Hope Ntanzi

Junior Multimedia Journalist

IEC announces 508 registered political parties in preparation for 2026 local government elections

Hope Ntanzi|Published

IEC CEO Sy Mamabolo has announced that there are 805 registered political parties, with 20 new additions between October 2025 and February 2026, urging parties to ...

KZN set for growth despite challenges of FMD and unemployment, Finance MEC predicts

Hope Ntanzi|Published

KZN Finance MEC Francois Rodgers projects modest economic growth for KwaZulu-Natal, but warns that unemployment and a livestock disease outbreak pose serious threats. ...

ActionSA to announce Mashaba as mayoral candidate for Joburg

Hope Ntanzi and Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Mashaba’s administration insourced over 6,000 security guards and cleaners, improving wages and benefits, and released 83 derelict city-owned properties for low-cost ...

Two KZN police sergeants arrested for extortion in Amaoti

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Two KwaZulu-Natal police sergeants have been arrested for extortion after a community-led effort exposed their illegal activities.

KZN Education condemns bullying after learner assault filmed at Eastwood Secondary School

Hope Ntanzi|Published

KZN Education has condemned a bullying incident at Eastwood Secondary after a learner was filmed being assaulted. SAPS and school officials are investigating the ...

SARS achieves record R2.3 trillion revenue, restores public trust, says Ramaphosa

Hope Ntanzi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa praises the South African Revenue Service (SARS) for its record R2.3 trillion revenue collection, calling it a blueprint for rebuilding ...

Former DA member Mbali Ntuli slams John Steenhuisen’s leadership

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Mbali Ntuli has criticised John Steenhuisen's leadership, citing mismanagement, scandals, and factionalism within the DA. She warns the party faces a leadership ...

Presidency distances itself from Minister Gayton McKenzie's pro-ICE comments

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The South African Presidency has distanced itself from Minister Gayton McKenzie’s controversial pro-ICE comments, clarifying that his support for ICE and Trump’s ...

WATCH | ANC KZN unveils political response to urgent governance challenges

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The African National Congress (ANC) in KwaZulu-Natal is hosting a media briefing in Durban following a decisive meeting of the Provincial Task Team (PTT) that addressed ...

Power struggle in SAPS undermines crime intelligence, says Hlungwani

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Former Crime Intelligence Brigadier Tiyani Hlungwani’s testimony uncovers a culture of favoritism within SAPS, detailing how influential figures used cronyism to ...

Advocate Hoffman criticises presidential control over NDPP, calls for independent anti-corruption body

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

Advocate Paul Hoffman critiques the concentration of power in the President’s hands, arguing it undermines the independence of the NDPP and calling for a new, independent ...

McBride denies O'Sullivan controlled IPID investigations, defends task teams

Hope Ntanzi|Published

EX- IPID head Robert McBride has defended IPID’s integrity, rejecting allegations of political interference and collusion with Paul O'Sullivan, insisting investigations ...

'Strategic move to bring her into the IFP' — Analysts on Shinga’s new role as acting Health MEC

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Political analysts are split on the implications of Mbali Shinga's appointment as Acting MEC for Health, with some viewing it as a strategic power move by Premier ...

All systems go for the 2026 academic year despite overcrowding issues

Brandon Nel and Hope Ntanzi|Published

The 2026 school year is underway. While many schools are ready, challenges like overcrowding, unplaced learners, and strained infrastructure persist.

DBE offers a free 'second chance' Matric rewrite programme for unsuccessful 2025 students

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The Department of Basic Education has urged National Senior Certificate (NSC) candidates who were unsuccessful in their initial examination attempt to take advantage ...

'Together we rise': Mashatile’s Christmas message calls for hope and renewal

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has wished South Africans a joyful festive season, highlighting economic growth, youth empowerment, and global leadership, while ...

N3TC urges caution as holiday traffic and stormy weather persist on N3 Toll route

Hope Ntanzi|Published

N3 Toll Concession warns motorists of heavy holiday traffic and unpredictable weather on the N3 Toll Route. Drivers are urged to remain alert, patient, and informed ...

36 MPLs suspended without pay over disorder in KZN Legislature

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The KwaZulu-Natal Legislature has suspended 36 members, including 35 from the MKP and one from the EFF, after chaotic disruptions during a no-confidence vote. The ...

Minister Firoz Cachalia to lead festive season policing oversight in KwaZulu-Natal

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia, accompanied by SAPS leadership, will oversee festive season operations in KwaZulu-Natal, including mall walkabouts and community ...

Minnie Dlamini repays R50,000 after SIU probe into National Lotteries grants

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

TV personality Minenhle Dlamini has fully cooperated with the SIU investigation and has agreed to repay funds irregularly received from the Mshandukani Foundation, ...

Watch VideoManhunt launched after nine shot dead in shocking Bekkersdal tavern shooting

Hope Ntanzi|Updated

Police have launched a manhunt after nine people were killed and ten injured when gunmen opened fire at a licensed tavern in Bekkersdal during the early hours of ...

MK Party says urgent action needed as eThekwini closes four beaches over sewage pollution

Hope Ntanzi|Published

MK Party has condemned eThekwini’s failing sewer and wastewater management, calling repeated sewage contamination a public health risk, an economic threat, and a ...

Special Investigating Unit to probe vaccine projects and SAA over alleged mismanagement and losses

Hope Ntanzi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa has empowered the SIU to investigate serious allegations of mismanagement and financial losses in key state institutions, including vaccine ...

Parliament concerned about MPs' safety following kidnapping of MK Party member

Hope Ntanzi|Published

Parliament has voiced growing concern over increasing threats and intimidation directed at MPs, particularly those involved in oversight activities, urging urgent ...

Watch VideoWATCH | NDPP Batohi testifies at inquiry into Gauteng DPP Chauke’s fitness

Hope Ntanzi|Published

The Nkabinde inquiry continues on Tuesday with NDPP Shamila Batohi set to give evidence against Gauteng DPP Andrew Chauke.