party will not be dictated to by other political parties, commentators or supporters of rival organisations. In a statement issued on Saturday, Mashaba said political disagreements must be distinguished from outright disrespect. He added that he had reached a point where he would no longer remain silent while people attempted to “bully, undermine and dictate” to him and the organisation he leads. His remarks come amid growing…
Magistrates marched to the Constitutional Court in Johannesburg on Friday, demanding better working conditions and an end to what they call “financial abuse” and lack of recognition within South Africa’s judicial system. The group, representing the Judicial Officers Association of South Africa (JOASA), handed over a memorandum outlining their grievances. They say they are excluded from key employment benefits such as medical aid and housing subsidies, and lack adequate tools of trade to perform their duties effectively. Magistrates also complained…
A new initiative by the Department of Home Affairs to provide door-to-door passport delivery for South Africans living abroad has drawn criticism from opposition parties, who argue the move prioritises overseas citizens over those at home. Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber announced the Home Affairs @ Home programme this week, confirming that from 1 November 2025, South Africans applying through the department’s global service centres will have the option to receive newly issued passports directly at their international addresses.…
Heightened security measures ahead of the upcoming G20 Summit are causing significant traffic disruptions across Gauteng, with authorities entering the second day of joint provincial operations on Friday. Road closures have been implemented in Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, and Tshwane as preparations intensify for the global gathering, set to take place at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg. Among the key routes affected, the R21 between Johannesburg and Pretoria has been shut down entirely, with motorists urged to divert via the M57.…