Impersonation, stabbings and deaths: Investigation uncovers serious failures in Western Cape prisons

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Three separate investigations expose alarming security breaches in Western Cape prisons, including a deliberate escape through impersonation at Pollsmoor and deadly ...

Hundreds of prison officials involved in contraband smuggling face music

Thobeka Ngema|Published

The Department of Correctional Services has disciplined hundreds officials for contraband smuggling, with many facing dismissal, while Operation Vala led to the ...

Overloading, unroadworthy vehicle, expired permit in deadly taxi-truck crash

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Transport MEC Siboniso Duma also disclosed that the taxi was overloaded with 17 to 18 passengers while the truck it collided with had worn-out tyres making it unroadworthy. ...

Health officials warn: Low diphtheria booster rates put Western Cape children at risk

Thobeka Ngema|Published

The latest situational report from the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) revealed that nationally, 91 laboratory-confirmed cases of toxigenic respiratory ...

Finley the rescued turtle makes remarkable recovery at uShaka Sea World

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Concern arose over Finley’s health after she was observed floating for an extended period near Richards Bay in December.

Firefighters finally see light at the end of raging Franschhoek fire

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Firefighters in Franschhoek are making significant progress in containing wildfires that threaten local vineyards and communities.

R4 billion to repair damage caused by deadly Limpopo floods

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Gift of the Givers ramps up its humanitarian aid efforts in Limpopo, delivering essential relief to affected residents while navigating extensive infrastructure ...

How Cash-In-Transit industry plans to decrease attacks in 2026

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The latest incident involves an attack on a cash Van in Gauteng where suspects made off with an undisclosed amount of money.

Watch VideoBekkersdal massacre: 9 dead, 10 injured as gun violence ravages community

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Police are searching for suspects in a devastating mass shooting in Bekkersdal, Gauteng. The violence left nine dead and ten injured, underscoring the crisis of ...

Minister wants George collapse investigators to assist with Verulam temple tragedy

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Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson has requested that the SAPS team who investigated the George building collapse—which killed 34 people— be made availible to ...

Construction of collapsed temple caught authorities by surprise

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The incident has sparked concerns over regulatory compliance, as the construction was reportedly carried out without necessary approvals from the eThekwini Municipality. ...

Calls for justice after 16-year-old beaten and burned in alleged hate crime in Khayelitsha

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Following the tragic murder of 16-year-old Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi, the Khayelitsha community is calling for justice and stronger protections for LGBTQ+ individuals ...

Over 11,000 bullying incidents reported at SA schools in the last year

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The education department says it has implemented comprehensive and collaborative programmes and strategies with provinces, districts, and schools to address bullying ...

Western Cape on high alert after suspected Foot and Mouth Disease cases

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A farmer in the Free State reported suspected FMD lesions in cattle recently transported from the Gouda area in the Western Cape.

Innovation, investment in Africa's creative economies take centre stage at SACO

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At the 5th International South African Cultural Observatory Conference, Dr Keith Nurse discusses the transformative potential of innovation, investment, and strategic ...

SPCA team bravely rescues dog guarding its deceased owner

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In a heart-wrenching incident, the Randwest SPCA team bravely rescues a dog guarding its deceased owner, highlighting the emotional toll of their work.

How greed nearly brought Tembisa Hospital to its knees

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Dr Fatima Hendricks addresses the moral decay in South African healthcare, using the Tembisa Hospital scandal as a case study, and calls for greater political engagement ...

Pay us our dues, say Magistrates demanding salary increases and judicial equality

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Magistrates in Durban stage a demonstration to demand judicial independence and address long-standing salary disparities, highlighting the urgent need for reform ...

Three-month extended termination notice period for social grants agreement

Thobeka Ngema|Updated

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

Postbank's MSA termination won't disrupt social grants, says Sassa

Thobeka Ngema|Published

Sassa confirms that social grant payments will continue despite the termination of the Master Services Agreement with Postbank, following a court ruling that dismissed ...

Eastern Cape police apprehend eight KwaZulu-Natal suspects in major illegal alcohol bust

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Eight suspects from KwaZulu-Natal were arrested for their involvement in illegal alcohol manufacturing in East London.

Government agencies applaud 20-year sentences for human trafficking ring

Thobeka Ngema|Updated

Seven Chinese nationals have been sentenced to 20 years in prison for their roles in a human trafficking ring, marking a significant victory in the fight against ...

New strategies to combat gang violence

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As South Africa grapples with gang culture, the Western Cape is pioneering a multi-faceted approach that seeks to empower youth and dismantle recruitment networks. ...

'We cannot turn sick people away from facilities' says KZN Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane

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At the launch of the SAMA KwaZulu-Natal provincial branch, Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane discusses the contentious issue of illegal foreign nationals accessing healthcare, ...

CoGTA's new strategies to combat flood risks and save lives

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CoGTA Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa details proposed reforms aimed at reducing fatalities and infrastructure damage during future flood events.