El Niño Could Bring Hot and Dry Summer to South Africa
South Africa could face a hotter and drier-than-normal summer as a potentially strong El Niño event develops over the Pacific Ocean.
Dirco Clears SA High Commissioner to India Over Zuma and Gupta Visit
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) has cleared South African High Commissioner to India Anil Sooklal of any wrongdoing linked to former president Jacob Zuma’s recent visit to the country.
Iran Launches Missile and Drone Attacks at US Targets Across Middle East
Iran has launched missile and drone attacks against targets linked to the United States across parts of the Middle East, following the resumption of American strikes against Iran.
Child’s Emotional Reaction After Parents’ Killers Get Life Sentences
The youngest child of murder victims Lucky and Sabeliwe Mogashoa has expressed relief after the two men responsible for her parents’ deaths were sentenced to life imprisonment.
Former Hawks Boss Lebeya Questioned Over Alleged Informant Malcolm X
Former Hawks national head Dr Godfrey Lebeya has faced questions about his relationship with alleged police informant Malcolm X during his appearance before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria.
Dozens of Undocumented Foreign Nationals Arrested During Pietermaritzburg Business Raid
Dozens of undocumented foreign nationals have been arrested during a joint law-enforcement operation targeting businesses in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
Lionel Richie Hospitalised After St Louis Concert as Doctors Investigate Possible Heart Issues
Music legend Lionel Richie has been hospitalised in St Louis, Missouri, following a concert over the weekend, with reports indicating that doctors are conducting tests for possible cardiac-related issues.
Africa Bitcoin Corporation Places Three Executives on Leave After FSCA Debarment
Three senior executives at Africa Bitcoin Corporation have been placed on immediate precautionary leave after being debarred by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).
Cut-Off Low to Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds and Sharp Temperature Drop
South Africa is set for a major change in weather conditions from Thursday as a cut-off low moves across parts of the country.
Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala Court Challenge to Be Heard in Western Cape High Court
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s legal challenge against the Section 89 independent panel report into the Phala Phala farm scandal will be heard in the Western Cape High Court on Wednesday.
M4 Closure Near Umdloti Scheduled for Wednesday Construction
Motorists travelling towards Umdloti on KwaZulu-Natal’s north coast are being urged to plan ahead as a section of the M4 will be temporarily closed on Wednesday.
Ferrel Govender Denied Bail for Fifth Time in Durban Murder Case
Murder accused Ferrel Govender has been denied bail for the fifth time after the Durban High Court dismissed his latest application for release.
Shoprite Scales Back African Operations as It Refocuses on South Africa
Shoprite, South Africa’s largest retailer, is reducing its presence in several African markets as it shifts its focus towards South Africa and neighbouring countries.
GTA 6 Marketing Campaign Gains Momentum as Rockstar Unveils New Screenshots
Rockstar Games appears to be ramping up its marketing campaign for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, following the release of an extended gameplay presentation last week.
More Than 20,000 KZN SASSA Beneficiaries Yet to Switch to Postbank Black Cards
More than 20,000 social grant beneficiaries in KwaZulu-Natal have yet to migrate from their old SASSA Gold Cards to Postbank’s new Black Cards.
Parliament Legal Department Finds No Grounds for Ramaphosa’s Objection to Evidence Leader
Parliament’s Legal Department says it has found no sufficient grounds to uphold President Cyril Ramaphosa’s objection to Advocate Thandazani Madonsela being recommended as the evidence leader for the Impeachment Committee.
Baptism Turns Into Dramatic Rescue at Umgeni River Mouth
What began as a baptism ceremony at the Umgeni River mouth in Durban North ended in a dramatic rescue on Monday afternoon after a man was swept hundreds of metres upstream by a strong incoming spring tide.
Aviation Expert Defends Airlink Pilots’ Low-Level Formation Flyover
Aviation expert Phutego Mojapele has defended the low-level formation flyover performed by two Airlink passenger aircraft over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium, describing it as an impressive demonstration of the specialised skills of South African pilots.
Cape Town Woman Calls for Action After Alleged Assault by Soldier
A Cape Town woman is calling for action against a soldier who allegedly assaulted her during an Operation Prosper deployment in Mitchells Plain on Friday.
Pakistan Make Sweeping Changes After England Test Series Defeat
Pakistan have made dramatic changes to their Test squad and coaching staff following their series defeat to England, dropping seven players and releasing head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed ahead of the third and final Test.
Brown Mogotsi Expected to Testify in Fourth Bail Bid
Alleged political fixer Brown Mogotsi is expected to take the stand as he makes his fourth attempt to secure bail at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court.
eThekwini Water Supply Disruptions Continue as Southern Aqueduct Repairs Underway
eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba has urged residents to remain patient as repair teams work to restore normal water supply following a leak on the Southern Aqueduct.
Waterkloof Air Force Base faces high-risk operational readiness concerns
Serious concerns have been raised over the operational readiness of Waterkloof Air Force Base, with more than 150 vehicles reportedly out of service and questions surrounding the security of some weapon storage facilities.
eThekwini intensifies law enforcement operations across Durban
The eThekwini Municipality says it is stepping up law enforcement operations across the city, with eight unlawful structures demolished and four foreign nationals arrested during recent interventions.