MONDAY, 11 MAY 2026, 20:49
Power system stable as winter demand increases
Eskom says the power system remains stable even after a sharp rise in evening consumption, with peak demand at times reaching nearly 2 000MW above anticipated levels.Demand has been rising, driven by seasonal winter conditions in South Africa over the past few weeks.“The system has remained stable. This has been achieved alongside...
Nelson Mandela Bay cemeteries reopen following flood disruptions
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has announced the reopening of all municipal cemeteries that were temporarily closed due to adverse weather conditions.The municipality said inspections were conducted on Friday to assess the readiness of affected sites ahead of the weekend, confirming that water levels have since...
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria.
SACCAWU says the retailer intends to retrench 22 000 workers.
President Ramaphosa to address Africa’s Travel Indaba
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday officially open and address Africa’s Travel Indaba at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
In a statement on Monday, The Presidency said the Indaba is a platform for leaders of the African tourism industry, investors, media, international...
A second cold front has made landfall in parts of the Western Cape, bringing with it more heavy rain
The pastor allegedly raped two 15-year-old girls during prayer services at his home.
Five men, including Ntanzi, are on trial for the murder of Senzo Meyiwa in Vosloorus in 2014.
Concern raised on challenges at Pretoria West police station
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has raised concerns over infrastructure and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) challenges at the Pretoria West police station.
This following an oversight visit to the station by the committee last week.
“[The] committee uncovered...
SAWS Advises on intense cold fronts bringing cold, wet and windy conditions
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says that very cold, wet and windy conditions are expected over the southern parts of the Namakwa District in the Northern Cape and the western interior of the Western Cape, as well as the Chris Hani and Joe Gqabi district municipalities of the Eastern Cape, until...
The South Africa Weather Service predicts high rainfall, strong winds, rough seas and storm surges
Court to hear Bonga Hintsa’s statement on murder of ANC politician Mncedisi Gijana.
The suspects were nabbed over the alleged illicit dealing of precious metals.
85 villages have been affected, 26 bridges damaged, 26 schools affected, disrupting lessons.
SAWS issued a weather advisory for cold, wet and windy conditions.
Madlanga Commission hearings to focus on drug seizures
The Madlanga Commission’s hearings in the week ahead will continue to focus on drug seizures by South African law enforcement agencies, as well as the handling and theft or disappearance of narcotic substances in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.“This is a continuation of the testimony of several witnesses last week, including the...
The kidnapped man was released the following day after a R90.000 ransom was paid
Moms and grandmothers were treated to an intimate session of music performances
The organisation says roads and bridges leading into the remote region are impassable.
Men suffer in silence due to stigma while limited access to mental health services has worsened.
Zuma’s friend was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment for restraining Mkhize during the attack