NPA hails landmark conviction against ex-crime intel officer

Staff Reporter|Published

In a groundbreaking case, former police crime intelligence officer Paul Scheepers has become South Africa's first person convicted for illegally possessing a cell phone surveillance device ('grabber') and concealing R5.59 million in unlawful proceeds…

Steenhuisen's exit opens gate for tight DA leadership race

Karabo Ngoepe and Thami Magubane|Published

John Steenhuisen's imminent exit from the top post now places the DA under pressure to present a leader who can broaden its appeal beyond its traditional base.

WhatsApp chats link suspended top cop to Matlala's impala 'gifts'

Rapula Moatshe|Published

WhatsApp messages allegedly showed alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi " Cat" Matlala gifted suspended SAPS Deputy Commissioner General Shadrack Sibiya impalas, ...

Why ANC won't back Zulu king's call to rename KwaZulu-Natal

Willem Phungula|Published

The ANC’s concerns about the name change resonated with cultural and political analysts, who argued that dropping Natal and elevating one cultural community over ...

Abathembu king's invitation to Israeli officials out of order, says ANC

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

During a briefing held after the party's Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) Lekgotla, ANC officials expressed their disappointment at the king's actions.

Defamation lawsuit awaits Crime Intelligence head

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Former SAPS employee Patricia Mashale disputed the evidence previously given by Crime Intelligence head, Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo that her appointment ...

Triumphant Cape2Rio sailing vessel sinks after dismasting, crew rescued

Staff Reporter|Published

The distance from safe harbour and the notorious unpredictability of the South Atlantic weather led to the final call of crew uplift and vessel abandonment.

Teenage pregnancies rise in Cape Town as City Health promotes early antenatal care

Staff Reporter|Published

In 2025, 22 097 women accessed City of Cape Town Health facilities for basic antenatal care - 1 230 were teenagers under 18.

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 ...

'Money politics' will be the end of ANC, warns Zweli Mkhize

Willem Phungula|Published

In an exclusive interview, ANC veteran and National Executive Committee member Dr Zweli Mkhize said the meaningful renewal of the party will only be realised when ...

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 ...

2026 Cape Town Chinese New Year Gala Shines at the V&A Waterfront

Staff Reporter|Published

The celebration of the 2026 Cape Town Chinese New Year Gala, exhibited colour, rhythm, and community coming together against the stunning backdrop of Table Mountain ...

SAPS ballistics analyst relives kidnapping ordeal

Rapula Moatshe|Published

Captain Laurance Makgotle said the kidnapping took place on January 7, 2025, after receiving a call from a police officer, Witness B, requesting his assistance with ...

Under-fire KZN Hawks head can now return to office

Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Major General Lesetja Senona of the Hawks faces security scrutiny after being escorted from his office and instructed to retrieve his keys amid concerns over his ...

St Francis Bay vessel fire sparks pollution fears

Staff Reporter|Published

The 40-foot vessel owned by Knysna Fishing Company sank on Monday, after a fire broke out while the vessel was at anchor off Paradise Beach in St Francis Bay.

DJ Warras murder-accused could be in SA illegally

Simon Majadibodu|Published

Mozambican national Armindo Joaquim Pacula, 25, made his first appearance before the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court.

Mayor's driver, bodyguard in court over murder of Air Force Sergeant

Staff Reporter|Published

Two VIP protection officers appeared briefly before the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court charged with South African Air Force Sergeant Michael Swanton's murder. Swanton ...

Court hears former midwife's defence in case of babies' deaths and birth disabilities

Zelda Venter|Published

Former midwife Yolande Maritz Fouchee is fighting 14 charges including culpable homicide in the Gauteng High Court. She denies allegations that her practices at ...

Cape Town intensifies water inspections to combat wastage and enforce by-laws

Staff Reporter|Published

Transgressors can be issued a spot fine ranging from R1500 to R5000, each time they are found violating the City's by-law.

Businesses disrupted as City tackles major pipe burst at Durbanville shopping mall

Theolin Tembo|Published

Mayco Member for Water and Sanitation, Zahid Badroodien, said that the City's Water team is busy attending to a pipe burst that occurred in the early hours of Sunday ...