67 Minutes. 20,000 Children. One Powerful Way to Make a Difference. Every Mandela Day, South Africans are challenged to spend 67 minutes giving back. But finding a meaningful, organised way to make those minutes count isn’t always easy. This year, Ladles of Love is making it simple. The organisation is inviting companies, schools, families, students and community groups to become Hands-On Heroes, helping support the nutrition and education of 20,000 preschool
President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled a 5-point plan to crack down on illegal immigration, with a stern warning issued to employers not to hire undocumented foreigners, as they could face jail time. In an address to the nation on Sunday night, Ramaphosa acknowledged that illegal immigration is placing immense strain on South Africa and that concerns expressed over the issue are legitimate. But he has also warned against ordinary citizens taking action
Three suspects have been arrested for a violent attack on a police officer at the Delft police station this morning. The Western Cape SAPS spokesperson, Colonel Andre Traut, noted that the constable was allegedly struck with an axe by a suspect while on duty in the area in the early morning hours. “At approximately 02:05, a police constable was standing outside the Community Service Centre when he was approached by a
Edwin “Mzoli” Ngcawuzela, the founder of the iconic Gugulethu braai destination Mzoli’s, has died. Fondly known as Ta Mzo, died at the age of 72 on Sunday, following a long illness. He has been recognised as the pioneer of township entrepreneurship, having turned Mzoli’s from a butchery started in 2003, to an internationally recognised tshisanyama. The provincial MEC for Cultural Affairs, Ricardo Mackenzie, is among many to pay tribute to Ta Mzo for
President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is stepping up efforts to tackle illegal immigration through tighter border controls, tougher enforcement of immigration and labour laws, and stronger action against corruption in the immigration system. In a national address, Ramaphosa said undocumented migration places pressure on public services, jobs and security, but warned South Africans against xenophobia and violence. He announced measures including dedicated immigration courts, stricter penalties for employers hiring undocumented workers, the
