Scheduled tennis matches between Roedean and King David were cancelled amid allegations of antisemitism, leaving players and parents shocked and disappointed. Picture Credit: Sports Destinations By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg — The South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) has condemned an incident at Roedean School in Johannesburg, after the girls’ school cancelled a scheduled tennis…
Family and community members attend the funeral of Ekurhuleni MMC Andile Mngwevu at KwaThema Stadium. Picture Credit: X By Aisha Zardad Gauteng — Family, friends, political leaders and community members gathered in Ekurhuleni on Saturday to bid farewell to Andile Mngwevu, the City of Ekurhuleni Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Roads and Transport…
Smart ID rollout progress reflects accelerated digital transformation at Home Affairs offices nationwide. Picture Credit: polity.org.za By Aisha Zardad Johannesburg — The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has issued a record 4 002 964 Smart ID cards in 2025, marking the highest annual delivery rate since the Smart ID system was introduced, officials said. The…
President Cyril Ramaphosa urges investment in early-grade literacy and numeracy at the Basic Education Sector Lekgotla. Picture Credit: Polity.org.za By Aisha Zardad Benoni – President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the urgent need to strengthen foundational learning in South Africa’s education system, saying early-grade literacy and numeracy are critical to learners’ long-term success and the nation’s…