Heart of a Hero: Illinois Neighbor Breaks Down Door to Save Wheelchair-Bound Woman from House Fire
A quiet Illinois neighborhood was reminded this week that heroes don’t always wear uniforms — sometimes, they carry a sledgehammer.
Eight Killed in School and Home Shootings in British Columbia as Community Mourns
An 18-year-old suspect has been identified in a deadly shooting rampage that claimed eight lives and left dozens injured in the small Canadian community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia.
Illegal Mining Blamed for Gauteng Water Woes as Minister Rules Out Disaster Declaration
Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina says illegal mining activities are a major contributor to Gauteng’s ongoing water challenges, particularly in the West Rand, where ageing infrastructure and excessive demand have strained supply systems.
SAHRC Urges Government to Declare National Disaster Over Worsening Water Crisis
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has called on government to declare the country’s escalating water shortages a national disaster, warning that prolonged outages are severely affecting communities and essential services.
Man Found Guilty of Murdering Wife Outside Limpopo Hospital
The High Court in Polokwane has found a 58-year-old man guilty of murdering his wife outside Lebowakgomo Hospital in Limpopo, in a case that has drawn attention to the dangers faced by victims of domestic violence.
Masemola Orders Firm but Lawful Policing Ahead of State of the Nation Address
Police National Commissioner General Fanie Masemola has instructed security forces to act swiftly and decisively against any disruptions during Thursday evening’s State of the Nation Address, stressing that law enforcement must uphold order without fear or favour.
Economist Calls for Action-Driven SONA as Education Sector Flags Funding Pressures
An economist has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to move beyond broad reassurances and deliver concrete, measurable plans when he presents the State of the Nation Address, saying South Africa can no longer afford “policy talk without progress.”
Amnesty International Warns of Deepening Corruption and Accountability Crisis Ahead of SONA
Amnesty International has sounded the alarm over what it describes as a worsening crisis of corruption, crime and weak accountability in South Africa, urging government to take decisive action as President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to deliver the State of the Nation Address on Thursday evening.
Police Fire Rubber Bullets as Soshanguve Residents Protest Two-Week Water Outage
Police fired rubber bullets at protesting residents in Soshanguve Block L, north of Pretoria, after demonstrations over prolonged water shortages escalated into unrest.
Ramokgopa Targets End to Load Reduction as Ministers Outline Priorities Ahead of SONA
Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says government is intensifying efforts to eliminate load reduction in rural areas and townships, with several provinces expected to see relief in the coming months.
Three Dead as Severe Storms Lash KwaZulu-Natal, Residents Urged to Heed Weather Alerts
Weather authorities in KwaZulu-Natal are urging residents to treat official storm warnings with caution after severe thunderstorms claimed at least three lives in less than a week and left hundreds displaced across parts of the province.
COSATU Calls for Jobs, Growth and Stronger Public Services Ahead of State of the Nation Address
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) says it expects President Cyril Ramaphosa to outline concrete solutions to South Africa’s deepening socio-economic challenges when he delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday evening.
Road Closures Set to Disrupt Cape Town CBD Traffic Ahead of State of the Nation Address
Cape Town motorists travelling through the city centre on Thursday are being urged to plan ahead and consider alternative routes as extensive road closures come into effect for President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address (SONA).
Parliament Reconstruction Set for Completion by 2026 at Cost of R4.6 Billion
The reconstruction of South Africa’s Parliament is expected to be completed by December 2026, with government allocating R4.6 billion to restore and modernise the historic legislative complex following the devastating fire three years ago.
Political Parties Urge Ramaphosa to Prioritise Jobs, Services and Safety in State of the Nation Address
Political parties represented in Parliament have called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to focus squarely on everyday challenges facing South Africans when he delivers the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday evening.
Cyclone Gezani Leaves Trail of Destruction in Madagascar, Dozens Dead and Thousands Displaced
At least 31 people have been killed after Cyclone Gezani tore through Madagascar’s eastern coast, battering the port city of Toamasina with ferocious winds, widespread flooding and severe structural damage, authorities confirmed on Wednesday.
Heartwarming Haven: Green Bay Cat Shelter Opens Its Doors to Keep People and Pets Safe From Bitter Cold
As Siberian temperatures sweep across the Midwest, one Green Bay cat sanctuary is proving that compassion can be just as powerful as any winter coat.
Nine Killed, Dozens Injured in Mass Shooting at British Columbia School and Home
Nine people have been killed and at least 25 others injured in a mass shooting at a secondary school and nearby residence in the remote community of Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, in one of the deadliest gun attacks in Canada’s history.
Rising Costs Make Braais More Expensive, January Index Shows
South Africa’s beloved tradition of braaiing is becoming increasingly costly, with the latest January Braai Index reporting a sharp rise in food prices.
Nelson Mandela Rules Training Academy Set to Open at Drakenstein Correctional Centre
The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services visited Drakenstein Correctional Centre in Paarl, Western Cape, ahead of the official opening of the Nelson Mandela Rules Training Academy. President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to inaugurate the academy on Thursday.
Seven Dead, Including Child, in Multi-Vehicle Crash on N2 in Eastern Cape
Seven people, including a child, have died in a tragic multi-vehicle collision near Bhisho in the Eastern Cape. The provincial transport department reported that a bakkie carrying six passengers collided with a car on the N2 before crashing into another bakkie.
Advocacy Group Calls for Clarity on Government’s Response to GBVF National Disaster Declaration
Advocacy organisation Women for Change is calling on government to provide clear details on how it plans to implement the classification of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster, warning that progress remains unclear months after the declaration.
Paul O’Sullivan to Appear Before Parliamentary Committee Amid Security Concerns
Private investigator Paul O’Sullivan is set to appear before Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee probing national security concerns, as lawmakers continue hearings into allegations surrounding his conduct and influence within the criminal justice system.
KZN Education Investigates Exam Irregularities at Pinetown School
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has launched an investigation into alleged examination irregularities at Zwelinjani Secondary School in eNqabeni, Pinetown, following concerns over withheld matric results.