18 h. ago Over 250 drunk drivers arrested in Eastern Cape over long weekend

Mthatha in the OR Tambo District has been identified as a hotspot.

Events

52 h. ago Driving Licence Woes Persist As SA’s Only Card Printing Machine Remains Offline

South Africa continues to face delays in the production of driving licence cards following the breakdown of the country’s only functional card printing machine. The Department of Transport has been issuing temporary driving licences in the meantime, as the outdated backup machine currently in use is slow and frequently malfunctions. According to the department, the… Read More »Driving Licence Woes Persist As SA’s Only Card Printing Machine Remains Offline The post Driving Licence Woes Persist As SA’s Only Card Printing Machine Remains Offline first appeared on iAfrica.

Transport

54 h. ago Gift of the Givers says staff lost about 250 family members in Gaza

Sooliman says the organisation will persist with ongoing humanitarian efforts for people in Gaza.

Politics

64 h. ago Freedom Day to reflect on SA’s progress after 31 years of democracy 

Freedom Day is a day South Africa celebrates its first post-apartheid election.

Politics

3 d. ago WRC drivers reach agreement with FIA on swearing during racing

The drivers had argued that the fines were vastly disproportionate to average incomes and budgets.

Politics

4 d. ago Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has introduced urgent legislation in Parliament to scrap the impending value-added tax (VAT) increase, set to take effect in just six days. However, the move has sparked legal uncertainty over whether it will be sufficient to halt the hike in time. In an unprecedented step, Godongwana has also withdrawn the two… Read More »Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain The post Godongwana Tables Emergency Bill to Cancel VAT Hike, but Legal Questions Remain first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

4 d. ago McKenzie says SA’s living legends should benefit from their work

"We cannot simply take from our elders while giving nothing back," Minister McKenzie states.

Politics

5 d. ago Luthuli’s grandson disputes train driver’s account at inquest

Mthunzi Luthuli says that the explanation given surrounding his grandfather's death is contradictory

Politics

6 d. ago Fake cops in uniform arrested for truck hijacking in Modderfontein

Police rescued the truck driver and recovered the hijacked truck.

Events

6 d. ago ‘SA’s G20 presidency vital amid global food security challenges’

Steenhuisen says this urgent crisis can be addressed through technological capacity

Politics

6 d. ago SA’s tourism rebounds with 9 million visitors in 2024: De Lille

Minister De Lille eyes 15 million tourists by 2030 as Africa Travel Indaba approaches

Politics

9 d. ago ‘Shivambu’s Bushiri visit is disrespect towards SA’s legal system’

Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has condemned Floyd Shivambu's visit to Bushiri's church in Malawi.

Events

9 d. ago KZN to have additional roadblocks for remainder of Easter weekend

High traffic volumes have been recorded on the N3.

Politics

1 week ago Lamola Optimistic About US – South Africa Relations Despite Recent Tensions

South Africa’s Minister of International Relations, Ronald Lamola, has expressed confidence in the resilience of diplomatic ties between South Africa and the United States, despite recent geopolitical strains. Lamola emphasized that the Trump administration remains “ well disposed” toward South Africa, highlighting ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations. This affirmation comes in the wake of several… Read More »Lamola Optimistic About US – South Africa Relations Despite Recent Tensions The post Lamola Optimistic About US – South Africa Relations Despite Recent Tensions first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

1 week ago Western Cape Authorities Urge Water Conservation Amid Dry Winter Forecast

The Western Cape government has called on residents to remain vigilant and conserve water, following forecasts indicating a drier-than-usual winter for the region. According to predictions from the South African Weather Service (SAWS), the province is expected to experience below-average rainfall in the coming months, sparking concerns about a potential drought. However, authorities noted that… Read More »Western Cape Authorities Urge Water Conservation Amid Dry Winter Forecast The post Western Cape Authorities Urge Water Conservation Amid Dry Winter Forecast first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

1 week ago Hamas ready to release all remaining hostages for an end to Gaza war

Egyptian mediators have been working to revive the January ceasefire agreement.

Events

1 week ago Police can’t confirm driver’s killing in Sophiatown linked to gangs

A 60-year-old scholar transport driver was shot after dropping off school kids.

Events

1 week ago Manhunt launched following Sophiatown scholar driver’s killing

Police search for suspects following scholar transport driver's killing in Sophiatown.

Events

1 week ago PUTCO to use over 500 buses to transport ZCC pilgrims to Moria

Thousands of travelers, including pilgrims, are expected to drive through Polokwane.

Politics

1 week ago Minister apologises to WSU community after killing on campus

Nkabane visited the Nelson Mandela Drive campus this evening

Politics