Pressure mounts on Israel for 'abducting' pro-Palestine activists

AFP|Published

By Thursday, of the roughly 45 ships, more than 30 had been intercepted or were assumed to have been intercepted, according to the flotilla's tracking system.

Suspended UIF commissioner pockets R1. 4 million while sitting at home

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Teboho Maruping, the commissioner of the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), continues to draw a hefty salary of R1. 4 million despite being on precautionary suspension ...

Viral driver charged with assault

Kim Swartz|Published

A drunk driver who went viral on social media after assaulting a traffic officer on Monday and using racial slurs, faces reckless and negligent driving, drunken ...

Cape Town dealership to refund R150 000 for defective Toyota Fortuner

Staff Reporter|Published

After purchasing a Toyota Fortuner that developed defects on the same day, a Cape Town customer will receive a R150 000 refund.

Fikile Mbalula warns ANC about 'comrade tsotsis'

Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Mbalula compared the current infiltration of the ANC by criminal elements to the era of the anti-apartheid struggle, when thugs masqueraded as freedom fighters. ...

Three-month extended termination notice period for social grants agreement

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Sassa has announced a three-month extension of the termination notice period for its Master Services Agreement with Postbank.

Global Sumud Flotilla shines a light on Gaza despite Israeli interception - Tutu Trust

AFP and Staff Reporter|Updated

The Global Sumud Flotilla's mission to deliver aid to Gaza was thwarted by Israeli warships, yet it succeeded in drawing global attention to the plight of Palestinians, ...

Court denies Limpopo principal's appeal over mishandled sexual abuse case

Zelda Venter|Published

A Limpopo school principal's attempt to regain his position after dismissal for mishandling a sexual abuse case has been denied by the Johannesburg Labour Court, ...

Foreigners paid R546m in RAF claims

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Taxpayers have coughed up R546 million to foreign nationals who lodged claims with the Road Accident Fund (RAF) in 2024/25 financial year.

Help police locate Dayaan Fataar in Mitchells Plain firearm case

Genevieve Serra|Updated

Police are appealing for public assistance in locating Dayaan Fataar, a person of interest in an investigation involving the seizure of 19 firearms and ammunition ...

DA-led City under scrutiny following police raids over fraud and corruption

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Police raids in Cape Town have unveiled troubling allegations of corruption in municipal procurement, challenging the Democratic Alliance's long-standing claims ...

State suffers in Phala Phala trial as witness insists he was intimidated to give false evidence

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

A key witness in the Phala Phala farm robbery trial claims he was intimidated into providing false evidence, casting serious doubt on the trial's integrity and the ...

Mthethwa did not fear Madlanga Commission, says family

Willem Phungula and AFP|Published

The family of Nathi Mthethwa, the late South African Ambassador to France, rejects claims of suicide and calls for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding ...

Mandla Mandela ‘abducted’ by Israeli forces during intercept of humanitarian flotilla

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Mandla Mandela, grandson of Nelson Mandela, was forcibly taken by Israeli forces while sailing to Gaza as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla.

Julius Malema vows to appeal court ruling after firearm conviction

Brandon Nel|Updated

Outside the courthouse, Malema told supporters that he would challenge the conviction all the way to the Constitutional Court.

Suspected cash-in-transit robber in court for 2012 'heist'

Chevon Booysen|Published

In a significant court hearing, Mawonga Gxenya is connected to a cash-in-transit robbery case involving an injured guard, with the next court date set for a pre-trial ...

Gugs community puzzled by brazen murder of popular DJ, sportsman

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Gugulethu DJ Luvuyo 'P Touch' Sapepa was tragically killed in a shooting, igniting community outrage and calls for an end to gun violence.

SA's urgent call for international law adherence as Global Sumud Flotilla faces drone threats

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Amid rising tensions in the Mediterranean, the South African Government closely monitors the Global Sumud Flotilla, urging adherence to international law as drone ...

Minister justifies increasing West Coast Rock Lobster catch by 58. 4% for 2025/2026 season

Weekend Argus Reporter|Published

Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Minister Dion George said the decision was grounded in recent scientific assessments indicating signs of resource recovery. ...

Knysna Mayor's turnaround plan after NCOP vote of confidence

Staff Reporter|Published

Knysna mayor Thando Matika has proposed a 14-day turnaround strategy, a 30-day visible action plan and a 3-month intervention program for the municipality to address ...