Firefighters feared for lives responding to Braamfontein arson attacks
A Wits bus, Rea Vaya passenger bus and a police van were torched around the Wits University precinct. Source: Local News
[WATCH] TUT management to protesting students: No fee increase for 2017
Professor Lourens van Staden, vice-chancellor and Principal of TUT, assured all students that fees will not be increased for the 2017 academic […]
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WCED gives Sadtu deadline to avoid court action
The union has boycotted the department’s assessment of the quality of education. Source: Local News
DA ‘surprised’ Mkhwebane won’t oppose interdict in state capture report case
Busisiwe Mkhwebane said she would abide by any decision taken by the high court regarding its release. Source: Local News
Neil Tovey discharged from hospital
Tovey suffered his second cardiac arrest during training last Sunday and was rushed to hospital. Source: Local News
US scientists find new way to convert CO2 to green fuel
US scientists say they have stumbled upon an economically practical and highly efficient way of converting a greenhouse gas largely blamed for […]
WC education dept considers court interdict in systemic tests battle
Teachers reportedly affiliated to Sadtu have been preventing the tests from being written. Source: Local News
2 suspected Tshwane house robbers killed in mob justice attack
Police were called after two gun shots were heard from a complex in Erasmia. Source: Local News
Security breach: Banks block over 32 lakh debit cards; Finance Ministry seeks report
Commercial banks have blocked or recalled 32 lakh debit cards of customers as a “precautionary” measure after being informed of potential risks […]
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CT officials nab fake abortion doctor
The man faces a rash of charges, including that of malicious damage to property. Source: Local News
Police probe assault of UCT security guards
The university says it has now decided to beef up security on campus following the incident. Source: Local News
Ramaphosa: Students raising critical issue for future of SA
Ramaphosa also condemned the destruction of property at some institutions, saying it must stop. Source: Local News
Mokonyane warns SA dam levels sinking lower
Minister Mokonyane says there is a fairly constant drop in water levels of 0.7 percent week-on-week. Source: Local News
‘State capture report to remain under lock & key’
The Public Protector says she’ll keep the report until the court action by Zuma and van Rooyen is finalised. Source: Local News
Stats SA: Consumer inflation up at 6.1% in September
Stats SA says core inflation, which excludes the prices of food, non-alcoholic beverages, petrol and energy. Source: Local News
PIC spills all on unlisted Isibaya investment portfolio
The PIC disclosed the information when it appeared before Parliament’s Standing Committee on Finance. Source: Local News
Mongolia: Facing climate change collectively
With climate change and desertification threatening their livelihood, herders form collectives to manage resources. By: Nina Wegner Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – In a country […]
TaxiChoice: New electronic taxi system to benefit commuters, drivers
The system is replacing cash payments used in taxis with the use of cards, smart phones or coupons. Source: Local News
Phahlane refutes claims Saps is targeting #Fees2017 protest leaders
Khomotso Phahlane referred specifically to the arrest of student leader Mcebo Dlamini. Source: Local News
Khayelitsha child killer to be sentenced
Bongani Dlamini was found guilty last month of killing five-year-old Anovuyo Ndamase. Source: Local News
Neil Tovey in critical condition after suffering heart attack
Safa’s released a statement saying its Technical Director Neil Tovey has suffered a heart attack on Sunday. Source: Local News
If Pakistan and 21 other countries have abolished triple talaq, why can’t India?
The All-India Muslim Personal Law Board has been mulishly opposed to abolishing triple talaq, which is a procedure a Muslim adopts to […]
At least 9 people killed after bus overturns in WC
Several people, including children, have been transported to hospital for further care. Source: Local News
Winnie Rust Murder: Teen tells court he fears for his life
Nigel Plaaitjies took the stand during his second bail application yesterday. Source: Local News
Coalition targeted Yemen funeral based on ‘wrong information’, probe finds
JEDDAH: A joint investigation team on Saturday found that the Saudi-led Coalition bombed a funeral ceremony in Sanaa last week based on […]
#Braamfontein: Were Wits students part of group arrested during clashes?
Nine people were arrested and several students left injured following clashes in the area. Source: Local News
Mbete returns state capture report
Baleka Mbete says the report cannot be handled in the same manner as other document. Source: Local News
Israel suspends UNESCO ties over al-Aqsa resolution
Israel has suspended cooperation with UNESCO a day after the United Nations cultural body passed a resolution that sharply criticised Israeli policies around […]
How to manage a mid-exam meltdown
The Independent Institute of Education shares some tips on how to get through your final exams. Source: Local News
SA faces water rationing as dam levels drop after drought
The department of water in August asked municipalities to cut water supply by 15% to preserve dam levels. Source: Local News
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Harvard report: SA hasn’t protected residents from gold mine pollution
The report said the govt gave only limited warnings of the risks and rarely engaged with residents. Source: Local News
India-Pakistan: Media on fire
India and Pakistan are once again at odds and the issue in question is, once again, Kashmir. The area claimed by both […]
Court hears that Panayiotous lived ‘separate lives’
Jayde Panayiotou’s sister read a letter in which Jayde described being unhappy in her marriage. Source: Local News
Zuma reaffirms his support for Gordhan
The Presidency released a statement saying it has noted that Pravin Gordhan has been charged with fraud. Source: Local News
State to rely on cellphone evidence in Panayiotou murder trial
The State alleges that Christopher Panayiotou hired hitmen to kill his wife Jayde in April last year. Source: Local News
UWC suspends lectures for the rest of the week
UWC spokesperson Luthando Tyhalibongo says this will allow discussions between stakeholders to continue. Source: Local News
Madonsela: Zuma keeps going back on his word in Gupta probe
Jacob Zuma has requested that Thuli Madonsela provide him with names and testimonies of witnesses. Source: Local News
Sars lawyers claim controversial unit documents are ‘inadmissible’
These documents contain information about the so called spy unit set up at Sars. Source: Local News
Tutu’s stance on assisted death welcomed
Desmond Tutu says dying people should be able to choose how and when they would like to die. Source: Local News
Zuma’s rape accuser Khwezi dies
In 2005 Fezekile Ntsukela Kuzwayo, known to the public as Khwezi, said President Jacob Zuma raped her. Source: Local News
Transport union considers taking Prasa to court over safety measures for staff, commuters
The union claims Prasa has failed to address its requests for adequate security around station platforms. Source: Local News
Well wishes pour in as Desmond Tutu turns 85
The clergyman is celebrating his birthday with close friends and family at his home in Cape Town. Source: Local News
Universities, police agree to join security plan
Universities have been criticised for their use of police and private security protection on campuses. Source: Local News
SA woman detained by Israeli authorities released
Leigh-Ann Naidoo was part of a group that challenged the Israeli blockade on Gaza. Source: Local News
‘Those with ulterior motives may have infiltrated student protests’
Khomotso Phahlane says he believes those with ulterior motives are only there to advance themselves. Source: Local News
ANC chief whip’s office salutes Madonsela for sterling job
President Jacob Zuma this morning announced Busisiwe Mkhwebane as the new Public Protector. Source: Local News
Mantashe: Students misinterpreted the Freedom Charter
Gwede Mantashe was speaking at the Black Management Forum’s annual conference in Midrand. Source: Local News
Madonsela plans to meet Zuma on Thursday to discuss Guptas
The Public Protector is looking into claims he turned a blind eye to the family’s influence on government. Source: Local News
Tembisa tornado: City of Ekurhuleni says damaged homes repaired
A hundred and twenty houses were damaged when the township was hit by a tornado, leaving 20 people injured. Source: Local News
ANC puts end to early elective conference speculations
The party confirmed it will not hold early elective conference but will have a policy conference in June 2017. Source: Local News
Bench Marks Foundation Bishop says free education is possible
Bishop Jo Seoka says SA is rich with mineral resources and can be used to fund free tertiary education. Source: Local News
No arrests yet after Rhodes University ‘arson attack’
Rhodes management says a fire was started at a basement entrance of the main administration building. Source: Local News
Thabo Makgoba assures LGBTI members of welcome in Anglican church
Makgoba encouraged LGBTI members of the Anglican Church not to view the vote as a personal rejection. Source: Local News
ANCYL commends Wits students for voting to go back to class
The ANCYL says students must continue with their education while the free higher education commission resumes. Source: Local News
Wits expresses concern over failure to resume academic activity
Wits university spokesperson Shirona Patel says tens of thousands of students’ futures are at risk. Source: Local News
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UCT students hold silent protest
The protest is in support of the resumption of lecture and academic activity on Monday. Source: Local News
SPCA wants harsher sentences for illegal hunters
The SPCA says it’s forced to care for dogs used in the illegal hunts until the legal process runs its course. Source: […]
SABC reports loss of over R400m
The SABC Acting Chief Executive James Aguma says the national broadcaster is not insolvent. Source: Local News
Police monitor Grabouw after overnight protests
Police are monitoring the Grabouw area after protests flared up last night. Source: Local News
Madonsela has no time for ‘childish claims’ against her
Public Protector Thuli Madonsela says that the claims that she is a CIA spy are unfounded. Source: Local News
AG reveals spike in irregular expenditure at some WC municipalities
The Auditor-General’s office’s briefed MPLs yesterday, saying an increase of nearly 50% has been recorded. Source: Local News
CPT security guard wounded in attempted robbery
The guard was shot in the hand and face. Source: Local News
Anti-abuse group calls for speedy resolution to child abuse case
The organization has raised concern over a 16-year old who has suffered abuse from family members. Source: Local News
Manufacturing sector producing steady returns despite poor economy
Although it bounced back from the 2009 recession, the sector’s growth has slowed down to 0.1% in 2014. Source: Local News
ANC chief whip heads to press ombudsman over misleading article
The ANC’s Jackson Mthembu says he has approached the Sunday paper to publicly withdraw claims it made. Source: Local News
Reports: ANC exploring ways for Parliament to change rules to protect Zuma
ANC Chief Whip Jackson Mthembu is reportedly under pressure to tame opposition parties to protect Zuma. Source: Local News
‘South Africans must focus on what unites them’
Ahmend Kathrada says differences in race unite us as a nation. Source: Local News
Academic activities at NMMU will remain suspended next week
Management has said it will respond to students on Monday and will indicate then whether classes will resume. Source: Local News
Brexit forever? Britain keeps the world waiting for EU divorce papers
Britain has so far been clear about what will not happen, including Britain will not get a bad deal. Source: Local News
#Fees2017: Stellenbosch University students meet to discuss way forward
Students are holding a mass meeting to discuss how to push ahead with their campaign. Source: Local News
Activists seek court ruling to bar govt’s plan to expand nuclear power
Activist groups are challenging a plan to expand South Africa’s nuclear power generation capacity. Source: Local News
Health ombudsman assembles team to probe Gauteng patient deaths
The ombudsman is waiting on the health MEC to handover all the relevant documents and records. Source: Local News
Zokufa confident new CMS post won’t clash with Board of Healthcare Funders role
Dr Zokufa will be taking on the role of registrar of the CMS after running the board for the 10 years. Source: […]
Desmond Tutu on antibiotic treatment
Tutu’s daughter, Canon Mpho Tutu van Furth, says her father picked up an infection in hospital. Source: Local News
Nene: Govt, private sector must work together
Nhlanhla Nene says he’s happy in his new role at Thebe Investment Corporation as a resident advisor. Source: Local News
Police search for clues after Cape girl’s body found
The body of a 17-year-old girl was found in Lavender Hill on Monday morning. Source: Local News
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Paleontologists uncover an ancient secret of Hollywood celebrities
It’s your beautifully bleached smile that makes you sexy! Source: Local News
Fans treated to joyous vibrations at the annual Joy of Jazz festival
This year’s festival boasted an exciting line-up of award winning local and international stars. Source: Local News
Wrap up warm today, as cold weather expected in parts of country
The South African Weather Service says there is a 68 percent chance of rain in Gauteng. Source: Local News
Designing a better future: Fashion designer Thuleka Duke’s story
The mother of two started her fashion business two years ago from home with her partner Abass Maazu. Source: Local News
UCT students vow to continue protesting
The group is determined to occupy the student union building until management addresses their grievances. Source: Local News
Marius Fransman resigns from WC legislature
The ANC has confirmed that he resigned from his position in the legislature but not from the ruling party. Source: Local News
Former NPA head vindicated by court’s decision to disbar Jiba
Mxolisi Nxasana says he is disappointed that the Presidency failed to act when he first raised his concerns. Source: Local News
‘Our highest duty is to the court’
Adv. Jeremy Muller says the judgment on Jiba is a reminder of the high standards expected of an advocate. Source: Local News
City of Cape Town to intensify education on illegal pesticides
Illegal pesticides continue to be sold in various areas in the city. Source: Local News
Trump’s fate may rest with former supporters of arch-critic Mitt Romney
Donald Trump’s lack of experience in government are a much tougher sell among well-off Republicans. Source: Local News
Religious leaders back Gordhan in open letter
Anglican Archbishop Thabo Makgoba says they’ve given their full backing to the finance minister. Source: Local News
Infant dies after being thrown on the ground in PE
A Port Elizabeth man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 4-month-old baby. Source: Local News
Police keep close eye on EFF members outside Parliament
Guarded by police, supporters wait for EFF leadership to return to the House after Jacob Zuma’s session. Source: Local News
Herman Mashaba puts brakes on bicycle lanes project in JHB
The Johannesburg mayor says he was shocked to hear that R70m had been allocated to finish the project. Source: Local News
Treasury set to verify Zuma payment
President Jacob Zuma took out a loan from VBS Mutual Bank to settle the amount. Source: Local News
Motshekga to address teachers, principals in Vuwani
Minister Motshekga will also deliver mobile classrooms to schools that were either burnt or vandalised. Source: Local News
Mafikeng shack fire cause under investigation
Two toddlers were killed in the fire in Ikopeleng Village on Thursday night. Source: Local News
Case against alleged Sassa fraudsters postponed until 2017
Thirteen suspects appeared in the Bellville Magistrates Court yesterday. Source: Local News
DA calls on Prasa authorities to ‘do the right thing’
Police are investigating after the DA lodged a complaint relating to a R3,5 billion tender. Source: Local News
