Storm damage assessments continue in Little Karoo and Garden Route
Road closures and power outages persist and some people have been without electricity for 12 days
South Africa
Warrant of arrest issued for prosecutor in Joe Sibanyoni case
The matter was subsequently struck off the roll, resulting in the release of the accused.
Modack’s lawyer claims he is prevented from consulting witnesses
State prosecutor Greg Wolmarans has argued that the delays are unreasonable and unjustifiable.
Defence witness disputes cellphone evidence in Meyiwa murder trial
A new defence witness has taken the stand in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.
Malawi to Johannesburg bus found overloaded on N1
The bus driver has fled on foot but an assistant driver is at the scene
Committee slams CETA administrator over awarding himself R3m salary
Tebogo Letsie has criticised Oupa Nkoane for unilaterally approving his R3 million salary.
South Africa and Botswana set to deepen strategic partnership at 6th Bi-National Commission
South Africa and Botswana set to deepen strategic partnership at 6th Bi-National Commission
By David Jacobs
South Africa and Botswana are set to convene the 6th Session of the Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Gaborone on 21 May 2026, marking another important milestone in the long-standing relations between the two neighbouring countries.
The high-level engagement will be preceded...
Health dept notes National Health Act ConCourt judgment
Health dept notes National Health Act ConCourt judgment
The Department of Health (DoH) says it has noted the Constitutional Court judgment declaring that sections 36 to 40 of the National Health Act 61 of 2003 are inconsistent with the Constitution.
The court handed down the judgment today, further declaring that the sections are irrational and unjustifiably limit the right to...
Gauteng Gambling Board CEO fired with immediate effect
Dr Mbele allegedly interfered in funding processes, governance failures and compliance breaches
Government probes alleged unauthorised use of Coat of Arms
Government probes alleged unauthorised use of Coat of Arms
Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has requested the Bureau of Heraldry South Africa to conduct a formal investigation into the alleged unauthorised use of the Coat of Arms by the Somali Association of South Africa.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture said it had noted...
TMPD officer found guilty of accepting bribes
TMPD officer found guilty of accepting bribes
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has welcomed the sentencing of former Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) officer Mashudu Ernest Mukwevho for soliciting and accepting bribes from motorists.
Mukwevho was convicted on 10 March 2026 following his arrest during a joint undercover operation conducted by the National Traffic...
Joe Sibanyoni, co-accused walk free as case struck off roll
Last Friday, prosecutor Mkhuseli Ntaba informed the court that he would not be available on Monday
South African Air Force honours bravery, courage and sacrifice
The memorial on Bays Hill honours all SAAF members who lost their lives in service.
Abrahams to attend Botswana-SA Bi-National Commission and Business Forum
Abrahams to attend Botswana-SA Bi-National Commission and Business Forum
Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Alexandra Abrahams, will attend the 6th Botswana-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) and deliver remarks at the Botswana-South Africa Business Forum in Gaborone from 20 to 21 May 2026.
The Business Forum will take place on the sidelines of the 6th...
Early childhood development key to addressing skills gap – KZN Premier
Early childhood development key to addressing skills gap – KZN Premier
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has underscored the importance of early childhood development (ECD) as a critical intervention to address the growing skills mismatch in society.
The Premier was speaking at the Early Childhood Development Strategic Dialogue held at the Archie Gumede Conference Centre in...
Lagos AI programme sets out to build the pipeline African builders have been missing
The Artificial Future, a multi-week AI initiative from YPIT, launches in Lagos this May with a hackathon for 250 builders, a global webinar series, and a conference bringing together investors, founders, and policymakers on June 13th Lagos, Nigeria — Young People in Tech (YPIT), a global community founded in Lagos in 2022, has launched The […]
CT calls for limited water use after treatment operations disruption
CT calls for limited water use after treatment operations disruption
The City of Cape Town has called on residents and businesses to limit water use to essential consumption after severe weather disrupted key water treatment operations and placed pressure on the bulk water supply system.
The city said that while tap water remains safe to drink, residents should boil it as a...
Gauteng Gambling Board CEO dismissed following forensic report
Gauteng Gambling Board CEO dismissed following forensic report
Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Agriculture and Rural Development Vuyiswa Ramokgopa has dismissed the CEO of the Gauteng Gambling Board and suspended its Chief Financial Officer, following the release of a forensic investigation report detailing alleged governance failures, procurement irregularities and financial...
Mogotsi’s alleged staged assassination firearm linked to other cases
Brown Mogotsi appeared briefly at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court, on Monday morning
ConCourt strikes down key NHI provision
The ConCourt has upheld a ruling declaring parts of the National Health Act unconstitutional…
IDAC dismisses Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s arrest warrant ‘rumours’
IDAC dismisses Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s arrest warrant ‘rumours’
The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has dismissed claims that a warrant of arrest has been issued for the arrest of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Police Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
“The IDAC notes with concern the rumours and enquiries that it has a J50 warrant of arrest for...