As the sun rises this chilly Wednesday morning, many South Africans are already out and about, heading to the polls, to exercise their democratic right to elect the country’s fifth government. … [Read more...]
SA celebrates Freedom Day
Today the country marks two decades since South Africans of all races voted in its first free and fair election in 1994, ushering in a new democratic dispensation. … [Read more...]
Inroads in war against rhino poaching
Skukuza - South African National Parks (SANParks) authorities say gains are being made in the war against rhino poaching, with eight suspected poachers arrested in the past week. … [Read more...]
Call for help from Music Lovers
Radio presenter, film and musical director, singer, song-writer and all round music lover Jon Savage releases the trailer today for his latest feature film – Stone Cold Jane Austen. … [Read more...]
Shrien Dewani finally charged
Honeymoon murder accused Shrien Dewani has been formally charged with five counts, including the murder of his wife, Anni Dewani. … [Read more...]
SA committed to peace in Africa
Africa - Defence and Military Veterans Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has reiterated South Africa’s commitment to playing a major role in peacekeeping efforts on the continent. … [Read more...]
Political Parties to contest election
A total of 29 parties will contest the national elections on 7 May, following Tuesday’s deadline for parties to submit all outstanding documentation and pay election deposits. … [Read more...]
R50bn to revive SA’s railway system
In a big move to revitalise South Africa’s rail system, Transnet has awarded a R50 billion contract for the building of 1 064 modern and technologically advanced locomotives. … [Read more...]
SKA gets R1.7bn British injection
Science and Technology Minister Derek Hanekom has welcomed a UK contribution of R1.7 billion to the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project. … [Read more...]
SAA considers pilot programme
National carrier South African Airways (SAA) is investigating the possibility of using the in-flight relief pilot programme as a meaningful contribution towards the development of future pilots. … [Read more...]