Ex-DA member backs 'credible' Dion George in bitter public spat with DA

Manyane Manyane|Published

Dion George announced his immediate resignation from the DA and his seat in Parliament on January 15, describing his situation in the party as “intolerable”, stating that he was being “pushed out”.

Cape Flats youth team makes history with Cape2Rio yacht race victory

Staff Reporter|Published

The Alexforbes Angel Wings team—comprising young sailors from the Cape Flats—has overcome significant challenges to claim first place on handicap in the 2025 Cape2Rio ...

Greenland not up for negotiation - EU boss tells WEF

Siphelele Dludla|Published

Greenland’s strategic importance has grown sharply as climate change opens Arctic shipping routes, increases access to critical minerals and intensifies great-power ...

'Old CV', 'inappropriate gestures haunt former Ipid boss in Parliament

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Proceedings got off to a bumpy start when former Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) head Robert McBride initially did not disclose his current employment ...

Rescued lions safely relocated to Free State sanctuary after devastating Western Cape fires

Lisa Isaacs|Published

After devastating fires forced the evacuation of Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary, five lions have safely completed an exhausting 18-hour journey to Lionsrock Sanctuary ...

R20 million emergency funding to tackle Knysna's water crisis as Day Zero looms

Staff Reporter|Published

DWS has also provided funding to Knysna Municipality for feasibility studies for a new small local dam to meet its longer-term needs.

Driver in deadly scholar transport crash to have his day in court

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Gauteng police spokesperson Lt Colonel Mavela Masondo said the driver was arrested after being discharged from the hospital.

Abusive husband forfeits all marital assets in divorce case

Zelda Venter|Published

A landmark ruling by the Gauteng High Court sees an abusive husband stripped of all marital assets, including the family home, after years of violence against his ...

Incomplete victim consultations delay Milnerton High assault case

Lilita Gcwabe|Published

Most of the six boys who appeared in court are matriculants this year. Accused number four is currently suspended from Milnerton High School following a recommendation ...

Living in fear: Marikana residents speak after deadly tavern shooting

Phiri Cawe|Published

Marikana is among the areas experiencing a surge in gun violence crime driven by the rise in extortion gangs who demand a ‘protection fee’ from local businesses. ...

Hawks investigate killing of off-duty police officer in Philippi

Staff Reporter|Published

The Hawks have taken over the investigation into the killing of an off-duty police officer in Brown's Farm, Philippi. The 48-year-old officer was shot in the upper ...

Family of missing Ekurhuleni MMC asks for prayers as search and rescue efforts continue

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Ekurhuleni MMC for Roads and Transport, Andile Mngwevu was part of an official delegation visiting Mozambique when severe flooding struck the area. According to ...

NFP internal power struggles far from over

Willem Phungula|Published

Shevu Mkhabela, the NFP's national chairperson and mayor of eDumbe, is under pressure to explain his recent media briefing that contradicted the party's national ...

Suspected arsonist caught on CCTV setting fire to M5 vegetation

Staff Reporter|Published

Just after midnight on Saturday, the City’s Traffic Communications Centre, in conjunction with the Freeway Management System (FMS) cameras, identified a person setting ...

Dion George hits back at Helen Zille, accuses DA of 'smear campaign'

Manyane Manyane|Published

DA federal council chairperson Helen Zille said the allegations faced by George included irregular staff appointments to his ministerial office and inflated salaries ...

Deaths of 13 learners sparks renewed calls to tighten scholar transport regulations

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

According to preliminary reports, the driver of the school transport allegedly attempted to overtake about four vehicles before crossing into the oncoming lane and ...

Regulator sinks MSC Cruises 'R1 promotional offer'

Zelda Venter|Published

MSC Cruises' R1 promotional offer has sparked controversy following a consumer complaint regarding misleading pricing.

Baby shower Facebook post leads to pension forfeiture in divorce case

Zelda Venter|Published

The man asked the court to order the forfeiture of his wife's portion of his pension payout on divorce after it emerged that the wife had another child—her third—with ...

Minister hails 94% pass rate for prisoners

Staff Reporter|Published

Usethubeni Youth School at Westville Correctional Centre in KwaZulu-Natal produced the highest number of distinctions with 58, followed closely by Baviaanspoort ...

School safety 'non-negotiable': Minister tackles bullying and GBV in schools

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Addressing issues like violence and bullying requires strong leadership and collaboration among parents, learners, community leaders, law enforcement, and social ...