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Suspects in AKA murder case to appear in court

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The six suspects arrested in the murder case of musician Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, known as AKA, and his friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane are due to appear in court on Thursday.

Murder of Soweto doctor condemned 

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has strongly condemned the recent tragic murder of a medical doctor in Dobsonville, Soweto. 

Well-known Dr Michael Isabelle was tragically shot during an armed robbery at his medical facility and succumbed to his injuries at a nearby hospital on Saturday. 

“It is deeply troubling that he lost his life simply for refusing to surrender his laptop and phones to the suspects,” the committee said. 

The committee has described the incident as utterly unacceptable and regrettable.

R1 billion investment to boost tugboat availability

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is injecting a R1 billion investment in its marine fleet renewal programme through the acquisition of seven tugboats aimed at enhancing marine operations at its commercial seaports.

Transnet expands port to meet industry demands

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

In its ongoing drive for port expansion and operational performance improvement, Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) is repositioning its Western Region ports of Cape Town, Mossel Bay and Saldanha for the provision of world-class port infrastructure to support the regions’ booming shipping demand.

African nations adopt digital and social media guidelines

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The Association of African Election Authorities (AAEA) on Tuesday reached a significant milestone in an effort to harness the benefits of digital and social media, as well as mitigating its potential harms.

SARS takes legal action against Sasfin Bank

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

The Commissioner for the South African Revenue Service (SARS), Edward Kieswetter has confirmed that the revenue service has instituted legal proceedings against Sasfin Bank.

Spotlight on GBV action plan

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Government and civil society continue to forge a collaborative approach to ensure the implementation of the National Strategic Plan on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF-NSP). 

Mpumalanga ready to host Presidential Imbizo

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Preparations are well underway for the Presidential Imbizo to be held next Wednesday at the Sy Mthimunye Stadium in the Emalahleni Local Municipality, Nkangala District, Mpumalanga.