Severe thunderstorms expected across Gauteng
The SA weather service has warned of a 60% chance of showers in parts of the province from the afternoon into the […]
SA to impose visa restrictions on New Zealand passport holders
This follows New Zealand’s decision in November that requires South African visitors to have visas when visiting the country. Source: Local News
Tshwane mayor, executives to ‘lead by example’
Tshwane Mayor Solly Msimanga delivered his report on his first 100 days in office on Monday. Source: Local News
Westbury community living in fear after drive-by shooting
The police they’ve managed to arrest two people following the shooting which left three people wounded. Source: Local News
Will MultiChoice officials be called to testify in SABC inquiry?
The ad hoc committee last week made the decision to hold off on calling MultiChoice as a witness, for now. Source: Local […]
Boy (4) dies after falling from three storey building in Joburg
Paramedics says the boy sustained multiple injuries and was rushed to hospital where he died after his condition got worse. Source: Local […]
At least 10 killed by collapse of church in southern Nigeria-resident
At least 10 people were killed and some 15 wounded when a church collapsed during a service in southern Nigeria on Saturday. […]
Zuma: South Africans must know, understand the Constitution
Some people questioned what President Jacob Zuma would say at the Constitution celebrations given the ConCourt ruling on Nkandla. Source: Local News
Dettol pastor told congregants to drink the antiseptic because ‘it’s anointed‘
Prophet Rufus Phala of AK Spiritual Christian Church in Limpopo says drinking Dettol is similar to Jesus turning water into wine. Source: […]
Police probe fatal shooting of a man at a CT mosque
The man was gunned down earlier on Friday at the Husami Masjid in York Street. Source: Local News
Vavi’s new trade union federation to tackle white monopoly capital, head on
The new federation is set to lodge a section 77 notice, to signal plans to change the economy. Source: Local News
A revert sis opinion about marriage
Marriage is not what everyone thinks it is. It’s not waking up early every morning to make breakfast and eat together. Its […]
Nopinki Fuba murder accused to spend festive season behind bars
Sibongile Nondyola was arrested shortly after Fuba’s body was found dumped near a communal toilet. Source: Local News
PHSG will now work on ‘proactively reinforcing equality’
The school made headlines three months ago when girls complained that their natural hair was considered inappropriate & untidy. Source: Local News
‘20% pass mark for maths comes with strict conditions’
The Department of Basic Education issued a circular announcing the reduction in the pass requirement for pupils in grades 7 to 9. […]
Panyaza Lesufi commended for taking action at PHSG
Three months ago black girls at the school spoke out about how they were being forced to straighten their hair. Source: Local […]
Celebrate Mercy
#CelebrateMercy -— Rabiʾ al awwal 1438: Loving the Prophet (ﷺ) Lady ‘Ā’ishah related that a man came to the Prophet (ﷺ) saying: […]
Mother adopts Islam after son was killed for converting into Islam, changes her name to Jameela
Mother of Faisal, who was hacked to death by a group of RSS workers for converting to Islam in Kodinhi, Malappuram district […]
Esidimeni: Makhura vows to take ‘necessary action’ to ensure justice
The premier says he’s aware of the painful stories of psychiatric patients who died under the care of the GP health department. […]
GALLERY: 5 bedrooms, boardroom, huge kitchen… inside the Gauteng premier’s house
5 bedrooms all en-suite, food lover pleaser kitchen… inside the Gauteng premier’s house. Take a look. Source: Local News
GP health to build EMS bases to bring service closer to communities
Health MEC Qedani Mahlangu the department has realised that the distance from the people needs to be reduced. Source: Local News
NSRI urges beachgoers to be cautious
A man was caught in a rip current at the weekend, while a 17-year-old boy also disappeared under the water in Wilderness. […]
Mokonyane hails SA/Cuba relations
Nomvula Mokonyane says Cuban engineers working in SA are a sign of unity which former Cuban president Fidel Castro fought for. Source: […]
Zuma: Remedial action in State of Capture report unlawful
Presidential spokesperson Bongani Nqulunga says the president would like the remedial actions set aside. Source: Local News
Stranded Plett Rage students assisted with accommodation
Around 40 students arrived in Plettenberg Bay without accommodation for the festival after being scammed by a property management. Source: Local News
Zuma expected to meet with ANC integrity committee today
Jacob Zuma has already been found to have acted against the constitution in the Nkandla matter. Source: Local News
Investigation confirms incidents of racism at PTA school for girls
Three months ago black pupils at the school spoke out about how wearing their hair naturally was deemed inappropriate. Source: Local News
Tau rejects claims his administration was riddled with corruption
The former JHB mayor has denied claims by his successor Herman Mashaba that his administration was riddled with corruption. Source: Local News
Malema promises to run SA like Cuba when EFF comes to power
EFF leader Julius Malema says through his socialist policies, Fidel Castro brought unemployment down to 3% and hiked literacy levels to 93%. […]
Nearly 40% of Maties students receive financial aid
The institution this week announced a tuition fee increase of 8% for the 2017 academic year. Source: Local News
Peaceful March/Protest by the Lenasia South Community
#JusticeForRita #CrimeMustFall Stand together United as one community and make our voices heard against the injustice done against the Pillay family by […]
Aung San Suu Kyi still refuses to address Rohingya Muslim ‘genocide’
Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi has vowed to work towards “peace and national reconciliation” but has refused to address accusations Rohingya […]
Dead stowaway discovered at OR Tambo International
It’s understood the body was found in the wheel well of a Nigerian Airline flight which landed in South Africa on Tuesday […]
Bail hearing postponed in Soweto baby kidnapping
This was the fourth time that nanny Nompilo Mpanza appeared in court alongside her two co-accused. Source: Local News
Zuma sends condolences following Colombia plane crash
Seventy-five people died when the plane crashed over a mountainous area in the city of Medellin. Source: Local News
Cape Metrorail commuters endure another morning of delays
Frustrated commuters are waiting around a station platform for any sign of a train. Source: Local News
Sibanye CEO: SA mine sector on a ‘knife edge’ due to political strife
Political ructions including scandals surrounding President Jacob Zuma have caused concern among investors, putting credit ratings at risk. Source: Local News
Almost 300 people affected by separate fires in CT
A fire gutted several shacks in Crossroads on Friday, while another fire broke out in Dunoon. Source: Local News
DA accuses Motsoaledi of interfering in affairs of health compliance body
The DA says the minister must explain why the OHSC can’t measure the quality of maternal health care five years on. Source: […]
Support ‘coming in from around the world’ for Douglas Forbes
Forbes is currently in hospital and is said to be fighting for his life. Source: Local News
Demonetisation: BJP bought land worth crores of rupees a week before note ban
The Bhartiya Janata Party reportedly bought crores of worth of land just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s demonetisation announcement. According to […]
DA: Eskom credit downgrade ‘a vote of no confidence’
The opposition party says the downgrade from BB to BB+ is a vote of no confidence in the power utility and its […]
Gift of the Givers hopeful for return of Steven McGowan
Steven McGowan was taken hostage in 2011, allegedly by the terrorist group in Mali. Source: Local News
Friday marks 5 years since McGowan’s Mali kidnapping
Gift of the Givers has been negotiating with McGowan’s alleged captivators since June 2015, with no luck. Source: Local News
[LISTEN] How to cash in on Black Friday fever (without shedding tears later)
Barclays Africa’s Jeff Lee says do not buy things because they are cheap, buy them because you need them. Source: Local News
Egypt-Israel relations ‘at highest level’ in history
Almost four decades since former Egyptian President Anwar al-Sadat extended a hand of peace to Israel, the two governments have reached “full […]
ANCWL met with anger in flood prone Alexandra
Community members complained slammed the ANCWL for providing support only for the Chauke family. Source: Local News
Minister Motshekga grilled about willingness to address Sadtu dominance
The issue was raised during the Basic Education Dept’s meeting in Parliament on progress made with the ‘Jobs for Cash’ report. Source: […]
Education Dept working with schools to usher in new culture
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says some issues raised in the “jobs for cash” report may require changes in legislation to strengthen […]
Doom pastor’s congregants urged to seek medical care if they were sprayed
Prophet Lethebo Rabalago is the latest so called pastor to shock people by using unconventional healing methods. Source: Local News
DNA tests to be conducted to identify body pulled from Jukskei
It’s still unclear if the body is that of three-year-old Everlate Chauke who was swept away during flash floods in Alexandra. Source: […]
Fire destroys land as crews continue to battle Jonkershoek blaze
At least 100 firefighters were deployed to fight the blaze which broke out over the weekend. Source: Local News
Not guilty. The Israeli captain who emptied his rifle into a Palestinian schoolgirl
An Israeli army officer who fired the entire magazine of his automatic rifle into a 13-year-old Palestinian girl and then said he […]
Wits students ‘disappointed’ by Habib’s response on campus rape case
Adam Habib said in an interview student leaders were behaving like US President-elect Donald Trump. Source: Local News
Search for Alexandra toddler to resume today
Rescue operations for a toddler swept away during heavy rain in Johannesburg are now in its second week. Source: Local News
Zuma not there during guard’s fatal pedestrian crash – Saps
Johannesburg Mayor Herman Mashaba tweeted that a friend of his was killed by Zuma’s blue light brigade. Source: Local News
Report: Des van Rooyen implicated in Treasury document leak
The minister has been implicated in a confidential government document leak, according to a local report. Source: Local News
WC labour dept serves five wine farms with notices of non-compliance
This follows a documentary that highlighted the sub-standard working conditions of farmworkers on various wine farms. Source: Local News
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Assalamu_Alaikum I don’t want to comment on Islamic issues but I have a doubt,Was it during this period the people were of […]
South Africa edging closer to a proposed minimum wage
Cyril Ramaphosa was speaking on the sidelines of Fedusa’s 6th national congress in Boksburg. Source: Local News
EC man arrested for raping girl (13)
A rape case was opened shortly after the Thursday attack and the 30-year-old man was apprehended earlier on Friday. Source: Local News
Mthembu: Truant MPs have shown disrespect for public & Parliament
The ANC chief whip has announced a crackdown on some of the party’s MPs who he says bunked Parliament. Source: Local News
Sold like cows and goats: India’s slave brides
The first time Muklesha was sold, she was just 12 years old. Her buyer was a man in his 70s. Marriage and […]
Cops probe kidnapping, hijacking at Gauteng orphanage
A gang of at least six men allegedly hijacked an ambulance last night and held paramedics at gun point before kidnapping four […]
Assalamalaikum it would’ve
Assalamalaikum it would’ve been great if there were references provided to the hadiths below them. jazakhallah khair Source: HOTD
Mahlobo says claims he’s involved in illegal rhino horn trade requires proof
The minister is adamant a documentary implying he had close ties with a rhino horn smuggling syndicate is devoid of truth. Source: […]
As a Muslim, how do I tell my child the new president doesn’t like us?: Mehdi Hasan
Did she win?” My bleary-eyed nine-year-old had fallen asleep on our couch the previous night, as the polls closed in Florida. When […]
Kathrada Foundation: Coffin assault a ‘hideous act of racism’
A pair of white men are accused of assaulting Rethabile Mlotshwa and forcing him into a coffin and threatening to set it […]
LSMA Tribute Awards Jalsah – Masjid Uthman Gani
Lenasia South Muslim Association invites you to our first ever Tribute Awards Jalsa, in honour of our Imaams, Muazzins, and Employees. Program […]
Another Eskom board member resigns
Mark Pamensky has reportedly left the parastatal after a two-year tenure. Source: Local News
Tshwane ready to deal with floods, weather related disasters
Tshwane Mayor Solly Msimanga says the city is doing what it can with its infrastructure to mitigate the effects of flash floods. […]
Law Commission Chairman on Uniform Civil Code: Each religion would continue to have personal laws
At a time when the clamour against the government’s move towards Uniform Civil Code is growing, the Law Commission Chairman Justice BS […]
Zuma to visit families affected by flash floods in Alexandra
The president is today expected to visit the families affected by last week’s heavy rain & flooding near the Jukskei River. Source: […]
Demonetisation: Monthly bank deposits in Sept at Rs 5.98 lakh cr, highest in 2 years
Written by Sandeep Singh In one of the highest monthly bank deposit mobilisation over the last two years, September 2016 saw an […]
Reports of a tornado in JHB south
The extent of the damages is not known at this stage and No fatalities have been reported. Source: Local News
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tum mai sy jo shakhs koi burai dekhy to ussy hath sy mita dy’ ager us ki estetaat na ho to zubaan […]
Police search for body of unknown person after legs wash up at Gordon Bay beach
The limbs were discovered at different times on Gordon’s Bay main beach on Friday. Source: Local News
Department hopes for more rain to boost Vaal Dam
Only a slight 0.4 percent increase has been recorded at the dam, amid heavy rains which resulted in flash floods Source: Local […]
Bride’s father in Bihar’s Kaimur suffers stroke, dies fearing rejection of dowry in form of scrapped 500,1000 notes
In a fallout of demonetisation, a bride’s father suffered a massive stroke on Friday afternoon in Bihar’s Kaimur district and later died […]
UDM welcomes Brian Molefe’s resignation, asks Zuma to follow suit
United Democratic Movemonet says Molefe’s resignation should encourage Jacob Zuma to follow suit. Source: Local News
Mcebo Dlamini urges Wits to allow students to write exams
Dlamini says the university should consider the psychological impact of the protests on students. Source: Local News
Protests against Donald Trump’s win turn violent
Protests in the US against Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s election victory have turned violent as demonstrators take to the streets for […]
Fransman cries foul over suspension
The ANC’s national disciplinary committee found Fransman guilty on two counts of misconduct on Thursday. Source: Local News
Parts of Tshwane in the dark following thunderstorms
The city says technicians are trying to restore power s and residents and businesses should have supply soon. Source: Local News
‘Trump’s economic plans won over American voters’
The Republican candidate beat Democrat Hillary Clinton in a landslide victory yesterday. Source: Local News
Mbeki challenges private sector to do more for SA
The former president says the private sector needs to play a bigger role in helping to solve the problems in the country. […]
Gordhan named Business Leader of the Year
Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan walked away with the title at the annual Sunday Times Top 100 Companies Awards. Source: Local News
Zandspruit community sees third mob justice attack in as many months
Community leader Kenneth Lekalakala says incidents of this nature are on the rise in the area. Source: Local News
NPA rubbishes claims additional investigators brought into Sars probe
It was reported that the NPA and the Hawks are working to speed up the completion of the inquiry in order to […]
UJ expresses sadness after first year student shot & killed
Twenty-one-year-old Kelvin Baloyi was murdered at private student accommodation at the weekend. Source: Local News
A dark trade: Rape videos for sale in India
In kiosks in Uttar Pradesh, videos of what appear to be rapes from around the country are sold for less than $3 […]
Mathole Motshekga latest within the ANC to call for Zuma’s resignation
ANC NEC member Mathole Motshekga has written an open letter on the principle of appealing to the conscience of Jacob Zuma. Source: […]
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assalamualaikum! Can any brother or sister tell me the three conditions by which we can say a person is good. 1. travelling […]
SAHRC in talks over hate speech incidents at universities
This comes amid several complaints of hate messages which have surfaced on campuses around the country. Source: Local News
Water restored to some JHB, PTA areas with more warnings of water cuts
Several dams and reservoirs in Gauteng are running low this weekend affecting water supply in several areas. Source: Local News
Pravin Gordhan writes thank you letter to South Africans
Gordhan, writing on behalf of his family and himself, says they are all humbled by the support. Source: Local News
Dignity SA confident of victory in right to die case
Dignity SA says the topic is complex, but the decision to grant critically ill patients the right to die should be a […]
Nzimande: Govt must do more to support poor students
The Higher Education Minister says one of the problems facing SA’s universities is the high failure rate, especially among students supported by […]
Marius Fransman skips disciplinary hearing
In January this year Louisa Wynand, a woman Fransman hired to work for him, claimed he fondled her. Source: Local News
Auditor-General has stern words for municipal managers
AG Kimi Makwetu stressed the importance of accounting officers adhering to the Public Finance Management Act. Source: Local News
