Ferrel Govender Denied Bail for Fifth Time in Durban Murder Case
Murder accused Ferrel Govender has been denied bail for the fifth time after the Durban High Court dismissed his latest application for release.
Shoprite Scales Back African Operations as It Refocuses on South Africa
Shoprite, South Africa’s largest retailer, is reducing its presence in several African markets as it shifts its focus towards South Africa and neighbouring countries.
GTA 6 Marketing Campaign Gains Momentum as Rockstar Unveils New Screenshots
Rockstar Games appears to be ramping up its marketing campaign for the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6, following the release of an extended gameplay presentation last week.
More Than 20,000 KZN SASSA Beneficiaries Yet to Switch to Postbank Black Cards
More than 20,000 social grant beneficiaries in KwaZulu-Natal have yet to migrate from their old SASSA Gold Cards to Postbank’s new Black Cards.
Parliament Legal Department Finds No Grounds for Ramaphosa’s Objection to Evidence Leader
Parliament’s Legal Department says it has found no sufficient grounds to uphold President Cyril Ramaphosa’s objection to Advocate Thandazani Madonsela being recommended as the evidence leader for the Impeachment Committee.
Baptism Turns Into Dramatic Rescue at Umgeni River Mouth
What began as a baptism ceremony at the Umgeni River mouth in Durban North ended in a dramatic rescue on Monday afternoon after a man was swept hundreds of metres upstream by a strong incoming spring tide.
Aviation Expert Defends Airlink Pilots’ Low-Level Formation Flyover
Aviation expert Phutego Mojapele has defended the low-level formation flyover performed by two Airlink passenger aircraft over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium, describing it as an impressive demonstration of the specialised skills of South African pilots.
Cape Town Woman Calls for Action After Alleged Assault by Soldier
A Cape Town woman is calling for action against a soldier who allegedly assaulted her during an Operation Prosper deployment in Mitchells Plain on Friday.
Pakistan Make Sweeping Changes After England Test Series Defeat
Pakistan have made dramatic changes to their Test squad and coaching staff following their series defeat to England, dropping seven players and releasing head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed ahead of the third and final Test.
Brown Mogotsi Expected to Testify in Fourth Bail Bid
Alleged political fixer Brown Mogotsi is expected to take the stand as he makes his fourth attempt to secure bail at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court.
eThekwini Water Supply Disruptions Continue as Southern Aqueduct Repairs Underway
eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba has urged residents to remain patient as repair teams work to restore normal water supply following a leak on the Southern Aqueduct.
Waterkloof Air Force Base faces high-risk operational readiness concerns
Serious concerns have been raised over the operational readiness of Waterkloof Air Force Base, with more than 150 vehicles reportedly out of service and questions surrounding the security of some weapon storage facilities.
eThekwini intensifies law enforcement operations across Durban
The eThekwini Municipality says it is stepping up law enforcement operations across the city, with eight unlawful structures demolished and four foreign nationals arrested during recent interventions.
New Pokémon movie ‘Wild Card’ announced for 2027
Pokémon fans have been given an exciting surprise, with a brand-new animated movie, Pokémon: Wild Card, announced during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Pokémon World Championships.
Motorists face steep fuel price increases from Wednesday
South African motorists are set for another increase in fuel prices, with petrol and diesel prices expected to rise sharply from Wednesday, 2 September.
Home Affairs urges couples to register customary marriages before deadline
The Department of Home Affairs is urging members of the public in qualifying customary marriages to take advantage of a special registration process before it closes today.
Ford recalls more than 2,000 Ranger double cabs over airbag safety risk
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a safety recall affecting 2,275 Ford Ranger double-cab vehicles sold in South Africa between 22 May and 23 June 2026.
KZN families await answers as six residents remain missing after Nepal floods
Families in KwaZulu-Natal are anxiously awaiting information about loved ones reported missing following devastating flash floods in Nepal.
Nepal flash floods: Missing persons toll rises to more than 4,200
The number of people reported missing following devastating flash floods in Nepal has risen sharply to 4,247, while at least 903 people are confirmed dead.
Hawks officer to continue testimony at Madlanga Commission
Hawks officer Deena Govender is expected to return to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry on Monday to continue giving evidence about the alleged theft of a R200-million cocaine consignment in Port Shepstone.
Fernandes hat-trick inspires Manchester United to first Premier League win
Bruno Fernandes stepped out of his usual role as Manchester United's chief creator to become the star goalscorer as he netted a hat-trick in a 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town on Sunday.
Measles outbreak in Amajuba raises concern over low vaccination rates
An active measles outbreak in Amajuba District, KwaZulu-Natal, has raised concerns about declining vaccination rates, with provincial second-dose coverage remaining below the level needed to provide community protection.
Hawks allege officer and wife drained funds from five deceased estates
The Hawks have told the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo that a Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department (TMPD) officer and his wife allegedly withdrew almost all the money from the estate accounts of five families.
‘A life’s a life’: Community rallies to save baby otter in Canada
A retired logger and fisherman and a local woman have been hailed for helping save the life of a baby otter after it became trapped in a fishing net in Alert Bay, British Columbia.