Temporary Road Closure Scheduled on N9–N12 in Little Karoo
The Western Cape Infrastructure Department has announced a temporary closure of the N9–N12 route in the Little Karoo on Wednesday afternoon.
South Africans Tap Retirement Savings Amid Mounting Financial Strain
South African households are facing growing financial pressure, with an increasing number of consumers turning to their retirement savings to make ends meet.
Ramaphosa Commends Medical Team for Successful Separation of Conjoined Twins in Limpopo
President Cyril Ramaphosa has praised a team of medical specialists for successfully separating conjoined twins at Mankweng Hospital.
Senegal to Appeal After CAF Strips AFCON Title, Awards Morocco Victory
Senegal have confirmed they will appeal a decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to strip them of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title and award the championship to Morocco, following a controversial ruling delivered on Tuesday.
Kindness Goes Viral: Community Raises Nearly $1 Million to Help Elderly Delivery Driver Retire
An act of compassion has transformed the life of an elderly delivery driver after a woman in Manchester helped spark a wave of generosity that raised nearly $1 million.
Lexus Recalls 110 Vehicles Over Transmission Fault
Luxury car manufacturer Lexus has issued a recall for 110 vehicles in South Africa due to a potential transmission defect.
Middle East Conflict Disrupts Fertiliser Supply, Raising Global Food Security Concerns
As the US-Israel war with Iran enters its third week, analysts warn that escalating tensions are severely disrupting global fertiliser markets, posing a growing threat to food security—particularly in developing countries.
Iran Strikes Gulf Allies as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Escalate
Iran launched fresh attacks on the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday, striking US-aligned Gulf states in the third week of a US-Israeli military campaign against Tehran. President Donald Trump described the attacks as unexpected, although intelligence sources say he had been warned that such strikes were likely.
Durban Police Seize Cocaine Worth Nearly R600,000, Suspect Arrested
Police in Durban have arrested a man following a major drug bust in Umbilo, seizing pure cocaine with an estimated street value of nearly R600,000. Authorities believe the suspect is linked to a wider international drug trafficking network.
Deadline Approaches for Municipal Electricity Tariff Submissions
Municipalities across South Africa have just two weeks remaining to submit electricity tariff applications for the 2026/27 financial year, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has warned.
IPUSA Calls for Exit Vetting After Arrest Linked to Whistleblower Murder
The Independent Policing Union of South Africa (IPUSA) has called for the urgent implementation of exit vetting for police officers, following the arrest of a former Special Task Force member in connection with a high-profile murder.
Tau Urges Africa to Cut Import Reliance Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau has warned that Africa must urgently reduce its dependence on imports as instability in the Strait of Hormuz threatens global energy security and supply chains.
Mkhwanazi’s Contract as KZN Police Commissioner Set for Renewal
The contract of KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi is set to be renewed for another term, according to National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola.
Two Killed in Suspected Taxi-Related Shooting in Delft
Two people have been shot and killed in a suspected taxi-related incident in Delft.
Education Department Warns of Dangerous ‘Chuffing’ Trend Among Pupils
The Department of Basic Education has raised alarm over a dangerous emerging trend among school pupils known as “chuffing,” following the circulation of disturbing videos on social media.
Niantic Taps Pokémon Go Data to Train Delivery Robots
The creator of Pokémon Go, Niantic, is repurposing years of player-generated augmented reality (AR) data to help train autonomous delivery robots to navigate complex urban environments.
Ntuzuma Hostage Stand-Off Officers Withdrawn for Trauma Support
Police officers who were held hostage during a dramatic stand-off at a police station in Durban have been temporarily withdrawn from active duty to undergo psychological support and debriefing.
Concerns Raised Over Alleged Misuse of State Resources in Attempted Arrest of Musa Khawula
Commissioner Sandile Khumalo, serving on the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, has raised concerns over the possible abuse of state resources following a failed attempt to arrest entertainment blogger Musa Khawula.
Iran Escalates Regional Strikes as Middle East Conflict Intensifies
Iran has warned it is prepared to escalate the ongoing Middle East conflict “as far as necessary,” launching a series of strikes across the region while global powers face mounting pressure to secure vital oil shipping routes.
Ramaphosa Pledges to Halve Road Deaths by 2030
Cyril Ramaphosa has committed his administration to significantly reducing road fatalities in South Africa.
Investigation into chemical fumes at Durban school
Authorities are also investigating a separate incident involving suspected chemical fumes at Umbilo Secondary School, south of Durban.
Warehouse Fire Damages Industrial Facility in Hammarsdale
A warehouse fire has damaged part of an industrial facility in Hammarsdale, west of Durban, after flames broke out at Coveway Industrial Park on Sunday.
KZN Doctors Perform Incision-Free Brain Tumour Surgery
A team of doctors in KwaZulu-Natal has achieved a significant medical breakthrough after successfully removing a brain tumour without making any external incision.
Russia Says Air Defences Shot Down 250 Drones Near Moscow
Russia says its air defence systems intercepted and destroyed about 250 drones launched by Ukraine during a major attack targeting Moscow over the weekend.