The 19th annual South African Film and Television Awards are currently underway in Midrand, where the country’s film and television industry has gathered to celebrate excellence on screen. Themed “One Story. One Industry. One Future: Celebrating South Africa’s Screen Legacy Together,” the awards recognise productions released during an extended eligibility period, covering content from early 2024 to mid-2025. Tonight’s ceremony …

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in KwaZulu-Natal has lambasted the African National Congress (ANC) in the eThekwini Municipality for failing to resolve the water crisis in the region despite President Cyril Ramaphosa’s intervention, last month. The DA has set its target on winning key municipalities such as Umhlathuze and eThekwini in the upcoming local government elections. The party announced Umhlathuze Deputy …

Englishman Lee Westwood will start Sunday’s final round of LIV Golf Singapore tied for the lead at 10-under-par alongside Torque GC captain, Joaquin Niemann. With a victory, 52-year-old Westwood, who has 44 professional wins across 20 countries, could become the oldest player to win a LIV Golf individual title. He carded a three-under 68 in challenging conditions. Niemann, who has …

The funeral service of iconic South African comedian and actor, Soli Philander is taking place in Athlone on the Cape Flats. Philander died in Cape Town last week at the age of 65. He has been described as a cultural gem and a pioneer for young and upcoming comedians, particularly from the Cape Flats. Philander was renowned for work in …

ActionSA says the aim of its proposed Zero Tolerance Corruption Bill is to introduce mandatory minimum sentences to ensure stronger accountability for corruption offences in South Africa. The party’s Member of Parliament Dereleen James, says corruption has been normalised in the country, leaving communities without basic services. She says there’s an urgent need to send out a clear message that …

Tributes are continuing to pour in for struggle fighter and Congress of the People co-founder, Mosiuoa Lekota as a hearse is transports his body to the Old Grey Sports ground in Bloemfontein for the funeral service. WATCH | SABC News reporter Ntlantla Kgatlhane is at the Old Grey Sports Centre in Bloemfontein with the latest ahead of Mosiuoa “Terror” Lekota’s …

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Eskom says the payment of a flat rate tariff for electricity is not feasible. This follows calls by Diepkloof residents in Soweto for Eskom to introduce a flat rate of at least R350 for electricity consumption. Residents marched to Eskom’s Soweto offices on Friday, where they objected to the installation of smart prepaid meters where they will be billed based …

By Gavin Kelly Why is South Africa so vulnerable to petroleum supply issues and global fuel price trends? But, more importantly, how do we protect ourselves in the future? Global pressures shaping local fuel prices Global fuel market dynamics play an enormous role in determining fuel prices. Supply and demand remain very relevant in what the (global) customer is prepared …

Eastern Cape Finance MEC, Mlungisi Mvoko, has announced a budget of R105 billion for the 2026 and 2027 financial year. Tabling his Budget Speech at the provincial Legislature in Bhisho, Mvoko announced that R9 billion has been allocated to improve infrastructure in critical sectors as a means to strengthen much-needed service delivery. The provincial Health and Education Departments have received …