Police renew search for missing Joshlin Smith two years after disappearance
Saldanha Bay – Police have intensified efforts to locate missing child Joshlin Smith, nearly two years after her disappearance.
NCC recalls Ford Transit and Tourneo Custom vehicles over battery defect
Johannesburg – The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced a recall of certain Ford Transit and Ford Tourneo Custom vehicles due to a potential safety risk linked to a battery defect.
Mashatile highlights strength of SA–China ties at bilateral commission meeting
Cape Town – Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the South Africa–China Bi-National Commission remains the central platform guiding cooperation between the two countries.
NCC recalls Slimsy Pomegranate Squash over safety concerns
Johannesburg – The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a recall of specific batches of 6% Slimsy Pomegranate Squash Concentrate 1L due to potential safety risks.
Masemola not charged with corruption, says acting police minister
Pretoria – National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has not been charged with corruption, according to acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia.
SARB faces tough interest rate decision amid global and domestic pressures
Johannesburg – The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is under increasing pressure ahead of its interest rate announcement on Thursday, as rising global and domestic economic risks complicate its policy outlook.
Zimbabwe tightens grip on lithium exports amid smuggling crackdown
Harare – Zimbabwe has intensified its crackdown on mineral smuggling and tightened export controls, just weeks after imposing a ban on the export of raw lithium and other unprocessed minerals.
Trump claims Iran seeking deal as Tehran denies negotiations amid escalating conflict
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is eager to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, despite firm denials from Tehran that formal talks are underway.
Sharp fuel price hikes expected to hit motorists in April
Johannesburg – South African motorists are bracing for steep fuel price increases set to take effect next week, with early projections pointing to one of the most significant hikes in recent years.
Four suspects killed in police shootout in Khayelitsha
Cape Town – Four suspected extortionists were shot and killed during a confrontation with police in Site C, Khayelitsha, on Thursday.
Durban protest calls for township economy to be reserved for South Africans
Durban – Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets of Durban on Wednesday, calling for urgent government intervention to reserve township economic activity for South African citizens.
Durban Businessman Kills Estranged Wife Before Taking Own Life
A Durban businessman allegedly shot and killed his estranged wife before turning the gun on himself in a tragic incident at a business property they jointly owned in Glen Ashley.
Heartwarming Journey of Seven Dogs Captures Millions Online, Sparks Animal Welfare Debate in China
A group of seven dogs has gone viral across China after a remarkable escape from suspected thieves and an emotional journey home that has captivated millions online.
Protest March in Durban Calls for Tougher Action on Undocumented Immigration
Several political and civic organisations are expected to take to the streets of Durban on Wednesday as part of a planned demonstration calling for stricter enforcement against undocumented foreign nationals.
12 Senior SAPS Officials and Company Director in Court Over R360m Tender Corruption Case
Twelve senior police officials and a company director accused of corruption linked to a R360-million tender are expected to appear in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday.
New NPA Head Andy Mothibi Pledges to Restore Integrity and Public Trust
Newly appointed National Prosecuting Authority head Advocate Andy Mothibi says his priority is to restore the credibility and integrity of the institution.
KwaZulu-Natal Woman Sentenced to 10 Years for R500,000 Theft Scheme
A KwaZulu-Natal woman has been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment, with two years suspended, after being found guilty of stealing R500,000 from a businesswoman in a fraudulent business arrangement.
Fire Ravages Historic Botha Sigcau Building in Mthatha
A major fire continues to burn at the historic Botha Sigcau Building, leaving the structure extensively damaged.
City Power Launches First Phase of EV Charging Rollout in Johannesburg
City Power Johannesburg says the first phase of its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure project will focus on installing standard charging stations across the city.
UN General Assembly to Vote on Resolution Declaring Slave Trade ‘Gravest Crime Against Humanity’
The United Nations General Assembly is set to vote on Wednesday on a resolution that would designate the transatlantic African slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” in a move supporters say could advance global recognition, healing and justice.
Four Suspects Killed in Shootout with Police in Yeoville
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Ramokgopa: End of Load Shedding in Sight as Eskom Finances Improve
Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says government is confident that load shedding will soon be eliminated, citing sustained technical interventions and improved system performance.
Iran Fires New Missile Barrage as Trump Signals Possible Talks
Iran launched a fresh wave of missiles across the Middle East on Wednesday, even as Donald Trump indicated that Washington is pursuing negotiations with Tehran, raising cautious hopes of de-escalation after nearly four weeks of conflict.
Nkandla Man to Appear in Court Over Construction Equipment Theft
A 63-year-old man is expected to appear in the Nkandla Magistrate’s Court on multiple charges linked to the alleged theft of construction equipment in northern KwaZulu-Natal.