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08/14/2026

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) requires an estimated R120 million in dedicated funding to deliver fair, comprehensive, and unbiased coverage for South Africa's upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections scheduled for November 4th. The public broadcaster is facing a critical resource shortage after National Treasury initially rejected its request for the ring-fenced R120 million election budget. This has triggered urgent interventions by Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, which is pleading with Treasury to release the funds to safeguard democratic processes. According to SABC Group CEO Nomsa Chabeli and parliamentary oversight bodies, the R120 million is needed to balance massive logistics across the country. Deploying broadcasting equipment, personnel, and outside broadcast vans to handle hundreds of contesting political parties and independent candidates across all municipalities. Upgrading obsolete, end-of-life broadcasting technology to guarantee operational resilience and avoid technical blackouts during live broadcasts. Ensuring rural and underserved communities receive election programming, voter education, political debates, and live results dissemination in multiple languages. Media watchdogs like the SOS Coalition and political parties have raised alarms over the state's budget austerity. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have heavily criticized the underfunding. They warn that a lack of resources will limit the depth of coverage and inadvertently lead to political favouritism or uneven profiling of opposition parties.Threats to Independence: Analysts warn that if the state starves the public broadcaster of funds, the SABC may be forced to rely on private corporate sponsorships, heavily compromising its editorial neutrality and public trust.

08/14/2026

Duduzane Zuma, the newly appointed First Deputy President of South Africa's uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party), declared himself a "capitalist at heart" while addressing business leaders at the BizNews Conference. Zuma’s statements have sparked significant debate across South Africa's political landscape due to the stark contrast between his self-declared economic stance and his party’s official platform. When questioned at the conference about his economic alignment, Zuma stated, "I’m a businessman, that makes me a capitalist 100%. Not a greedy one, but a capitalist at heart." The statement stands out because the MK Party traditionally espouses left-wing, populist policies, including the controversial stance on the state custodianship of expropriated land and nationalization. Acknowledging this internal political disconnect, Zuma added that both he and the party would have to "find each other" through compromise, stating that "there's going to have to be some room for concessions on either side." The comments have drawn mixed reactions from the public and analysts alike. As the MK Party positions itself as the third-largest party in South Africa's parliament, Zuma's business-friendly, non-radical rhetoric appears to be an attempt to reassure skeptical private sector investors and the broader business community. Conversely, critics and potential voters on social media have pointed out that his capitalist aspirations contrast sharply with the socialist rhetoric often deployed by the party, leading some to question if the MK Party's economic policies differ fundamentally from the ruling African National Congress (ANC).

08/14/2026

Former SAfm presenter Kgomotso “KG” Moeketsi has launched a R250,000 crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy to fund her High Court legal battle against the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC). Moeketsi, a veteran broadcaster with nearly 30 years in the industry, hosted SAfm's weekend jazz programme, Seasons, until her contract was terminated on 15 July 2026.
Moeketsi claims she was dismissed without any due process or a contractually compliant disciplinary procedure. She explicitly states she does not want her job back, but wants an independent assessment of whether her contract terms were legally honoured. She highlights that the legal fight serves to protect independent contractors who lack resources to contest unfair corporate decisions. She alleges the SABC withheld payment for a broadcast completed on 6 June 2026 while under internal investigation, despite audio logs proving the show aired. According to statements released by Moeketsi, tension began after new SAfm programme manager, Ferdinand Mabalane, allegedly linked her to his exit from Kaya FM in the early 2000s. The situation escalated after a 30 May 2026 exchange where a listener took offence at Moeketsi's response to a song request. The following day, a severe technical breakdown disrupted her broadcast for nearly two hours. Moeketsi voiced frustration that the broadcaster prioritized her interaction with the listener over resolving major station technical faults. Following an email detailing her concerns, she was suspended, charged, and subsequently dismissed.

08/14/2026

North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi removed Education MEC Viola Motsumi and reconfigured three positions in his provincial executive council during a cabinet reshuffle on 12 August 2026.
Education: Dr Desbo Mohono (former Speaker of the Provincial Legislature) replaces the ousted Viola Motsumi as the new MEC. Community Safety and Transport Management: Virginia Tlhapi takes over the portfolio. She moves from her previous role as MEC for Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation. Wessels Morweng takes over this portfolio. He shifts over from his previous role as MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management. The restructuring marks the first significant cabinet shake-up since the Seventh Administration took office in 2024. Political shifts and governance adjustments under Premier Mokgosi's administration prompted the changes. Reports indicate that Motsumi's removal follows political friction within the provincial African National Congress (ANC) leadership structures. All other provincial MEC portfolios remained unchanged during this reshuffle.

08/14/2026

The Madibeng Attorneys Association has filed a lawsuit against Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi after she removed the North West town of Madibeng (Brits) from the jurisdiction of the Pretoria High Court. The legal challenge, set to be heard on September 1, 2026, argues that shifting the town's jurisdiction exclusively to the North West Division of the High Court in Mahikeng severely threatens residents' access to justice. Lawyers argue that moving Madibeng to the Mahikeng high court jurisdiction forces local litigants and legal practitioners to travel massive, impractical distances. Madibeng is geographically close to Pretoria but hundreds of kilometres away from Mahikeng. The association contends that the Minister's decision was taken arbitrarily and capriciously, making it reviewable under the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA). They point out that while Madibeng is in the North West province, the Superior Courts Act allows high court boundaries to cross provincial lines. The lawsuit notes a lack of explanation for why neighboring areas like Ga-Rankuwa and Moretele were kept under Pretoria's jurisdiction, while Madibeng was abruptly cut off. The applicants are asking for Madibeng to remain under the Pretoria high court temporarily until a local high court seat is fully established closer by in Rustenburg.

08/08/2026

On 6 August 2026, members of the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) arrested a 29 year old male suspect in the Ga-Rankuwa area for possession of drugs. During the arrest, officers recovered 22 ziplock bags containing suspected cathinone. Later on the same day, members of the TMPD Drug Unit arrested a 46 year old Nigerian male and his female accomplice in Akasia for allegedly dealing in drugs. The suspects were found in possession of crystal methamphetamine and methcathinone also known as khat. All arrested suspects were detained in local police stations.

07/29/2026

If you're applying for the transfer of an Operating Licence, ensure you have all the required supporting documents before submitting your application.
Having the correct documentation helps speed up the process and avoids unnecessary delays. Visit your nearest Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport Regional Office for assistance and guidance.

07/29/2026

Supporting Documents Required for 2027OnlineAdmissionsGP

Before 2027OnlineAdmissionsGP for Grade 1 & Grade 8 in Gauteng opens on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 08:00 AM, ensure all your supporting documents are valid, certified and ready.

The required documents include:
✔️ Parent/Guardian ID or Passport and the learner's Birth Certificate or Passport
✔️ Proof of Home Address
✔️ Proof of Work Address
✔️ Grade 7 report (Grade 8 applicants only)
✔️ Clinic Card/Immunisation Report (Grade 1 applicants only)

Proof of Home Address is one of the most important documents required for placement. Ensure you upload or submit one of the Department's accepted Proof of Home Address documents that matches the details captured on your application.

Apply online from 5 August 2026: www.gdeadmissions.gov.za

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07/14/2026

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07/08/2026

Disbarred attorney and reality television personality Peet Viljoen is pursuing a R500 million lawsuit against the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) concurrently with his bail application in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court. Viljoen asserts that he has been subjected to unjust prosecution and contends that the State's long-standing fraud case against him is fundamentally flawed. Viljoen faces approximately 400 charges, including fraud, theft, corruption, forgery, uttering, and perjury. The charges relate to a 2010 scheme in which multiple properties belonging to the Johannesburg Property Company (JPC) were allegedly sold unlawfully to unsuspecting buyers without JPC receiving payment. Following his return from the United States, Viljoen was apprehended on 16 June 2026 at OR Tambo International Airport. The State opposes his bail application, citing flight risk concerns. Viljoen’s Bail Plea and Lawsuit Viljoen’s legal team announced that he intends to sue the NPA for R500 million, alleging malicious and unlawful prosecution. His lawyers argue that the State’s case has weakened over time due to deceased key witnesses, faded memories, and difficulties tracing documents. Viljoen maintains that if he had intended to evade justice, he would have sought deportation to Mexico, which lacks an extradition treaty with South Africa, while detained in the US. Viljoen expressed willingness to surrender his passport, submit to house arrest, and report regularly to the police.

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