More woes for lawyer in R60bn lawsuit against banks

Zelda Venter|Published

In a significant legal battle, homeowners affected by foreclosure unite behind lawyer Douglas Shaw as he faces challenges in the Gauteng High Court.

Two South Africans recruited for Russia war killed

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Authorities allege that 17 men, mostly aged between 20 and 39, including 16 from KwaZulu-Natal and one from the Eastern Cape, were sent to Russia in July 2025 after ...

'Battle over Good Hope Centre far from over'

Theolin Tembo|Published

Despite protests, the Good Hope Centre was auctioned for R135 million, prompting the ANC to pursue a possible intergovernmental dispute with the City of Cape Town. ...

How Treasury intends curbing public sector graft

Loyiso Sidimba|Published

National Treasury Director-General Dr Duncan Pieterse has announced new procurement guidelines aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability across government ...

Prison social worker nabbed for sneaking phones and dagga into Porterville jail

Kim Swartz|Published

During a security search, a number of prohibited items, including dagga and cellphones, were discovered in her possession.

R100 000 reward for information on Atlantis murders

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Following the tragic murders of businessman Eugene Titus and a Grade 8 learner in Atlantis, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced a R100,000 reward for ...

Paul O’Sullivan abruptly exits Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee hearing amid heated exchanges

Theolin Tembo|Published

Paul O’Sullivan's testimony at Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee came to an abrupt end as he walked out following heated exchanges.

Public warned against consuming washed-up rock lobsters along the West Coast

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Red tide conditions along Elands Bay have resulted in large marine walkouts and mortalities, including significant numbers of West Coast rock lobster and other fish ...

NPA accused of 'tick box' exercise in Nokuthula Simelane case

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Nokuthula Simelane, an ANC activist, disappeared after being abducted and tortured by members of the Security Branch of the South African Police (SAP) in 1983.

'Overwhelmed' lawyer in R60 billion lawsuit against banks now barred from proceedings

Zelda Venter|Published

Douglas Shaw, who has been driving the case for the past six years against the country’s major banks, was given until Wednesday to produce a Fidelity Fund Certificate ...

R26bn allocated towards HIV/AIDS, research amid US cuts

Theolin Tembo|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana revealed a significant R26 billion allocation to enhance HIV/AIDS programmes, alongside R410 million redirected to sustain vital ...

Tax increases off the table for now

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana on Wednesday said South Africa has turned the point in the management of its public finances since the outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic ...

Net closes on more than 4000 " ghost workers" getting salaries in public sector

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

The National Treasury says more than 4000 potential “ghost workers” have been uncovered in the payroll of the national and provincial departments.

Foot-and-mouth outbreak threatens Western Cape's economic growth, warns Winde

Staff Reporter|Published

As four farms in Mossel Bay test positive for Foot-and-mouth disease, Premier Alan Winde warns of serious economic implications.

Life imprisonment for Eastern Cape man who killed girlfriend after night of drinking

Simon Majadibodu|Published

The Eastern Cape Division of the High Court of South Africa in Makhanda has sentenced Siyabulela Tshemese, 45, to life imprisonment for the murder of his 34-year-old ...

Worcester teacher acquitted of rape after proving traffic fine payment

Chevon Booysen|Published

Emphasis was placed on the complainant's demeanor while giving testimony, overshadowing an analytical engagement with evidence before the court, the Western Cape ...

Manual processing for baggage, international arrivals at Cape Town International Airport after fire

Staff Reporter|Published

To avoid unnecessary congestion at the terminal, all passengers are strongly encouraged to check the ACSA App for real-time updates and contact their airline directly ...

Mediclinic wins first round in renal dialysis service dispute against Life Healthcare

Chevon Booysen|Published

The Competition Tribunal has ruled that Life Healthcare Group will not provide renal dialysis services at five Mediclinic hospitals, amid ongoing investigations ...

Heathfield High Principal’s return stalled by appeal ruling

Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Wesley Neumann's attorney emphasised that the latest ruling does not overturn the earlier finding that Neumann’s dismissal was unfair.