Fuel relief ends, immigration crackdown intensifies and schools face overcrowding pressure
Fuel levy relief to be phased out by JulyGovernment’s temporary fuel levy relief will be gradually withdrawn by July as government moves to stabilise public
US open to reset with SA, risk of rising food prices, SACP addresses funding allegations
US open to reset ties with SA on stricter terms The United States has signalled it is willing to re-engage with South Africa, but only
Ramaphosa appoints acting police commissioner, Creecy launches rail overhaul, SAA cutting routes
President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended national police commissioner Fannie Masemola over corruption-related charges linked to an irregular health services tender. Puleng Dimpane, previously head of financial management within the police service, has been appointed acting national commissioner, taking immediate control of operations during the suspension. Her appointment places a technocrat with financial oversight experience at the helm as authorities seek to stabilise leadership and restore accountability while the case proceeds.
SACP–ANC tensions escalate, Ramaphosa faces pressure over Masemola, Chinese firm faces allegations at Karoo project
The South African Communist Party has pushed back strongly against the ANC, warning it will not be “bullied” as tensions grow within the historic alliance ahead of upcoming elections. The dispute reflects a deepening rift, with the SACP increasingly asserting its independence after deciding to contest elections separately from the ANC.
Top cop charged, CV fraud in government, tensions in Tshwane
Masemola charged over R360m police tenderNational Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has been charged with violating the Public Finance Management Act in connection with a R360
Stricter BEE rules, push for FMD vaccinations, ANC on the hunt for mayors
Government tenders tighten BEE requirementsFinance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced Government is considering stricter procurement rules that could exclude companies from state tenders worth up to
Potential overhaul to airports, Koko challenges immunity deal, smart meters showing results
The South African government is considering increased private sector involvement in managing and operating major airports as part of broader efforts to improve efficiency and attract investment. The proposal reflects ongoing attempts to address infrastructure constraints and modernise key transport hubs while balancing state control and commercial participation.
Malema pursues appeal, TRC evidence destruction, Pope Leo in Cameroon
Julius Malema is pursuing an appeal against his five-year prison sentence for firing a rifle at a political rally, a case that could determine his political future and eligibility to remain in Parliament. If the conviction is upheld, it may significantly weaken the Economic Freedom Fighters and reshape opposition politics, although he remains free while the appeal process unfolds.
Roelf Meyer appointed US ambassador, oil prices fall on hopes of talks, and Amazon’s bid to rival Starlink
Ramaphosa appoints Roelf Meyer to head Washington embassy Roelf Meyer, a key National Party negotiator in the talks that ended apartheid in the 1990s, has
Pope “not afraid” of Trump, food price hikes loom in SA, DA aims at overcoming “trust deficit”
Pontiff vows to “continue to speak strongly against war” US President Donald Trump, facing a backlash from conservative supporters, hastily withdrew from Truth Social an