From Cape Town to Cambodia: The Expanding Web of International Scam Networks A South African businessman, Benjamin Mauerberger – also known as Ben Berger or Ben Smith – is at the center of an unfolding international scandal involving a staggering $1.5 billion. Accusations point to his role as a key figure in a complex money … Read more
A building collapse in Ormonde, south of Johannesburg, has left at least 15 construction workers believed to be trapped. The second-floor deck of the structure gave way earlier on Monday, impacting those working on the first floor and ground level. Search and Rescue Underway Emergency services officials are currently engaged in search and rescue operations, … Read more
The Gauteng government is set to take full ownership of the Gautrain high-speed rail system at the end of March, according to Finance MEC Lebogang Maile. The 80-kilometre rail system will officially become a fully paid asset of the provincial government after sixteen years of operation. A Landmark Public-Private Partnership The Gautrain was originally developed … Read more
The Department of Home Affairs has begun recognizing Khoisan traditional names on official documents, a move hailed as a significant step toward inclusivity. Minister Leon Schreiber recently handed over the first smart identity document reflecting a Khoisan traditional name to !Khūboab Oedasoua Lawrence, a first-year student at Stellenbosch University. A Long-Standing Issue Resolved The need … Read more
More than 100 undocumented foreign nationals were arrested Friday during inspections of construction sites in Ekurhuleni, as the Department of Employment and Labour cracks down on non-compliant employers. Inspections Reveal Widespread Non-Compliance Deputy Minister Jomo Sibiya led the inspections, which revealed multiple violations of labour laws and basic conditions of employment acts at two construction … Read more
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s comments regarding water shortages in Johannesburg have sparked outrage and threats of electoral consequences for the African National Congress (ANC). The controversy stems from remarks Lesufi made during a press briefing on Wednesday addressing ongoing water challenges. Premier’s Comments Draw Criticism Lesufi attempted to convey empathy by stating he personally experiences … Read more
The Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSCHO) CEO, Themba Mathibe, is alleged to have authorized a payment of R1 million to a subcontractor for a wall that was never constructed. Investigation and Allegations The allegations surfaced in a letter penned by the city’s former Human Settlements MMC, Anthea Leitch, in December 2023. Leitch’s letter details that … Read more
Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen has announced he will not seek re-election as federal leader of the party. The announcement came during a media briefing in Durban on Wednesday, as the DA prepares for its national elective congress in April. Steenhuisen Cites New Priorities Steenhuisen stated his decision is driven by his commitment to … Read more
The Gauteng government has pledged support for the family of Andile Mngwevu, the late Ekurhuleni Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Roads and Transport. This commitment follows the recovery of Mngwevu’s body in Mozambique on Tuesday night, bringing to a close a search that lasted over a week. Search Concludes After Tragic Flooding Mngwevu, … Read more
A Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee investigating police corruption is moving forward with its next phase of witness testimony, even as concerns are raised about security and legal counsel for some individuals involved. Investigation Progress and Upcoming Testimony The committee has already heard from 14 witnesses, with 11 appearing during an initial phase that concluded in … Read more