Consumers Urged to Seek Help Before Repossession or Foreclosure
The National Financial Ombud Scheme South Africa has warned consumers not to wait until their vehicles or homes face repossession before seeking assistance with debt.
Internet Outage Forces Manual Operations at King Shaka International Airport
An internet outage has disrupted operations at King Shaka International Airport, forcing airport authorities to switch to manual systems.
KZN Public Works Faces R1.7 Billion Rates Debt Amid Funding Challenges
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Development is facing mounting financial pressure as it grapples with a municipal rates debt of R1.7 billion.
Ramaphosa: SANDF Deployment to Support Police in Fight Against Crime and Illegal Mining
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is intended to strengthen efforts by the South African Police Service (SAPS) to combat crime and illegal mining.
Ramaphosa Updates Parliament on Progress Toward NHI Implementation
President Cyril Ramaphosa has briefed Parliament on progress being made toward implementing the National Health Insurance Act, saying government departments are continuing with preparations for the rollout of the country’s planned universal healthcare system.
Police Reinforce Presence in Bishop Lavis After Deadly Shooting
Police have increased their presence in the Kalksteenfontein area near Bishop Lavis on the Cape Flats following a fatal shooting that left three people dead and four others wounded on Thursday night.
Ramaphosa Says Madlanga Commission Interim Report Kept Confidential to Protect Witnesses
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the interim report of the Madlanga Commission will remain confidential to safeguard witnesses and protect ongoing investigations.
Westbury Families Call for Lasting Military Presence Amid Ongoing Gang Violence
Families who have lost loved ones to gang violence in Westbury say the arrival of soldiers initially brought a sense of relief to the community.
KZN Disaster Management Steps Up Winter Preparedness After 35 Storm-Related Deaths
The KwaZulu-Natal government has intensified disaster preparedness efforts after severe weather claimed 35 lives across the province since December.
Body of Suspect Recovered After Fatal Shootout and Cliff Fall in Westville
Police search and rescue teams have recovered the body of a suspect who fell to his death while attempting to flee following a shootout at a petrol station in Westville, west of Durban.
Large Tortoiseshell Butterfly Makes Celebrated Return to the UK After Decades
Nature enthusiasts in the United Kingdom are celebrating the remarkable return of the striking Large Tortoiseshell Butterfly, a species once thought lost from the country.
Former Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane Named ANC Deputy Chief Whip
Disgraced former Nobuhle Nkabane has been appointed deputy chief whip of the African National Congress (ANC) parliamentary caucus.
Oil Prices Surge Amid Intensifying Middle East Conflict and Strait of Hormuz Risks
Global oil prices jumped sharply on Thursday as Iran intensified attacks on oil and transport infrastructure across the Middle East, raising concerns over prolonged conflict and potential disruptions to supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Officials Identify Source of Foul Odour Affecting Johannesburg
Authorities in Gauteng say they have traced the cause of a persistent “rotten-egg” smell affecting parts of Johannesburg.
School Evacuated After Suspected Gas Leak Leaves Pupils Ill in Wentworth
Authorities are investigating a suspected gas leak at a school in Wentworth, south of Durban, after more than 20 pupils and a teacher experienced breathing difficulties and other medical symptoms.
Five Arrested in Umlazi Spaza Shop Compliance Crackdown
The eThekwini Municipality has arrested five undocumented foreign nationals and issued fines and warnings to several shop owners during a multi-agency crackdown on illegal spaza shops in Umlazi, south of Durban.
Police Hunt Seventh Suspect in Polokwane Insurance Murder Syndicate
Police are continuing the search for a seventh suspect linked to a series of alleged insurance-related murders in Polokwane, as six other suspects remain in custody following a court appearance.
Three Killed in Shooting at Delft Taxi Rank on Cape Flats
Three men have been killed in a shooting at a taxi rank in Delft on the Cape Flats, with police investigating the incident as a suspected case of taxi-related violence.
Three Injured After Truck Overturns on M13 in Durban
Three people were injured after a fully loaded truck overturned on the M13 in Durban, causing major traffic disruptions on Fields Hill.
Two Dead After Shootout and High-Speed Chase in Westville
Two men died following a shooting and police chase in Westville, west of Durban, on Thursday morning, prompting an investigation by the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Damaged Valve Disrupts Raw Water Supply to Durban Heights Treatment Plant
A damaged control valve has disrupted the supply of raw water to the Durban Heights Water Treatment Works, resulting in a significant shortfall in water supply to eThekwini Municipality.
DIRCO Urges South Africans Abroad to Register on Travel Smart App as Gulf Conflict Continues
Residents Welcome SANDF Deployment in Crime-Hit Gauteng Areas Amid Uncertainty Over Operation
Residents in several crime-affected communities in Gauteng have welcomed the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), describing the presence of soldiers as a much-needed intervention to curb escalating crime.
Iran Launches New Attacks on Gulf Energy Targets as Regional Conflict Escalates
Iran launched a new wave of drone and missile attacks on energy infrastructure across the Gulf on Thursday, hours after two oil tankers were struck in separate incidents, sending global oil prices soaring despite a record release of strategic reserves.