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The death toll from the devastating floods in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape has climbed to 88, with rescue teams still searching for missing persons in the hardest-hit areas. The disaster, triggered by an extreme cold front, has left entire communities displaced and in desperate need of aid. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and National Commissioner […]

A 31-year-old Mozambican national has been arrested for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, as well as trespassing, following a confrontation with rangers in the Satara area of the Kruger National Park. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, 14 June 2025, at approximately 00:45. According to reports, rangers on patrol near

KIMBERLEY – The Tsineng Police have launched a murder investigation following a fatal shooting incident between Ganap and Laxey Village in the early hours of Saturday, 14 June 2025. According to reports, approximately six suspects attempted to break into a local tuck shop around 04:20. A group of community members confronted them, prompting the suspects

A former National Lotteries Commission official will not be allowed to access his pension. Sanele Dlamini was found guilty of gross misconduct for approving a R3-million grant without proper oversight The Special Tribunal froze his pension fund pending the outcome of the Special Investigating Unit’s bid to recover the money. Dlamini signed off on payments

Frustrated residents of Eldorado Park have declared “enough is enough,” criticizing government interventions as ineffective “talk shops” that fail to address the community’s deep-rooted issues, including unemployment, substance abuse, and gang violence. At a recent community engagement, youth and parents voiced their struggles, pleading for consistent and meaningful action from authorities. A young boy highlighted

Rebuilding efforts are underway in Silvertown informal settlement after a devastating shack fire displaced 140 people last weekend. The blaze has reignited frustrations over the delayed Silvertown Emergency Housing Project, initially promised following a 2018 fire that left 340 families homeless. Despite a 2023 deadline for the first phase, no houses have been built, leaving

Volkswagen South Africa has issued a safety recall for more than 140 vehicles due to a potentially deadly airbag defect linked to faulty Takata airbags. The recall affects certain Polo and Tiguan models, but motoring experts warn that the issue may extend to more vehicles than officially reported. The Airbag Defect Explained Motoring expert Pogiso

The National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) has pledged ongoing humanitarian support for residents of Mthatha and surrounding areas in the Eastern Cape, where devastating floods have claimed at least 86 lives. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu confirmed the death toll, with recovery teams still searching for more victims. Recovery Operations Underway Dr. Elias Sithole, head of

The National Treasury has expressed confidence that South Africa will soon be removed from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing measures. South Africa was placed on the FATF’s greylist in February 2023 after the global financial crime watchdog

Frustrated residents of Protea North in Soweto are demanding answers after enduring six days without electricity, with no clear explanation from authorities. The community has been protesting and seeking clarity from power utility companies Eskom and City Power, but their efforts have so far been met with silence. Residents say they were initially told the