Decomposed human remains discovered near M4 Leo Boyd Highway in uMhlanga
Decomposed human remains have been discovered in dense vegetation near the M4 Leo Boyd Highway in uMhlanga on Monday.
Accused in Sindiso Magaqa murder trial plead not guilty
Three men accused of murdering ANC councillor Sindiso Magaqa have pleaded not guilty to all charges as their trial continues in the Pietermaritzburg High Court.
Nine foreign nationals arrested over alleged attempt to join Russia-Ukraine war
Nine foreign nationals have been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport and a hotel in Bruma, Johannesburg, in connection with an alleged attempt to travel from South Africa to participate in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Five suspected cash-in-transit robbers killed in shootout with police in Gqeberha
Five suspected cash-in-transit robbers have been shot and killed during a shootout with police in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape.
Leaders call for collective action against GBV at fifth annual DSK KZN Gala
The fifth annual Daniella Simone Keisha (DSK) Group GBV Gala 2026 was held at the Imbizo Conference Centre at Sibaya Casino in KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday night.
Three men killed in Grassy Park shooting
The Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit is investigating a shooting in Grassy Park that claimed the lives of three men aged between 22 and 39.
China extends suspension of additional tariffs on US imports
China has extended the suspension of an additional 24% tariff on imports from the United States (US) for a further two months, in a move aimed at maintaining trade relations between the two economic powers.
Coalition negotiations begin as ANC leads 2026 local government election results
Political parties across South Africa have begun efforts to negotiate coalition agreements following the announcement of the 2026 Local Government Election results, with 136 municipalities failing to secure an outright majority.
Julius Mkhwanazi and Former Ekurhuleni Officials' Cases Postponed
The corruption and fraud cases involving former Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and several former municipal officials have been postponed in the Germiston Magistrate's Court.
NICD Warns KZN Residents of Ongoing Malaria Risk
The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) is urging residents, particularly those in northern KwaZulu-Natal, to remain vigilant for malaria symptoms and seek medical attention after travelling to high-risk areas.
Durban High Court Dismisses Zuma-Sambudla's Application to Withdraw July Unrest Case
The Durban High Court has dismissed Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla's application to have the case against her, linked to the July 2021 unrest, withdrawn.
MK Party Celebrates Election Gains in Jozini
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) in Jozini, northern KwaZulu-Natal, says it is pleased with its performance in the Local Government Elections after securing more than 10 wards in the municipality.
Limpopo Police Arrest 20 Suspects for Election-Related Offences
Limpopo police have arrested 20 people in connection with various election-related offences since the start of special voting on Monday.
DA Could Play Key Role in KZN Coalition Talks, Says Macpherson
Democratic Alliance (DA) KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Dean Macpherson says the party could emerge as a decisive player in coalition negotiations across several municipalities in the province following the Local Government Elections.
Body of Unidentified Woman Recovered from Free State River
Police have recovered the body of an unidentified woman from the Liebenbergsvlei River outside Bohlokong in the Free State.
MK Party Leads KwaZulu-Natal Vote as Counting Continues
The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party is maintaining its lead in KwaZulu-Natal as the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) continues counting votes following this week's local government elections.
Elderly Voter Dies After Collapsing in Queue at Shallcross Voting Station
An elderly voter has died after reportedly collapsing while waiting in a voting queue in Shallcross, Ward 72, on Wednesday.
Limpopo Police Hunt 19-Year-Old Suspect in Alleged Rape of 12-Year-Old Girl
Limpopo police have launched a manhunt for a 19-year-old man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in Finale village, outside Hoedspruit.
IEC Gives Political Parties Until Friday to Lodge Election Objections
Political parties and independent candidates have until 5pm on Friday to submit objections to the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) before the final results of the 2026 Local Government Elections can be announced.
EFF Member Fatally Stabbed Outside Polokwane Voting Station
An Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) member has been fatally stabbed outside a voting station in Polokwane, Limpopo, on Thursday morning.
DA Leads in Gauteng Metros as ActionSA Takes Early Lead in Tshwane
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is leading in most of Gauteng's metros and municipalities, according to early results from the 2026 Local Government Elections.
Airliner Diverted to France Following Suspected Bomb Threat
An airliner travelling from Dublin to Rome was diverted to France on Thursday following a suspected bomb threat, prompting French authorities to deploy military aircraft to escort it.
eThekwini Residents Face R2 500 Fine for Fireworks By-law Violations During Diwali
eThekwini Municipality has warned residents that anyone found contravening municipal by-laws governing the use of fireworks during Diwali could face a fine of R2 500.
IEC Hopes to Announce Final Local Government Election Results by Weekend
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is aiming to announce the final results of the 2026 Local Government Elections by the weekend.