South Africa

The search for several people reported missing after severe weather struck parts of KwaZulu-Natal on Sunday night has ended in tragedy, with the confirmed recovery of four bodies. Authorities have announced that the operation for one remaining individual is now a recovery mission. Senzelwe Mzila, spokesperson for the provincial Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional […]

The African National Congress (ANC) in the Victor Molosi Region has initiated decisive disciplinary and criminal action against Bitou Municipality Deputy Mayor, Councillor Nokuzola “Noksi” Kolwapi, following the circulation of a video that allegedly shows her discharging a firearm at a private celebration. The footage, which spread rapidly across social media platforms, purportedly depicts the

Emergency teams are currently standing by at the swollen Hennops River, awaiting a break in dangerous conditions to search for two missing persons following a weekend of destructive rainfall across the city. The operation comes as Tshwane grapples with widespread damage to roads and infrastructure and confirms at least one storm-related fatality. The search was

Police in the Mopani District are investigating a murder after a woman was fatally stabbed in Mapuve Village on Sunday, 21 December 2025. The suspect fled the scene but left a mobile phone behind. A manhunt has been launched. Police investigations are ongoing.     Source

Mahwelereng police have arrested a 28-year-old male suspect for the murder of a 39-year-old man. The fatal stabbing occurred on Saturday, 20 December 2025, at a tavern in Khalanyoni Section, Sekgakgapeng Village, Waterberg District. The suspect is expected to appear before the Mokerong Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 22 December 2025, facing a charge of murder.

The Gauteng Provincial Government welcomes the swift arrest of two suspects in connection with the senseless and cruel murder of DJ Warras. According to police reports, they apprehended the suspects at Morafe Hostel and are currently in custody. Preliminary investigations suggest DJ Warras was murdered for his work in restoring order to Johannesburg CBD’s lawless,

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) remains steadfast in our commitment to ensuring the safety of all road users within the City of Johannesburg. As the holiday season reaches its peak, our officers have intensified law enforcement operations to curb the scourge of driving under the influence of alcohol. Between 15th December 2025 and 21st

FOUR PAWS urges communities to protect pets and wildlife by ditching fireworks and embracing safer celebrations.  Cape Town, 22 December 2025 — As South Africans prepare to welcome the New Year, global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS calls on communities to say NO to fireworks and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of animals. Fireworks may

Police arrested a suspect for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition at a liquor outlet in Ga-Motodi Village on Sunday. The arrest occurred at approximately 17:30. Members of the Tubatse Detective Unit’s Tracing Team, acting on intelligence about a person displaying a firearm at the outlet, located the suspect at the scene. After police

The Mphephu Police are investigating a murder case following the discovery of a woman’s body in Mudimeli Village on Sunday, 21 December 2025, at approximately 08:00. Police and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene at the aunt’s residence of the deceased, where they found the 42-year-old victim lying on the ground. She had sustained