N3 crash injures one, causes traffic disruptions

A multi-vehicle crash near the Tugela Plaza on the N3 in KwaZulu-Natal. One person has been seriously injured in a multi-vehicle crash near the Tugela Plaza on the N3 in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday morning. The crash involved a bus carrying 53 passengers, two trucks and other vehicles. Road Traffic Inspectorate spokesperson Sindi Msimang says eyewitnesses…

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SARS tops R2 trillion revenue milestone for first time

People queuing at a SARS office The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has exceeded R2 trillion in revenue collections for the first time in its history. Media Release: SARS crosses historic R2 Trillion mark in Net Revenue Collection in our democracy … pic.twitter.com/gWp2vztREx — SA Revenue Service (@sarstax) April 1, 2026 Presenting the revenue results…

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Proteas Women eye series win as second ODI looms in Wellington

The South African Women’s Cricket Team (Proteas Women) play against New Zealand in the five-match T20 International series against New Zealand in Hamilton on March 17, 2026. South Africa’s national Women’s cricket team will be aiming for a series win when they face New Zealand in the second One-Day International at the Basin Reserve in…

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SAPS suspends captain linked to protection security services graft

SAPS logo at a police station. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has suspended a captain attached to the Protection Security Services after reportedly defrauding the service of millions of rands. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe says the suspension follows an internal investigation that uncovered discrepancies and suspicious transactions within the Protection Security Services’ division….

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SANTACO calls for commuter talks as taxi fare hike looms

FILE | Taxis at a rank Taxi operators have not yet announced any fare increases. However, the South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has urged taxi associations to engage with commuters on the issue. This follows the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Department’s announcement of steep increases in the price of fuel. Petrol prices increased by…

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IEC unveils Local Government Elections logo

New local government election logo. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has unveiled its local government election logo at the Gallagher Estate in Midrand, Johannesburg, this morning. The logo reveal comes ahead of the local government elections, which are expected to take place later this year. The first voter registration weekend will take place in June….

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Report reveals rising costs outpacing household income

Shoppers look for items as they shop at an outlet of retailer Checkers in Sandton City mall, in Sandton, South Africa, August 28, 2024. The latest cost of living report by the Competition Commission paints a worrying picture of South African households. The second edition of the report highlights how rising food, electricity and transport…

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Durban businessman retracts statements made against Mkhwanazi

KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi appears before the Ad Hoc Committee. Durban businessman Calvin Mathibeli has complied with a Durban High Court order to retract derogatory statements he made against KwaZulu-Natal Police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. [LISTEN] Businessman, Calvin Mathibeli raided following order to retract statements alleging corruption by KZN Provincial Police Commissioner 🔗https://t.co/UK3LGMdBn3#FirstTakeSA #SABCNews pic.twitter.com/MiwmcRVhp3 —…

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