Beyond the gravel roads and rolling foothills of rural Eastern Cape, a social pioneer aims to provide power to the people through dignified sanitation solutions.

The Red Berets’ Commander-in-Chief took swipes at the ANC’s newest ‘anti-corruption policy’ while addressing reporters outside court on Monday morning.

The media sector — like so many other industries — has been ravaged by the coronavirus-induced lockdown

There will be no power cuts until 16:00 on Tuesday afternoon.

The start of a new month has been ushered in with the return of load shedding.

Thousands of desperate citizens have been queuing outside the Sutherland Street post office since July.

‘The NHLS believes that the employees are unable to go on strike as they render an essential service.’

The lights will stay on this weekend, after critical repairs were completed at Medupi and Kusile late on Thursday night.

The wait is over; this week you can enjoy your favourite alcoholic beverage while out and about.

Worse still, Eskom says that South Africa is likely to experience higher stages of load shedding during peak-demand times.

Hawks spokesperson, Hangwani Mulaudzi, confirms that there is more to this case than just the damage done to a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon.

Court challenges, ‘bad science’ and damning admissions; how long with the ban on booze and cigarettes still last?

The president has promised to fast-track criminal complaints to the highest authority to ensure that those found guilty of looting state funds are put behind bars.

It’s alleged that the Limpopo government paid R64 000 for a single housing unit which usually retails at around R8 000.

Gauteng just can’t escape glaring irregularities relating to the supply and distribution of PPE.

Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in the Eastern Cape says that there is no KwaBhaca kingdom and, hence, no king.

While the act of smoking is not prohibited, the selling and purchasing of tobacco products is. Cele asks for receipts…

The EFF issue harsh words to Zimbabwean president, Emmerson Mnangagwa.

At an average of 58 murders a day, South Africa is close to becoming the ‘murder capital’ of the world.

You may have received an SMS from SARS, asking you to “Accept” or “Edit” your tax returns; here’s what you need to know…

Mnangagwa has ordered police and military personnel to fill the streets amid a mass anti-corruption protest on Friday.

SAPS in the Western Cape has issued a stern warning to all demonstrators, saying that lawlessness will be met with ‘decisive action’.

The Fair-Trade Independent Tobacco Association will now approach the Supreme Court of Appeal.

The looting of funds intended to ease the pandemic-induced pressure on poor South Africans is a special kind of repugnant.

The official opposition party, which is currently undergoing an uncomfortable metamorphosis, is likely to be stung by Mashaba’s comments…

Protests, which left six government vehicles and a community centre gutted by flames on Monday, have continued to grow on Tuesday morning.

Minister says permits will be required for night-time travel and that police visibility will be intensified.

Zindziswa “Zindzi” Mandela, daughter of former president Nelson Mandela and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, has died.

The sale and purchase of liquor has, once again, been prohibited.

The power utility has urged all citizens to drastically decrease their electricity usage.

The procurement process — which wasn’t sanctioned by the national department of health — is currently under investigation.

Will Maimane’s last-ditch attempt to postpone the reopening of schools pass the grade?

The digging of mass grave sites in Gauteng has come under serious scrutiny.

The SIU is waiting on President Ramaphosa to sign a national proclamation which will allow investigators to consolidate all allegations of corruption.

As South Africa experiences a surge in coronavirus cases, the president has called on all citizens to play their part.

The ANC’s National Chairperson says that the reinstatement will depend on engagements with Limpopo communities and the party’s provincial structures.

DA leader John Steenhuisen has welcomed the suspensions and called upon all South Africans to reject brutality.

According to party insiders, President Ramaphosa was vehemently opposed to the reinstatement but was ultimately overruled by the NEC majority.

Blame has been placed on the courier company tasked with transporting samples from nearby hospitals to a laboratory in Port Elizabeth.

The minister of transport doesn’t want a ‘war’ but says that government will act harshly and decisively against those seeking to undermine the law.

This comes after minister Mbalula snubbed a meeting with industry stakeholders on Sunday afternoon.

Bad news for smokers, tax watchdogs and the legal tobacco industry.

Tough times call for tough measures, but government’s decision to redirect funds away from the education system has been met with criticism.

Government has been criticised for ‘sneaking’ applications onto phones without permission; but the truth is, you need to opt-in, even if the terms and conditions aren’t that clear.

The EFF Commander-in-Chief says that journalists have failed to provide evidence of corruption.

The Deputy President due to be grilled over Eskom corruption and ‘dodging’ responsibilities.

Five journalists have been given the go ahead to ask the EFF Commander-in-Chief ‘any question’ — including those relating to VBS corruption.

The veteran politician who helped build the official opposition party is now tearing it apart.

Government has faced more than 90 legal challenges due to controversial lockdown regulations.

Taxis are back on the roads despite still having a bone to pick with minister Mbalula.

Things got heated when the transport minister attempted to engage with frustrated taxi drivers.

The destruction of public transport infrastructure embattles commuters during a time of fierce economic pressure.

In a sombre Monday-morning address, the president laments dire job losses in a country already crippled by unemployment.

Police and military personnel have ordered defiant taxi drivers to disperse.

Together with the Department of Social Development, Sassa is finalising an ‘appeal’ mechanism to address complaints of unfair rejections and delays.

Still no word from the High Court as another legal challenge, tabled by a giant in the tobacco industry, looms.

The Democratic Alliance says that liquidation is the ‘only realistic option’ and has slammed the proposal of further bailouts.

No stranger to controversy, Zulu caused outrage by claiming she ‘didn’t know’ just how severely the poor would be impacted by COVID-19.

Another brutal slaying on the Cape Flats strikes fear into the hearts of electrical technicians.

The Department of Health in the Eastern Cape already owes in excess of R3 billion to service providers and risks being placed under administration.

A virtual sitting of the National Assembly will grill the president over lockdown inconsistencies.

Talks between minister Mbalula and major taxi associations have stalled amid growing tensions.

It’s estimated that up to half of all tourism businesses in the Western Cape will close as a result of prolonged restrictions.

Indemnity forms cannot and should not be used in an attempt to shirk responsibilities.

Despite Minister Mbalula’s pleas, taxi operators will be demanding more from commuters.

Tshwane accounts for just over 12% of infections in Gauteng.

The taxi industry — like most sectors of the South African economy — has been hurt by the coronavirus-induced lockdown.

The Eastern Cape’s close proximity the the country’s coronavirus epicentre is another major concern.

The transport minister is expected to expand on rail’s health and safety regulations in due course.

The former DA leader has already eyed schools in Thembisa and Vosloorus.

Will South African smokers rejoice or mourn a High Court judgement this week?

The president has ordered South Africans to protect the elderly and those with comorbidities.

Commenting on Mashaba’s new book, The Accidental Mayor, Zille said: Mashaba’s short stint as Johannesburg’s Mayor wasn’t just an accident, it turned out to be a car crash.

The president agreed that the ‘limit’ of beds was a major concern.

Procurement backlogs have been eased and it seems that most schools will reopen to Grade 7 and 12 learners on Monday 8 June.

It’s been a grim week for the South African Social Security Agency.

The agency is dealing with a backlog of epic proportions, having only managed to service 2% of special grant recipients

The Commission is running out of time, with lockdown eating away at opportunities to amass evidence.

The ANC is expected to clarify its position on the ‘rogue’ minister’s outbursts.

For those hoping to see a government defeat, don’t get your hopes up too soon…

The health minister says that the Western Cape is adequately prepared to deal with the conoranvirus’ peak.

The ruling party is not happy with Masina’s support of Julius Malema and his comments on nationalisation.

Pupils will not be returning to school this week, leading to more uncertainty around the prospects of the 2020 curriculum.

The president says that schools which aren’t properly equipped to stem the spread of COVID-19 will remain closed.

MEC Debbie Schäfer says that there is no reason why learning in the province should be delayed any further.

The president says that Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma shouldn’t be getting the blame.

South Africans concerned that government has a conflicting understanding of the Disaster Management Act.

The largest tobacco manufacturer in South Africa has re-entered the ring.

The president says that there is no fight between scientists and politicians – he also added that ‘lockdown won’t last forever’.

Evictions will still be frowned upon during Level 3 lockdown, but courts may grant order if there’s a ‘just and equitable’ cause.

Julius Malema opens up about lockdown life, alcohol, tobacco and the reopening of schools.

Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma is being kept busy with all the legal challenges aimed at nullifying the tobacco ban.

Here’s the timeline of Fita’s legal challenge to have the tobacco ban overturned.

Organisation urges government to reveal any links between politicians and illicit tobacco traders.

The Minister has denied a close association with self-confessed cigarette smuggler Adriano Mazzotti.

South Africa will have to wait another day for clarity regarding Level 3 lockdown regulations.

Fita demands evidence of the National Coronavirus Command Council’s infamous Level 4 U-turn.

It’s quite likely that some schools will not open to receive pupils on 1 June.

More arrests for alcohol-related infringements; the last kicks of a dying prohibition.

Dirt road diversions and dangerous highway antics involving illicit tobacco traders and Limpopo cops.