Local news
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Alexandra caregiving initiative shows early impact in preventing home-based health crises
Local newsFrom monitoring vital signs to offering hands on support in care centres, Alexandra’s new training programme is turning local youth…
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Police rescue man from violent confrontation during anti-illegal immigration protests in Marlboro
Local newsPolice had to step in to rescue Tebogo Muhammad after he was assaulted and manhandled by anti-illegal immigration protesters in…
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Infant, child and pregnant woman among those involved in an Alfred Nzo Road crash
Local newsA minibus taxi allegedly collided with multiple vehicles before coming to a halt on 13th Avenue.
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Mahauzana residents march over delayed electricity connections
Local newsCity Power says unlawful occupation blocks full electrification, but residents demand meters to buy electricity legally.
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Government urges parents to avoid illegal initiation schools
Local newsThe authorities have cautioned parents to inspect initiation schools well in advance and reject any that lack official registration to…
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Government warns public against illegal searches for undocumented immigrants
Local newsThe authorities have warned the public nationwide against illegal searches targeting undocumented immigrants and provided an update on progress with…
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GRAPHIC CONTENT: Man discovered dead with gunshot wounds near Madala Hostel
CrimeSensitive ContentA 38‑year‑old man was discovered on 4th Avenue with fatal gunshot wounds to his upper body.
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Dignity in every home campaign informs home staff of their basic rights
Local newsDomestic workers struggle to support their families on minimum wage, unaware of rights to fair pay leave and respect. The…
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Residents fight back as the sight of litter on 17th Avenue becomes unbearable
Local newsResidents and JCI Sandton came with gloves, posters, and resolve, determined to show that a clean Alexandra is possible.
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VIB Foundation launches creative hub support programme to bridge talent and opportunity gap
Local newsSiphesihle Vazi, founder of the VIB Foundation, launches a powerful 12-month creative hub support programme in Alexandra to equip local…
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Operation Shanela II results in over 50 arrests and four shut-down shebeens in Alexandra
Local newsA multidisciplinary operation in Alexandra sees over 50 suspects spend the weekend behind bars, and four liquor outlets closed.
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SASSA introduces fourth payment day to flag grant reviews
Local newsBeneficiaries paid on the extra day in July are urged to complete reviews urgently at their nearest local office to…
