Bafana Bafana qualifies for AFCON knockout stages 

Government has congratulated Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the knockout stages at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). “Congratulations to Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the AFCON knockout stages after a hard-fought victory,” government said in a post on social media platform, X.This as the South African senior men’s team...

Suspected criminal mastermind Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala moved to super maximum correctional facility

Suspected criminal mastermind, Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, has been transferred from Kgosi Mampuru II Correctional Centre (C-Max) to the super maximum eBongweni Correctional Facility in Kokstad.

Matlala is allegedly linked to, among others, the coordinated syndicates responsible for the...

A firearm seized during the arrest of a man in Limpopo has been positively linked to the deadly mass shooting in Saulsville that claimed the lives of 12 people, including three children, and left 13 others injured.

Alcohol confiscations more than double in a week

The City of Cape Town’s law enforcement agencies have confiscated more than 4 500 litres of alcohol this December, with more than half of the confiscations happening in the last week.

Officers also made 264 arrests and issued 52 520 fines for various transgressions.

Between 1 and 21 December, the City’s liquor pound took receipt of...

Law enforcement remains visible in Gauteng

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has recorded significant law enforcement outcomes through the Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) during festive season operations.

During this period, GTI officers issued hundreds of infringement notices, discontinued unsafe vehicles, effected arrests for serious offences and impounded...

Body recovered in Komati River suspected to be missing soldier

The remains of a person suspected to be that of a missing South African National Defence Force (SANDF) member, who was swept away in a flooded river, have been recovered in the Komati River in Komatipoort on Monday.

On Christmas Day, a military vehicle carrying two members of the SANDF Military Police was swept away...

JMPD nets 174 drunk drivers in crackdown

The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has arrested some 174 motorists for drunk driving in a continued crackdown against driving under the influence over the festive period.

The law enforcement agency has committed to a zero-tolerance approach for the festive season, with high visibility and roadblocks conducted.

“As the 2025...

Concern over Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

South Africa has noted with concern, the recent announcement by the State of Israel recognising Somaliland as an independent state.

In a statement on Monday, the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation said the recognition constitutes a violation of the Federal Republic of Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity...

KZN road safety operations net 100

A total of 100 people have been arrested in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, by the officers of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) for violating various traffic laws this past weekend.

The arrests were part of the #NenzaniLaEzweni operation aimed at ensuring road safety, tackling drunk driving, reckless driving, illegal activities – such as...

Doornkop building collapse to be investigated

Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, has requested an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collapse of a building in Doornkop, Johannesburg.

The tragic incident claimed the lives of three people, including a child. Three others have been taken to hospital with injuries.

“This is a deeply...

Search underway for SANDF member swept away in flooded river

A search is underway for a South African National Defence Force (SANDF) member, who was swept away while attempted to cross a heavily flooded river during a routine patrol at the Lebombo Border Post in Mpumalanga.

According to the SANDF, the incident occurred on Christmas when a military vehicle carrying two members of the...

The US reliance on Section 232 of its Trade Expansion Act, invoking “national security” concerns to hike car import tariffs, ignores how the global car market actually works, writes Paulina Mamogobo.

Meli Gingqini started Jamludi Eatery to overcome limited employment opportunities, creating a sustainable income while navigating barriers like advanced stuttering that hindered access to traditional jobs.

Two little girls are among four people who were rescued after experiencing difficulties on the Western Cape coast line.

The South African Weather Service has warned of severe thunderstorms and possible flooding in several parts of the country on Boxing Day, except for the western regions, which are bracing themselves for hot to very hot conditions..

City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services are battling a blaze below Philip Kgosana Drive in Cape Town.

The dirtier his hands get, the happier Moabelo Nzimande becomes. The 35-year-old spends his days turning waste into furniture.