News24 | JSC recommends removal proceedings against Judge Mushtak Parker for gross misconduct
The Judicial Service Commission has recommended the initiation of removal proceedings against Judge Mushtak Parker following a finding of gross misconduct.
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What is ICE and what powers do its agents have to use force?
ICE is under scrutiny following the fatal shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Nicole Good.
Church drops complaint about new archbishop’s handling of abuse case
No further action will be taken over the complaint first made in 2020 against Dame Sarah Mullally.
News24 | Russia slams Western peacekeeping plan for Ukraine
Russia on Thursday slammed a plan for European peacekeepers to be deployed to Ukraine as “dangerous” and dubbed Kyiv and its allies an “axis of war”, dousing hopes the plan could be a step towards ending the almost four-year-war.
How to stay safe during a storm and what to do in a power cut
The rain and high winds experienced during stormy weather can damage homes and cause power outages.
Homeless men refused entry to city centre hotel
Holiday Inn staff member says accepting bookings from the homeless is against company policy.
Over 20 minors believed to be en route to Zim intercepted near Limpopo River
More than 20 minors, the youngest aged five, were intercepted by Border Management Authority (BMA) and the SA National Defence Force near the Limpopo River.
VIDEO | Over 20 minors believed to be en route to Zim intercepted near Limpopo River
More than 20 minors, the youngest aged five, were intercepted by Border Management Authority (BMA) and the SA National Defence Force near the Limpopo River.
New powers for councils to fine pavement parkers
Councils will be able to take action against those creating “unnecessary obstruction” of the pavement.
Cat Burns celebrates ‘start of new life’ after breast reduction surgery
The singer and recent Celebrity Traitor said her breasts had caused her problems since childhood.
Malatji claps back at Mantashe’s remarks on youth unemployment
ANC youth league president Collen Malatji has strongly condemned ANC national chairperson Gwede Mantashe’s remarks that today’s youth are unemployed because they do not apply for jobs.
Watch: Eyewitnesses recount deadly ICE shooting
Renee Good was fatally shot by an ICE agent in the Central neighbourhood of Minneapolis.
News24 | PODCAST | The Lead: Should SA get involved in the US-Venezuela crisis?
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting. This is The Lead, and this is the South African story.
FACTORY SWOON: Carnage: Absa PMI falls in December to lowest level since pandemic
Absa’s Purchasing Managers’ Index just slipped 1.5 points, but the landing spot is the real headline: 40.5, the weakest since April 2020 for the second straight month. Inventories and jobs fell hard, hinting at a manufacturing sector running on fumes.
News24 | Friday’s weather: Hot, humid in Eastern Cape, KZN; thunderstorms in 5 provinces
Hot and humid conditions are expected in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape, while severe thunderstorms with heavy rain are forecast in five other provinces, according to the South African Weather Service.
News24 | Despite crumbling infrastructure, Boitekong residents shower praise on ‘star’ councillor
In a striking display of loyalty amid adversity, Boitekong residents in the North West delivered glowing testimonials about their ward councillor Thabang Rampou during ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa’s Thursday visit, even as they navigate daily battles with water shortages, power cuts, and poor roads.
South Africa has hit rock bottom
South Africa’s economy is showing signs of having bottomed out with gradual improvement driven by reforms, better power stability, and fiscal consolidation.
Brook, Boozeball and another Ashes hangover
Harry Brook’s incident in New Zealand comes at the end of an Ashes tour undermined by the culture of the England team, writes Stephan Shemilt.
SKILLS CRISIS: TVET reform plans for 2026 bump up against reality of staff and funding gaps
As the 2026 academic year looms, South Africa’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training sector finds itself at a critical crossroads. While campuses prepare to welcome thousands of students, a profound leadership vacuum and a chronic shortage of specialist educators threaten to undermine the very institutions tasked with solving the nation’s skills crisis.