Category: National News

CCN Reporter – Felicity Jooste Cape Town:- The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has confirmed that arrangements for the burial of South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, have not yet been finalised. Mthethwa, who passed away earlier this week in Paris, was serving as South Africa’s top diplomat in France. His sudden … Read More “Burial Details for Late Ambassador Still Unconfirmed” »

Following Death of Minister PReporter – Felicity Jooste Cape Town:- The police have confirmed that a five-member team will depart for Paris, France, this Saturday,  following the death of Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa earlier this week. The team has been assembled to investigate both national and international security aspects surrounding the ambassador’s death and to coordinate with … Read More “Police Team to Depart for Paris” »

CCN Reporting Cape Town:- Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis of Cape Town  has drawn a firm line on cellphone use inside prisons, saying that inmates have no right to unfettered communication beyond prison walls – especially when it is used to coordinate gang activity. This follows the South African Prisoner Organisation for Human Rights’ opposition to the … Read More “Inmates Have No Rights to Coordinate Crime Behind Bars” »

In Paris Reporter – Felicity Jooste Paris:- South Africa’s Ambassador to France, Nkosinathi “Nathi” Mthethwa, has been confirmed dead in Paris. According to French media reports, Mthethwa’s body was discovered outside the Hyatt Hotel in the Porte Maillot district. He had reportedly booked a room on the 22nd floor, where investigators found a secured window … Read More “BREAKING NEWS – South African Ambassador Found Dead” »

Reporter – George April Cape Town:- Residents across Cape Town are once again caught in the grip of fear, forced to navigate daily life in communities plagued by shootings and uncertainty. On Tuesday evening, two men were shot in Gail Court, Manenberg. One victim succumbed to his injuries while the other was rushed to hospital. … Read More “People Living in Fear while Violence Continues” »

As PA Transparency Promises Fall Short Reporter – George April It has been 30 days since Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader Gayton McKenzie announced that party member, Kenny Kunene would take leave from his duties. Following revelations of his visit to the home of Katiso “KT” Molefe, the alleged mastermind behind the 2022 murder of DJ Somebody. … Read More “Kunene Controversy Lingers” »

By CCN News Desk A recent Facebook post by Ken Blackwell praised President Donald J. Trump as a leader who “sacrificed everything” to save his nation. The post that has drawn strong reactions and renewed debate. For context: Donald J. Trump is currently serving second term as President (inaugurated January 20, 2025). But the key … Read More “Did Donald Trump Really Change the Global Economy?” »

 IS A BLUEPRINT FOR AFRICA’S FUTURE Analysis by Paul Hattinghon Social Media Published by CCN For decades, Botswana was the darling of Africa. No coups, no hyperinflation, no dictatorships. Its diamonds were managed with rare discipline, its democracy hailed as proof that Africa could work. That illusion is dead. By 2025, Botswana is in freefall: … Read More “FROM MIRACLE TO MELTDOWN – BOTSWANA’S COLLAPSE” »