Suliman Carrim’s case postponed to next week
The case against North West businessman Suliman Carrim has been postponed to next Thursday at the Musina Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo.
Reservoir Hills community mourns six-year-old boy who died after fall from third-floor window
The Reservoir Hills community in Durban is mourning the death of six-year-old Tyler Kai Mariayia, who died in hospital after falling from a third-storey window at his home on Thursday, 15 October.
Soweto mother says daughter alleges repeated rape by teacher
The mother of a nine-year-old Grade 4 pupil who was allegedly raped by a teacher at a primary school in Soweto says her daughter told her the alleged abuse had happened before.
Gauteng Health warns of dangers of lead exposure in children
The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has warned that exposure to lead can cause long-term damage to children's brain development, learning abilities and growth.
Residents warned of possible water contamination in Bezuidenhout Valley
Johannesburg Water has warned residents in Bezuidenhout Valley, Johannesburg, against using their water supply amid concerns about possible contamination following repairs to a damaged pipeline.
Africa CDC urges countries to strengthen Ebola preparedness
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has urged African countries to strengthen their preparedness for Ebola, warning that geographical distance does not guarantee protection following reports of a case in Nigeria.
Foreign national beaten to death in Durban CBD as police probe CCTV footage
Police are using CCTV footage to help identify suspects following the fatal assault of a foreign national in Durban’s central business district on Thursday morning.
Bikers’ convoy expected to cause traffic disruptions in Durban
A bikers’ convoy reportedly linked to the March and March movement is expected to take place in Durban on Thursday afternoon, with possible traffic disruptions around Moore Road, Berea and the Durban CBD.
Protesters allegedly break into VFS office in Durban
A group of protesters has allegedly broken into the VFS office on Problem Mkhize Road in Essenwood, Durban, as demonstrations continue for a second day.
University of Fort Hare vice-chancellor Sakhela Buhlungu dismissed
The University of Fort Hare’s vice-chancellor, Professor Sakhela Buhlungu, has been dismissed with immediate effect, just two days before he was due to vacate his position following his resignation last month.
Opposition parties criticise MTBPS, call for stronger economic reforms
Opposition parties have criticised Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), with calls for more ambitious economic reforms, while others have raised concerns about the timing of the planned fuel levy reduction.
Swimmer recounts fatal shark attack on Eastern Cape woman
A fellow open-water swimmer has recounted the traumatic moments surrounding the fatal shark attack on 65-year-old Janine Lochrenberg at Orient Beach in KuGompo City, formerly East London, in the Eastern Cape.
Godongwana announces further fuel levy cuts to ease pressure on consumers
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has announced another round of fuel levy reductions aimed at easing the impact of soaring petrol and diesel prices on South African consumers.
Twin brothers and Ekhayeni Lounge Bar owners shot dead in Bloemfontein
Twin brothers Kegomodicoe Lekone and Keabecoe Lekone, both aged 52, have been shot dead inside their Ford Ranger in Bochabela, Bloemfontein.
More than 100 students affected by stomach-related outbreak at Rhodes University
More than 100 students have been affected by a stomach-related illness outbreak at Rhodes University in Makhanda, Eastern Cape.
Durban motorcade planned amid protests against illegal immigration
E-hailing operators and food delivery riders are expected to join a motorcade in Durban on Wednesday afternoon as part of ongoing protests against illegal immigration.
Bomb threat triggers security response at King Phalo International Airport
Police have responded to a bomb threat at King Phalo International Airport in KuGompo City, Eastern Cape.
South Africa’s inflation rises to 4.5% as fuel and transport costs increase
South Africa’s annual consumer price inflation increased to 4.5% in September, up from 4.4% in August, as higher transport and fuel costs continued to put pressure on households.
Churches warn of climate risks ahead of 2026/27 El Niño season
The South African Council of Churches has warned that vulnerable communities face growing risks from extreme weather, as storms continue to damage homes and threaten livelihoods.
Gauteng Education Department investigates alleged rape of nine-year-old learner in Soweto
The Gauteng Department of Education has dispatched officials to investigate allegations that a nine-year-old learner was raped by a teacher at Busisiwe Primary School in Zola, Soweto.
Zelensky holds constructive talks with Trump envoys on Ukraine peace efforts
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held what US officials described as “very productive and constructive discussions” with envoys of US President Donald Trump in Oslo, Norway.
Tshwane resumes water chlorination in Bronkhorstspruit amid safety concerns
The City of Tshwane has resumed chlorinating the water supply in Bronkhorstspruit, but residents are still being warned against using the water for drinking, cleaning or washing.
Man shot dead in suspected gang-related attack in Athlone
A 35-year-old man has been shot and killed in an alleged gang-related attack in Athlone on the Cape Flats.
Ramaphosa says SA will seek alternative markets if excluded from AGOA
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa will explore alternative export markets to limit the economic impact if the country loses its preferential trade benefits under the United States’ African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).