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Cape snoek: A staple fish facing genetic vulnerability and declining catches

OWN Correspondent|Published

After years of stable catches, snoek is now more vulnerable than it appears. Declining catches have put pressure on local fishers and opened the door to imports from New Zealand.

'Dead husband will fetch me': Smit waits for Valkenberg bed

Chevon Booysen|Published

Zurenah Smit, who is yet to be further cross-examined by the State about the events that led up to and followed the shooting murder of her husband, will remain in ...

DTIC defends BEE as global backlash grows

Manyane Manyane|Published

Trade and Industry Ministry spokesperson, Kaamil Alli, said the attack is a result of global opposition to affirmative action, driven by opponents of “redress”, ...

Trump wont rule out sending US troops into Iran

AFP|Published

US President Donald Trump said at the White House he had taken the " last, best chance" to stop Iran's alleged nuclear bomb programme and " eliminate the intolerable ...

IPID report on Phala Phala scandal unsealed but still inaccessible

Manyane Manyane|Published

Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, responding to a written question from the African Transformation Movement, revealed that the report status was lifted on ...

SANDF deployment not the solution to country's alarming murder rate - Maimane

Theolin Tembo|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced that R1 billion each will be allocated to the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the SANDF to fight organised crime ...

Airport robbery syndicate: Alleged serial robber caught after targeting police

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Police believe they have broken the back of a syndicate involved in airport robberies following the arrest of a suspect.

Correctional Services insists Thabo Bester prison move lawful

Zelda Venter|Published

Thabo Bester's transfer to the eBongweni Supermax Prison has raised legal questions about the process and security measures involved.

“No-name law” for sexual offence suspects comes under judicial scrutiny

Zelda Venter|Published

The Western Cape High Court will hear a constitutional challenge to South Africa's no-name rule for sexual offence suspects, as activist Caroline Peters argues for ...

Concerns rise as Cape Town dam levels drop to 55%

Theolin Tembo|Published

With Stellenbosch Municipality implementing Level 2 Water Restrictions from 1 March 2026, Cape Town residents are urged to conserve water to avoid similar measures. ...

Search operations underway for five missing crew after tug vessel sinks near Mossel Bay

Staff Reporter|Published

Of the 18 crew members who were aboard the tug LEO, 13 crew have been accounted for, consisting of 12 survivors, and one presumed deceased.

DIRCO in communication with stranded South Africans in Gulf nations

Manyane Manyane|Published

South Africa and other countries across the world have cancelled international flights due to massive airspace closures in the Middle East, saying this was to ensure ...

Iran declares 'no limit' on self-defense amid US-Israel bombardments

AFP|Published

The US military on Sunday said three service members have been killed and five seriously wounded in the operation against Iran - the first casualties of any kind ...

Paul O'Sullivan's abrupt exit from Parliament prompts EFF to take legal action

Theolin Tembo|Published

The EFF says parliament cannot function effectively if witnesses are permitted to take an oath; answer selectively; and then abandon proceedings at will.

Political analysts question Patrice Motsepe's ANC presidential ambitions

Manyane Manyane|Published

Political analysts are demanding evidence of Patrice Motsepe's capability to lead the ANC and South Africa, following the launch of his presidential campaign website. ...

New leadership on the horizon: Geordin Hill-Lewis and Solly Msimanga's bid for the DA

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says his campaign will focus on expanding the DA's reach and building trust among voters who have never supported the party before. ...

Mother's R500k damages claim fails after burying the wrong baby

Zelda Venter|Published

After a devastating mix-up at a North West Province hospital, a mother lodged a R500,000 damages claim after unknowingly burying the wrong baby.

Mandatory legislative review phase underway following Good Hope Centre auction

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Amid public outcry, the City of Cape Town confirms bids received for the iconic Good Hope Centre and other municipal properties.

Declining childhood immunisation linked to rising measles and diphtheria cases

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is closely monitoring meningococcal meningitis cases, with 11 confirmed cases and one death reported.

Five SASSA employees dismissed over R260 million fraud scandal

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The dismissals follow internal disciplinary proceedings instituted after eight officials stationed at the Johannesburg office were arrested and charged with fraud-related ...