Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s Albert Mazibuko passes away
Mazibuko passed away on early hours of Monday morning after battling illness.
South Africa
Death toll in Eastern Cape Easter weekend road crashes rises to 17
This after the death of seven between a car and truck in Gqeberha on Sunday.
Government to engage residents on Vaal Special Economic Zone
Government to engage residents on Vaal Special Economic Zone
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic), the Gauteng Provincial Government and the Local Municipalities of Lesedi and Midvaal, will host public consultations on the planned designation of the Vaal Special Economic Zone (SEZ).
This follows the publication, on 3 March 2026, of the Minister of Trade,...
N3 traffic volumes increase as travellers return after Easter weekend
N3TC’S Thania Dhoogra explains the plans they’ve put in place to ensure the free flow of traffic.
Traffic surges on R71, N1 as ZCC congregants depart Moria
This as traffic increases on the R71 linking Moria and Polokwane as well as the N1.
Emerging farmer thrives in tomato production
Emerging farmer thrives in tomato production
By More Matshediso
Tshililo Mafuka is a tomato farmer from Muswodi Dipeni in Musina, Limpopo, whose passion for agriculture began long before he launched his own farming business.
His rise in the agricultural sector is a story of resilience and a meaningful contribution to strengthening South Africa’s local food supply chain.
Mafuka...
BMA Chief monitors Beitbridge border operations and crime control
BMA Commissioner Dr. Masiapato will oversee the Beitbridge border amid the post-Easter traffic surge
Specialised Committees – key to securing South Africa’s future
Specialised Committees – key to securing South Africa’s future
By Michael Currin
Just a few years ago South Africa’s energy situation looked bleak with power outages sometimes exceeding eight hours a day. Communities and businesses endured severe stages of load shedding, disrupting economic activity and eroding public confidence. It became distinctly clear that urgent and...
NPA yet to confirm when Kolwapi will appear in court
The Director of Public Prosecutions has formally charged Nokuzola Kolwapi.
Early flu season prompts urgent vaccine call
Authorities are concerned about a surge in Flu cases as the season starts earlier than usual
Concerns over overcrowding at Pollsmoor Correctional Facility
Pollsmoor Correctional Facilit has around 8000 offenders
Motorists warned of delays at Beitbridge Border from Sunday night
BMA Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato is expected to conduct a walkabout from Monday to Wednesday
Traffic increases on R71 as congregants leave Moria
Traffic officers have been deployed along the routes.
7 killed in head-on collision in Gqeberha
The crash involved a seven seater SUV with seven occupants and a manganese truck.
Phones, drugs and illegal items seized during Pollsmoor raid
The prison has around houses 8000 offenders in a facility with an official bed capacity of 4000
Thousands flock to festival of Chariots at Durban’s North Beach
The beachfront is bursting with colour, including the distinctive saffron dress of Krishna devotees.
Heavy rain causes poor visibility on N6, warning issued to motorists
Free State RIMS chairperson Sipho Towa says heavy rain is being experienced along parts of the road
Easter Egg hunt at Johannesburg Zoo brings families together
Children took part in the exciting Easter egg hunt, while parents and guardians enjoyed the zoo
JMPD makes 240 drunk driving arrests since start of Easter weekend
JMPD spokesperson has urged motorists to avoid drinking and driving and pedestrians to stay visible
SANBS calls public to donate blood
Sebogo says they need about 3 500 units of blood on a daily basis.
Abu Dhabi’s Presight signs AI deals with three African nations
Big data analytics and AI company Presight, majority-owned by Abu Dhabi technology group G42, has signed separate memoranda of understanding with the governments of Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire and Gabon to support national digital transformation programs, extending the company’s African presence to at least 11 markets. The agreements cover the design and deployment of AI-driven […]