SAWS Issues Severe Thunderstorm Alerts for Weekend as Heavy Rains Loom
December 12, 2025

SAWS Issues Severe Thunderstorm Alerts for Weekend as Heavy Rains Loom

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued Orange Level 5 and Yellow Level 2 warnings for severe thunderstorms expected to affect several regions between Friday and Sunday. The weather system is likely to bring heavy downpours that could result in flooded roads, low-lying areas and bridges, as well as damage to homes and structures particularly in the western Free State and parts of the North West.

Y Yashmika Dukaran
N3 Traffic Set to Surge as KZN Prepares for Festive Season Influx
December 12, 2025

N3 Traffic Set to Surge as KZN Prepares for Festive Season Influx

Traffic volumes along the N3 in KwaZulu-Natal are expected to rise sharply from this weekend, with the N3 Toll Concession warning of heavier-than-usual congestion as the province readies itself to welcome more than a million holidaymakers.

Y Yashmika Dukaran
Two Dead, Three Injured in Nyanga Shooting
December 12, 2025

Two Dead, Three Injured in Nyanga Shooting

Police have launched an investigation after two people were killed and three others injured in a shooting at Old Crossroads in Nyanga on the Cape Flats on Thursday night.

Y Yashmika Dukaran
NPA Loses Appeal Against Omotoso Acquittal
December 12, 2025

NPA Loses Appeal Against Omotoso Acquittal

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has lost its appeal against the acquittal of televangelist Timothy Omotoso and his two co-accused, Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho.

Y Yashmika Dukaran
Exam Paper Leaks Spark Integrity Fears in Education Sector
December 12, 2025

Exam Paper Leaks Spark Integrity Fears in Education Sector

The National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (Naptosa) has raised alarm over the recent breach of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams, warning that the scandal poses a serious threat to the integrity of the country’s education system.

Y Yashmika Dukaran
Major Raids in KZN and Gauteng as SIU Probes R161 Million TERS Fraud Syndicate
December 11, 2025

Major Raids in KZN and Gauteng as SIU Probes R161 Million TERS Fraud Syndicate

A sweeping multi-province operation unfolded on Thursday as the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), supported by specialised police units including the Hawks and the National Intervention Unit, conducted raids linked to large-scale fraud involving the Covid-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS).

Y Yashmika Dukaran
Portugal Faces First General Strike in 12 Years Over Controversial Labour Reforms
December 11, 2025

Portugal Faces First General Strike in 12 Years Over Controversial Labour Reforms

Portugal is poised for its first general strike in more than a decade as unions mobilise against the right-wing minority government's proposed overhaul of workers’ rights. The nationwide shutdown, set for Thursday, is expected to disrupt public transport, schools, courts and hospitals as employees protest planned changes that would make dismissals easier, lengthen fixed-term contracts and increase minimum service requirements during strikes.

Y Yashmika Dukaran