A joint operation by SAPS members and Flagstaff Police led to the arrest of two men and the seizure of multiple firearms in Mtontsasa on Friday morning. The arrests occurred at Buthulo locality in the Upper Hlabathi Administrative Area. A 56-year-old suspect was found in possession of three shotguns and two 9mm pistols, all of […]
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The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved electricity tariff increases of 8.76% for Eskom’s direct customers, effective from 1 April 2026 until 31 March 2027, and 9.01% for municipal users, effective from 1 July 2026 until 30 June 2027. These hikes come amid warnings from civil society that the rises are exacerbating
Police have launched an inquest after two young sisters, aged three and five, perished in a house fire at Tjatjaneng Village in Ga-Mothapo, outside Polokwane, on Saturday afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 15:30 on 14 March 2026. According to preliminary police reports, the grandmother of the children had left the residence around 14:00 to
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South Africa’s Road Freight Association CEO Gavin Kelly has called for the revival and expansion of Sasol’s coal-to-liquids production to shield the country from escalating fuel prices triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East involving Iran. In a recent interview, Kelly highlighted South Africa’s heavy reliance on imported crude oil and refined petroleum
Members of the Provincial Anti-Gang Unit arrested two suspects and seized counterfeit liquor valued at an estimated R105,000 during an operation on Saturday. According to police, the incident occurred at approximately 15:00 on 14 March 2026. Authorities acted on intelligence regarding a Toyota Hilux traveling from Queenstown toward Bloemfontein along the N6. The vehicle was
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Police in Mpumalanga are investigating a double murder after a husband and wife were fatally shot in their home near Hazyview. The victims have been identified as a couple aged 45 and aged 35, who were partners living together. The incident occurred at approximately midnight inside their residence, where the couple was with their three
A coordinated intelligence-driven operation by the Frances Baard District Illicit Mining Task Team resulted in the seizure of dagga valued at over R136,000 and the arrest of a 37-year-old suspect on Saturday. Members of the task team acted on intelligence regarding the alleged sale of drugs at a premises in John Daka Phase One, Galeshewe,
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Durban residents are facing water disruptions following damage to a critical valve at Nagle Dam, prompting the eThekwini Municipality to collaborate with uMngeni-uThukela Water on an emergency rationing plan to preserve remaining water volumes. The incident occurred on or about March 11, 2026, during routine maintenance on Aqueduct 3, which transfers raw water from Nagle
On Friday, 13 March 2026, members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Vryheid arrested a 55-year-old man for the unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition. Police conducted an intelligence-driven operation at the Bhekuzulu township following a tip-off regarding an individual in possession of unlicensed weapons. During the operation, authorities recovered an assault rifle
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Police in Mpumalanga are actively investigating a series of break-ins that targeted three primary schools near Hazyview over the weekend. Unknown suspects forcefully entered the premises on Friday night, stealing computers and food items with a combined value exceeding R3 million. The incidents affected Bambanani Primary School, Endlunkulu Primary School, and Mdzimba Primary School in