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BCM in Crizes Amid SAMWU Strikes, Court Battles, Vandalism

By Duncan Mnisi East London — Tensions continue to rise in East London as municipal workers, frustrated by unfulfilled promises and ongoing violence, took to the streets in renewed protest. The East London CBD saw heightened activity following a series of disruptive incidents, including vandalism and unsafe working conditions. This latest wave of unrest comes…

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Limpopo Teacher Wins R50,000 After Being Snubbed for Principal Post

By Duncan Mnisi Modimolle – MM Rakgwale, a teacher from Limpopo, has been awarded R50,000 in compensation after challenging an unfair appointment process. The Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) ruled that she was unjustly overlooked for a principal’s position at her school, despite being the most qualified candidate. Rakgwale, who had applied for the principal…

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Search Continues for Missing Veteran Journalist Phaki Tshungu

By Montsho Matlala Pretoria: It has been nearly three months since retired veteran journalist Phaki Manas Tshungu mysteriously disappeared from his Atteridgeville home in Pretoria, Gauteng, leaving his family in agonizing suspense. His wife, Monica Tshungu (60), says life without her husband has become unbearable—especially as she struggles to explain his absence to their grandchildren,…

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