Category: National News

 Proposed PSIRA Amendments Threaten South Africa’s Security Industry Reporter – George April Cape Town:- In a move that could have devastating consequences for South Africa’s private security sector, sweeping regulatory amendments were quietly published in the Government Gazette on 28 March 2025. If these proposals by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) are enacted, … Read More “URGENT – Amendments Threaten South Africa’s Security Industry” »

What’s Next for South Africa? Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- In a bold move that could shake up South Africa’s political landscape, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has officially tabled an amendment to reject the African National Congress’s (ANC) proposed budget, particularly its controversial VAT increase. Government of National Unity – Facing their Biggest Test … Read More “BREAKING NEWS – DA Moves to Reject ANC’s VAT Budget” »

Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- In a move signaling further diplomatic strain between South Africa and the United States, Washington has expelled South Africa’s military attaché, just two weeks after ejecting Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool.Picture – South Africa’s expelled ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, speaks upon his arrival at the airport [Esa Alexander/Reuters] … Read More “Tensions Escalate as U.S. Expels South Africa’s Military Attaché” »

Reporter – Ashley Rix SALDANHA BAY:- It has been a year since this case first emerged, and we have all witnessed the events unfold. Now, as new statements come to light, it is crucial to analyze them critically while keeping the facts in perspective.  Discrepancies in the Investigation and Initial Response The investigating officer (IO), … Read More “Reflections on the Developments in This Case” »

Berig – Isaac Cloete Okiep:- Verlede Saterdag het ‘n ANC-LUR besluit om Menseregtedag met ‘n politieke kwas te verf. Die Noord-Kaapse Provinsiale Menseregtedag-vieringe het in Okiep, naby Springbok, plaasgevind.  Volgens Tebogo Monya,  media- en skakelbeampte vir Bentley Vass, LUR vir Samewerkende Regering (COGHSTA), was die amptelike tema: “Versterking van ‘n kultuur van maatskaplike geregtigheid en … Read More “LUR Verf Menseregtedag met ‘n Politieke Kwas.” »

The Rise of a Controversial Police Chief. Reporter – George April PAARL: – A storm is brewing over the appointment of a new police head in the Cape Winelands, as allegations of incompetence and corruption continue to shadow her career. The former Provincial Head of Visible Policing in Free State, whose rapid rise through the … Read More “From Free State to the Cape Winelands” »

Reporter – Ashley Rix Saldanha Bay:- As the sun rises on another crucial day in the courtroom, the hearts of many are heavy with the weight of anticipation. The trial surrounding #JoshlinSmith has gripped the nation, and today, more than ever, the call for justice echoes through the halls of law and across the hearts … Read More “A Cry for Justice – The Joshlin Smith Trial” »