Women’s Living Heritage Monument a White Elephant

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Women’s Living Heritage Monument a White Elephant

BY : CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR 

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The Women’s Living Heritage Monument in Tshwane, which remains closed to the public, has deteriorated to the point that paint is peeling off the walls. This was discovered during a recent oversight inspection by the Gauteng Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation.

The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation (GDSACR) spent over R280 million on construction and operational costs. A further R14.5 million was spent fixing shoddy workmanship that occurred during phases three and four of the project over the past three years.

The monument, which was unveiled in August 2016, is meant to honour the legacy of women who played a critical role in the struggle against apartheid in the country. In addition, the centre is intended to host a training and development centre featuring statues commemorating legendary activists, Lillian Ngoyi, Helen Joseph, Rahima Moosa, and Sophie De Bruyn. Despite being unveiled in 2016, construction on the project was completed two years later in 2018. Furthermore, the sand used in the construction is starting to crumble.

The premises are secured with fencing and signs indicating that personal protective equipment is required to enter, even though there is no visible construction activity on the site. Seven unannounced visits have taken place since 2024 by the Democratic Alliance (DA) Gauteng, during which we were denied access, six of which we were denied access.

The GDSACR promised that the site would be fully operational by 2024. This deadline has since passed, and there has been no progress in getting the site fully operational. One of the reasons the site cannot become fully operational is that the City of Tshwane declared it a fire hazard for failing to comply with safety standards.

The continued delay in opening the site was blamed on the need to move the substation from the parking lot of the State Theatre to a safe area, a requirement from Fire and Safety. During this year’s oversight inspection, the project manager confirmed that the substation had been moved.

The DA Gauteng will continue to push for the opening of the Women’s Living Heritage Monument. This heritage site not only has the potential to unlock job opportunities and grow the local economy in Tshwane but will also honour the memories of the women who have sacrificed for South Africa. It is a dishonour to past and present generations that it is sitting idle as a white elephant.

A DA-led provincial government would immediately appoint a competent contractor to complete the work at this facility.

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4 November 2026 Local Government Elections in South Africa

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4 November 2026 Local Government Elections in South Africa 

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Electoral Commission welcomes announcement of 4 November 2026 as Local Government Elections Date 

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The Electoral Commission of South Africa welcomes the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa confirming Wednesday, 4 November 2026 as the date for the 2026 Local Government Elections. Chief Electoral Officer Mr Sy Mamabolo said: “The announcement of the election date provides clarity for all role players and certainty of planning for the Electoral Commission as we continue our work to deliver free and fair municipal elections.” 

The Electoral Commission encourages all eligible South Africans who are not yet registered, or who have changed their place of residence, to ensure that they are registered in the voting district where they ordinarily reside, as voters may only vote at the voting station where they are registered. 

The Electoral Commission, however, notes that this announcement does not constitute the formal proclamation of the election date. In terms of the law, the official proclamation will be made by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, at which point the voters’ roll will be closed. Prospective voters are invited to make use of the Commission’s online registration platform available at registertovote.elections.org.za by visiting the Electoral Commission website on a desktop computer or mobile phone to register or update their registration details.

Alternatively, citizens may register during the national voter registration weekend on 20 and 21 June 2026, at the same voting stations where they intend to cast their ballots on election day. 

The Commission urges all eligible citizens to take this opportunity to verify their registration details early and to participate fully in shaping the future of their local communities. 

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Joburg’s Rea Vaya buses ready to support Soweto Derby

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Joburg’s Rea Vaya buses ready to support Soweto Derby

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The City of Joburg’s Rea Vaya BRT buses will operate a special service on Sunday 26 April 2026 for the Soweto derby between Orlando Pirates FC and Kaizer Chiefs FC at the FNB Stadium. 

Soccer fans will be transported conveniently from Sandton, Alexandra (T4 buses), Cresta (C4 buses), Yeoville, Parktown (F11 & F12 buses), Florida North (C5 buses), Joburg CBD and some major parts in Soweto (T1, T3 & C1 buses) to the FNB Stadium. From Sandton and Alexandra use T4 buses to Library Gardens Westbound to connect T1 & C1 to the FNB stadium. 

The frequency of T4 services will be stepped up from the normal service to 5 minutes from 11h00 for soccer fans travelling from Sandton and Alexandra to the Joburg CBD. Rea Vaya Soccer City (FNB Stadium) station will open from 10:00 on Sunday, 26 April 2026. Fans using the T3 buses from the Joburg CBD and Braamfontein will connect T1 & C1 at the Rea Vaya Orlando Stadium Station to FNB stadium without paying extra cost for the trip. 

As part of safety and security precautions, the city advises soccer fans to access Rea Vaya buses and get to the FNB Stadium early before kick-off at 15h00. No alcohol beverages will be allowed in the Rea Vaya buses and stations.

 After the match, all Rea Vaya buses leaving FNB Stadium will operate at 5 minutes frequency to transport soccer fans to their destination points. Rea Vaya services from FNB Stadium will end at 19:00. 

The last T4 bus from Joburg CBD to Alexandra and Sandton will leave Library Gardens Eastbound at 20h00. Soccer fans can use account-based ticketing cards available at all Rea Vaya stations for R40.00 to travel to the soccer match. 

Fans are encouraged to load travel cards with funds for a return trip. These can also be used for future travel to events. Soccer fans from Thokoza Park in Soweto and Park Station to the FNB Stadium will pay only R14.00, Sandton (Atholl) and Alexandra to FNB travel cost is R19,00. For information and update on travel to the Derby: @Rea Vayabus and /ReaVayaBus. 

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NSFAS Welcomes Arrests in Lephalale Fraud and Theft Case

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NSFAS Welcomes Arrests in Lephalale Fraud and Theft Case

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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) welcomes the decisive action taken by the Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation Unit in Limpopo, which has resulted in the arrest of eleven individuals and four companies on charges of alleged fraud and theft involving NSFAS funds. 

The accused appeared before the Lephalale Magistrate Court on Tuesday and are scheduled to appear before the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Thursday, 7 May 2026.

NSFAS is deeply concerned by the reported allegations that, during 2017, funds intended to support deserving students were diverted for personal gain through fraudulent activities involving senior staff and clerks at Lephalale TVET College. Such actions not only compromise the integrity of the Scheme but also deny deserving students access to educational opportunities.

NSFAS commends the Hawks, under the leadership of Major General Gopez Govender, for their unwavering commitment to uncovering and addressing corruption. The Scheme remains steadfast in its resolve to cooperate fully with all law enforcement agencies to ensure that justice prevails and that public funds are protected.

Our mission remains to provide financial support to students in need, and we reaffirm our commitment to upholding the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and good governance. NSFAS takes any breach of trust extremely seriously and will pursue all available measures to safeguard the Scheme and its beneficiaries.

We urge any member of the public with information that may assist investigations to contact the Hawks. Together, we can protect the future of South Africa’s students and restore confidence in the administration of student financial aid.

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INGONYAMA TRUST ACT REFORMS

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INGONYAMA TRUST ACT REFORMS

BY : CHANON LECODEY MERRICKS ONLINE EDITOR KASiBC_AFRiCA 

ENGAGEMENTS WITH THE ZULU MONARCHY ON THE INGONYAMA TRUST ACT REFORMS 

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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (“MK Party”)’s Parliamentary Caucus, led by Party Leader Dr. Mandlakayise John Hlophe and Chief Whip in the National Assembly Hon. Mmabatho MokoenaZondi, met with a delegation representing His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini. 

The delegation raised serious concerns regarding the Ingonyama Trust Act of 1994, which currently vests decision-making authority over 2.8 million hectares of land belonging to the Zulu Kingdom in the Ingonyama Trust Board, while limiting the King’s authority. 

The Act also grants oversight powers to the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, effectively placing control of royal land in the hands of politicians, rather than the rightful owners of the land, AmaKhosi. Of particular concern to the MK Party is that the Act currently vests unilateral decision-making authority to the Board without consultation with His Majesty, thereby undermining the authority of the Zulu Monarch and the institution of Royal leadership. In accordance with our policy position, the MK Party affirms that land belonging to the kings and queens should be governed by the kings and queens who bear the responsibility of leading their communities. 

Political interference in such matters is both inappropriate and inconsistent with the principles of customary governance. Interestingly, the MK Party notes the contradiction in the IFP’s continued refusal to cooperate with the MK Party in governing the province of KwaZulu-Natal, despite clear evidence from yesterday’s engagement that collaboration is both possible and effective when it serves the interests of our people and ensuring that their land is in their hands. 

The delegation included the IFP’s MEC for COGTA and Traditional Prime Minister (uNdunankulu) to His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, Hon. Thulasizwe Buthelezi, and Inkosi Chiliza, an MK Party Leader in the KwaZulu Natal Legislature and Deputy Prime Minister to His Majesty King Misuzulu kaZwelithini. Delegates, including leaders of the MK Party and IFP, were able to engage constructively on the critical issue of restoring land to its rightful custodians. It is therefore difficult for us to understand why the IFP chooses to work with the DA in KwaZulu Natal, and resists partnering with the MK Party on matters that directly benefit the people of KwaZulu Natal. If both parties can find common ground in addressing injustices embedded in Roman Dutch Law legislation affecting land, the same spirit of cooperation should extend to governance in the province and nationally. 

The MK Party calls on the IFP to reflect on this inconsistency and to prioritise the will and interests of the people of KwaZulu Natal and the nation, who seek unified leadership committed to returning power and land to its rightful owners. 

The MK Party will give due consideration to the concerns raised and engage the necessary stakeholders on changes to the Roman Dutch Law Act to ensure that authority over royal land is restored to its rightful custodians, AmaKhosi. 

The MK Party remains committed to advancing policies and laws that respect and strengthen the role of Royal leadership in South Africa.  

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