LIVE | Albert Mazibuko Funeral Service
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|
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Melvyn Matthews, “Mr Weekend Special” to be laid to rest in Gqebherha
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,…
Oil prices plummet following reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Barrels of oil. Oil prices have plummeted by over 10% following news that the Strait of Hormuz has been reopened to commercial traffic by Iran. Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, posted on the platform X that the Strait is now completely open for all commercial vessels. Brent Crude oil prices, which had been trading at…
Bail hearing in Limpopo insurance killings postponed to 12 May
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…
LIVE | Tongaat Hulett application for provisional liquidation
The Durban High Court hears an application for the provisional liquidation of sugar giant, Tongaat Hulett. Live stream below:
Chiefs cruise past Magesi to extend winning streak
Wandile Duba of Kaizer Chiefs celebrates his goal with teammates during the Betway Premiership match. Kaizer Chiefs continued their strong late-season surge in the Betway Premiership with a commanding 4-1 victory over Magesi FC at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Wednesday night, stretching their winning run to five matches. The Soweto giants delivered a…
Rising public debt is limiting governments’ ability to spend: IMF
International Monetary Fund (IMF), Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva has warned that rising public debt is limiting governments’ ability to spend and respond to economic challenges. She says leaders must remain focused on major global pressures, including political tensions, trade issues, and rapid technological change. Her…
Three dead, three others wounded after shooting in Rabie Ridge
Three people have been shot dead and three others wounded, including a police officer, during an alleged domestic dispute in Rabie Ridge, north of Johannesburg, on Friday morning. Police say an argument between a man and his girlfriend turned violent, resulting in multiple fatal shootings inside a house. Officers responding to the scene also came…
Steenhuisen announces early success in FMD vaccination campaign
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen has announced encouraging early results in South Africa’s fight against Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), with the national vaccination campaign showing clear signs of success. The Minister says more than 2 million animals have been vaccinated between February and 26 March 2026, with no new infections recorded in already vaccinated herds. Although…
Mugabe, co-accused seek for suspended sentence
Bellarmine Mugabe and Tobias Matonhodze appear at the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court The legal team of attempted murder accused Bellarmine Mugabe and his co-accused, Tobias Matonhodze, have asked the Alexandra Regional Court north of Johannesburg, to impose a suspended sentence on the accused. Mugabe and Matonhodze entered into a plea agreement with the state. Mugabe pleaded…