Three arrested in Cape Flats gang-related operations
Handcuffs. Police top brass in the Western Cape say sterling detective work led to the…
Three arrested in Cape Flats gang-related operations
Handcuffs. Police top brass in the Western Cape say sterling detective work led to the breakthrough in several investigations. That resulted in the arrest of three wanted suspects during raids in various areas on the Cape Flats, in the early hours, on Sunday. Police Spokesperson, Brigadier Novela Potelwa says the arrests happened during operations in…
KZN farmers ‘bleeding through the wounds’ due to FMD outbreaks
FILE | A man herds cattle. KwaZulu-Natal emerging and small-scale livestock farmers says they are bleeding through the wounds as they count their losses due to the Foot-and-Mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks. The outbreak is said to have significantly affected sales and operations for livestock farmers this festive season due to the strict animal movement restrictions….
Doornkop building collapse victim recounts ordeal
A collapsed building in Soweto. A Soweto man has described how he battled to rescue members of his family after their double-story property collapsed in Doornkop, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Three of his relatives including a child died after being trapped under the rubble. Three others were rushed to Chris Hani Baragwanath…
Slain AFASA leader’s family demands justice
FILE | KwaZulu-Natal Chairperson of the African Farmers Association of South Africa (AFASA) Mbongeni Sikhakhane. The family of the slain KwaZulu-Natal Chairperson of the African Farmers Association of South Africa (AFASA) Mbongeni Sikhakhane is calling for justice. He was attacked at his home in Sweetwaters, in Pietermaritzburg, on Friday. It is alleged that five armed…
Numsa realizes that 2026 will not be an easy year
File image| Numsa members on strike. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) says as the year draws to an end, they realize that 2026 will not be an easy year as they approach the 12th national congress. Union Spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola says in 2025 they demonstrated the capacity to lead, defend and…
Over 50 couples to wed at IPHC mass wedding in Westonaria
The International Pentecostal Holiness Church is hosting a mass wedding. More than 50 couples are expected to tie the knot this afternoon during a mass wedding at the International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC), in Westonaria on Gauteng’s Westrand. WATCH | The International Pentecost Holiness Church is hosting a mass wedding at its headquarters in Zuurbekom,…
Egypt beat Bafana 1-0 to reach Afcon Round of 16
Egypt play against Bafana Bafana during the AFCON tournament in Morocco on December 26, 2025. Bafana Bafana’s unbeaten run has come to an end. South Africa tasted defeat for the first time in 27 matches, beaten 1-0 by Egypt in an Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group B match in Agadir, Morocco. The Pharaohs’ superstar, Mo…
NSRI in W Cape rescues several at sea
An NSRI motorboat used in rescue operations. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), in the Western Cape has rescued several people at sea, including two children. It has commended the role played by good Samaritans in saving lives. Spokesperson, Craig Lambinon, says two girls were rescued at Miller’s Point near Simon’s Town Beach. Lambinon says…
3 killed in N3 crash between Warden and Villiers
A broken windscreen seen after a car crash. Three people have died in a head on collision on the N3 between Warden and Villiers, in the Free State. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) acting spokesperson, Sidney Dywili says the road is open while work to clear the wreckage is under way. Dywili has also called on…
MK Party threatens legal action over KZN legislature suspensions
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party is threatening legal action against Speaker of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature, Nontembeko Boyce over the suspension of its members. The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) is threatening legal action against Speaker of the KwaZulu-Natal Legislature, Nontembeko Boyce over the suspension of its members. Boyce suspended 36 Members of the Provincial Legislature (MPLs) over…
