Former Department of Home Affairs official Zakhele Khuzwayo says he has spent more than three years battling financial uncertainty after the department allegedly froze his pension benefits and flagged him on the government's PERSAL system.

The Public Service Commercial Union of South Africa (PSCU SA) has officially launched its Ekurhuleni Region and elected a regional leadership committee tasked with establishing branches across the region, marking another milestone in the union’s continued growth and expansion within the public service sector.

ActionSA says Parliament missed an opportunity to strengthen public confidence in the Section 89 impeachment inquiry after members elected Rise Mzansi MP Makashule Gana as chairperson of the committee tasked with probing President Cyril Ramaphosa's conduct.

Chief Magistrate Tuletu Tonjeni has retired shortly after facing scrutiny over her decision to strike the Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni case off the roll. Her departure means she is unlikely to face disciplinary proceedings, while the re-enrolled case against Sibanyoni and his co-accused continues in court.

A 25-year-old woman accused of defrauding the Emfuleni Local Municipality of approximately R424,000 has been denied bail after the court found that her release would not be in the interests of justice.

Motorists will face higher petrol prices from Wednesday, while diesel, paraffin and LP gas users are set to benefit from significant price reductions following the latest fuel price adjustments announced by the Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources.

Former SAPS Special Task Force member Mathipandile Sotheni will remain behind bars after the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court denied his bail application, citing concerns that he could evade trial and interfere with the administration of justice.

A 35-year-old man has been arrested after police uncovered crystal meth valued at approximately R3 million during an intelligence-driven operation in Diepsloot. The drugs were found hidden under a mattress, while investigations into a second suspect continue.

Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC Faith Mazibuko will reopen newly refurbished wards at Kopanong District Hospital and unveil an upgraded psychiatric facility at Sebokeng Regional Hospital as part of efforts to improve patient care and increase bed capacity.

Police in Limpopo have seized dagga worth an estimated R11 million and arrested three suspected drug traffickers after intercepting two vehicles transporting the illicit consignment through Hoedspruit.

Bafana Bafana are set to travel to North America on Monday after visa delays forced the postponement of their scheduled departure, prompting Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie to demand accountability for the administrative setback.

Zimbabwean businessman Frank Buyanga Sadiqi has spent nearly three years in South African custody as legal proceedings continue, with his lawyers raising concerns about delays, his deteriorating health and the handling of his case.

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has called for an independent investigation into a controversial R70 million lease agreement for a Pretoria building that allegedly had no tenant, following findings of procurement irregularities and accountability concerns.

Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called on women and girls to prioritise their safety when using e-hailing services following growing concerns over crimes targeting both drivers and passengers.

More than 2,300 South African-owned spaza shops have been approved for support under the R500 million Spaza Shop Support Fund, with government allocating R179.6 million so far. However, compliance challenges, including licensing and verification issues, continue to prevent many applicants from accessing the funding.