Author: Tshwarelo eseng Mogakane

Motion to rename Mpumalanga airport passes
Politics

Mpumalanga airport to be renamed after late ex-deputy president David “DD” Mabuza

Mpumalanga lawmakers have adopted a motion to rename Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) in honour of the late deputy president of South Africa, David... Read more.
Afrika Mayibuye picks leader for its women's movement
Politics

Mayibuye women’s structure deputy president says new post a demotion

A key activist who mobilised women during the consultation process that gave birth to the Afrika Mayibuye Movement has described her new position as a “demotion”.... Read more.
Mpumalanga plans to do away with fancy schools
Education

Mpumalanga government pulls plug on R100m ‘fancy schools’

The Mpumalanga government has quietly admitted what many parents and teachers have long felt: prestige schools may look impressive, but they are bleeding the budget... Read more.
Macpherson's department blacklists 40 companies
Politics

Minister Dean Macpherson firm on inclusion of ex-Steinhoff man on IDT rescue team

Accusations of hypocrisy and “selective morality” are flying after Minister of Public Works Dean Macpherson appointed Dr Len Konar – a former Steinhoff director... Read more.
David Mabuza has passed away
News

‘Wives’ launch court battle over ex-deputy president David Mabuza’s R44m estate

A legal battle is unfolding at the Mpumalanga High Court over the R44-million estate of the late former deputy president David Mabuza. The court must determine which... Read more.
MK Party slams Kubayi for 'evasive' response on Cradock Four
News

Call for evidence in apartheid-era crimes as commission sets hearing date

The judicial commission of inquiry into efforts to suppress the investigation or prosecution of apartheid-era crimes has called on the public to submit any relevant... Read more.
The business of abalone fishing
Business

SA’s cold war over abalone fishing rights continues to simmer

While the world frets over US President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs and their sting on global trade, a quieter economic war is playing out along South Africa’s... Read more.