Rescue operation underway after church building collapses in Inanda
A major search and rescue operation is underway after a building believed to be a church collapsed in Inanda, north of Durban, on Monday.
Musina Repatriation Centre processes thousands of undocumented migrants as arrivals continue
The Musina Repatriation Centre in Limpopo is continuing to receive a steady stream of undocumented migrants, with long queues forming daily as officials verify identities and process new arrivals.
Retired SAPS search dog Ghost remembered as the loyal hero who helped families find peace
For years, retired South African Police Service (SAPS) Search and Rescue dog Ghost quietly carried out a job that would change countless lives.
Fraudsters increasingly trick South Africans into sending money as banking scams evolve
South African bank customers are increasingly being targeted by fraudsters who are abandoning traditional hacking methods in favour of scams that manipulate victims into willingly transferring money.
Oil prices jump more than 4% as renewed US-Iran strikes raise concerns over Strait of Hormuz
Global oil prices surged by more than 4% on Monday as renewed military action between the United States and Iran intensified concerns over the security of energy shipments through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Anele Tembe inquest postponed to September as family seeks answers
The formal inquest into the death of Anele Tembe has been postponed until September after proceedings scheduled to begin this week were delayed due to an "unavoidable medical emergency."
Congo rebels use Ebola response to showcase governance as outbreak remains under scrutiny
The AFC/M23 rebel group has used a small Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to demonstrate its governing capabilities, mounting a response largely independent of the central government in Kinshasa and supported in part by neighbouring Rwanda.
Woolworths launches MyDifference Plus rewards programme focused on financial wellbeing
Woolworths has introduced MyDifference Plus, a new rewards programme aimed at encouraging customers to build better financial habits while earning cashback and personalised rewards.
British murder suspect to appear in Johannesburg court as extradition process begins
British national Ndodana Tshuma is expected to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court following his arrest in connection with the alleged murders of his wife and two daughters in the United Kingdom.
Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala withdraws plea deal in commercial crimes case
Alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala has withdrawn the plea and sentence agreement he recently reached with the State.
Tributes pour in following the death of Bafana Bafana midfielder Jayden Adams
South Africa is mourning the death of Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams, with tributes pouring in from President Cyril Ramaphosa, Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie and the country's football fraternity.
Police investigate deaths of five family members found with gunshot wounds in Eastern Cape
Police in the Eastern Cape have launched an investigation after five members of the same family were found dead at their home in the Mfundisweni Administrative Area near Flagstaff in the OR Tambo District.
Police arrest more than 70 in Gauteng illegal mining raid
More than 70 suspects have been arrested during the latest operation targeting illegal mining activities in Gauteng, as law enforcement agencies continue to intensify efforts to combat illicit mining across the province.
Video of seal cuddling rubber duck delights millions online
A playful Atlantic harbour seal has become an unlikely social media sensation after a video of him hugging, kissing and playing with a yellow rubber duck captured the hearts of animal lovers around the world.
Hugo Broos confirms departure as Bafana Bafana head coach
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has confirmed that he will step down from his role, bringing an end to his tenure in charge of the South African men's national football team.
Gauteng Traffic Police arrest 107 suspects, recover 57 hijacked vehicles in province-wide crackdown
The Gauteng Traffic Police (GTP) have arrested 107 suspects and recovered 57 hijacked vehicles during a series of crime-fighting operations conducted across the province over the past two months.
City of Johannesburg considers closing Marble Towers over alleged by-law violations
The City of Johannesburg is considering shutting down the Marble Towers building in the Johannesburg CBD, alleging that the property has failed to comply with municipal regulations despite repeated warnings.
Three killed, three seriously injured in crash on R60 between Ashton and Robertson
Three people have died and three others were seriously injured in a crash on the R60 between Ashton and Robertson in the Boland on Friday morning.
Home Affairs to expand services to 750 bank branches as digital transformation accelerates
The Department of Home Affairs is set to significantly expand access to its services through its partnership with South Africa's banking sector, with plans to increase the number of participating bank branches from 252 to 750 by the end of the year.
Judgment expected in Enyobeni Tavern inquest into deaths of 21 young people
Judgment is expected to be delivered at the East London Regional Court in Mdantsane in the long-running inquest into the deaths of 21 young people at the Enyobeni Tavern in June 2022.
Suspended Ekurhuleni officials to seek bail in fraud and corruption case
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Human Resources Head Linda Gxasheka and former City Manager Imogen Mashazi are expected to apply for bail in the Germiston Magistrate's Court on Friday after appearing on fraud and corruption charges.
SPAR recalls selected yoghurt products over production fault, consumers urged not to eat them
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced the recall of selected SPAR yoghurt products after a production fault was found during the manufacturing process, warning consumers not to consume the affected items.
Study finds foreign nationals hold fewer than 4% of South Africa's formal jobs
A new study has found that foreign nationals occupy fewer than four percent of South Africa's formal jobs, challenging the widely held perception that migrants are taking employment opportunities away from South Africans.
Family member traced after fatal Redhill shack fire as support continues for displaced residents
Authorities have traced a relative of the man who died in last week's devastating shack fire in Redhill, north of Durban, as efforts continue to assist dozens of residents displaced by the blaze.