Author: Nomthandazo Ntisa

The City of Ekurhuleni is taking firm action against 389 EMPD officers who brought major Gauteng roads to a standstill in March by staging an illegal strike. These officers now face potential dismissal as the city enforces disciplinary measures. ALSO READ: Panyaza Lesufi Announces New Measures to Fix Gauteng’s Service Delivery Woes EMPD Officers Disrupt Gauteng Traffic Using State Vehicles On 19 March 2025, hundreds of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) officers used state-owned vehicles to block key routes such as the R21, N12, N17, and N3 highways. The protest, sparked by disputes over overtime cuts and pay grievances, brought…

As the African continent gears up to host a range of global events, Africa’s Travel Indaba 2025 is once again taking centre stage. It promises unparalleled networking opportunities, industry collaboration, and a celebration of Africa’s rich tourism offerings. Held from 12 to 15 May 2025 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban. This premier leisure trade show is where Africa’s tourism leaders and global buyers come together to shape the continent’s tourism future. Among the standout exhibitors this year is the Gauteng Tourism Authority (GTA), which is showcasing its top-tier experiences, attractions, and events at Stand L01.…

If you receive a grant from the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)—whether it’s a child support grant, old age pension, disability benefit, or the R350 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant—keeping your banking information updated is essential to avoid payment delays. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to change your banking details for SASSA online, in under five minutes. We also explain the verification process and what to expect after submitting your new information. ALSO READ: How to Apply for SASSA Child Grant Support Online in South Africa Why You Should Update Your SASSA Grant Banking Details…

South Africa’s education system faces a growing crisis: 464 public schools across the country no longer teach Mathematics. According to a written response from Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube to Parliament, KwaZulu-Natal leads with the highest number—135 schools—that have removed the subject from their curriculum. Instead, these schools only offer Mathematical Literacy, a less intensive alternative. ALSO READ: SASSA SRD Grant to Become Basic Income Grant Provinces with the Most Schools Without Mathematics The provincial breakdown reveals concerning patterns: Although Mathematical Literacy still forms part of the subject offering, the absence of core Mathematics limits future academic and career…

As South African learners return to class following a week-long school break, many parents and students are refocusing on the academic goals and schedules that lie ahead. Term 2, which officially resumed on Monday, 5 May 2025, is now in full swing with seven weeks remaining before schools close again for the winter holidays. According to the Department of Basic Education (DBE), the second term ends on Friday, 27 June 2025, allowing for plenty of time for assessments, academic catch-ups, and continued learning before the third term begins in July. ALSO READ: Johannesburg Faces Power Strain: City Power Urges Residents…

South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries could soon see their monthly R370 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant evolve into a permanent Basic Income Grant (BIG), according to ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula. Speaking in Freedom Park, Soweto, on Sunday, Mbalula addressed community members and clarified the ANC’s plans to formalize the SRD grant into a broader and more sustainable social support system. “The R350 that President Ramaphosa gave you is here to stay,” he stated. “But we are going to change it and establish the Basic Income Grant to support people until they find employment. Once you move on,…

City Power has urged residents and businesses to use power sparingly to avoid widespread outages and damage to critical infrastructure. With no public holidays in May and only one scheduled for June, energy consumption is expected to spike as South Africans return to full working weeks and prepare for colder winter months. City Power has labelled this period as “critical,” citing the strain on the grid due to increased usage. “The network remains under severe pressure. Any increase in consumption could lead to overloading and, subsequently, further outages,” the utility warned in a statement released on Sunday. ALSO READ: Panyaza…

Gauteng Premier and ANC provincial co-convenor Panyaza Lesufi has launched a decisive, multi-pronged action plan. This plan aims to tackle the province’s deepening service delivery crisis. Speaking at the conclusion of the ANC Gauteng Provincial Task Team lekgotla in Fourways, Lesufi outlined bold interventions. These interventions aim to reverse years of poor performance in housing, water supply, infrastructure, crime prevention, electricity, health, and education. The lekgotla, which followed national strategic planning sessions like the ANC NEC lekgotla, the State of the Nation Address (SONA), and the State of the Province Address (SOPA), brought together key decision-makers to chart a path…

Residents in Johannesburg should brace for planned water outages next week as Johannesburg Water conducts critical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. The water utility has scheduled interruptions across multiple areas. These include Fleurhof and Orange Farm. Residents are expected to face low pressure or complete water cuts during the affected periods. ALSO READ: Gauteng Braces for Cold Front: Joburg Emergency Services Issue Winter Alert Tuesday, 6 May: Fleurhof to Experience 8-Hour Outage Johannesburg Water has announced that Fleurhof suburb will undergo an 8-hour water shutdown on Tuesday, 6 May, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. All streets in Fleurhof will be…

As Gauteng braces for a cold front, Johannesburg Emergency Services (EMS) have ramped up their readiness to respond swiftly to any incidents that may arise. A strong cold front is expected to sweep across the province starting Friday, prompting city officials and weather experts to issue safety alerts. ALSO READ: Today’s Weather Forecast – 2 May 2025 Cold Front Expected Across Gauteng According to Gauteng Weather, Johannesburg will face a significant chill with minimum temperatures around 10°C and highs reaching only 18°C. Pretoria won’t be spared either, with forecasts indicating a low of 11°C and a high of 20°C. Meteorologists…