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MPUMALANGA - The nation has gathered to bid farewell and honour the life of service and leadership of Former Deputy President David Dabede Mabuza today, Saturday, 12 July. Mabuza, 64, passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, following a short illness. The former Deputy President was honoured with a State Funeral Category 2 which features military and state dignitaries presence. Among those in attendance at the Mpumalanga funeral are  current and former heads of states, head of political parties and general members of the ANC. During his memorial service this week, Mabuza was described as a passionate political leader who cared for the people of this country.

SANDTON - The Alexandra Magistrates’ Court has postponed the case against businessman Vusimuzi Matlala to 26 August 2025. Matlala appeared alongside his partner, Sakani Matlala, and co-accused Musa Kekana and Tiego Floyd Mabusela. The State requested the postponement to allow for the centralisation of two dockets received from Pretoria, in which the accused are implicated and to allow for the matter to be transferred to the High Court of South Africa in Johannesburg. The accused face charges of Attempted Murder, Conspiracy to Commit Murder, Fraud and Attempting to Defeat the Ends of Justice. The charges emanate from alleged events that occurred in Johannesburg between 12 and 17 October 2023, during which the accused allegedly conspired to kill Tebogo Thobejane. The State further alleges that they opened fire on Thobejane and two other complainants. It is also alleged that the accused laundered over R120,000 linked to the murder plot and submitted a fraudulent invoice in an ...

PRETORIA - President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Sunday, 13 July 2025, address the nation on developments arising from a public statement by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, that details allegations against senior political and South African Police Service leadership. President Ramaphosa was attending the BRICS Summit in Brazil on Sunday, 6 July 2025, when General Mkhwanazi outlined numerous allegations at a media briefing. The President undertook to attend to this development on his return from Brazil, in view of the implications for national security. President Ramaphosa has been seized with this matter in recent days and will, following various consultations, take the nation into his confidence at 19h00 on Sunday, 13 July 2025. The President’s message will be broadcast and streamed on various platforms.

UTRECHT - The KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport amd Human Settlements Siboniso Duma has pledged an investment of R700 million to fight potholes in Utrecht. “Potholes are the enemies of progress, and we are here to declare a war on them,” Duma announced. He was addressing more than 2000 people during the introduction of contractors to repair and rehabilitate the following roads in Emadlangeni, Utrecht. ● P40 – Road between Paulpietersburg and Utrecht - under Amantungwa Traditional Council. ● P41 – Road that passes through Amashandu Traditional Council – Ward 02, 03, and 06 During the address, Duma said that the project also aims to drives rural economic development through road construction in the area. "We salute Inkosi Mbatha, local leadership, and local communities for working with us to create jobs and grow the local economy. We are determined to drive rural economic development using the Department of Transport as a catalyst," he said. Duma also pointed out that...

SANDTON - South African Revenue Service (SARS) Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, has extended the due date for EMP201 filing and payment to 14 July 2025. EMP201 is a tax return that is submitted by an employer to SARS on a monthly basis. The extension was granted following the higher than expected volumes that were experienced on Monday which caused SARS systems to take longer to respond than expected.  “We recognise that some employers experienced delays in submitting their monthly EMP201’s and as a result we will consider not imposing penalties and interest in relation to employers who would otherwise have been compliant. “This process of payment is governed by paragraphs 2(1) and 14(2) of the Fourth Schedule to the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962, which provides for the payment of Pay As You Earn (PAYE), Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and Skills Development Levy (SDL), and the submission of the EMP201 form within a period of seven days after the end of the month during w...

JOHANNESURG - The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) says it has noted commentary about the social grants review process that the Agency is currently undertaking to ascertain the eligibility of identified beneficiaries suspected of having additional income that was not disclosed. SASSA has categorically stated that there has been no suspension of social grants as stated but during the review process, grants get delayed momentarily until a beneficiary has successfully completed the review process. This review is not a punitive measure to deliberately exclude any deserving beneficiary, but it is intended to ensure continued eligibility and prevent misuse of public funds. CEO, Mr Themba Matlou has assured grants beneficiaries and the public that SASSA is undertaking the social grants review process for the better good of the government fiscus, thus ensuring that grants are paid to eligible beneficiaries and all the fraudulent elements are rooted out. Matlou stressed ...

PRETORIA - President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted statements made yesterday in a media briefing by the South African Police Service KwaZulu-Natal (SAPS KZN) Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Mkhwanazi made a series of damning allegations against Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, and Deputy National Commissioner for Crime Detection, Shadrack Sibiya during his briefing. In response, President Ramaphosa said: “This is a matter of grave national security concern that is receiving the highest priority attention. It is vital that the integrity of the country’s security services is safeguarded and that the rule of law is affirmed.” “All parties to this matter are called upon to exercise discipline and restraint. The trading of accusations and counter-accusations threatens to undermine public confidence and sow confusion.  Furthermore, these actions damage the unity and focus of the police.” President Ramaphosa will outline the actions to be taken on this...

PRETORIA - President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the former Deputy President David Dabede Mabuza will be honoured with a State Funeral Category 2 on Saturday, 12 July 2025. Deputy President Mabuza, 64, passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, following a short illness. In terms of the State, Official and Provincial Official Funeral Policy Manual of The Presidency, the State Funeral Category 2 is reserved for the Deputy President of the Republic, an Acting President and Former Deputy Presidents. The State Funeral Category 2 is conducted with prescribed military ceremonial honours. The funeral of Former Deputy President Mabuza will take place in Mpumalanga. Closer details will be announced in the coming days. While preparations unfold, President Ramaphosa has declared that Days of National Mourning be observed from tomorrow, Monday, 07 July 2025, until the evening of Saturday, 12 July. During this period, the National Flag must be flown at half mast at all flag stations ar...

DURBAN - Government says it has noted with serious concern the reported incidents where certain groups and communities have blocked foreign nationals from accessing healthcare services at public facilities. Government has, in a statement on Saturday, called on all communities to uphold the rule of law, respect human dignity, and continue to work together to build a united and inclusive South Africa. It said the South Africa Police Service, along with other law enforcement agencies, was implementing an operational plan to address the protests. “While government understands the genuine frustrations of many citizens regarding the pressures on public services, including overburdened clinics and exhausted healthcare workers, members of the public are urged to raise such concerns through lawful and appropriate channels.  “Taking the law into one’s own hands is unacceptable and undermines the values enshrined in our democratic Constitution,” said a statement issued by the Gove...

DURBAN - While fashion statements were being made under the theme "Marvels of Mzansi" by fashion enthusiasts at the Hollywoodbets Durban July, a much more bold statement stole the spotlight in a bid to expose some unspoken secrets behind horse racing. Activist Nirvana Nokwe didn’t just wear dress, she wore the truth, according to the NSPCA. Nirvana donned a garment which aimed to expose the cruel side of the sport.  "Because while the fashion dazzles and the crowds roar, cruelty is staining every corner of this industry. "Whips, tongue-ties. frugs, broken bodies, forced to perform - all hidden beneath a veneer of glamour. While the crowds cheer, racehorses suffer in silence," the NSPCA cautioned, making reference to Nirvana's choice of attire. In a bid to overturn this concern, the NSPCA is demanding that the racing industry adopt a strict Code of Conduct for Equine Welfare, to put an end to abuse, neglect, and silence. "Behind the glamour ...