Prisoners behind bars in an overcrowded jail cell. The Correctional Services Department says overcrowding in prisons is placing an enormous burden on its officials. It says budget cuts are also hampering its officials’ ability to manage and provide services at correctional centres. Officials conducted a raid at the Pollsmoor Correctional Facility on Saturday night. Phones, drugs…
A view of a Durban beach. The mayor of eThekwini Cyril Xaba has expressed his satisfaction with an Easter long weekend that thousands of visitors could enjoy without any major incidents. The metro had an influx of 1,2 million visitors. Xaba visited the Durban beach front to chat with locals and visitors about their experiences….
Deputy President Paul Mashatile seen at the South Africa Investment Conference in Johannesburg, March 2026. Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government is working on various initiatives which will ensure that South Africa “does not collapse” amid rising fuel prices. Mashatile spoke to the media after a Good Friday service at Ellis Park Stadium in Johannesburg…
Fans holding flags. The Stormers have been undone by a persistent Toulon outfit at the Stade Felix Mayol in the South of France, losing 28-27 in the round of 16 of the European Champions Cup. Toulon made better use of their opportunities to outscore the Stormers by 4 tries to 3 and advance to the…
File image of poor visibility for a motorist. The Free State Road Incident Management System has issued a warning to road users to drive carefully on the N6 between Reddersburg and Smithfield because of poor visibility. RIMS chairperson Sipho Towa says heavy rain is being experienced along parts of the road. Towa has advised motorists…
PSV Eindhoven’s Jerdy Schouten scores their first goal PSV Eindhoven captain Jerdy Schouten sustained a cruciate ligament injury in the match against Utrecht that required surgery, his club said on Sunday, ruling the Netherlands midfielder out of the World Cup. Schouten suffered the injury in the second half of Saturday’s 4-3 victory when he twisted…
President Cyril Ramaphosa and Deputy President Paul Mashatile, joined by leaders of the Government of National Unity (GNU), watched and cheered on the Proteas Women in the ICC Women’s World Cup Final on the sidelines of the GNU Leaders’ Retreat in Mogale City. Political analyst Dr. Levy Ndou believes that political parties, who previously rejected…
1. Premier League – Chelsea v Newcastle United – Stamford Bridge, London, Britain – March 14, 2026 Newcastle United’s Nick Woltemade in action with Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez. Enzo Fernandez’s agent Javier Pastore has criticised Chelsea’s decision to ban the midfielder for two games after recent public comments about his future, saying the Argentina international does…
The Johannesburg Zoo. Families who took part in a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt at the Johannesburg Zoo on Sunday say the event afforded them an opportunity to relax and spend quality time with loved ones. Visitors also enjoyed the unique experience of viewing the Big Five animals. Children took part in the exciting Easter egg…
Illustration of two glass and a car key depicting drunk driving. Johannesburg Metro Police say they have arrested 240 motorists for drunk driving since the start of their Easter law enforcement operations. JMPD also says there were three fatalities reported involving pedestrians and a passenger during the Easter long weekend. Over 120 motorists have been…
