Attorney claims five women arrested at OR Tambo may have been coerced
Police say drugs were found concealed in the suspects’ sneakers, underwear and on their bodies.
South Africa
Bishop Lavis residents call for urgent measures as violence escalates
Residents say the selling of drugs, which leads to violence, has spiralled out of control.
Gubis85 Security Solutions under scrutiny at Madlanga Commission
Gubis85 Security Solutions was the subject of scrutiny at the Madlanga Commission on Wednesday.
Free State scholars stranded as drivers down tools over non-payment
Operators say they have not been paid since January and are now facing severe financial strain.
CRL Rights Commission urges churches to avoid dangerous practices
CRL Rights Commission plans to visit the Ikhaya Labafundi church in KwaZulu-Natal.
Naledi Pandor installed as Nelson Mandela University Chancellor
Academic Naledi Pandor has been installed as the new chancellor of the Nelson Mandela University.
Mogae’s family thanks Batswana for support after his hospitalisation
The late Festus Mogae took over from Sir Ketumile Masire, from 1998 to 2008.
More than R22 billion invested in Mpumalanga roads: Creecy
Minister Creecy says more than R22 billion has been invested in Mpumalanga roads.
Sharpeville Swimming Pool temporarily closed after drowning incident
The decision to close the pool will enable a thorough review of the incident.
Thabiso Lucas Thiti appointed as FIC Director
Thabiso Lucas Thiti appointed as FIC Director
The Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, has appointed Thabiso Lucas Thiti as the Director of the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) for a period of five years, effective on 15 April 2026.
Thiti is expected to continue and deepen the vital work the FIC has done to combat illicit financial flows, organised crime, money laundering, and...
New era of digital government in North West
New era of digital government in North West
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi says the provincial government is now operating on a “modern digital foundation built for the future”.
He said this when he outlined progress in the province’s digital transformation programme at a media briefing at Mmabatho Palms Hotel, on Tuesday.
Mokgosi said the province had delivered on commitments...
Western Cape allocates R22m for livestock drought relief
Western Cape allocates R22m for livestock drought relief
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture has approved R22 million in risk reduction funding to provide fodder support to livestock farmers affected by ongoing dry grazing conditions linked to climate variability.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the department said extended periods of limited rainfall have placed...
ConCourt ruling on EFF’s Phala-Phala bid expected within a month
EFF turned to the ConCourt to challenge parliaments decision to not adopt Section 89 panel report
BMA concerned over rise in minors intercepted at Beitbridge border
BMA says it is concerned about the rising number of minors intercepted at Beitbridge border.
Tshwane deputy police chief denies approving Gubis85 contract
Evidence has also revealed that Gubis85 solutions got the bulk of a security tender in the city.
BBBEE policy a critical component of SA’s democracy
BBBEE policy a critical component of SA’s democracy
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policy remains a critical component of South Africa’s constitutional democracy and the process of rebuilding the country.
The Minister said this when he was in conversation about the overall state of the South African economy...
Police on high alert as service delivery protest erupts in Qweba
Authorities have warned that if the protest continues, it will have an adverse economic impact.
First batch of HIV prevention medicine arrives in SA
First batch of HIV prevention medicine arrives in SA
The Department of Health has welcomed the arrival of the first batch of HIV prevention medicine, Lenacapavir, to the country.
The initial consignment, comprising approximately 37 920 doses, was delivered to the country last week.
“This is part of integrated, differentiated and people-centred HIV prevention services, offering new...
SAWS releases seasonal climate forecast
SAWS releases seasonal climate forecast
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) forecast indicates that warmer conditions are expected in most parts of the country in the late autumn and winter, while significant rainfall is expected mainly over the southern and eastern coastal parts of South Africa.
In its seasonal climate watch released on Tuesday, the weather service said the...
Madlanga Commission hears how senior TMPD refuse to undergo vetting
Bolhuis is testifying about corruption allegations levelled against the TMPD.
ActionSA’s Dereleen James lays charges against Minister Tolashe
James says the charge relates to the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.