Bloemfontein Man Arrested After 17 Years on the Run Over Alleged Rape
A 38-year-old Bloemfontein man wanted in connection with an alleged rape dating back to 2009 has been arrested after spending 17 years on the run.
Man Arrested in Klerksdorp for Alleged Murder of Girlfriend
A 27-year-old man has been arrested in Klerksdorp, North West, in connection with the alleged murder of his 37-year-old girlfriend.
Kokstad Man Accused of Killing Four-Year-Old Stepson Back in Court
A 43-year-old Kokstad man accused of killing his four-year-old stepson is expected to appear in court again on Thursday, alongside the child’s mother.
Chidimma Adetshina Says She Was Unfairly Targeted Amid Deportation Case
Former Miss South Africa contestant Chidimma Adetshina says she believes she has been unfairly targeted as she continues to challenge her immigration status in South Africa.
Ugie Pig Farmers Raise Alarm Over Suspected African Swine Fever Outbreak
Small-scale pig farmers in Ugie in the Eastern Cape are calling for urgent government intervention following the suspected outbreak of African swine fever in the area.
CMH to Spend R745 Million on Dealership Properties Owned by Executives
Combined Motor Holdings (CMH) is set to acquire 13 properties occupied by its dealerships in a R745 million transaction involving three of the group’s executive directors and their associated family trusts.
Ramaphosa Objects to Madonsela’s Appointment as Evidence Leader in Phala Phala Impeachment Inquiry
President Cyril Ramaphosa has raised an objection to the appointment of Advocate Thandazani Madonsela as the evidence leader for Parliament’s Section 89 Impeachment Committee.
Suspended Police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s Cases Postponed to September
The two criminal cases against suspended police Sergeant Fannie Nkosi have been consolidated and postponed to September 15 in the Regional Court in Pretoria.
Durban Nurse to Face Precautionary Suspension Over Alleged Patient Assault
A Durban-based nurse accused of slapping a patient at King Dinuzulu Hospital is set to be placed on precautionary suspension while an investigation into the incident gets underway.
South Africa’s Inflation Eases to 4.3% in July
South Africa’s annual consumer price inflation slowed to 4.3% in July, marking the first decline in five months and providing some relief to consumers.
NCC MP Fadiel Adams Testifies Before Madlanga Commission
National Coloured Congress (NCC) Member of Parliament Fadiel Adams has begun giving evidence before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria.
Residents Shocked by Alleged Sexual Activity at Verulam Cemetery
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Malmesbury Teenager to Return to Court Over Alleged Online Child Exploitation Links
A 16-year-old Malmesbury teenager accused of having links to extremist online child exploitation networks is expected to return to the local magistrates’ court in the Western Cape on Wednesday.
Impendle Municipal Workers Resume Protest Over Unpaid Salaries
Workers at Impendle Local Municipality are expected to return to the picket line on Wednesday amid ongoing concerns over unpaid salaries.
Lake Kariba Ferry Disaster Death Toll Rises to 93
The death toll from the Lake Kariba ferry disaster has risen to 93 after another body was recovered from the water near Long Island.
Man Arrested Five Years After R200 Million Cocaine Haul Stolen from Hawks Offices
A 49-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the theft of cocaine worth an estimated R200 million from the Hawks’ offices in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, nearly five years after the drugs were stolen.
NSFAS Under Scrutiny After More Than 40,000 Students Improperly Funded
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is facing renewed scrutiny after an investigation found that more than 40,000 students were allegedly funded improperly, costing the scheme approximately R5.1 billion.
Madlanga Commission Hears Claims of Suspects Posing as State Representatives in Surveillance Dealings
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has heard allegations that murder accused Katiso “KT” Molefe, late taxi boss Mswazi Msibi and businessman Steve Motsumi allegedly presented themselves as representatives of the South African government while engaging with foreign suppliers of surveillance technology.
Bail Hearing Continues for Traditional Healer Accused of Hammarsdale Triple Murder
The bail hearing of a traditional healer accused of masterminding the murders of three people in Hammarsdale is set to resume on Tuesday afternoon.
Absa Closes 79 Branches and More Than 100 ATMs as Customers Move Online
Absa has reduced its physical banking footprint in South Africa, closing about 79 traditional branches and more than 100 ATMs as customers increasingly turn to digital banking services.
Kolisi and Nche Doubtful for Springboks’ First Test Against All Blacks
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi and prop Ox Nche are both doubtful for South Africa’s opening Test against New Zealand in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Analyst Urges Ramaphosa to Challenge SADC Leaders Over Regional Migration Crisis
Political analyst Sipho Seepe has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to be more candid with his regional counterparts, arguing that friendship should not prevent him from addressing governance failures contributing to illegal immigration and other challenges facing South Africa.
Teen Arrested in Malmesbury Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse Material
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in Malmesbury, Western Cape, on allegations relating to the accessing, possession, facilitation and downloading of child sexual abuse material.
Durban Businesses Feel the Impact of Ongoing Water Interruptions
Durban businesses are warning that persistent water supply interruptions across eThekwini are taking a toll on operations, with some businesses forced to close when taps run dry.