The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has reviewed 240,000 social grants so far, with 70,000 suspended due to non-compliance. The agency is reviewing grants as part of efforts to improve the effectiveness, integrity, and efficiency of South Africa’s social assistance system. Speaking at a briefing on Thursday, SASSA CEO Themba Matlou said the review process aims…
South Africa has decided to withdraw its troop contribution to the United Nations Organisation Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), ending nearly three decades of involvement in UN peacekeeping operations in the country. President Cyril Ramaphosa has informed United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres of the South African government’s decision, which was conveyed during…
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate recall of Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, popularly known as Baba Jamal, from his position as Ghana’s High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, following allegations of voter inducement during the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in the Ayawaso East Constituency. President John Dramani Mahama promptly…
Siyanda Ndlovu of Golden Arrows celebrates a goal during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match between Richards Bay FC and Golden Arrows at the Umhlathuze Sports Complex in Richards Bay on 30 January 2026. ©Sydney Mahlangu BackpagePix KwaZulu-Natal rivals, Richards Bay and Golden Arrows, played out to a 2-2 draw in an entertaining Betway Premiership match…
Standard Bank Personal and Private Banking (PPB) is accelerating the evolution of its branch network in response to changing customer behaviour and declining cash usage in certain areas, with more branches set to become cashless in 2026. In 2025, the bank repurposed some of its traditional branches as part of a deliberate shift towards a…
At the end of every month, the Accounting Officers of municipalities submit financial statements to theGauteng Provincial Treasury detailing their state of municipal budgets as required by Section 71.1 ofThe Municipal Finance Management Act, No.56 of 2003 (MFMA).Furthermore, every quarter, the Gauteng Provincial Treasury compiles a consolidatedstatement on the state of municipal budgets and submits…
The Automobile Association (AA) has expressed concern following the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign crash test results from Global NCAP, which reveal that the Toyota Corolla Cross has received a two-star rating for adult occupant protection, due to the absence of standard side head protection. Despite achieving three stars for child occupant protection, the results clearly demonstrate…
South Africa is a difficult place to be a child. More than a million of our youngest learn without guidance, without early classrooms, without the tools that help a mind take shape. They grow up in homes where learning materials are scarce, where play is pushed aside for survival, and where joy often has to…
Suzuki Auto South Africa brought its Betway SA20 Season 4 campaign, Ballin’ with Suzuki, to an exciting close with an unforgettable winner moment at the tournament’s final in Cape Town at Newlands Stadium. Announced in a spectacular winner moment at the final match, Nikita Gelandt drove away in a brand-new Suzuki Swift GL + MT hatchback after…
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) confirms the official collaboration with SCP Security in support of the Northcliff Eco Ridge Park. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to safeguarding one of Johannesburg’s most cherished green spaces — a site celebrated for its romantic panoramic views, ecological significance, and rich biodiversity. JCPZ extends its sincere appreciation…
