uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) Member of Parliament Visvin Reddy has filed a formal complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) against eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba. The complaint follows a viral video showing the mayor in a confrontation at Durban’s Sherwood Park, where he told human rights activist Yeshelen Govender, “I’m not speaking to … Read more
What Happens When a Consumer Fights a Dealership Over a Faulty Vehicle? South African consumer Moksham Soundarajan secured a refund for a R600,000 Toyota GR Yaris after a nine-month dispute with WP Motors, highlighting the role of statutory ombudsman in resolving vehicle complaints. According to the Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (MIOSA), the dealership … Read more
The Eastern Cape Education Department is investigating Kabega Park Primary School principal Andrew Jonas following allegations that he assaulted and verbally abused a Grade 7 learner during a rugby match on February 17. The department confirmed that Labour Relations officials are currently conducting a probe into the incident, which reportedly involved the principal swearing at … Read more
A 32-year-old woman reported missing in eThekwini was found safe in her own bed after a search operation triggered by a communication misunderstanding. According to Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA), the woman’s family contacted authorities last week when they could not reach her, eventually sparking concerns of foul play when a phone call resulted in … Read more
President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed an urgent application in the Western Cape High Court seeking to halt Parliament’s impeachment process. According to the court papers filed Friday, the President argues the inquiry should be suspended while he challenges the validity of the Section 89 independent panel report, which alleged he may have committed serious misconduct … Read more
Johan Barnard and Jackie Duvenage laid their two sons, eight-year-old Dean and his two-week-old brother JL, to rest in a single grave at Sterkfontein Cemetery in Krugersdorp on Thursday afternoon. The brothers, who both suffered from a rare congenital heart condition known as Shone’s complex, died hours apart on June 4 following complications from a … Read more
Gcina Dhladhla, 29, died at the Cartrack offices in Rosebank on Saturday after collapsing in a toilet cubicle. According to the family, Dhladhla had expressed concerns about her health in the days leading up to her death. Cartrack maintains that sick leave was never denied to the employee, while the family and the union Cosatu … Read more
A 27-year-old Gauteng woman is seeking a full refund or vehicle replacement after her new R923,000 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 reportedly malfunctioned 37 days after purchase. The vehicle allegedly reversed while in drive during a trip to Mpumalanga. Mercedes-Benz South Africa and the financier, Absa, maintain that diagnostic procedures are required under the Consumer Protection Act … Read more
Ashwagandha has emerged as a top-selling wellness supplement across South Africa, with the local market valued at USD 9.1 million in 2024. While users report benefits for stress and sleep, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) classifies the herb as an unregistered Category D medicine. Experts warn that inconsistent dosing and potential drug … Read more
A Krugersdorp father, Johan Barnard, is mourning the loss of his two young sons, eight-year-old Dean and two-week-old LJ, who died hours apart on the same day after being hospitalized with a lung infection. Both children were born with Shone’s complex, a rare congenital heart condition that restricts blood flow and increases vulnerability to respiratory … Read more