Former president Thabo Mbeki has launched urgent court proceedings in the Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, to challenge a summons requiring him to testify before the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). The legal move follows an attempt by the commission to compel testimony from Mbeki and former justice minister Bridgette Mabandla this week. The dispute centers … Read more
When Levies Spiral: The Reality of Forced Property Sales in Estates Living in a secure, high-end estate often feels like a dream—until the monthly levies become a nightmare. A recent high-stakes legal battle in Pretoria’s exclusive Lombardy Estate serves as a sobering reminder that a home is more than just a sanctuary; it is a … Read more
Al Jama-ah has reaffirmed its support for Johannesburg Community Development MMC Thapelo Amad, even as mounting political pressure seeks his removal from the mayoral committee. The controversy centers on a video that surfaced earlier this year, which appears to show Amad firing multiple gunshots into the air at what was reportedly a funeral. On Friday, … Read more
Gezane Eric Kobane, widely recognized as “Papa Penny,” has joined the Afrika Mayibuye Movement following his resignation from the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party and Parliament. The announcement was made by Afrika Mayibuye Movement leader Floyd Shivambu during a media briefing in Johannesburg on Wednesday. Shivambu confirmed that the movement has accepted the membership of the … Read more
The Future of Non-Invasive Diagnostics: Can a Spit Test Save Millions? For decades, the gold standard for detecting esophageal cancer has been the endoscopy—a procedure that, while effective, is invasive, expensive, and often inaccessible to those living in rural or underserved regions. By the time a patient feels the physical struggle of swallowing, the window … Read more
The Shift Toward “Unfiltered” Fame: Why Celebrities are Trading Red Carpets for Karaoke Bars For decades, the wall between A-list celebrities and the general public was reinforced by velvet ropes, security details, and carefully curated press releases. However, a new trend is emerging: the pursuit of the “unfiltered” experience. When Hollywood star Gabrielle Union-Wade blends … Read more
The recent health alert surrounding the MV Hondius cruise ship serves as a stark reminder of how quickly a localized health incident can transform into an international concern. While the majority of close contacts in France and the Netherlands have tested negative, the presence of a critical hantavirus case highlights a growing vulnerability in our … Read more
Tensions peaked in Parliament on Thursday as President Cyril Ramaphosa faced a session of oral questions. The proceedings were marked by a dramatic walkout by members of the EFF and the MKP. The volatility stemmed from a desire by some members to address a Constitutional Court ruling regarding the Phala Phala farm theft matter. Speaker … Read more
The ‘Too Harsh’ Threshold: Why Zero-Tolerance Is Failing in Modern Labour Law For decades, the corporate playbook was simple: if an employee defied a manager or repeatedly missed work, the end goal was a clean break—dismissal. However, recent judicial trends, highlighted by high-profile cases involving telecommunications giants like MTN, suggest a seismic shift in how … Read more
Suspended national police commissioner General Fannie Masemola appeared in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday alongside alleged underworld figure Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala and 14 other individuals. The appearance centers on an allegedly irregular R228-million police healthcare tender. Corruption and Fraud Allegations The group faces charges of corruption, fraud, and money-laundering linked to a contract awarded … Read more