Joe Keery’s Music Career Takes Off as ‘End of Beginning’ Tops Charts
The music career of Stranger Things star Joe Keery is gaining remarkable momentum, with his song End of Beginning climbing to the top of major international charts.
Heavy Rains Leave Limpopo and Mpumalanga Reeling, Nine Dead as Infrastructure Crumbles
Limpopo and Mpumalanga are grappling with severe flooding, destroyed infrastructure, and widespread disruption as relentless heavy rains continue to batter the provinces.
Nkomazi Municipality Warns Residents Against Crossing Flooded Bridges Amid Heavy Rains
The Nkomazi Local Municipality has urged residents to avoid crossing bridges submerged by recent heavy rains affecting parts of Mpumalanga.
Defence Minister Orders Inquiry Into Iran’s Role in Naval Drills Off SA Coast
Minister of Defence Angie Motshekga has established a Board of Inquiry to investigate Iran’s participation in recent multinational naval exercises held off South Africa’s coast.
Crime Intelligence Finds No Evidence of Financial Link Between Bheki Cele and ‘Cat’ Matlala
Crime Intelligence head Dumisani Khumalo says investigators have found no evidence of money being exchanged between former police minister Bheki Cele and alleged cartel figure Vusumuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Unroadworthy Scholar Transport Vehicles to Be Impounded, Warn Authorities
Authorities have issued a strong warning to scholar transport operators, saying vehicles that are unroadworthy or operating without valid permits will be impounded.
Three Killed, Several Injured in Fiery N3 Crash Near Shongweni
Three people have been killed and several others injured following a horrific crash on the N3 Durban-bound, just before the Shongweni off-ramp west of Durban.
Limpopo Government Relocates Flood-Displaced Families as Heavy Rains Persist
The Limpopo provincial government says families displaced by severe flooding caused by heavy rains have been relocated to places of safety.
BAT South Africa to Close Heidelberg Cigarette Plant, Citing Surge in Illicit Trade
British American Tobacco South Africa (BATSA) has announced it will shut down its only local cigarette manufacturing plant, citing the severe impact of illicit trade on the industry.
Bail Hearing Continues for Man Accused of Orchestrating DJ Warras Killing
The Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court is expected to continue today with the bail application of the man accused of orchestrating the killing of Warrick Stock, popularly known as DJ Warras.
Ramaphosa Mourns Child Killed in Limpopo Floods, Pledges Support for Affected Families
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep sadness following the death of a five-year-old boy who was swept away by floodwaters in Mbaula village outside Giyani in Limpopo.
KZN Education Department Urges Parents to Seek Help at District Offices Amid Enrollment Protests
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has urged parents who have not yet secured school placements for their children to approach their nearest district or circuit office for assistance.
IFP Condemns ‘Vile’ Death Threats Against KZN Premier Thami Ntuli
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) in KwaZulu-Natal has strongly condemned what it describes as vile and dangerous death threats directed at Premier Thami Ntuli, warning that the messages circulating online amount to serious criminal conduct.
Ramaphosa to Visit Flood-Hit Limpopo as Government Assesses Damage
President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to visit flood-affected areas of Limpopo on Thursday afternoon to assess the extent of the devastation and evaluate the government’s response to the ongoing disaster.
Viral Petrol Station Fire Sparks Safety Concerns Over Refuelling Practices
A video showing a vehicle engulfed in flames at a petrol station has ignited widespread concern about safety precautions at filling stations across the country.
J. Cole Announces New Album ‘The Fall-Out’, Drops Surprise Single and Video
Award-winning American rapper J. Cole has announced the release date for his long-awaited new album, marking his first solo project since 2021.
North West Agriculture Department Denies Claims of Recruiting Learners from Other Provinces
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has dismissed circulating claims that it has recruited young people from outside the province for a learnership programme scheduled to take place this year at the Kgora Farmers Training Centre in Ramatlabama, near Mahikeng.
Fuel Prices Set for Significant Drop in February, Say Analysts
South African motorists can expect substantial relief at the pumps in February, as fuel prices are projected to fall sharply following sustained decreases in global oil prices and a relatively strong rand, according to the latest fuel outlook from the Central Energy Fund (CEF).
Church Defenders Welcome Xulu’s Resignation as CRL Chair Amid Serious Allegations
South African Church Defenders (SACD) has welcomed the resignation of Professor Musa Xulu as chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission, describing the development as a critical moment in an ongoing dispute over the Commission’s conduct.
SAWS Issues Red Level 10 Warning as Heavy Rain Lashes Mpumalanga and Limpopo
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Red Level 10 warning for Mpumalanga and Limpopo, as persistent heavy rainfall continues to batter the eastern parts of both provinces.
Former Minister Dion George Resigns from DA After Nearly 30 Years
Former Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Dion George has resigned from the Democratic Alliance (DA), ending nearly three decades of membership with the party.
KwaMashu Family Mourns Daughter’s Death Amid Matric Success
A KwaMashu family is grappling with grief and pride this week following the release of the 2025 matric results. Their daughter, Wandile Ncube, who passed away last month, achieved a remarkable academic milestone that she will never get to celebrate.
Police Seize R350 Million in Counterfeit Goods in Major Three-Province Crackdown
South African police have confiscated counterfeit and illicit goods valued at more than R350 million during a large-scale December operation spanning three provinces.
Two Killed in Head-On Crash on R617 in KZN Midlands
Two people have died following a head-on collision between a truck and a bakkie on the R617 between Boston and Bulwer in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.