Severe weather Free State residents can expect severe thunderstorms for the weekend as a series of cold fronts passes through the province. Weather Forecaster Lungile Makondo says cool conditions with isolated showers and thundershowers mainly over the central and eastern parts of the Free State can be expected on Saturday. Yellow level 2 warning for…
67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day movement hosts a knitting drive The 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day movement say knitting is more than just a hobby but a tool for connection and care. The group is hosting a blanket knitting drive at Steyn City, north of Johannesburg, bringing communities together through creativity and compassion….
Minister Thembi Simelane Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has refuted claims that the proposed Prevention of Illegal Eviction and Unlawful Occupation of Land Amendment Bill promotes homelessness. Civic Movement Abahlali boMjondolo rejected the bill, describing it as anti-poor. The Amendment Bill seeks to criminalise those who incite the unlawful invasion of land and properties. It…
No to bullying signage. Three Limpopo high school learners have been arrested in connection with the alleged bullying of a fellow learner at Ralson Tshinanne Secondary School outside Thohoyandou. Police say the bullying victim attempted suicide at his home and was rescued by his parents. Police add that the victim faced constant bullying and assault…
The funeral service of Albert Mazibuko, Estcourt, KZN, April 18, 2026 Members of the iconic Ladysmith Black Mambazo have described the late Albert Mazibuko as a respectful man and a figure to whom they all looked up to. Sibongiseni Shabalala is among friends and family who are bidding Mazibuko farewell at his funeral service at…
Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Dean Macpherson hands over a forensic laboratory to the SAPS in KwaZulu-Natal. The Ministry of Police says a new forensic laboratory handed over to the police by the Department of Public Works marks a significant milestone in strengthening police capacity. The new facility aims to fast-track forensic analysis to…
Albert Mazibuko’s private burial in Estcourt in KZN, April 18, 2026. The family of Ladysmith Black Mambazo co-founder, Albert Mazibuko, began proceedings with a private burial ceremony on Saturday, followed by the official funeral programme. Mazibuko, who passed away on Easter Sunday after a short illness, is being laid to rest in Estcourt in the…
The funeral service of co-founder of the legendary group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Albert Mazibuko is currently underway in Estcourt in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Livestream|
Late singer and songwriter, Melvyn Matthews. Singer and songwriter, Melvyn Matthews, affectionately known as Mr Weekend Special, will be laid to rest in his hometown in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape on Saturday. He died at the age of 67, surrounded by his family. Matthews became a household name when he co-wrote Brenda Fassie’s hit,…
The accused in the Limpopo insurance killings case seen in the dock during a court appearance. The bail application of eight accused in the insurance-related killings case has been adjourned to mid-May in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court in Limpopo. The accused allegedly killed nine people for insurance payouts. They are linked to a syndicate allegedly…
