Profile Dr Samke J Ngcobo

Trade tensions between the US and Canada have intensified after Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods. Canada has vowed to retaliate dollar-for-dollar from 8 September, targeting sectors including steel, dairy, agriculture and electronics. The move follows the collapse of trade talks, with Canadian Prime…

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has been ordered to continue testifying at the Madlanga Commission after commissioners rejected his lawyers’ second bid for a postponement. His legal team cited difficulties consulting with him in prison and threatened further legal action. Matlala is also expected to invoke his right against self-incrimination during his…

The SANDF has finally received the R823 million allocated for Operation Prosper, five months after the deployment began. The funding delay has raised questions about government planning and the risks of deploying soldiers without timely financial support. Phemelo speaks to Standing Committee on Appropriations chairperson Mmusi Maimane about the funding…

Once a major Joburg tourist attraction, Santarama Miniland at Wemmer Pan has been stripped of its famous miniature landmarks and allegedly taken over as a private events venue. Parties, corporate functions and picnics are reportedly being hosted on the municipal-owned property, with the City allegedly receiving no rental or service…

The ANC has launched its 2026 local government election manifesto, promising to fix struggling municipalities, improve service delivery and tackle corruption. But with support falling to 45.59% in 2021, the party is under pressure to turn familiar promises into action. President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the ANC’s shortcomings, while using “clock…