Vryheid man sentenced to 30 years for murdering teenage girlfriend
A 19-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years' imprisonment for the murder of his 17-year-old girlfriend after she declined to meet him on Valentine's Day.
Pepkor to merge Flash and Shop2Shop in R21.3 billion fintech deal
Retail giant Pepkor has announced plans to merge its Flash business with merchant-focused fintech platform Shop2Shop, creating one of South Africa's largest fintech companies with an estimated equity value of R21.3 billion.
Suspended organised crime officer returns to court on corruption-related charges
Suspended organised crime unit officer Fannie Nkosi is expected to appear in the Pretoria North Magistrate's Court as his criminal case continues.
Labour shortages hit KZN north coast farms after migrant workers leave
Farmers on KwaZulu-Natal's north coast say they are grappling with labour shortages after many migrant workers left the country following recent anti-illegal immigration demonstrations.
Two teenagers killed, one injured in suspected gang-related shooting in Kleinvlei
Western Cape police are investigating a shooting in Kleinvlei near Eerste River that claimed the lives of two teenagers and left another wounded.
KZN Education Department assesses impact of anti-illegal immigration marches on schools
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education is assessing the impact of the anti-illegal immigration marches held on 30 June on learner attendance and the overall wellbeing of pupils across the province.
Suspended EMPD deputy chief and co-accused granted R5,000 bail
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi and his co-accused, known as Witness K at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, have each been granted bail of R5,000 by the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court.
Firefighter's rescue of smoke-inhaling pigeon captures hearts online
A touching act of compassion by firefighters in the United States has won praise around the world after a video showing a firefighter giving oxygen to a pigeon rescued from a fire went viral on social media.
Gauteng taxi industry raises concerns over operating licence delays
The Gauteng taxi industry is embroiled in a growing dispute with the provincial government over delays in the issuing of operating licences, with operators warning that the backlog is placing their livelihoods and public transport services at risk.
Government reviews more than 6,000 state-owned homes occupied by officials
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has launched a review of more than 6,000 government-owned residential properties occupied by public officials to determine whether they continue to serve the public interest.
RAF urges claimants to plan finances carefully after receiving payouts
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) has urged claimants to manage their settlement payouts responsibly, warning that without proper financial planning, compensation payments can be depleted far sooner than expected.
Crime Intelligence colonel hands himself over ahead of court appearance
Senior Crime Intelligence officer Colonel Ismail Dawood has handed himself over to police at the Hillbrow Police Station ahead of his expected court appearance on Tuesday.
Gauteng surpasses 600 procedures in Mandela Month Surgical Marathon
The Gauteng Department of Health says it has passed the halfway mark of its 2026 Mandela Month Surgical Marathon, completing more than 600 surgeries and clinical procedures in just over a week as part of efforts to reduce patient waiting lists.
March and March Movement demands justice after Durban woman allegedly stabbed
Members of the March and March Movement have called for justice for a Durban woman who was allegedly stabbed by her partner, as the accused is expected to make his first court appearance on Tuesday.
Middle East conflict pushes diesel prices into under-recovery as fuel hikes loom
South African motorists could face higher diesel prices next month as recoveries have swung into negative territory amid rising global oil prices driven by the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.
IDAC head Andrea Johnson expected to testify before Madlanga Commission
The head of the Investigative Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), Advocate Andrea Johnson, is expected to testify before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Tuesday morning after her appearance was postponed last week due to a medical emergency.
Court orders forfeiture of over R300 million in assets linked to Tembisa Hospital corruption
The High Court in Johannesburg has granted a final forfeiture order allowing the State to seize assets worth more than R300 million belonging to businessman Hangwani Maumela.
Suspended EMPD deputy chief to challenge allegations in R15 million gemstone theft case
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi intends to strongly deny all allegations against him in connection with the alleged theft of precious stones worth nearly R15 million, his legal team has told the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court.
Durban High Court postpones July 2021 unrest trial over legal representation issues
The trial of 62 people accused of orchestrating the deadly July 2021 unrest has been postponed after legal representation issues delayed the start of proceedings in the Durban High Court.
Senior Crime Intelligence colonel expected to hand himself over in extortion case
A senior Crime Intelligence colonel wanted in connection with an alleged extortion case is expected to hand himself over to police on Monday morning.
Reservoir Hills residents protest over informal structures, briefly block M19
Traffic along the M19 in Reservoir Hills was temporarily disrupted on Sunday after residents staged a protest demanding an investigation into newly erected informal structures near the uMgudulu informal settlement.
Junior Springboks return home as back-to-back U20 world champions
The Junior Springboks are expected to return to South Africa before midday on Monday following their successful title defence at the World Rugby Under-20 Championship in Georgia.
Chidimma Adetshina expected in court as she challenges deportation proceedings
Former Miss South Africa contestant and Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina, is expected to appear in the Cape Town Regional Court on Monday as she challenges deportation proceedings following her arrest last month.
KZN Health urges patients to follow referral system as Ngwelezana Hospital faces bed shortages
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health has urged patients to use the province's healthcare referral system correctly, saying it will help ease pressure on Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital and ensure specialist services remain available for those who need them most.