Dhlamini requests voluntary suspension after corruption allegations
Dhlamini says he went on voluntary suspension after Nkosi implicated him in a WhatsApp message
South Africa
President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court
President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Justice Nambitha Christabel Dambuza-Mayosi and Justice Katharine Mary Savage as Judges of the Constitutional Court with effect from 1 May 2026.
President Ramaphosa has made these appointments after consultation with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and leaders of political parties...
SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions
SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions
The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has officially received the African Spelling Bee Championship trophy from South African learners who secured first place at the continental competition held in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Team South Africa emerged as overall champions at the Africa leg of the spelling bee competition, with...
Woman shot execution-style on the Cape Flats
Serious crime has continued unabated on the Cape Flats despite the deployment of SANDF members.
Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA’s energy security
Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA’s energy security
Government has welcomed the successful commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Plant, a 148-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic facility in Limpopo province.
The plant was completed in April 2026 and commissioned by mineral resources company, Rio Tinto.
“This milestone represents a significant contribution to South Africa’s ongoing efforts...
Ndimande brothers back in court for bail application
The Ndimande brothers stand accused of murdering Kiernan “AKA” Forbes and Tebello “Tibz” Motshoane
Riley confirms role in withdrawing charges against Cator Manor Unit
Advocate Shireen Riley was testifying at the Nkabinde Enquiry in Pretoria.
Public invited to comment on Protected Disclosures Bill by May 14
The proposed legislation seeks to address weaknesses in the existing Protected Disclosures Act.
Former midwife found guilty of baby’s death, crimes against mothers
Evidence presented in court showed that Fouchee committed the crimes over a period of two years.
State opposes bail for four alleged drug mules
The state has argued that five alleged drug mules are a flight risk.
Commissioner Baloyi blames Malatji for R14m Tshwane security spend
Malatji has concluded his testimony and a new witness takes to the stand on Friday.
Ten suspected illegal miners arrested in Pilgrim’s Rest
The group was found in possession of gold bearing material and tools used for illicit mining.
Madlanga Commission hears how company linked to ANC member won tender
The company is linked to Tshwane ANC Regional Chairperson Eugene Modise.
Two killed, two wounded in Ormonde shooting incident
Police are investigating a case of murder and attempted murder following the incident.
Presidency committee to await ConCourt ruling on Phala-Phala
Con Court confirmed that its decision on the Phala Phala scandal will be delivered within a month
Gwarube proud of SA learners after winning continental spelling bee
The ceremony highlighted the country’s progress in promoting literacy and academic excellence.
Inquest into death of Anele Tembe postponed to July 13
Tembe died in nearly five-years ago after she fell from the 10th floor of a Cape Town hotel.
AI Fraud Industrialises as INTERPOL Warns of Global Crime Networks
Fraud has entered a new phase. What was once opportunistic cybercrime is now operating as a coordinated, technology-driven system. A new global threat assessment from Interpol warns that financial fraud has evolved into one of the fastest-growing forms of transnational organised crime, now sitting at the centre of criminal ecosystems enabled by AI, low-cost tools […]
How Technology Is Helping Save Newborn Lives Across Africa
Across the African continent, more mothers are giving birth in health facilities than ever before. Yet for many newborns, survival still depends on something simple but often missing: access to the right medical equipment at the right time. That is the challenge that Hatch Technologies is working to solve. Headquartered in Nairobi, Hatch Technologies is […]
eThekwini digital recruitment portal to boost fairness and transparency
eThekwini digital recruitment portal to boost fairness and transparency
The eThekwini Municipality has unveiled its new “Digitally You” e-recruitment job application portal, a move aimed at transforming how municipal vacancies are accessed and managed while strengthening transparency and fairness in hiring.
The launch generated strong interest from city leadership, management and...
SANDF deployment in Cape Flats not intelligence-driven: DA
The army has been deployed to the Cape Flats for about two weeks as part of Operation Prosper.