Category BreakingNews

BusinessTech

Gauteng government tackles taxi operators using mafia tactics, elevating issue to war room for urgent action. Taxi operators in South Africa intimidate and extort citizens, schools, businesses, drawing criticism from politicians and law enforcement. Recent investigations reveal violent incidents targeting private transport providers, schools, and individuals nationwide.

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Daily Maverick

Head of Russia’s Aari aims to boost scientific cooperation in the Arctic and Antarctic, despite past skepticism of human-caused climate change. Putin’s actions in Ukraine raise concerns about territorial conflicts in the Antarctic Treaty. Australia’s claim to 42% of Antarctica is noted.

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EWN

South African Weather Services issue yellow alert level two warning for heavy rains in Gauteng. Residents advised to stay indoors and away from metal objects during severe thunderstorms. Emergency services warn communities to remain vigilant as heavy rains are expected to persist into the evening.

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Daily Maverick

USAID has terminated funding for Pepfar-funded HIV organizations, causing distress among health workers and activists. The move comes just 38 days after President Trump’s freeze on foreign development assistance. The termination affects key programs in the HIV/Aids sector, leading to concerns about the collapse of services. Pepfar provided South Africa with $440 million in funding for HIV initiatives.

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BBC News

Rape survivors in DR Congo recall horror of jailbreak in Goma. Pascaline, 22, shares her ordeal at Munzenze prison, where she was raped by two men. Attackers came from the men’s block next door. Pascaline feared for her life and was forced to endure the assaults. The first attack was so brutal that she lost consciousness.

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eNCA

Professor John Lamola has been appointed as Group CEO of South African Airways, with the Democratic Alliance questioning the selection process. The party believes qualified candidates were overlooked in favor of Lamola, who scored lowest in competency assessments. Transport Minister Creecy defends the decision, emphasizing the importance of a capable public service.

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Al Jazeera

Hundreds of Palestinians released by Israel after ceasefire show signs of abuse and emaciation. More than 600 released, with some needing medical attention. Delay in release of two women and 44 children. Final swap in ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel. Palestinians transported to hospital for injuries. Released Palestinian describes torture and mistreatment in Israeli prison.

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Voice of America (VOA News)

Mauritius and La Reunion prepare for Cyclone Garance, labeled a class 3 cyclone with gusts up to 70 kph. Mauritius shut its main airport, while La Reunion planned to do the same. The cyclone, 310 km northwest of Mauritius, poses a direct threat with expected flooding. Meteo-France predicts a direct impact on La Reunion, with the cyclone’s intensity and path subject to change.

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Daily Maverick

Long queues at South Africa’s Master’s Office, with reports of a “runners’ mafia” for queue jumping. Officials on extended leave, office closed for Valentine’s Day. Legal institution facing backlogs, corruption allegations, and online system failures. Master of Cape Town High Court did not respond to inquiries.

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SowetanLIVE

Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stated that those interested in resettling in the US following Trump’s offer are free to do so. AfriForum and Solidarity groups made recommendations to pressure the South African government on various issues. Ntshavheni criticized the groups for spreading lies about South Africa and encouraged them to take up Trump’s offer.

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