South Africa News in English

Good morning! It’s 7th May, and here’s your South Africa daily news capsule.

Minister Tolashe faces parliamentary committee amid half-truths and evasive claims.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana halts Joburg’s R10 billion wage bill, warns of funding cuts.

Scopa reveals hackers siphoned R2 billion from Ekurhuleni municipality in a cybercrime heist.

Major-General Flynn calls for accountability in Hawks over missing R200 million cocaine case.

Severe storm warnings lead to the shutdown of 125 schools across South Africa.

President Ramaphosa unaware of wanted Zimbabwean delegate during his recent visit.

Concourt decision on Phala Phala scandal looms as Presidency braces for the judgment.

Judge accused of bias in landmark BEE case as legal showdown heads to court.

Foreign nationals in Durban protest against claims linking them to criminality.

Unions warn that repeated interventions have failed to resolve the NSFAS crisis.

Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship prompts urgent health alert for South African travelers.

Rand and JSE surge as oil prices slide following Iran peace deal reports.

CNN founder Ted Turner, who revolutionized TV news, has passed away at 87.

South African businesses face insolvency as economic strain rises amid global challenges.

Tributes pour in for Good Hope FM presenter Lorenzo Darries, who has passed away.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!