A women-led initiative within the South African Police Service, Operation Basadi, is actively engaging communities to promote safety ahead of the festive season. The program combines operational activities with educational outreach, focusing on issues such as gender-based violence and substance abuse. Recent events were held in Tembisa, Gauteng, and Sterkspruit, Eastern Cape, involving collaborations with community policing forums and other local groups.
In Tembisa, officers conducted door-to-door visits and held awareness talks, documenting community concerns for referral to government departments. A similar outreach in Sterkspruit included a roadblock on the R26 highway and engagements at a local mall and taxi rank. Officials stated...
Opposition politicians in Johannesburg are criticizing the city for prioritizing cosmetic upgrades for the G20 Summit over completing stalled community projects. Democratic Alliance councillor Beverley Jacobs highlighted that developments like the Bertram Multi-Purpose Centre and the Hikensile Clinic remain unfinished despite millions in public expenditure. The Bertram project alone has consumed over 130 million rand, with an additional 45 thousand rand spent daily on site security during its suspension.
The Democratic Alliance plans to picket the Premier’s office, demanding full audits and a commitment to finish these essential services. The party argues that the city diverted four billion rand from vital capital projects to prevent...
National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi has affirmed the constitutional independence of the National Prosecuting Authority, stating that neither the President nor the Executive can interfere in prosecution decisions. Batohi provided this testimony at the Nkabinde Inquiry, which is examining the fitness of Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions Andrew Chauke for his role.
She clarified that a DPP's jurisdictional power is confined to their appointed province, as defined by the NPA Act. Batohi further explained that there is no provision allowing one DPP to review another's work, though prosecutors may operate outside their home province under specific circumstances with proper authorization. She emphasized that all...
Police in Ruwa are searching for a Honda Fit driver after a passenger died following a physical altercation over change. The victim, Amos Karumba, had paid his fare with a US dollar and was allegedly assaulted by the driver, identified as Luckman Kamangile, concerning a dispute over 20 ZiG in change. Karumba later succumbed to his injuries at home.
In a separate incident in Masvingo, a man was arrested for the murder of his wife. Police reported that Kainos Masekesa allegedly attacked his wife, Trish Sithembile Masaiti, with fists, logs, and a hoe following a domestic dispute. The attack was reportedly triggered by allegations of infidelity. Masekesa remains in police custody.
The New Ambassador Hotel in central Harare has reopened after a comprehensive renovation costing half a million dollars. Its parent company, the Rainbow Tourism Group, stated that the project modernized all 72 guest rooms and bathrooms, incorporating sustainable features like energy-saving lighting and water-conservation systems.
RTG Chief Executive Tendai Madziwanyika explained that the refurbishment aligns with a broader growth strategy for the group. This hotel upgrade is part of a larger five-year capital investment program totaling 26 million dollars, which also included improvements to other RTG properties in Harare and Victoria Falls.
The hotel group has also launched a festive season promotion called Fun Under the Rainbow...
The Football Kenya Federation is facing significant criticism following the national team's 8-0 Loss to Senegal, a historic defeat for coach Benni McCarthy. According to his assistant, Vasili Manousakis, the technical team had prepared for matches against Comoros and Madagascar, not the eventual opponents. He stated that the fixture change occurred unexpectedly after the squad was finalized.
McCarthy had originally selected a younger team for what were intended to be less challenging games. The late schedule alteration left the inexperienced lineup to face a top-tier Senegalese side without adequate preparation. This sequence of events has led to questions about the federation's planning and its impact on the team's performance.
A new Zimbabwean airline, RIDA Falcon Air, has initiated a weekly flight service connecting Harare to Beitbridge. Its inaugural flight, carrying a delegation of senior government and customs officials, completed the journey in approximately ninety minutes. This new air link offers a significantly faster alternative to a road trip that often requires more than six hours of travel.
The delegation included figures such as Dr. Michael Musanjika and RIDA director general Mr. Christopher Shumba. Upon landing in Beitbridge, they were welcomed by local officials, including the Provincial Secretary, Ms. Latiso Dlamini-Maseko. The airline’s management anticipates the route will enhance economic activity and streamline travel for business and...
South African rugby player Edwill van der Merwe and his wife have welcomed their first child. The Springbok winger announced the birth on social media, expressing great joy at becoming a parent. Supporters and fellow athletes subsequently sent the family numerous congratulatory messages online.
Van der Merwe, who married in 2023, has recently gained prominence in the national team despite being 29 years old. His career is often described as that of a late bloomer, with his on-field energy and pace earning him a valued position. This new personal milestone marks a significant chapter for the athlete, adding fatherhood to his professional achievements.
Zimbabwean representative Lyshanda Moyas achieved a significant milestone by placing among the top three African contestants at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok. She advanced into the global Top 30, a group that included Olivia Yacé of Côte d’Ivoire and Solange Tuyishime of Rwanda. Their collective success marked a strong continental presence at the event, which featured 120 international delegates.
Although Moyas did not progress beyond the Top 30 to the subsequent Top 12 round, her performance is regarded as a historic achievement for Zimbabwe. Her dual status as a global semifinalist and a top African finalist has generated considerable national pride. Supporters celebrated her accomplishment online, recognizing it as one...
