Zimbabwe Releases Names of 44 Victims in Lake Kariba Ferry Disaster
Zimbabwean authorities have released the names of 44 of the 46 people confirmed to have died after a passenger ferry capsized on Lake Kariba on Tuesday afternoon.
Motorcyclist Dies in Collision With Bakkie in Ballito
A motorcyclist has died following a collision involving a bakkie on Ballito Drive in Ballito.
Elderly Man Dies in Chatsworth House Fire
An elderly man has died after a house caught fire in Montford, Chatsworth, south of Durban, in the early hours of Friday morning.
TikTok Plea Sparks Wave of Kindness for KwaZulu-Natal Cancer Patient
What began as an emotional TikTok appeal for strangers to visit a cancer patient in KwaZulu-Natal has turned into an inspiring display of compassion and generosity.
Constitutional Court Blocks Shell’s Wild Coast Offshore Exploration
The Constitutional Court has ruled that Shell’s offshore exploration activities cannot proceed along South Africa’s Wild Coast, bringing a major setback for the energy giant following years of legal challenges.
Second Suspect Arrested in Durban Human Trafficking Case
A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a human trafficking investigation involving a Durban businessman accused of luring women into sex work under false pretences.
DA to Open Criminal Cases Against 10 Municipal Managers
The Democratic Alliance (DA) says it will open criminal cases against 10 municipal managers from nine municipalities over what it describes as repeated failures in financial management and accountability.
Fadiel Adams Case Transferred to Regional Court
The criminal case against National Coloured Congress Member of Parliament Fadiel Adams has been transferred from the Pinetown Magistrate’s Court to the Regional Court.
Eastern Cape Families Demand Answers Over Poor Cemetery Conditions
Families in the Eastern Cape are calling on the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality to address deteriorating conditions at several cemeteries across the metro.
Suliman Carrim Set to Appear Before Madlanga Commission
North West businessman Suliman Carrim is expected to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria on Friday morning after being subpoenaed to give evidence.
South Africa and Ghana Keep Women’s World Cup Hopes Alive
South Africa and Ghana have kept their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 Women’s World Cup alive after securing crucial play-off victories in Morocco on Thursday.
South African Motorists Face Steep Fuel Price Hikes in September
South African motorists could be in for another sharp increase in fuel prices next month, with mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) pointing to significant under-recoveries.
Social Development Minister Raises Concern Over Long SASSA Queues
Social Development Minister Dina Pule has expressed concern over the large numbers of South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) beneficiaries queuing at offices to access their monthly grants.
Five Hikers Rescued After Heavy Snow Traps Group in Drakensberg
Five people stranded on Sentinel Peak in the Drakensberg have been safely rescued after heavy snowfall left them cut off from the outside world.
Road Closures Announced for Savage Athletic Club Race in Durban
Motorists in Durban are being warned of a number of road closures and traffic disruptions this weekend as the Savage Athletic Club hosts its 21.1km, 10km and 5km races.
Madlanga Commission Hears Recording of Alleged R2.5 Million Hit on Bevan Loftus
The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has heard a recording of a conversation between the late Bevan Loftus and tow-truck operator Clive Naicker, in which Loftus confronted Naicker over an alleged R2.5 million contract on his life.
Ramaphosa Sends Condolences to Zimbabwe After Lake Kariba Ferry Tragedy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his condolences to Zimbabwe following the Lake Kariba ferry disaster, which has claimed 44 lives.
Spur Sets Aside R129.5 Million for GPS Food Group Legal Claim
Restaurant group Spur Corporation has set aside R129.5 million to cover a potential damages award stemming from a long-running legal dispute with GPS Food Group.
Manamela Warns Against Generalising From Challenges at TVET Colleges
Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has cautioned against allowing isolated incidents at individual Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges to undermine confidence in the entire sector.
Investigation Underway After Foiled Cash-in-Transit Heist on Durban’s N2
An investigation is underway following a suspected cash-in-transit heist on the N2 near Cato Manor in Durban on Wednesday night.
IPID Raises Concerns Over Police Task Teams Investigating Cash-in-Transit Robberies
The conduct of police task teams involved in investigating cash-in-transit robberies has raised serious concerns, the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has heard.
15 Dead, 27 Missing After Overcrowded Ferry Capsizes on Lake Kariba
At least 15 people have died and 27 others remain missing after an overcrowded ferry capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba, authorities said on Wednesday.
Public Invited to Comment on South Africa’s 2027 National Minimum Wage
The Department of Employment and Labour is calling on South Africans to submit their views on the 2027 National Minimum Wage, with the public consultation process set to close on 4 September 2026.
North West Premier Announces Major Provincial Cabinet Reshuffle
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi has announced a major reshuffle of the provincial cabinet, marking the first significant changes since the Seventh Administration took office in 2024.