82 Party sliding below30% in metros, likely to do well in rural areas, surveys show. Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s confident prediction that the ANC will “inevitably” win the 4 November local government…
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Former DA mayor tipped to take on Zille in Johannesburg race: report
159 Bongani Baloyi became the youngest mayor in South Africa in 2013 when he was elected in Midvaal at the age of 26. A former DA success story is tipped to be…
BREAKING: Mazwi Kubheka surfaces at police station after mysterious disappearance
171By Mapaballo Borotho Image @MzilikaziKhumalo | X Mazwi Mpumelelo Kubheka has been found after nearly a month missing. His disappearance had sparked allegations of kidnapping linked to a spaza shop dispute, though…
Polokwane political shake‑up as ANC, EFF leaders defect to ActionSA ahead of elections
162 With the election date now set, Polokwane has become a flashpoint in South Africa’s shifting political landscape. Political tensions are intensifying in Polokwane as senior ANC and EFF figures defect to…
WATCH: Suspected cable thief trapped inside an electricity substation
170By Mapaballo Borotho Electricity / Pexels A suspected cable thief was arrested after becoming trapped inside a mini substation in Johannesburg. The rescue operation caused further damage and led to temporary power…
Mashatile declares ANC victory ‘certain’ ahead of November polls
186 Mashatile urged supporters to guard against perceived differences that could undermine the National Democratic Revolution. ANC Deputy President Paul Mashatile has declared that the party will win the upcoming local government…
AfriForum and MK Party engage in high stakes Constitutional dialogue
168 Zuko Komisa AfriForum sought to defend Section 235, which acknowledges the right to self-determination for cultural and linguistic communities. The dialogue extended to the importance of mother-tongue education and fostering mutual…
Ramaphosa announces date for 2026 local government elections
205 Voter registration weekend is set for 20 and 21 June with some parties already in full campaign mode. President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the date for the 2026 local government elections…
PA defeats DA in Western Cape by-election, ANC also loses seat
181 The Patriotic Alliance drastically increased it voter share from the previous municipal elections, although overall voter turnout was low. The Patriotic Alliance (PA) has landed another firm psychological jab in the…
Be cautious as floods and thunderstorms may hit this long weekend
203By Mapaballo Borotho Image @shutterstock The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms, raising concerns about flooding and infrastructure damage. Several provinces, including the Northern Cape,…