The South African Weather Service has confirmed that the Level 2 Yellow Warning for heavy downpours in parts of KwaZulu-Natal will be lifted this evening. The warning was issued due to expected disruptive rain, which could cause flooding in roads, low-lying bridges, and settlements in the northeastern areas.
A high-stakes shootout between police and suspected criminals in Reservoir Hills on Friday, March 28, 2025, resulted in the deaths of three suspects and the recovery of two firearms and a grenade.
KwaZulu-Natal violence monitor Mary de Haas has blamed poor police management for the rising cases of criminals impersonating officers in the province.
Motorists are advised to expect significant traffic disruptions around the Moses Mabhida Precinct on Saturday, March 29, 2025, due to major events taking place throughout the day. Authorities warn of heavy congestion, possible road closures, and delays on public transport.
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, triggering widespread devastation and panic across the region. The tremor, recorded at around noon local time (06:00 GMT), has been followed by at least four significant aftershocks, ranging between 4.5 and 6.6 in magnitude.
A pastor with a prior conviction for child sexual offenses has returned to court, this time facing allegations of raping a 12-year-old boy.
Traffic on the N3 was brought to a standstill on Friday morning after two separate crashes involving trucks near Ashburton. Both sides of the freeway were heavily congested, causing significant delays.
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) has raised concerns over a growing number of respiratory diphtheria cases in South Africa, with 40 confirmed cases, including nine fatalities.
KwaZulu-Natal Public Works MEC Martin Meyer has expressed concern over the department's insufficient budget allocation, following the tabling of the provincial budget this week. Meyer pointed out a significant disconnect between the rates the department must pay and the budget it receives, which he believes is hindering the ability of his department to fulfill its responsibilities effectively.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) has launched an investigation into a senior officer in the KwaMashu area, following claims of his alleged connections to the criminal underworld.
South African motorists can expect a substantial drop in petrol and diesel prices next week, with data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicating significant over-recoveries in fuel prices.
As schools close for the first term on Friday, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is urging holidaymakers to exercise caution along the coast. A new moon spring tide is expected to peak on Saturday, bringing stronger tidal flows that could heighten the risk of rip currents.
Former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is set to appear in the High Court in Pretoria this morning as her corruption case resumes.
Twenty-three South Africans have safely returned to the country after being rescued from Myanmar, where they were allegedly trafficked and forced to work in a scam operation.
The Congolese national accused of assault and torture at the Zanzou nightclub in Pretoria is set to appear in court today for his bail application.
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) have welcomed the Constitutional Court's decision to dismiss AfriForum’s application for leave to appeal a ruling that found the "Kill the Boer" chant does not constitute hate speech.
A murder suspect has been fatally shot after allegedly ambushing police officers in Pinetown.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday aimed at removing what he calls "improper ideology" from the Smithsonian Museums and the National Zoo, further expanding his conservative efforts to influence cultural institutions.
The Mitchell Park Zoo in Durban Central has been temporarily closed for repairs following concerns over deteriorating conditions.
The investigating officer in the Joshlin Smith kidnapping and human trafficking case is set to continue testifying today in the Western Cape High Court, which is currently sitting in Saldanha Bay.
A Phoenix, KZN man was found in a bush six days after being kidnapped and severely beaten by several men. The discovery was made at approximately 2:20 PM on Wednesday, when a female caller reported that a man was lying badly injured in a bush in Royal Manor, Palmview. Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) responded to the scene and interviewed the man, who explained the ordeal while awaiting paramedics.
The South African Cabinet is investigating potential legal violations linked to misinformation campaigns conducted by labour union Solidarity, Afrikaner advocacy group AfriForum, and their allies.
eThekwini Municipality is working to resolve ongoing water supply issues affecting areas southwest of Durban, including Moseley, parts of Northdene, parts of Malvern, and Queensburgh. The disruptions are primarily due to insufficient pressure in the Southern Aqueduct, which is unable to adequately supply the Northdene 3 Reservoir, which in turn feeds the Firwood Reservoir.
Social grant beneficiaries now have until April 30, 2025, to replace their South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) gold cards with the new Postbank black cards, following an announcement by Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, on Thursday.
