Amandeep Singh 
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube believes the department is ready to rebuild South Africa’s education system. On 10 July 2025, she presented the 2025/26 education budget in Parliament, confirming a total allocation of over R35 billion, which is 8% more than the previous year. She described the …
South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority is facing strong criticism. People say it fails to win big corruption cases, and some blame political interference inside the organisation. According to someone familiar with the NPA’s leadership, deep divisions and hidden allegiances are affecting how cases are handled. These internal …
Former SAPS officer Tiyani Hlungwani is going back to court. He will challenge a Gauteng High Court decision that overturned his fraud acquittal. This ruling now means his trial must continue. Hlungwani used to be a brigadier in the crime intelligence division. He managed financial and administrative …
South Africans may pay more for diesel in August 2025. The latest data shows a possible increase of 60 cents or more per litre. This is due to changes in global fuel prices. Petrol May Get Cheaper There is some good news for petrol users. Petrol is …
The Standard Bank Africa Unlocked Conference has returned to Cape Town at a time when global systems are shifting fast. Economic partnerships are breaking down, climate change is forcing change in key industries, and digital power is becoming more centralised. This year’s event is not just a …
Paige Bell from Hillcrest near Durban died while working on a yacht in the Bahamas on 3 July 2025. Crew Member Arrested A 39-year-old Mexican man, who worked with her, was arrested by police. He went to court in the Bahamas but was denied bail. The case …
Parliament will investigate claims made by KwaZulu-Natal police boss Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza said three committees will handle the case. These are the committees for police, justice and constitutional development, and intelligence. Political party RISE Mzansi has welcomed this move, calling it necessary …
South Africa’s prison system is once again under fire. During a major overnight raid at Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre in Pretoria, officials discovered that Vusumuzi “Cat” Matlala, a man long accused of manipulating police structures from behind bars, was found with a mobile phone. This raid, led …
Millions of South Africans still do not have access to clean, safe water. A new report has revealed how corruption, poor planning, and weak infrastructure are making the problem worse. Many people must now pay high prices or travel far just to get water for daily use. …
Many South African companies are moving away from Eskom. The main reasons are rising costs and regular load shedding. For years, power cuts and high tariffs have made work harder. Many businesses now look for other ways to keep running without Eskom. Besides saving money, businesses want …
South Africa is now seeing the worst levels of illegal cigarette sales in years. A new study by Ipsos confirms that the trade has grown sharply, with most stores now offering cigarettes at prices far below legal limits. Over 75% of Stores Selling Below Legal Price According …
