The Weekend View

Fake videos generated using artificial intelligence which show bogus representations of SABC journalists and presenters promoting different projects or seen to be advertising products are still making  waves on various social media. The videos are becoming more sophisticated making it hard for unsuspecting individuals to tell if the videos are real. Scammers use AI, to clone the voice of the...

The families of missing journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli are anxiously awaiting DNA test results to confirm whether two bodies discovered in Rust de Winter, Limpopo, are of their loved ones. The couple went missing in February. In a chilling twist, police have arrested five suspects linked to their disappearance; some were found with parts from the couple's vehicle....

Tomorrow is Mother's Day An important day to appreciate the vital role played by mothers in many areas. One such area mothers play a key role in at times is to shape the financial future of their families. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Therèse Havenga, Head of Business Transformation at Momentum Savings to share these life lessons

A call to young authors. The Africa Teen Authors Book Initiative is calling on young African writers aged 13 to 19 to submit non-fiction short stories for its fifth anthology under the theme "One Africa, Many Voices. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to  Nomawele Njongo, the CEO of Kwazi Thina Publishers and founder of Africa Teen Authors Book Initiative

Just before the Constitutional Court ruled that South Africans can now have citizenship of another country while keeping their SA citizenship, the law prohibited this.  A matter that the Democratic Alliance has been seized with in the courts for years.  The party was supported by Phillip Plaatjes, a South African citizen who went to South Korea in 2002 to teach English. He then married B...

Orlando Pirates emerged the better side over Soweto derby rivals Kaizer Chiefs after claiming a 2-1 win at the FNB Stadium YESTERDAY. The Buccaneers came from a goal down to claim victory, laying down a marker for a rematch against Chiefs in the Nedbank Cup final next weekend. The win means Pirates have closed the gap to league leaders Mamelodi Sundowns while for Amakhosi, this second successive l...

Picture this, you are a mom and your baby is crying uncontrollably in the middle of the night. You try every trick you know but nothing seems to be working. Then you take your phone to check if there are any possible solutions. A few suggestions that seem genuine come up, but are they really genuine or are you interacting with marketers unaware? The World Health Organization and the United Nations...

The country's two largest labour federations, COSATU and SAFTU have been at each other's throat and trading barbs in the days leading up to Workers Day as they sharply differ over proposed labour law amendments. The proposed amendments include changes to the Labour Relations Act, the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and the Minimum Wage Act.   COSATU says it  remains confident th...

The South African National Defence Force - SANDF - on Thursday confirmed the phased withdrawal of troops and equipment from the eastern DRC, three days after a parliamentarian chastised the Department of Defence for its lack of communication on the exit. The withdrawal route from Goma in eastern DRC has been confirmed to go through Rwanda to Chato in northwestern Tanzania. The SA in DRC mission fa...

ON FRIDAY , Kelly Smith and her co-accused were convicted of kidnapping and trafficking her daughter, Joshlin Smith. The Western Cape High Court found that the state proved beyond reasonable doubt that Smith, her boyfriend, Jacquen Appollis and their friend Steveno van Rhyn sold the six-year-old girl for the purposes of exploitation. The three accused will remain in custody ahead of sentencing pro...

The search for the three missing police officers ended tragically this week with the discovery and recovery of their bodies. On Thursday the wreckage of the VW polo they were travelling in was also recovered in the Hennops river in Centurion in Gauteng.  Constables Cebekhulu Linda, Keamogetswe Buys and Bopelo Senoge went missing last week Wednesday, while en route to their posting in Polokwan...

While living together without marriage may reflect modern relationship dynamics, it's vital to be aware of the legal implications. Although South Africa has traditionally been more conservative in its approach towards these types of relationships, cohabitation is at an all-time high in South Africa. According to Vermeulen Attorneys , statistics have shown that less people are getting married, and...

Save the Children South Africa  has welcomed the guilty verdict in the Joshlin Smith case but laments that the case has laid bare the harsh reality of child abuse and exploitation that plagues the country. This comes as recent studies have shown that 42% of children in the country have experienced some form of violence during their childhood. Save the Children SA says that many kids continue...

Cape Town homeowners are fuming over the City's proposed tariff hikes set to kick in July. An explosive public meeting this week saw residents slam the fixed charges tied to rising property values, warning of 20 to 40% bill increases. Many, especially retirees and middle-income earners, say the hikes are unaffordable and unfair. City officials insist talks are ongoing, but an online petition is al...

President Cyril Ramaphosa has shortlisted four judges for the vacant Deputy Chief Justice role Dunstan Mlambo, Mahube Molemela, Cagney Musi, and Pule Tlaletsi. He's begun formal consultations with the Judicial Service Commission and political party leaders, as required by the Constitution. The post has been vacant  since 1 September 2024 when the then Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya rose to...

TODAY South Africa commemorates Freedom Day, under the theme, "United in Resilience for The Defence of Our Freedom and Democracy." President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the main celebration at the AJ Swanepoel Stadium in Ermelo, Mpumalanga. This year's celebration coincides with the 70th anniversary of the adoption of the Freedom Charter, a foundation on which our Constitution was draft...

While the Budget Justice Coalition has welcomed Treasury's reversal of the VAT hike it has slammed what it calls 'the false choice between raising taxes or slashing vital services'. The organization insists South Africa can build a fair, inclusive budget without deepening poverty. They propose credible, progressive alternatives, from tapping into reserves to curbing corporate tax breaks. The organ...

With less than 35% of South African motorists insured, understanding the right car insurance coverage is more crucial than ever. Many drivers are unaware of the different values at which they can insure their vehicles, leaving them vulnerable to unexpected costs in the event of an accident, theft, or total loss. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Siyakha Masiye, spokesperson at MiWay

Meanwhile Africans are hoping one of their own could become the first Black pope in modern history and build on Francis's legacy of championing the developing world, though some say the chances of that happening appear slim. A continent where religion permeates most aspects of private and public life, Africa is where the Roman Catholic Church is growing fastest, according to recently published Vat...

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend Pope Francis's funeral in the Vatican's St Peter's Square THIS MORNING.  Among them will be world leaders, Catholic officials and mourners from around the globe. The funeral mass is expected to begin at 10am.  After the mass his simple wooden coffin is then expected to be driven slowly to Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica where Francis w...

The DRC and Rwanda YESTERDAY signed an agreement in Washington to promote peace and economic development. The accord, signed at a ceremony with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, is seen as part of a diplomatic push to end violence after an advance by Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo. The Trump administration has taken a special interest in Congo since a Congolese senator contacted U.S...

Both Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando pirates drew nil all in their CAF Champions League semi-final matches played against Egyptian sides, Al Ahly and Pyramids respectively. The Pretoria giants failed to take home advantage in Loftus Versfeld Stadium while the Buccaneers were rescued by the Video Assistant Referee at the FNB stadium.  Meanwhile Stellenbosch FC will TODAY make their debut in cont...

As Christians worldwide mark Easter, honoring the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, tradition takes center stage at family tables. Pickled fish and hot cross buns remain firm favorites for some, especially on Good Friday, when many abstain from meat and opt for fish instead. For those observing Lent, the 40-day fast ends, making way for celebration. And what better way to indulge than with E...

South Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) has deployed additional resources and introduced advanced surveillance technology at several ports of entry for the Easter long weekend travel period. This time around the BMA deployed drones and body worn cameras for additional technological support. On Friday, BMA commissioner Dr. Michael Masiapato visited the Lebombo Border Post to Mozambique to...

Authorities are on high alert this Easter Sunday as traffic volumes swell across the country. With thousands of Zion Christian Church members driving back from Moria TONIGHT and TOMORROW and holidaymakers returning from family visits, congestion is expected especially on routes leading out of Limpopo, Kwa Zulu Natal and Eastern Cape. The Road Traffic Management Corporation is urging motorists to e...