With less than a week remaining before South Africans head to the polls, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has urged registered voters to prioritise integrity, competence and accountability when choosing their local government representatives. Millions of eligible voters are preparing to cast their ballots on Wednesday, ushering in the seventh administration of local government. The elections are expected to play a significant role in determining the leadership and development priorities of municipalities across the country. Speaking on YOU…
The South African government says it has successfully relocated the last group of migrants who had gathered outside the Department of Home Affairs offices on Che Guevara Road in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The Department of Home Affairs announced on Wednesday morning that the 274 migrants had arrived safely in Gauteng and were being settled at the Lindela Repatriation Centre in Krugersdorp. The department had initially arranged to relocate all 278 migrants, but four opted to remain in Durban, where they hope…
The Police Ministry is offering a R400,000 reward for information that could lead to arrests following the discovery of an eighth woman’s body in Ekurhuleni. Police top brass briefed the media on Tuesday night about the series of discoveries, which have sparked widespread public outrage and growing concern over the safety of women in the area. The latest victim is a 35-year-old woman whose body was found in Kwa-Thema, Springs, on Tuesday. She has not yet been identified. The latest…
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says he is recovering well after recently undergoing a minor medical procedure and is regaining strength each day. In a message to South Africans on Tuesday, Mashatile said he would continue resting on the advice of his doctors until he is cleared to resume his duties. He said work and delegated responsibilities were continuing through his office, in collaboration with government, business and other stakeholders. Mashatile thanked his family, medical team, colleagues in government and the…