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South Africa’s dairy industry has experienced a less severe than anticipated drop in milk production despite the widespread outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) sweeping across the country, according to Fanie Ferreira, CEO of the Milk Producers Organisation (MPO). In a recent interview, Ferreira noted that while the disease has heavily affected individual dairy animals — […]

A devastating fire has gutted key facilities at Riverlea Secondary School in Johannesburg, marking the second major blaze to hit the institution in just over a year. Emergency services were called to the scene on Tuesday evening after the fire broke out at approximately 6pm. Firefighters, supported by three fire engines and an air truck

A 42-year-old man from Slovo Park, near Phuthaditjhaba in Qwaqwa, has been arrested after handing himself over to police in connection with the alleged murder of his 38-year-old girlfriend from Harankopane Village. Police proceeded to the suspect’s residence to verify the report. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of the woman, who had sustained

A 35-year-old male suspect is scheduled to appear before the Mokopane Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 7 April 2026, after being arrested for possession of an unlicensed fully automatic firearm. The arrest took place on Sunday, 5 April 2026, at approximately 23:00 along the N1 North outside Mokopane. A traffic officer on duty arrested the suspect

Mohlakeng, West Rand – Residents of Mohlakeng on Gauteng’s West Rand took to the streets early on Tuesday, blocking major roads with burning tyres in a strong show of dissatisfaction with police services and the handling of rising crime in the area. The protest, which began around 4am to 5am, saw community members from various

The South African National Civic Organisation (SANCO) in Gauteng has strongly condemned Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s recent cabinet reshuffle, describing it as reckless, arrogant, and politically bankrupt, and labelling it an “own goal” that undermines community voices and alliance partnerships. In a strongly worded statement and subsequent interview, SANCO’s Gauteng provincial chairperson, Abram Mashishi, called on

Young workers in South Africa are increasingly pursuing multiple sources of income as they begin their careers, favouring flexible work arrangements over traditional 9-to-5 jobs and challenging long-standing workplace norms. Interviews conducted on the streets captured a clear preference among the youth for self-employment and entrepreneurship. One young artist explained his choice: “I prefer doing

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has strongly criticised the government’s decision to increase the spending limit for ministerial vehicles from R800,000 to R1.1 million, calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to urgently intervene and reverse the move. In a pointed critique, the federation described the decision as “ill-considered” and highlighted the stark contrast

In a three-day surgery marathon at Pholosong Regional Hospital, a new patient was brought into the operating theater about every hour. By the end, 133 people had their sight restored. Among them was 84-year-old Gladis Hoa. As a bandage on her right eye was peeled off, she reacted with delight and amazement. Hoa had cataract

Detectives are investigating a murder after a 59-year-old man was found fatally shot inside a vehicle near his home in Phahameng. According to police, on Thursday, 2 April at approximately 19:00, officers were called to a shooting incident in the Phahameng location. Upon arrival at the scene, officers observed a white Suzuki Fronx parked near