'Cocaine banker' in new bail bid

Kim Swartz|Published

Raed Cupido makes his third bail application as he faces serious drug and firearm charges.

Police now probing Plattekloof assault

Kim Swartz|Published

SAPS said the violent conduct displayed in the video by the security personnel involved is viewed in a serious light.

Community action leads to arrest of robbers targeting EMS workers

Marsha Dean|Published

Robbers targeted EMS personnel while they were loading an elderly patient into an ambulance in Bluegum Avenue, Bonteheuwel.

DA councillor hauled to Equality Court over 'hate speech'

Lilita Gcwabe|Updated

DA Cederberg councillor Dr John Hayes had posted a video of monkeys interacting with a car, accompanied by remarks comparing the footage to the behaviour of protesters. ...

ConCourt set to deliver long-awaited Phala Phala judgment

Simon Majadibodu|Published

According to Chief Registrar Simoné-Lanique Tjamela, the court's judgment is expected to be delivered within a month, marking a pivotal moment in an ongoing saga ...

Malmesbury court sentences rapists to six life terms for brutal attack on woman

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

In arguments in aggravation of sentence, the State told the court that the accused’s efforts to undermine the victim’s character are a lack of remorse and a failure ...

Nabilah Diedericks: Driving community transformation through sport

OWN Correspondent|Published

Nabilah Diedericks has built an organisation that goes beyond swimming, using sport as a vehicle to create access, opportunity, and long-term social impact.

SA receives first batch of new HIV prevention medicine Lenacapavir

Wendy Dondolo|Published

The medicine, a six-monthly injectable, is part of the country’s integrated and people-centred HIV prevention strategy, aimed at reducing new infections and sustaining ...

SPCA investigates shocking dog cruelty incident in Philippi

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

The Cape of Good Hope SPCA is urgently appealing to the public for assistance following a shocking case of dog cruelty in Philippi. The organisation seeks information ...

Community mourns Pretoria learner Zané de Jager after camping tragedy

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

It is unclear at this stage what caused the teenager’s death while attending the Voortrekker and Pioneers programme. Calls have since been made for a full-scale ...

Probe launched into airstairs vehicle and FlySafair boeing collision

Theolin Tembo|Published

The incident follows other issues reported at the airport, including power supply and water supply disruptions.

Private security suspended after viral assault video

Kim Swartz|Published

A shocking video of private security officers beating a man in Cape Town has sparked outrage, prompting an investigation by the security company involved.

Faro distances TMPD from Nkosi

Kamogelo Moichela and Simon Majadibodu|Published

Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD), Chief Yolande Faro, made it clear before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday that Sergeant Fannie Nkosi was never authorised ...

CPUT accreditation crisis deepens

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

The SADTC revealed that previously approved laboratories were shut down last year, while interim facilities used by the university were not authorised.

Joburg's power cuts: Government departments face the consequences of R1.3bn debt

Karabo Ngoepe|Published

Facing a staggering R1.3 billion in unpaid municipal debt, Joburg's Mayor Dada Morero enforces power cuts to government departments.

Cape Flats unconvinced by SANDF deployment

Theolin Tembo|Published

While the community welcomes the SANDF's deployment on the Cape Flats, concerns linger about its effectiveness in curbing violence and gang activity.

New regulations to support pregnant learners in SA schools out for public comment

Thami Magubane|Published

The Department of Basic Education has proposed new draft regulations aimed at supporting pregnant learners in South African schools, ensuring their right to education ...

ANC committed to SA sovereignty amid US pressure - Mbalula

Manyane Manyane|Published

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula declares the party's unwavering commitment to South African sovereignty despite escalating pressure from the US.

Bitou deputy mayor charged after gun incident at homecoming celebration

Masabata Mkwananzi|Published

The National Prosecuting Authority has charged Bitou Deputy Mayor Nokuzola Kolwapi after a December 2025 video showed her firing a 9 mm firearm during her son’s ...