Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema has used a wide-ranging interview on The Motherhood Network to set out how he believes local government should work, defend his position on immigration and argue that corruption and weak state capacity — rather than foreign nationals — sit at the heart of many of South Africa’s failures. The interview, hosted by Nandi Madida and published on 18 October, has drawn significant attention online. It forms part of The Motherhood Netwo

South Africa is heading into the 4 November local government elections under the shadow of a disturbing rise in suspected political assassinations, with researchers warning that the violence is increasingly tied not only to party rivalry, but to the value of local political office itself. At least 43 people were killed in 45 suspected political attacks between January and the end of September 2026, according to research by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised

Three police officers attached to Polokwane International Airport have been arrested in connection with allegations that they helped undocumented foreign nationals evade lawful processing after being intercepted near Polokwane. The officers, two men and a woman aged between 44 and 49, face charges of defeating the administration of justice and contravening section 49 of the Immigration Act. They were arrested by the Limpopo Provincial Anti-Corruption Unit, assisted by the Pol

National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has returned to work after a six-month precautionary suspension, telling senior officers that his priority is to restore focus, strengthen institutional integrity and lead the South African Police Service through a period of intense scrutiny. Masemola resumed his duties on 19 October after President Cyril Ramaphosa lifted his suspension following the withdrawal of criminal charges against him. Addressing colleagues at the T

North West businessman Suliman Carrim will remain in custody until 28 October after the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court postponed its decision on his bail application, in a case that has become as much about his conduct before the Madlanga Commission as it is about the circumstances of his arrest. Carrim, 49, was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport on 16 October shortly before he was due to leave South Africa. He is facing a charge of contravening the Commissions Act after

Former National Assembly speaker and defence minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has been issued with a warrant of arrest after failing to appear in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria on Friday, in the latest interruption to a corruption trial that has followed her from one of the highest offices in Parliament into the criminal courts. The warrant will not be executed immediately. Judge Mashudu Munzhelele ordered that it be stayed until 11 November, when Mapisa-Nqakula is expect

Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya’s bail hearing has moved into a more detailed phase, with his legal team challenging parts of the State’s account of his arrest and the circumstances surrounding the allegations against him. Sibiya, 59, is facing six charges, including rape, sexual grooming of a minor, human trafficking and negligent handling of a firearm. He has denied wrongdoing. The allegations are being tested in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court

More than five years after Anele Tembe died following a fall from a Cape Town hotel, a formal inquest has begun examining the circumstances of her death, reopening a case that has remained the subject of sustained public attention and unresolved questions. Tembe was 22 when she died in April 2021 after falling from the 10th floor of the Pepperclub Hotel. At the time, she was engaged to the musician Kiernan Forbes, widely known as AKA, who was with her at the hotel shortly bef

In early January 2026, Venezuela became the focus of intense international scrutiny following United States military action conducted within its territory. According to international media reports, the operation resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The United States government confirmed that an operation had taken place, describing it as a law-enforcement action connected to longstanding criminal charges against members of

Gambling in South Africa occupies a paradoxical position. It is a legal, regulated industry that contributes significantly to provincial revenue and employment, yet it is also associated with measurable social and personal harm. This tension has shaped public debate for decades, particularly as gambling has become more accessible through betting shops, online platforms, and aggressive advertising tied to sport and popular culture. Understanding gambling in South Africa requir

In recent years, global influence has increasingly shifted from traditional institutions to digital creators whose reach often rivals, and in some cases exceeds, that of established broadcasters. One such figure is IShowSpeed, a young internet personality whose visit to Africa, and particularly to South Africa, became more than a travel experience. It emerged as a cultural moment that illustrates how contemporary media power operates, how Africa is encountered by global youth

In an increasingly interconnected world, language has become both a bridge and a form of economic capital. English, in particular, continues to function as a global lingua franca across education, business, diplomacy, and digital communication. For millions of learners worldwide, especially in countries such as China where English proficiency is strongly associated with academic advancement and professional mobility, access to effective English instruction remains a priority.

In today’s digitally driven marketplace, digital literacy is no longer optional. It has become a foundational skill for employability, entrepreneurship, and organisational growth. As businesses increasingly rely on online platforms to reach customers, analyse behaviour, and build brand identity, the ability to understand and apply digital marketing principles has emerged as a critical form of professional capital. Within this context, Google’s Fundamentals of Digital Marketin