GQEBERHA- In a quick and decisive operation, members of the South African Police Service in Kwadwesi, Gqeberha, sprang into action in the early hours of Saturday, April 19, 2025. Thanks to their rapid response, two suspects have been apprehended, a firearm with ammunition has been seized and stolen property linked to house robbery cases has…
EAST LONDON- In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering economic growth in East London, the Buffalo City Metro’s Economic Development and Agencies (BCMDA) Directorate, in collaboration with partners Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), Telkom SA, and Nelson Mandela Bay iHub (NMB iHub), recently unveiled a new venture to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in…
Also joining the veteran lock back in the starting side are fellow Springboks Lukhanyo Am and Aphelele Fassi, while Grant Williams returns to the bench, as coach John Plumtree has the luxury of selecting his strongest possible side for the first time in six months. Etzebeth hasn’t featured for the Sharks since December 7, while…
THE review of safety protocols at institutions of higher learning will help address the alarming trend of weaponising and militarising campuses, says Higher Education and Training Minister Nobuhle Nkabane. She made the remarks when visiting the Walter Sisulu University (WSU) in Mthata, Eastern Cape where a student was shot dead and two more wounded during…
There is a quiet revolt within the uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) Party, as a leadership battle threatens to split it into two camps. Senior insiders have confirmed to IOL that one camp favours Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former president and party founder Jacob Zuma, while the other supports MK secretary-general Floyd Shivambu. This division has…
Kaizer Chiefs have tied down senior midfielder Yusuf Maart after triggering an option they had on his initial contract. Maart’s current deal was set to expire in June, and there were questions around whether or not Chiefs will keep him. Several other teams in the PSL, including Maart’s former club Sekhukhune United, showed huge interest…
Urban Brew Studios is pleased to announce the appointment of Renée Williams as its new head of creative, effective 1 April 2025. With over 27 years of experience in content creation and broadcast media, Williams brings visionary leadership and a strong track record in developing impactful, audience-driven content. Renée Williams, newly appointed head of creative…
lost through fraud committed by its former president Luthando Mbinda. The 64-year-old was this week convicted on a charge of fraud in excess of R900 000. The Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Bellville found him not guilty on money laundering charges. Charges against two accomplices were withdrawn on January 22. Hawks spokesperson, Zinzi Hani said…
KwaZulu-Natal House of Traditional Leaders chairperson Inkosi Sifiso Shinga has hailed the agreement between the Ingonyama Trust Board (ITB) and Vodacom to build cellular towers in the areas that fall under traditional leaders. The landmark agreement, to improve mobile connectivity in rural areas of the province, was signed recently with Vodacom represented by Gerard Naidoo,…
MTHATHA- A somber cloud hangs over Walter Sisulu University today as one student has been fatally shot and three others are left wounded in a harrowing incident. Reports suggest that a residence manager may be involved in this shocking turn of events, sending shockwaves through the campus community. Details surrounding the heartbreaking shooting remain shrouded…
