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Manhunt launched for suspects in Walmer quadruple murder case
Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect or suspects involved in a quadruple murder that took place in Walmer in the early hours of Friday.
Police officers responded to a shooting complaint at approximately 12:34am on Friday via radio control.
According to the police, upon arrival at a residence on Ndlovu Street in...
Africa’s first end-to-end multi-vaccine plant to be built in SA
The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, the European Commission and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have announced a landmark financing partnership to support Biovac in building Africa’s first end-to-end multi-vaccine manufacturing facility in South Africa.
The project is aimed at strengthening Africa’s...
SAWS has warned of an approaching cold front expected to affect large parts of the country
Seven houses officially handed over to military veterans
The Department of Human Settlements, in partnership with the City of Matlosana, hosted a housing hand over ceremony for military veterans on Friday.
The programme began with a briefing session at the City Council Committee Room.
The Executive Mayor of the City of Matlosana, Fikile Mahlophe, officially opened the session,...
Small business summit adopts declaration on MSME growth
The government, together with key small business ecosystem stakeholders, has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating inclusive, sustainable, and enterprise-led local economic development following the conclusion of the National Local Economic Development (LED) Summit 2026.
This commitment has been expressed in the LED Summit...
She was sentenced to an additional five years for showing pornographic material to the child.
Forensic lab to strengthen fight against crime
The handover of a forensic laboratory is set to strengthen in KwaZulu-Natal’s efforts to fight crime.“The facility will support investigative forensic work of the South African Police Service [SAPS] in KwaZulu-Natal. “It brings together specialised forensic services into a single, secure and fit-for purpose environment,...
Government calls on private sector to drive skills revolution through partnerships
Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has called on business, labour, civil society and government to work together to transform the country’s skills base, create jobs, drive economic transformation, and build a capable state that can meet the demands of a changing workforce.
He...
Eskom concludes a 3-year wage agreement with NUM and Solidarity, while Numsa rejects offer.
President Ramaphosa champions trade, democracy and fair multilateralism at Spain–SA Business Forum
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for deeper trade ties, strengthened democratic partnerships and a more equitable multilateral system at the Spain–South Africa Business Forum during his working visit to the Kingdom of Spain.
Addressing delegates at the Business Forum on Friday,...
Government plans to evict illegal occupants from more than 40 state properties in the North West.
The case against Ndimande brothers has been formally transferred to the Durban High Court.
Six suspects wanted for serious crimes, including murder and robbery, arrested in Umhlali.
The pair is appearing in the Alexandra Regional Court north of Johannesburg.
eThekwini strengthens crime-fighting capacity with expanded K9 Unit
The eThekwini Municipality has expanded its Durban Metro Police K9 Unit, as part of ongoing efforts to strenghten safety, combat crime and restore public confidence.
A total of 13 newly trained K9 handlers were officially introduced during a passing-out parade this week near the Moses Mabhida Stadium. The teams...
Eskom concludes wage agreement with employees
Eskom has concluded a three-year wage agreement following a Central Bargaining Forum (CBF) process which entails a 7% annual salary increase for workers.
The signatory unions represent more than 75% of the employees in the CBF. The agreement is binding on all employees within the bargaining unit, including those affiliated with the...
Female driver, believed to be in her 20s, killed in a head-on collision on the M4 Northern Freeway
Progress in national FMD vaccination drive
Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen says early data indicates that South Africa’s mass vaccination strategy against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is yielding positive results, with no new infections reported in already vaccinated herds.
Steenhuisen highlighted that since February 2026 to 26 March 2026, provinces have vaccinated a total of...
SIU freezes director’s assets in UIF TERS fraud case
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has obtained an order from the Special Tribunal freezing assets belonging to Nhlakanipho Mngomezulu after an investigation into the unlawful receipt of Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS) funds.
According to the SIU, Lubelo Hlomuka Holdings, trading as SA Scrum Assembly, of which...
Western Cape government says astro tourism is driving job creation, particularly in rural areas
MEC Gaoage Molapisi delivers houses and hosts district imbizo for Military Veterans
North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Gaoage Oageng Molapisi, will today hand over seven houses to military veterans in Jouberton, in the City of Matlosana Local Municipality.
According to the department, the housing project is implemented in...