Concern over impact of Avian Influenza outbreak on Critically Endangered African Penguin

Theolin Tembo|Published

The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) has urgently reinforced its biosecurity protocols to combat the ongoing bird flu ...

Errant lawyer’s wife also disbarred

Zelda Venter|Published

Novelwano Nonxuba, the wife of disbarred lawyer Zuko Nonxuba, has been struck from the roll of attorneys due to serious allegations of theft involving millions meant ...

Reconfigured ANC W Cape outlines plans to revive the party

Theolin Tembo|Published

Amidst a positive reception of the ANC's reconfiguration of the Western Cape provincial structures, lingering issues remain that could impact future effectiveness. ...

Why recently interviewed judges failed to make the JSC cut

Zelda Venter|Published

The Judicial Service Commission's recent interviews resulted in only16 appointments out of 24 vacancies, highlighting the challenges and ethical considerations in ...

City welcomes hundreds attending first SACO conference on future of creative economies

Nicola Daniels|Published

Final preparations were underway for the inaugural 2025 South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) International Conference at Cape Town’s DHL Stadium, where global ...

Hawks ‘interfered’ in the arrest of KT Molefe, admits top cop

Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Lieutenant General Dumisani Mbotho's testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals interference by Hawks members in the arrest of KT Molefe, sparking concerns over ...

Four officers in the dock for ‘robbing’ Delft shop of R18 300

Marsha Dean|Published

During an apparent search at a Somalian-owned shop in Heinkel Crescent, The Hague, R18 300 was reportedly stolen.

Hero car guard stops carjacking suspect in N1 City parking lot

Kim Swartz|Published

A vigilant car guard at N1 City Mall in Goodwood successfully apprehended a suspected carjacker.

Fourth suspect in Wynberg Magistrate's Court escape re-arrested

Staff Reporter|Published

Ismail George was arrested on Sunday in Mitchell’s Plain.

Public told to steer clear of Cape fur seals

Staff Reporter|Published

With confirmed rabies cases linked to Cape fur seals, CapeNature warns the public to stay away from these wild animals to prevent potential health risks.

Legal troubles for Cape Town politician over 'defamatory' posts about Kunene, McKenzie

Zelda Venter|Published

Controversial Cape Town politician Mehmet Vefa Dag faces legal action for defamatory statements against prominent political figures, as the court issues an interim ...

Gang violence persists despite police claims of success

Nicola Daniels|Published

Community activists are demanding accountability as gun violence continues unabated in the Western Cape, questioning the effectiveness of police claims about arrests ...

Parliament hopes public submissions will help in addressing statutory rape among young girls

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Parliament is embarking on an inquiry to obtain submissions on statutory rape of young girls and to review existing legislation with a view to amend the law where ...

Lights out on Nersa's municipal electricity hikes approval stance

Zelda Venter|Published

The Gauteng High Court has ruled that Nersa's approval of municipal electricity tariff hikes without proper public participation is unconstitutional.

Crumbling municipalities under spotlight during Cyril's secret GNU retreat

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Sources close to the discussions from within government, the ANC and opposition parties, revealed that a significant portion of the closed-door discussions revolved ...

Milnerton High parent wants protestors probed over hate speech, rights violations

Nicola Daniels|Published

A Milnerton High School parent has lodged a complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission, seeking an investigation into children's rights violations ...

Crime stats delay erodes public trust

Theolin Tembo|Published

South Africa' s Police Service faces mounting criticism as the release of crucial crime statistics is postponed yet again, raising concerns about transparency and ...

Police arrest ten suspects in Central Karoo extortion crackdown

Staff Reporter|Published

Police have apprehended ten suspects in a significant operation targeting extortion syndicates in the Central Karoo, highlighting the ongoing threat to the local ...

How the illegal wildlife trade connects to drug trafficking and arms dealing

Staff Reporter|Published

The illegal wildlife trade is intricately linked to organised crime, including drug trafficking and arms dealing. A new study reveals how these criminal activities ...