Suspended Ekurhuleni metro police deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi fired
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi has been dismissed from his position.
Zolani Tete’s father forgives accused after court denies bail
The father of former boxing world champion Zolani Tete says he is relieved that the men accused of killing his son have been denied bail, but says he has chosen to forgive them.
Two police officers shot dead while responding to spaza shop attack in Eastern Cape
Two police officers have been shot and killed at Ziphunzana location in Libode, near Mthatha in the Eastern Cape.
NSFAS 2027 applications open as minister urges students to apply early
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has urged prospective students to apply for financial aid as early as possible and avoid waiting until the deadline.
Gauteng turns to technology and CCTV in investigation into East Rand women's deaths
The Gauteng government says its investment in technology and surveillance cameras could play an important role in efforts to identify those responsible for the deaths of nine women found in the East Rand over the past two months.
KZN lawmakers call for stronger action against gender-based violence
Members of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature have condemned the ongoing killing of women in South Africa and called for stronger action to address gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).
Heavy rain causes flooding and power outages in parts of Durban
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding and power outages in several parts of Durban, disrupting travel and affecting residents.
16-year-old pupil stabbed to death at Eastern Cape school
A 16-year-old pupil has been stabbed to death inside a classroom at Kuyasa Senior Secondary School in Dimbaza in the Eastern Cape.
Health Department warns of rise in Mpox cases across South Africa
The National Health Department has raised concerns over a rapid increase in Mpox cases in South Africa, with 18 confirmed cases and one probable case reported across the country.
NCC plans registry to help South Africans block unwanted direct marketing
South Africans could soon have greater control over unwanted marketing calls, SMSes and emails through a planned National Consumer Commission (NCC) direct marketing opt-out registry.
Mosimane names final Bafana Bafana squad ahead of AFCON qualifiers
The new era of Bafana Bafana under coach Pitso Mosimane is taking shape, with the experienced coach naming his final squad and strengthening his technical team ahead of South Africa’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Ethiopian Airlines to launch direct Durban-Addis Ababa route
The eThekwini Municipality has welcomed Ethiopian Airlines’ decision to introduce a daily direct flight between Durban and Addis Ababa from December.
Police probe possible links between Ekurhuleni women's deaths and arrested suspect
Police are investigating whether a man arrested in connection with the murder of a woman in Ekurhuleni could be linked to the deaths of other women whose bodies were discovered in the area.
Microsoft AI chief warns uncontrolled AI could create a new “silicon species”
Microsoft AI chief executive Mustafa Suleyman has warned that the development of increasingly autonomous artificial intelligence could eventually result in a new “silicon species” capable of competing with humans for resources.
Robert Kraft says Ed Sheeran asked him to match $2 million humanitarian donation
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft says singer Ed Sheeran asked him to commit $2 million towards humanitarian aid in the region, amid the ongoing controversy over rapper Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s US tour.
Lesufi vows authorities will “push back” after ninth woman’s body found in Ekurhuleni
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi says authorities will intensify efforts to bring those responsible to justice following the discovery of the ninth woman’s body in Ekurhuleni.
Shingange reaffirms NEHAWU commitment despite suspension
Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) First Deputy President Mike Shingange says he remains committed to the National Education, Health and Allied Workers Union (NEHAWU) despite his suspension from the union.
Three men killed in Khayelitsha shooting
Police in the Western Cape are searching for a suspect after three men were shot and killed in Khayelitsha on the Cape Flats.
Ninth woman's body found in Ekurhuleni as police investigate string of deaths
Police have discovered the body of another woman in Dawn Park, Ekurhuleni, bringing the number of women found dead across the metro over the past two months to nine.
KZN municipalities warned of heavy rain and flooding
Communities across KwaZulu-Natal are being urged to take precautions as the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued multiple weather warnings for the province.
KZN activates disaster operations centre as heavy rains threaten southern areas
KwaZulu-Natal authorities have activated the province’s Disaster Joint Operations Centre (JOC) as disruptive rainfall is expected across parts of the province from Thursday to Friday.
Madlanga Commission hears only 38% of Moldova candidates passed judicial vetting
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has heard that only 38% of candidates passed Moldova’s pre-vetting process for judicial self-governance bodies.
Former SABC sports presenter Owen Ndlovu found dead after hijacking and kidnapping
Former SABC sports presenter and music rights activist Owen Ndlovu has been found dead following a hijacking and kidnapping in Katlehong on Gauteng’s East Rand.
Second victim identified in Ekurhuleni women’s deaths investigation
Another victim in the Ekurhuleni killings has been formally identified, bringing some relief to a family that has been searching for answers.