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Cardinal Robert Prevost of the US was elected as the first American pontiff in history by the 133 cardinal electors at the Vatican. White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of Pope Leo XIV to succeed Pope Francis. The crowd in St Peter’s Square cheered as the news broke.
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Gauteng government reports 37% of senior officials failed lifestyle audits conducted by SIU to combat corruption. 16% classified as medium risk, 47% low risk. Chairperson of Ethics Advisory Council emphasizes importance of audits being implemented across all levels of government to promote ethical governance and accountability. Residents urged to report any wrongdoing.
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Cardinals quickly chose Robert Prevost as the new pope, valuing his potential to continue Pope Francis’ impactful work for unity and outreach to marginalized communities. Prevost is seen as a unifying figure who can bridge divides within the Church. The decision reflects a focus on addressing global challenges amid war and division.
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Journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and partner Zodwa Precious Mdhluli found dead in South Africa after missing for over two months. Police arrest five suspects after discovering human remains in Limpopo province. Ndlovu, founder of Capital Live radio station, and Mdhluli were murdered and bodies dumped in a bush. DNA tests pending for confirmation. AMCF and NPC express shock.
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Over 100 vultures die in poisoning incident at Kruger National Park, one of the deadliest seen. 84 vultures rescued in joint effort by SANParks rangers and Endangered Wildlife Trust officials. Detected by EWT’s wildlife poisoning surveillance system, alert triggered at 06:05 on Tuesday in remote park section.
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States becomes the 267th pope, known as Pope Leo XIV. The first American pope, Prevost, 69, from Chicago, Illinois, greeted the crowd in St. Peter’s Square with a message of peace.
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Eighty-four vultures were rescued in a mass poisoning event at Kruger National Park, one of the largest in southern Africa. An elephant carcass laced with poison led to over 100 dead vultures. A coordinated effort involving helicopters and ambulances saved the surviving birds. The operation was carried out by South African National Parks rangers and Endangered Wildlife Trust officials.
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The Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (Ters) will provide the South African Post Office (Sapo) with R381 million over six months to support nearly 6,000 staff. The approval, described as a lifeline by Khusela Diko, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, aims to rescue and future-proof the historic institution, which dates back to 1792.
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Police have found human remains believed to be of missing journalist Sibusiso Aserie Ndlovu and partner Zodwa Mdhluli in Rust De Winter, Limpopo. Suspect turned State witness led police to the bodies, found 70km from the couple’s home. Clothes were also discovered near the skeletal remains.
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The Port of Richards Bay secures long-term investment in energy infrastructure, selecting five companies for liquid bulk and green fuel terminals development worth R17 billion. This move aims to expand handling capacity and advance South Africa’s energy transition, ensuring global competitiveness and contributing to energy security objectives.
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