SABC Dismisses Fake Car Radio Licence Fee Rumours
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has strongly denied a false media statement circulating online, claiming the broadcaster is set to implement a car radio licence fee.
Vatican Cardinals Enter Second Day of Voting to Elect New Pope
Excitement and solemn anticipation gripped the Catholic world on Thursday as 133 cardinals returned to the Sistine Chapel for a second day of deliberations to elect a new pope, following the death of Pope Francis.
Toyota Warns of 35% Profit Dip Amid US Tariff Pressures
Japanese automotive giant Toyota has forecast a sharp 35% decline in net profit for the 2025–26 financial year, citing U.S. tariffs imposed under former President Donald Trump as a key factor behind the projected drop.
Tensions Soar as India and Pakistan Exchange Fire Following Missile Strikes in Kashmir
The conflict between nuclear-armed neighbours India and Pakistan has dramatically escalated, with both sides reporting deadly exchanges of gunfire and missile strikes across the disputed Kashmir region.
Eastern Cape Woman Appears in Court for Alleged Role in Qonce Kidnapping
A 23-year-old woman has appeared in the Qonce Magistrate’s Court in the Eastern Cape, facing charges of kidnapping in connection with a violent abduction that took place in April.
KFC Outlet Robbed at Gunpoint in Newlands West
A business robbery took place early this morning (Thursday) at a KFC outlet in Newlands West, KwaZulu-Natal. According to KZN VIP Security, four armed male suspects entered the premises and held staff members at gunpoint.
N3 Highway Closure for Bridge Demolition to Cause Major Traffic Disruption Near Ashburton
The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has announced a full closure of the N3 highway near Ashburton from the evening of Friday, 9 May, to the early hours of Sunday, 11 May. The shutdown is necessary for the demolition of the Ashburton (Pope Ellis Drive) bridge, part of ongoing upgrades to the strategic N3 transport corridor.
Ramaphosa Hints at Bold, Infrastructure-Driven Budget Ahead of May 21 Tabling
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africans can expect a markedly different national budget when Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana presents his revised fiscal framework to Parliament on 21 May.
Man Killed After Truck Overturns and Looting Erupts Near Richmond
A 39-year-old man has died after reportedly being crushed by goods that fell from an overturned truck on the R56 near Richmond, KwaZulu-Natal.
AKA and Tibz Murder Case Reaches High Court Two Years After Durban Assassinations
Over two years since the high-profile killings of rapper Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and celebrity chef Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane, the murder case has finally reached the High Court.
UAE Rejects Sudan’s Move to Sever Diplomatic Ties Amid Accusations of Arming Paramilitaries
The United Arab Emirates has dismissed a decision by Sudan’s army-backed defence council to sever diplomatic ties, following accusations that the Gulf nation supplied weapons to a rival militia in Sudan's ongoing civil war.
Court Ruling a Major Victory for South Africans Living Abroad
A recent Constitutional Court ruling has been hailed as a significant victory for South Africans living overseas, allowing them to retain their citizenship even after acquiring a second nationality.
South Africa Faces Looming Natural Gas Shortages Despite Offshore Discoveries
South Africa is likely to experience natural gas shortages from 2026, despite promising offshore discoveries made in recent years. This warning comes from the Petroleum Agency of South Africa (PASA), which provided a sector update during the WITS Gas Symposium this week.
KZN School Nutrition Suppliers Demand Outstanding Payments Amid System Glitches
The Service Providers Association in KwaZulu-Natal says some suppliers involved in the National School Nutrition Programme are still awaiting payment for services rendered in the previous financial year, despite promises from the provincial Department of Education.
Truck Overturns on M4 Near Merebank, Driver Trapped and Hospitalised
A serious crash involving a heavy-duty truck caused chaos on the M4 Southern Freeway near Merebank on Wednesday morning, resulting in the closure of the southbound carriageway.
Cybersecurity Experts Warn SA Universities of Growing Threat Amid Surge in Attacks
Cybersecurity experts are urging universities across South Africa to tighten their digital defences as cyber-attacks targeting educational institutions continue to rise.
Three Minors Confess to Blaze That Gutted Riverlea High School
Police have confirmed that three minors have come forward, admitting to involvement in the fire that devastated Riverlea High School, destroying 11 classrooms in the process.
Conclave Begins in Vatican to Elect New Pope Following Pope Francis' Death
The eyes of the Catholic world are on Rome today as the papal conclave officially begins, with over 100 cardinals gathering in the Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis.
Accused in Walter Sisulu University Student Killing Appears in Court for Bail Hearing
The man accused of fatally shooting Walter Sisulu University student Sisonke Mbolekwa has returned to the Mthatha Magistrate’s Court for a formal bail application.
KZN Transport Dept Loses R4.6 Billion to Non-Performing Contractors
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport has revealed it has lost R4.6 billion due to contractors failing to deliver on infrastructure projects across the province.
Government to End Contracts of Over-60s in Community Work Programme Amid Budget Overrun
The Department of Cooperative Governance has announced that it will proceed with terminating the contracts of individuals aged 60 and older who are enrolled in the Community Work Programme (CWP), following a significant budget overrun in the 2024/25 financial year.
New Regulations Set to Open Up SA’s Electricity Grid to Private Players
Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has unveiled new regulatory rules that will govern network charges for third-party energy transportation marking a significant step toward reforming South Africa’s energy market.
Verulam Customers Scammed by Impostors Posing as Autoglass Staff
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) has issued a warning to the public following reports of a scam targeting customers outside a business in the Verulam CBD, KwaZulu-Natal.
Pretoria High Court Orders Ramaphosa to Justify Signing of NHI Bill
The High Court in Pretoria has directed President Cyril Ramaphosa to provide a written explanation for his decision to sign the controversial National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law.