Heartfelt tributes delivered at funeral service for Vaal learners
The caskets and pictures of two of three learners who were laid to rest in…
WEF to resume hosting its Africa Summit in SA next year
2026 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. The World Economic Forum (WEF) will resume hosting its Africa Summit in South Africa next year in April. This after a seven-year-long absence. Briefing the media following South Africa’s participation in the forum in Davos this week, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says the event will further bolster…
Heartfelt tributes delivered at funeral service for Vaal learners
The caskets and pictures of two of three learners who were laid to rest in the Vaal on 25 January 2026 after losing their lives in a scholar transport car crash. Families of the learners, who died in the Vanderbijlpark crash, have delivered a heartfelt tribute at a joint funeral service held at Sebokeng in…
Millions required to fix flood-ravaged Kruger National Park
Officials continue to assess the flood-damaged infrastructure. The South African National Parks says millions of Rands will be required to repair flood-damaged infrastructure in the Kruger National Park. Several camps, roads and bridges within the park in Mpumalanga and Limpopo have been severely affected by the recent floods. Some parts of the park including Skukuza…
Ramaphosa urges ANC to end political interference in municipalities
President Cyril Ramaphosa at the ANC’s 114th anniversary celebrations The African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa says the party must make an effort to eradicate political interference within the country’s municipalities. Ramaphosa cited the findings of the Auditor General on the challenges facing Local Government, on the first day of the ANC National Executive…
Nelson Mandela Bay residents enter day three without power, water
A closed water tap. The situation is getting dire at the Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape as residents enter day three without electricity which also impacted water supply. Large parts of areas in Gqeberha have been plunged into darkness following the collapse of electricity towers on Thursday. Businesses have been closed, residents and…
Malema firearm case may affect EFF party support: Analyst
EFF Leader Julius Malema is seen with the party’s leadership and party supporters in the Eastern Cape on 23 January 2026. Political analyst, Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast, says the firearm related case of Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, may have a detrimental effect on the party’s support. On Friday, Malema appeared in the East…
Guardiola leaves Haaland out of Man City starting lineup vs Wolves
Manchester City’s Erling Haaland reacts after a match. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola left the league’s leading scorer Erling Haaland out of his starting lineup at home to bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, after recently saying his prized striker was “exhausted.” After the Norwegian’s blistering start to the season, with 39 goals in 36…
Over 800 suspects nabbed in N Cape Operation Shanela sting
Police search a vehicle during an Operation Shanela sting in the Northern Cape. Over 800 suspects have been arrested in the Northern Cape for various criminal offences during the week-long Operation Shanela. The operation resulted in the confiscation of alcohol, dangerous weapons and drugs. Provincial police spokesperson Thabo Litabe says compliance inspections were conducted at informal businesses…
KZN wildlife issues warning after two drown reaching hippo carcass
Picture depicting a drowning. Wildlife authorities in KwaZulu-Natal have warned communities not to risk their lives to get access to animal carcasses. Two people drowned in the Monzi area after community members tried to reach a carcass of a hippo which was found ensnared in the Umfolozi river. Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife says they were alerted…
Ramaphosa condemns violent murders in SA over the past few days
Police crime scene tape wrapped around a tree. President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned violent murders that took place across the country in the past few days. At least 26 people were killed in incidents of violence on the Cape Flats in Cape Town since last Friday. On Tuesday, two people were fatally shot outside the…
