An SIU investigation has revealed that visas and permits were allegedly sold for bribes totalling R16.3 million, implicating officials within the Department of Home Affairs. Picture Credit: Action SA By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg – The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says South Africa’s immigration system was effectively turned into a “marketplace”, with visas and permits allegedly…
Government has advanced feasibility studies for a proposed high-speed rail link between Durban and Johannesburg, with officials saying the project could cut travel time by nearly three hours. Picture Credit: Travel News By Aisha Zardad KwaZulu-Natal – Plans to develop a high-speed rail connection between Durban and Johannesburg have entered the feasibility stage, signalling concrete…
Informal traders marched through Johannesburg’s CBD to Braamfontein, demanding the urgent release of trading permits and an end to alleged harassment by city officials. Picture Credit: Facebook By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg – CBD – Dozens of informal traders marched through Johannesburg’s Central Business District on Thursday, accusing city officials of harassment and raising concerns over…
Multiple explosions rocked a chemical factory in Germiston South, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of workers as firefighters battled to contain the blaze. Picture Credit: The Citizen By Aisha Zardad Germiston – Hundreds of workers — including staff from nearby businesses — were forced to evacuate after a large structural fire involving highly volatile and…