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…
The North West Department of Education has instituted investigations following the burning of a block of 4 classrooms at Boitekong Secondary School, near Rustenburg. According to the Department’s report, the classroom blocks for Life Orientation, Mathematics and Sciences, were allegedly set alight on Saturday 27 September. “The School Principal received a call from the School Governing Body Chairperson, who was informed by a neighbour that the classrooms were on fire. As he arrived at the scene, the community members were already…
Eskom’s Kusile Power Station Unit 6 in Mpumalanga, has successfully entered commercial operation and bolstered the national grid with 800MW. The power utility described this as a significant milestone and an indication of its commitment to the turnaround plan of curbing load-shedding. Eskom Group CEO, Dan Marokane expressed satisfaction that the unit returned to service within the planned timeframe. “This milestone not only completes the Kusile build programme but also reinforces Eskom’s commitment to restoring energy security, enhancing grid stability,…
The tragic death of South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, has sent shockwaves throughout the nation and the international diplomatic community. Officially confirmed by the South African government, Mthethwa’s body was discovered outside a hotel in Paris after he had been reported missing for several days. “The Government of the Republic of South Africa announces with deep sorrow and profound regret the untimely passing of His Excellency Ambassador Nkosinathi Emmanuel Mthethwa, South Africa’s Ambassador to the French Republic,” stated…