SAHRC finds serious student injuries at WSU protest were preventable

Nicola Daniels|Published

An inquiry by the South African Human Rights Commission reveals systemic failures by government institutions and private security during a protest at Walter Sisulu University, resulting in injuries to fourteen students.

Indy photojournalist Ayanda Ndamane wins big at Vodacom awards

Staff Reporter|Updated

Ayanda Ndamane's powerful photograph, 'Caught in the crossfire,' captured the essence of social issues in South Africa, earning him the prestigious Vodacom Journalist ...

Western Cape school admissions policy fails the test

Nicola Daniels|Published

The Western Cape Education Department must develop a comprehensive management plan for late and transfer applications within six months, following a court ruling ...

US ready to give Poland its 'rightful' G20 spot while sidelining SA

Manyane Manyane|Published

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Poland, a nation that was once trapped behind the Iron Curtain but now ranks among the world’s 20 largest economies, will ...

How Mchunu bypassed top cop in disbanding elite police unit

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Mchunu, who has since been placed on enforced leave, proceeded to disband the PKTT without consulting the very officials best positioned to brief him, he confirmed ...

Alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi Cat Matlala also bankrolled metro police boss

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Mkhwanazi described Matlala as a “blood brother” to him, saying they had often met, lunched, and dined together.

Zuma dealt another blow in R28.9 million legal fees repayment case

Zelda Venter|Updated

Former President Jacob Zuma's appeal against a court order to repay R28.9 million in legal fees has been denied by the Gauteng High Court.

High Court reserves judgement in 'complex' Cape Town tariffs battle

Theolin Tembo|Published

In its main application, SAPOA and AfriForum are asking for the three tariffs in the budget, namely the Cleaning Tariff, the Fixed Water Charge, and the Fixed Sanitation ...

Zurenah Smit trial: Alleged husband-killer's breakdown delays proceedings until 2026

Chevon Booysen|Published

After submitting a handwritten apology for her emotional breakdown in court, Zurenah Smit's trial for allegedly orchestrating her husband Stefan's 2019 murder at ...

Cops bust illegal alcohol plant in Lansdowne

Marsha Dean|Published

Police in Lansdowne have arrested two suspects following the discovery of an illicit alcohol manufacturing plant in Lansdowne.

City of Cape Town seeks public help after traffic officers shot at in high-speed chase

Staff Reporter|Published

Cape Town traffic officers narrowly escaped injury when suspects opened fire during a high-speed chase following a shooting incident at Athlone Magistrate's Court. ...

Man drowns at Table Bay harbour, 5-year-old boy rescued

Staff Reporter|Published

Tragedy struck at Duncan Dock on Thursday morning when a man drowned at the Port of Table Bay. In the same incident, a five-year-old boy was rescued from the water ...

Navy chief's disciplinary now in Cyril, Motshekga's hands

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Defence and Military Veterans Minister Angie Motshekga has already started the process to consult on the issue of disciplinary action against Navy Chief Vice-Admiral ...

Premier Alan Winde's sponsored NY trip under public protector's scrutiny

Nicola Daniels|Published

Premier Alan Winde's alleged failure to declare a sponsored trip to New York has led to a Public Protector complaint from the ANC, raising questions about ethical ...

Justice for Caiphus Nyoka after 30 years as Pretoria court convicts former police officers

Nicola Daniels|Published

The family of anti-apartheid activist Caiphus Nyoka, who died at the hands of police, expressed their enduring belief in justice as the Pretoria High Court convicted ...

Alleged underworld kingpin Modack denies 'pinging' payments

Kim Swartz|Published

The trial of alleged crime boss Nafiz Modack unfolds as the State questions him about payments linked to pinging operations, with Modack maintaining his innocence ...

Murder accused's prison hospital stay linked to preferential treatment

Nomonde Zondi|Published

Mzamo Patrick Mlaba, accused of orchestrating his cousin's murder, faces serious allegations of receiving special treatment in a prison hospital.

MPs gun for Godongwana for refusing to brief committee on land reform finances

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s rejection of a request for a presentation on expenditure trends related to land reform funding has sparked outrage from the Portfolio ...

Blue lights saga haunts suspended Ekurhuleni metro chief

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Suspended EMPD Deputy Commissioner Julius Mkhwanazi testifies at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, denying allegations of wrongdoing related to vehicle donations ...

City of Cape Town threatens constitutional challenge if fixed tariffs ruled invalid

Theolin Tembo|Published

The City of Cape Town's fixed tariffs face legal challenges as SAPOA and AfriForum respond to the City's claims of unfettered municipal power in court.