Fresh migrant ultimatum raises fears among Durban refugees
Fear is mounting among refugees and asylum seekers living on the streets of Durban after an anti-migrant group issued a fresh ultimatum for foreign nationals to leave the city.
Matlala trial within a trial continues in Johannesburg High Court
The trial within a trial in the attempted murder case involving Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and four co-accused is set to continue in the Johannesburg High Court on Thursday.
Two suspects to appear in Durban court over alleged human trafficking
Two suspects linked to the alleged trafficking of three women from Eldorado Park in Johannesburg to Durban are expected to appear in the Durban Regional Court on Friday for a formal bail application.
SARS cracks down on alleged circumvention of anti-dumping duties on Chinese windscreens
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is stepping up efforts to prevent importers from allegedly circumventing anti-dumping duties on replacement vehicle windscreens imported from China.
Usindiso building fire case postponed after lawyer fails to appear
The case against Sthembiso Mdlalose in connection with the deadly Usindiso building fire has been postponed to 15 September after his legal representative failed to appear in court.
Government vows urgent action over Durban migrant camp
The government says it will urgently address the situation at a migrant camp outside the Home Affairs office in Durban’s Umbilo area following violence during an anti-illegal immigration protest last week.
South Park renamed South America in latest swipe at Trump
The creators of the hit animated series South Park have announced that the show will temporarily be renamed South America, appearing to mock US President Donald Trump’s controversial attempts to rename major geographical landmarks.
At least seven killed after five-storey building collapses in Delhi
At least seven people have died after a five-storey residential building collapsed in India’s capital, Delhi, with rescue teams continuing to search through the rubble for possible survivors.
Biko inquest temporarily halted as family seeks more time to prepare
The inquest into the death of late Black Consciousness Movement leader Steve Biko has been temporarily suspended following an urgent application by his family.
Isuzu recalls more than 2,500 bakkies over potential brake fault
Isuzu Motors South Africa has recalled 2,582 RG19 bakkies over concerns that a potentially loose brake pedal pivot pin could affect the vehicle’s braking system.
4 November declared public holiday for Local Government Elections
South Africans will head to the polls on 4 November for the country’s Local Government Elections, with the date now officially declared a public holiday.
AFT condemns threats against Madlanga Commission commissioner
Advocates for Transformation (AFT) has condemned what it describes as a growing campaign of threats and intimidation targeting Advocate Sandile Khumalo and the organisation’s national chairperson, Advocate Myron Dewrance SC.
Ramaphosa to attend BRICS Summit in India
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to travel to New Delhi, India, this weekend to attend the 18th BRICS Summit at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
One injured after light aircraft crash-lands in Midrand
A small aircraft crash-landed in Midrand on Tuesday afternoon after reportedly suffering engine failure, leaving one person injured and causing major traffic disruptions in the area.
South Africa’s economy contracts 0.2% in second quarter, ending six-quarter growth streak
South Africa’s economic recovery has suffered a setback, with the economy contracting by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2026, according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).
Mapisa-Nqakula denies ‘wig’ was code for bribe in corruption trial
Former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has denied allegations that her references to a “wig” in conversations with a contractor were a coded request for a bribe.
South African mechanic among group abducted in Mozambique lodge attack
A South African mechanic is among around 11 people who were reportedly abducted during an attack on a hunting lodge in northern Mozambique.
175-year-old Shiva temple collapses into Ganga as flooding and erosion worsen
A 175-year-old Shiva temple in Ratua collapsed into the Ganga River on Sunday as severe flooding and riverbank erosion continued to worsen across the district.
Eiffel Tower shut down after staff protest over treatment of women during Hindu group visit
The Eiffel Tower was temporarily closed on Monday after employees went on strike following an incident in which female staff members were reportedly removed from their positions during a visit by a Hindu religious delegation.
Potential class action investigated over faulty contraceptive pills
A potential class action is being investigated after a packaging error involving contraceptive pills allegedly resulted in unintended pregnancies among women who used an affected batch between 2023 and 2025.
KZN Public Works department secures first-ever clean audit
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has achieved a clean audit for the first time in its history.
Security threats and disputed evidence emerge in Cat Matlala trial
Security threats, reports of gunfire and a dispute over bail evidence have emerged during a trial-within-a-trial in the attempted murder case involving alleged criminal kingpin Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and his co-accused.
Refilwe stabbing accused to make second court appearance
The 53-year-old man accused of fatally stabbing a 20-year-old man in Refilwe last week is expected to make his second appearance in the Cullinan Magistrate’s Court outside Pretoria on Tuesday.
Arsenal make flying start despite missing out on marquee forward
Arsenal may have failed to land the elite forward they wanted during the summer transfer window, but the Premier League champions have wasted little time showing they remain a formidable force.