20 h. ago Ukraine, Russia swap POWs, more than 500 other prisoners of war

Zelenskiy said 277 Ukrainian service personnel had returned home from Russian captivity

Events

25 h. ago Transport operators ready for Easter rush amid road safety concerns

Bus and taxi operators ready for the Easter rush despite road infrastructure and safety concerns.

Politics

46 h. ago Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend

As the Easter weekend approaches, the City of Cape Town’s Traffic Department has announced an increased deployment of officers to ensure road safety during the anticipated surge in holiday travel. The department’s initiative, known as Operation Exodus, offers free vehicle safety checks for long-distance public transport operators. These checks focus on critical safety features such… Read More »Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend The post Cape Town Traffic Department Intensifies Safety Measures for Easter Weekend first appeared on iAfrica.

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48 h. ago Limpopo police tighten security for ZCC Easter pilgrimage at Moria

Thousands of ZCC and St. Engenas ZCC pilgrims have converged on the area for Easter conferences.

Events

3 d. 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

3 d. ago Manhunt launched following Sophiatown scholar driver’s killing

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

Events

3 d. 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

9 d. ago Decision to evict 1 500 NSFAS funded students in Mpumalanga expected

NSFAS owes rent for more than 1500 students which was due on Wednesday.

Politics

9 d. ago Over 1 500 NSFAS students in Mpumalanga face eviction over rent

The landlords allege that NSFAS has failed to honour their payments,

Politics

1 week ago Gauteng govt intends to invoke Transport Act to address taxi violence

Gauteng Transport MEC intends to invoke the Transport Act to address escalating taxi violence.

Events

2 w. ago Free State police seize food items intended for illegal miners

They discovered 2 500 cans of energy drinks, 2 600 tins of corned meat and other food items.

Events

2 w. ago How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research

Several years after losing his father to liver cancer, Ghanaian immunologist Yaw Bediako launched Yemaachi Biotech to close a critical gap in African cancer research. The company, situated in Accra, is building Africa’s largest cancer genomics database—the African Cancer Atlas—using samples from 7,500 patients across the continent. Despite Africa’s rich genetic diversity, only 2% of… Read More »How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research The post How a Ghanaian Lab Is Changing the Future of Global Cancer Research first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago NW MEC for transport welcomes high court ruling on removal of BRP

The entity has been marred by financial difficulties and governance collapse.

Events

2 w. ago Transport Minister asked to waive toll fees at Oribi Toll Plaza

Residents have had to use the N2 and pay toll fees to travel to town, which is R40 for cars.

Politics

2 w. ago Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet

As global temperatures rise, 2024 saw a temporary 1.5°C increase from pre-industrial levels, exacerbating carbon emissions. Holidaymakers can help combat this by choosing eco-friendly accommodation, such as green hotels or eco-lodges, which focus on reducing water and energy consumption, recycling, and serving locally sourced food. Some eco-lodges are connected to public transport systems for added… Read More »Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet The post Reducing Carbon Footprint: Sustainable Travel Tips for a Hotter Planet first appeared on iAfrica.

Transport

3 w. ago Calls for Gauteng govt. to reroute Gautrain expansion investment

AA has urged the Gauteng government to redirect the investment affordable transport system.

Politics

3 w. ago Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays

With only three weeks remaining until the Easter weekend, authorities have already intensified efforts to enhance road safety. Cape Town’s traffic department confirmed that preparations are well underway, with all traffic officers fully mobilised for the busy holiday period. Last week, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy officially launched the national Easter road safety campaign, highlighting lessons… Read More »Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays The post Cape Town Ramps Up Road Safety Measures Ahead of Easter Holidays first appeared on iAfrica.

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