Deputy Water and Sanitation Minister David Mahlobo criticized contractors for delays at the Delmas Wastewater Treatment Works after visiting the site on Monday, 27 October. He requested a revised timeline to complete the R300 million upgrade, which was originally scheduled to be finished by May 2024. The facility currently dumps untreated sewage into the Bronkhorstspruit and Olifants rivers.
The project will expand daily capacity from 8.5 megalitres to 11.5 megalitres to serve Delmas, Delpark and Eloff communities. Construction started in 2022 but faced setbacks from underground water, poor procurement planning and weather problems. The department filed criminal charges against Victor Khanye Municipality for environmental violations...
Mafube Local Municipality staff in Free State went unpaid for October after the administration cited depleted funds. Acting municipal manager Jamela Selapyane issued a memo last week acknowledging the hardship but provided no specific payment date. The delay affects hundreds of workers who depend on wages to cover rent, groceries, and school fees.
The municipality has battled financial problems for more than a decade. Workers staged protests in May after similar payment failures, and the administration owes R14 million to retirement funds. Court action in May prevented creditors from seizing assets related to R98 million in unpaid pension contributions.
Opposition parties requested intervention from provincial and national...
South African deputy ministers cannot assume full cabinet authority when ministers are absent or suspended, according to international relations expert Moses Kau. The constitutional framework excludes deputy ministers from cabinet membership, which comprises only the president, deputy president, and full ministers. President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Professor Firoz Cachalia as acting police minister after suspending Senzo Mchunu on July 31, bypassing Deputy Minister Cassel Mathale.
Kau explained that ministers have no obligation to consult their deputies on strategic decisions. Mathale testified on Oct. 28 before Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee about learning of the Political Killings Task Team's disbandment through social media rather...
Athletics South Africa suspended its President, James Moloi, on Saturday after a forensic audit revealed financial misconduct. The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee investigation found that federation funds were used to cover personal expenses, including alcohol and clothing. Moloi must explain by Oct. 31 why he should avoid indefinite suspension.
Deputy President John Mathane assumes leadership while a disciplinary committee reviews the case. The board cannot suspend the Chief Financial Officer under employment regulations, but faces criticism for protecting acting CEO Terrence Magogodela. Five provincial athletics associations demanded that both officials step aside to prevent interference with investigations...
Orlando Pirates defeated Magesi FC 2-1 in their Carling Knockout quarterfinal match on Tuesday, October 28, at Orlando Stadium. Tshepang Moremi opened the scoring with a long-range effort in the 51st minute before Evidence Makgopa doubled the advantage in stoppage time. Lehlohonolo Mokone reduced the deficit moments later, but the Buccaneers held firm to secure the win.
The first half ended scoreless despite the Pirates controlling 60 percent of possession. Magesi goalkeeper Elvis Chipezeze made six saves to keep his team level at halftime. Yanela Mbuthuma struck the crossbar for the hosts while Abbey Seseane hit the frame for the visitors after intermission.
Pirates dominated with 31 total shots compared to six from the defending...
Minority political parties submitted a no-confidence motion against Johannesburg Executive Mayor Dada Morero on Monday, October 28, citing his interference in city operations and failure to honor coalition agreements. The United Democratic Movement, Al Jama-ah, African Transformation Movement and African Heart Congress accused the mayor of ignoring Political Management Committee decisions while pushing to permanently appoint controversial city manager Floyd Brink.
Council Speaker Margaret Arnolds will schedule debate and voting in the coming weeks. Morero survived a similar attempt in June when the African National Congress secured 136 votes from coalition partners against 128 opposition votes. The parties hold a few seats in the...
A 42-year-old man took his own life in Beitbridge after discovering intimate messages between his wife and another man on her mobile phone. Marume Chinembiri hanged himself in his rented room at Alpha Stands, leaving a handwritten message on the wall explaining his fear of public humiliation.
His niece, Catherine Chinembiri, found his body on the afternoon of Thursday, October 23, 2025. Police Chief Superintendent Ncube stated that Chinembiri used a brown belt attached to the roof trusses with wire. Authorities opened an inquest and transferred the body to Beitbridge District Hospital Mortuary.
Neighbors reported that the 18-year marriage had experienced repeated conflicts over suspected infidelity. Magret Manyuchi left the home with...
Highlanders players refused to train yesterday morning at Barbourfields Stadium over unpaid signing-on fees. The team arrived in full gear but staged a sit-down protest on the pitch before club executives intervened. Chairman Kenneth Mhlophe confirmed the dispute and arranged talks between leadership and team captains to address the standoff.
Players expected compensation after philanthropist Wicknell Chivayo provided $250,000 last week from his $1 million pledge made in June. The club used these funds to settle overdue winning bonuses instead of signing-on fees as players anticipated. One athlete questioned where the money was being allocated after promises went unfulfilled.
Confusion surrounds curator Jabulani Nkomo's management of...
Uganda's top newsroom leaders have condemned escalating press freedom violations targeting independent media houses. The Uganda Editors' Guild states that outlets such as Nation Media Group and The Observer face systematic restrictions that violate constitutional protections and limit public access to information.
Nation Media Group has been blocked from covering events related to President Yoweri Museveni and the ruling party since March. On October 9, The Observer's offices were burglarized, and essential newsgathering equipment was stolen. Journalists have endured intimidation from security forces, particularly at the Kawempe North by-election.
The guild claims that these actions violate Article 29 of Uganda's Constitution and...
