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Urgent appeal for information after police shooting

Staff Reporter|Published

The Public Servants Association has condemned a recent attack on police officers in Eastern Cape, calling for urgent action from the provincial commissioner amid rising violence against law enforcement in South Africa.

Advertising Regulator finds KWIKSPAR free data ad 'ambiguous at best'

Zelda Venter|Published

The Advertising Regulatory Board has ruled that a KWIKSPAR advertisement promoting free mobile data is misleading as it failed to clarify that the offer is limited ...

Gang violence escalates in weekend of shootings and stabbings on Cape Flats

Kim Swartz|Published

A weekend of violence in Cape Flats has left multiple people dead and several others injured in a series of gang-related shootings and stabbings, prompting police ...

Daring rescue operation saves stranded hikers on Devil’s Peak

Theolin Tembo|Published

WSAR was called into action after two hikers were reported stranded on cliffs above the contour path on Devil’s Peak, part of the Table Mountain range.

Douglas Shaw's suspension looming as class action against major banks faces delays

Zelda Venter|Published

Amidst delays in a R60 billion class action against major banks, the Legal Practice Council is set to seek the suspension of lawyer Douglas Shaw for appearing in ...

Minister Malatsi forced to withdraw AI policy after fabricated sources found

Theolin Tembo|Updated

Minister Solly Malatsi faces criticism after withdrawing South Africa's draft AI policy due to fabricated sources in its reference list.

Struggle for economic freedom continues

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The country marked Freedom Day on Monday, honoring the sacrifices made to end apartheid while reflecting on the challenges that remain.

SAHRC vows to pursue redress for human rights violations following ConCourt ruling

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

The commission emphasised that its findings and recommendations continue to carry significant weight and should be respected, given serious consideration, and implemented ...

Labour Court affirms dismissal of health worker for prolonged absence, disrespectful emails

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

One of the most serious findings against the worker was that he had attempted to mislead the arbitrator by relying on documents that were found to be unauthentic. ...

Operation Prosper: Delft man arrested with grenade and firearms

Staff Reporter|Published

According to police spokesperson FC van Wyk, two firearms, ammunition and a M26 hand grenade were found buried at a burnt-out shack.

SACP's Solly Mapaila rejects ANC's 'ultimatum' ahead of 2026 elections

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The South African Communist Party has rejected the ANC’s directive requiring members with dual membership to choose sides ahead of the 2026 local government elections, ...

Geordin Hill-Lewis defends DA salary 'top-ups' for senior officials

Theolin Tembo|Published

Geordin Hill-Lewis, the newly elected leader of the Democratic Alliance, addresses concerns over financial 'top-ups' for senior officials, asserting that it is an ...

Batohi letter opting out of further testimony 'disrespectful'

Zelda Venter|Published

Evidence leader David Mohlamonyane responded that the letter is of no value, and it should be ignored, apart from the fact that Batohi made it clear she is not coming ...

Opposition flags SAPS leadership instability

Thami Magubane|Published

Opposition parties have raised concerns about the growing trend of key positions in the security cluster being filled on an acting basis.

Life sentences highlight devastating consequences of road rage violence

Chevon Booysen|Published

Victim impact statements presented to the court detailed the profound psychological trauma and emotional suffering endured by the families of the deceased, as well ...

Firearms in Faisal ul Rehman killing legally licensed

Brandon Nel|Published

Rehman, 48, was killed on Sunday afternoon after a minor collision between two vehicles on Barry Hertzog Avenue escalated into a physical fight between the two drivers. ...

SAHRC cannot issue binding directives, ConCourt rules

Zelda Venter|Published

Judge Nicholls pointed out that the SAHRC Act is silent on what follows if a party fails to comply, reinforcing the view that the SAHRC’s authority is supervisory ...

Police investigate shooting of bread delivery driver in Kraaifontein

Sibulele Kasa|Published

The incident follows a similar case in Khayelitsha last Friday, when two spaza shop workers were shot dead in an ambush as they unloaded a bread delivery truck.

Senzo Mchunu awaits ANC's decision on his political comeback

Willem Phungula|Published

Suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is still waiting for the ANC's national leadership to decide when he can resume his duties, following his recent public appearance ...

Top Bitou officials in firearm storm

Ntsikelelo Qoyo|Published

Following public outrage over a video showing Speaker Mavis Busakwe brandishing a firearm, the Bitou Municipality council is set to investigate potential violations ...