One of the firearms recovered by police in this extortion case. Three suspects have been arrested in connection with an extortion group that has been terrorising community members in Mfuleni on the Cape Flats. Western Cape Police spokesperson, FC van Wyk says the arrests follow an intelligence-led operation on Friday. Van Wyk says the group…
The owner of a rehabilitation centre at Spitskop village outside Polokwane, Limpopo has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 22-year-old patient. This brings to six the number of suspects arrested. Police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba says the suspects allegedly assaulted five patients who had escaped from the centre resulting in the death of…
Police in KwaZulu-Natal say they are searching for suspects after the burnt bodies of four people were found in two cars at Inanda Dam. Police say they responded to the scene in the Umatata area in Inanda on Saturday where two burnt-out vehicles were found. Police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda says upon arrival at the scene,…
The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) has raised concerns about escalating unemployment in the country. The party’s youth league Treasurer General Zwelo Masilela delivered their message of support at the Mpumalanga ANC Women’s League conference in Middelburg yesterday. Masilela also highlighted nepotism as one of the serious problems that need to be tackled. Masilela…
A flooded river stream. Johannesburg Emergency Services have urged residents to avoid river streams used for baptisms and cleansing rituals, as heavy rains continue across the province. The South African Weather Services (SAWS) upgraded its Orange level 5 warning to Level 9 for heavy downpours. The rain is expected to cause localised flooding in parts…
ANC top leadership at the ordinary sitting of the NEC in Germiston on the East Rand on August 1, 2025. The Democratic Alliance’s (DA) call to replace the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) has not made it onto the agenda at the three day African National Congress (ANC) National Executive Council (NEC) in Germiston,…
Heavy downpours. Farmers in South Africa’s summer rainfall areas are getting ready for another season of above average rainfall. This follows heavy rainfall during the previous season, when many farmers were severely affected in terms of the quality of their grain and livestock diseases. Farmers and other agricultural role players in the North West province…
South Africa’s Siya Kolisi celebrates after the match. France v South Africa – Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France – November 8, 2025 South African flanker Siya Kolisi thoroughly enjoyed his Saturday in Turin, Italy as he captained his side to a win over Italy, then delighted tennis fans at the ATP Finals by dancing in…
The South African Weather Service has upgraded its Orange level five warning for heavy downpours today. The rains could lead to localised flooding in some parts of Gauteng and Mpumalanga, to an orange Level 9 warning. The level five remains in place for the Free State, North West, and KwaZulu-Natal. Weather Forecaster Lehlohonolo Thobela is…
Franklin Sonn, former South African ambassador to the United States, has passed away at the age of 86. In a statement, President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of educator, diplomat and business leader Dr. Franklin Sonn who contributed significantly to different sectors of society and the economy. Franklin Sonn, former…
