1. Water Disruptions Due to Rand Water Maintenance
LATEST NEWS – Water supply across Johannesburg faces disruption from 15–18 July 2025, as Rand Water performs critical pipeline repairs. Residents in areas including Sandton, Midrand, and Linksfield should expect reduced pressure or outages. Tankers will be deployed, and authorities urge residents to store water ahead of the maintenance period. This planned outage forms part of seasonal preparations by Rand Water to ensure infrastructure integrity. Read More.
2. Firoz Cachalia Appointed Acting Police Minister
LATEST NEWS – President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on leave and appointed Professor Firoz Cachalia as acting minister following allegations of corruption and interference by Mchunu. Cachalia, a Wits law professor and former Gauteng MEC, expressed his commitment to anti-corruption and police reforms. He brings decades of experience in governance and constitutional law to the role. Read More.
3. Petition Gathers Over 53,000 Signatures to Remove Minnie Ntuli
LATEST NEWS – More than 53,000 South Africans have signed a petition demanding the removal of media personality Minnie Ntuli from radio and TV, citing alleged bullying behaviour toward Londie London. The petition, launched on Change.org, has reignited public debate about professional conduct in the entertainment sector. The petitioners are urging broadcasters and regulators to investigate and potentially act against Ntuli. Read More.
4. City Power to Begin Electricity Meter Audits in July
LATEST NEWS – City Power in Johannesburg will launch electricity meter audits from 14 July, focusing on areas with high rates of illegal connections and tampered meters. The audits aim to identify faulty or tampered meters, enhance billing accuracy, and reduce revenue loss. Read More.
5. Acting Gauteng Police Commissioner Escapes Hijacking Attempt
LATEST NEWS – Major General Fred Kekana, acting Gauteng Provincial Police Commissioner, survived an attempted hijacking at his Westonaria home on 14 July 2025. The suspect fled after his driver, a constable, opened fire; a firearm was recovered at the scene. Forensic teams are currently processing evidence, and police investigations are underway. This incident underscores growing safety concerns even for senior officials in Gauteng. Read More.
