Male domestic abuse survivor calls for improved police training and awareness
Male domestic abuse survivor Zenande Mpame urges better police training and education to address stigma and improve support for male victims.
Male domestic abuse survivor Zenande Mpame urges better police training and education to address stigma and improve support for male victims.
Nick Feinberg predicts Arsenal will win the 2026/27 Premier League title after their sixth one-goal win, beating Hull City 1-0 on 7 November 2026.
The US Senate advanced a bipartisan bill to speed approvals for energy projects, including power plants and data centres, with a 73-25 vote on 9 Nov 2026.
Seven new political parties entered Cape Town council after the 2026 elections as the DA retained majority with 56.42% of the vote and 133 seats.
Government urges newly elected councillors from the 2026 Local Government Elections to prioritise service delivery, transparency, and responding to community needs.
Mzamo Buthelezi stresses building strong state institutions as key for Africa to achieve inclusive growth amid global disruptions, speaking at 2026 Economic Governance School.
Political analysts say lack of political maturity, not coalitions themselves, threatens stability in South Africa’s 130+ hung councils after 2026 elections.
Johannesburg’s 65.6% water levy hike faces legal challenge by AfriForum over transparency and lawfulness as the increase takes effect.
President Ramaphosa urges political parties to prioritise service delivery and community interests over political power following the 2026 Local Government Elections.
President Ramaphosa urges new councillors to end power struggles and deliver essential services amid fragmented local government after the 2026 elections.
Beau Lamarre-Condon, former NSW police officer, cross-examined over the 2024 Paddington double murder of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
A 44-year-old suspect was arrested in Peddie for the murder of former Knysna mayor Aubrey Tsengwa, facing murder and attempted murder charges.
The IEC deployed 56,000 voter devices and introduced digital tools to improve verification, reporting, and transparency in the 2026 Local Government Elections.
A 44-year-old suspect was arrested in Peddie for the murder of former Knysna mayor Aubrey Tsengwa, shot dead in August 2026.
A Fidelity guard was arrested in Gugulethu for allegedly staging a cash-in-transit heist near Cape Town International Airport in September 2025.
The IEC orders a revote at Douglas’s Bongani Community Hall after ballot papers were destroyed before counting in the 2026 local elections.
Japan welcomed a record 315,100 Indian visitors in 2025, marking a 35% increase and prompting tailored services to meet growing demand.
UDM councillor Luxolo Namette was fatally shot in NU9, Motherwell, on 7 November 2026. Police opened a murder case; motive remains under investigation.
The IEC is investigating 197 objections to the 2026 local government election results before finalising the outcome, with recounts ordered in five wards.
New municipal councils face governance and service delivery priorities following the 2026 local government elections, with national guidelines enforcing lawful, transparent transitions.
The IEC is investigating 197 objections to the 2026 Local Government Election results ahead of the official announcement on 8 November 2026.
The City restricts large tour buses in Bo-Kaap amid ongoing concerns from residents about tourism’s impact on traffic, privacy, and gentrification.
Two suspects died in a police shootout in Soweto linked to a Free State cash-in-transit robbery. Two others fled, police recovered firearms.
The City of Tshwane warns Bronkhorstspruit residents against using spring water at Rethabiseng after tests found it unsafe amid a wider regional water crisis.
The ANC leads the Free State in the 2026 local elections with 244 seats, IEC counting at 93%, while DA and EFF trail in a competitive race.
Nosipho Precious Gibe’s Xhosa book inspires Middledrift learners to persevere despite adversity through readings at Tom Place Primary School.
The MK Party lodged a formal objection with the IEC over alleged counting irregularities and slow election results in eThekwini on 6 November 2026.
South Africa’s 2026 municipal polls saw the ANC drop to 31.7% amid 110 hung councils, signalling a surge in coalition politics and historic setbacks.
The MK Party won three KwaZulu-Natal municipalities from the ANC, including Richmond, marking a major shift in the 2026 local elections.
HSRC’s 2026 Election Satisfaction Survey shows 90% of voters saw local elections as free and 91% as fair, with high trust in ballot secrecy and voting services.
Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis vows 500,000 new jobs, stronger policing, and improved services if the DA wins a second term in 2026.
Mpumalanga launched South Africa’s first Skills Development Zone on 29 October 2026, aiming to align education with local energy transition jobs.
Beau Lamarre-Condon, former NSW police officer, cross-examined over the 2024 Paddington double murder of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies.
A 44-year-old suspect was arrested in Peddie for the murder of former Knysna mayor Aubrey Tsengwa, facing murder and attempted murder charges.
A 44-year-old suspect was arrested in Peddie for the murder of former Knysna mayor Aubrey Tsengwa, shot dead in August 2026.
Two suspects died in a police shootout in Soweto linked to a Free State cash-in-transit robbery. Two others fled, police recovered firearms.
Two men found guilty of stealing US$580 000 from President Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm in a 2020 theft, sentencing set for 13 November 2026.
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a violent farm robbery and attempted murder of farmer Donovan Marx in Syferfontein, North West.
Two men were arrested at Kosi Bay on 29 October after attempts to smuggle two Ford Ranger rental vehicles into Mozambique using fraudulent documents were thwarted.
Five suspects were arrested and drugs worth over R350,000 seized in a coordinated North West police operation targeting drug trafficking in Klerksdorp and Khuma.
The NPA rejects Jub Jub's bid for alternative dispute resolution and will proceed with firearm charges following an alleged Edenvale incident.
The SIU searched a Midrand property on 30 October 2026 looking for a Bentley linked to Hangwani Maumela in the Tembisa Hospital fraud case but did not find it.
The SIU is hunting eight luxury cars linked to Hangwani Maumela amid a Tembisa Hospital tender fraud probe, following a Midrand search that found no Bentley.
Kerileng Matlhoko was found fatally stabbed in Galeshewe. Family demands immediate arrest as police investigate ongoing violent crimes in the area.
GPS vehicle tracking evidence placing suspect cars near AKA and Tibz at the time of their murders takes centre stage in Durban High Court trial.
Over 2,000 suspects were arrested in Limpopo during a high-density police operation from 19 to 25 October 2026 targeting serious crimes across the province.
Police seized 250kg of cocaine worth over R200 million at OR Tambo Airport on 25 October, intercepting 216 blocks hidden in luggage from Brazil.
Suspended SAPS Sergeant Fannie Nkosi has resigned amid criminal charges and an impending disciplinary hearing, marking a significant development in a high-profile corruption case.
Between July and October 2026, the AA received 88 panic alerts linked to gender-based violence, highlighting a critical lifeline for victims amid South Africa's GBV crisis.
Former Kruger ranger Rodney Landela and veterinary technician Kenneth Muchocho were sentenced to 10 years for rhino poaching based on DNA, ballistic, and GPS evidence.
Free State police arrested over 1,000 suspects during a week-long Operation Shanela II crackdown targeting violent crime and drug offences.
The Durban High Court overturned Farouk Oosman Alijan's fraud conviction after he was represented by an unauthorised candidate legal practitioner.
President Cyril Ramaphosa lifted the suspension of SAPS commissioner General Fannie Masemola after charges related to a police contract were withdrawn.
Fani John Sibeko, suspected shooter in Katlehong, is under investigation by Afrika Mayibuye amid disputed political links after a memorial service shooting killed four.
A 37-year-old man was arrested in Gqeberha for the murder of Lelethu Nkabi linked to a funeral policy. Investigations and court proceedings continue.
Unathi Mayi has been added as the seventh accused in the Nelson Mandela Bay syndicate case involving kidnapping, murder, and organised crime charges.
Five suspects linked to a R100 million clandestine drug lab in Hekpoort appeared in Krugersdorp court facing drug manufacturing and dealing charges.
Limpopo Hawks arrested three suspects in connection with the 2020 murder of Colonel Lebyane Jeffrey Seroka, amid ongoing investigations and mounting charges.
Former Kruger ranger Rodney Landela and veterinary technician Kenneth Muchocho found guilty of rhino poaching after decade-long trial in Kruger National Park.
The Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed Rodney Adrian Love's bid to reclaim R10 million stolen from an attorney’s trust account dating back to 2011.
The government condemns the brutal stabbing murder of 14-year-old twins in Mamelodi West. Police continue investigation with no arrests yet.
Trial of 10 accused in R10 million Polokwane murder-for-insurance scam postponed to 29 October amid legal aid conflicts and preparation issues.
Seven accused in AKA and Tibz murders plead not guilty at Durban High Court amid trial delays and strict media restrictions.
Studies show unemployment causes lasting earnings losses, health decline, and lower well-being, with impacts far beyond lost income.
Unemployment costs South Africans beyond job-search expenses, causing lasting earnings losses, health risks, and social impacts that deepen community challenges.
A viral petition opposing the Employment Services Amendment Bill has sparked debate over job priority and labour migration amid South Africa’s high unemployment.
South Africa’s youth unemployment rate reached 47.4% in Q2 2026, driven by a lack of workplace experience and job opportunities, despite government efforts.
The Joburg Crisis Alliance warns Johannesburg faces a financial and infrastructure crisis, urging stronger community oversight as a new council takes office.
President Ramaphosa will inaugurate Vedanta's Gamsberg Phase II expansion on 16 October 2026, doubling zinc output and creating up to 1,000 operational jobs.
AI boosts productivity but deepens inequality as adoption favors richer countries and skilled workers, leaving junior and low-income groups behind.
The JSE fell over 2% on 7 October 2026, while the rand weakened and fuel prices jumped by over R3 per litre amid rising oil costs and global market pressures.
South Africa’s rand weakened amid rising fuel prices and global economic shifts, with petrol and diesel costs set to increase from 7 October 2026.
South Africa recorded 0.4% GDP growth in Q2 2026, ending a brief contraction as the government accelerates structural reforms in energy and rail logistics.
MEC Madoda Sambatha has provided new tractors and implements to Tigane farmers to increase food security and support local Communal Property Associations.
SARB warns of a fraudulent WhatsApp group using Governor Kganyago’s name to offer fake investment advice, urging the public to avoid sharing personal info.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has launched a debt relief programme to help residents and businesses clear arrears and improve city service delivery.
South Africa’s National Treasury and the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) released a draft Crypto Asset Manual on 3 August 2026 that proposes barring resident companies from transacting cryptocurrency across...
Thousands of South Africans face total financial loss after the Morita Forestry investment platform ceased all operations on 29 July 2026, leaving an estimated 385,000 registered accounts frozen. The scheme,...
The National Treasury has initiated the temporary withholding of July 2026 equitable share transfers to 69 municipalities across South Africa, including 16 in the Free State, as a measure to...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced the launch of a new “skills compact” in the City of London, designed to commit financial services firms to proactively retrain staff affected by the...
Major UK banks and building societies are failing to provide adequate support to vulnerable customers, with a recent Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) investigation revealing that one-third of interactions regarding basic...
Developing nations are currently navigating a challenging economic transition as they attempt to balance urgent development needs with the global requirement to shift towards low-carbon economies. These countries face a...
The National Treasury plans to withhold July equitable share fund transfers to 35 municipalities across South Africa due to persistent and severe financial governance failures. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has...
Millions of consumers are struggling under the weight of record household debt levels, with many failing to access essential financial relief due to a widespread lack of awareness regarding available...
The National Treasury is set to pay more than R2 billion in interest on the R202 inflation-linked bond on 8 June 2026, underlining the mounting costs of South Africa’s government...
US talent agencies and producers urge law forcing studios to allocate half their budgets to independent productions, aiming to diversify content creation.
Mirzapur: The Movie, released on 4 September 2026, is a 197-minute crime drama anchored by Pankaj Tripathi’s powerful performance as Kaleen Bhaiya.
Karabo Mogane, Idols SA season 11 winner, ended a six-year music hiatus with a new single Only 4 U, after major life changes including marriage and fatherhood.
Prominent Maskandi musician Scebi Dlamini, known to his fans as Inkosi Yamagcokama, will be laid to rest on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at his homestead in Umsinga. The funeral service...
All eight Harry Potter films are set to return to the big screen globally from 27 August 2026 to 3 September 2026 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the franchise’s...
Veteran South African actor and cultural icon Seputla Sebogodi was laid to rest in Polokwane on 25 July 2026, following a week of national tributes and memorial services. The renowned...
US talent agencies and producers urge law forcing studios to allocate half their budgets to independent productions, aiming to diversify content creation.
Mirzapur: The Movie, released on 4 September 2026, is a 197-minute crime drama anchored by Pankaj Tripathi’s powerful performance as Kaleen Bhaiya.
Karabo Mogane, Idols SA season 11 winner, ended a six-year music hiatus with a new single Only 4 U, after major life changes including marriage and fatherhood.
Prominent Maskandi musician Scebi Dlamini, known to his fans as Inkosi Yamagcokama, will be laid to rest on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at his homestead in Umsinga. The funeral service...
All eight Harry Potter films are set to return to the big screen globally from 27 August 2026 to 3 September 2026 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the franchise’s...
Veteran South African actor and cultural icon Seputla Sebogodi was laid to rest in Polokwane on 25 July 2026, following a week of national tributes and memorial services. The renowned...
Andrew Tate, the polarizing internet personality, and his brother Tristan were taken into custody by US Marshals in Miami on Saturday. The dramatic arrest unfolded as British prosecutors intensify efforts...
Crowdfunding platform BackaBuddy has officially removed a campaign established to assist former reality television star Peet Viljoen with his burgeoning legal costs. The fundraiser, which sought to secure R400,000, was...
The biographical drama Satluj, starring Diljit Dosanjh, was removed from the Indian catalogue of the ZEE5 streaming platform on 5 July 2026, just two days after its digital debut. The...
Renowned South African jazz pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim, globally celebrated for his prolific seven-decade career, has died at the age of 91. His family confirmed on Monday, 15 June...
Pretoria – Former Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) head Advocate Andrea Johnson and former Crime Intelligence deputy head Feroz Khan have been arrested in connection with allegations of defeating the...
Suliman Carrim remains in custody after his arrest at OR Tambo Airport for failing to appear before the Madlanga Commission; bail postponed to Monday.
Gauteng Traffic Police Chief Inspector Samuel Mashaba died on 13 October 2026 amid suspension after testimony at the Madlanga Commission linked to the Aeroton cocaine bust.
SAPS confirms disciplinary proceedings against Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya continue, postponed to 12 Oct amid legal challenges linked to Madlanga Commission allegations.
The Madlanga Commission is set to pursue criminal charges against fired Crime Intelligence major general Feroz Khan after he failed to appear before the inquiry on Monday despite virtual accommodation....
The Madlanga Commission orders taxi boss Sindane’s evidence on Monday, rejecting his postponement despite a medical certificate and spiritual claim.
Government urges newly elected councillors from the 2026 Local Government Elections to prioritise service delivery, transparency, and responding to community needs.
Political analysts say lack of political maturity, not coalitions themselves, threatens stability in South Africa’s 130+ hung councils after 2026 elections.
President Ramaphosa urges political parties to prioritise service delivery and community interests over political power following the 2026 Local Government Elections.
President Ramaphosa urges new councillors to end power struggles and deliver essential services amid fragmented local government after the 2026 elections.
The IEC deployed 56,000 voter devices and introduced digital tools to improve verification, reporting, and transparency in the 2026 Local Government Elections.
The IEC orders a revote at Douglas’s Bongani Community Hall after ballot papers were destroyed before counting in the 2026 local elections.
The US Senate advanced a bipartisan bill to speed approvals for energy projects, including power plants and data centres, with a 73-25 vote on 9 Nov 2026.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki accuses PM Donald Tusk of forcibly taking over the Constitutional Tribunal amid a leadership dispute and political crisis.
The UK Home Office uses AI tools in asylum decisions with growing concerns over errors, transparency, and the impact on asylum seekers’ rights.
Thousands protested in Tunis on 17 October against President Saied, demanding democracy, economic relief, and restored freedoms amid deep political crisis.
Tirana faces a fifth day of violent clashes with police using rubber bullets as protesters demand Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation.
The US CDC has for three weeks kept two measles-linked infant deaths in Pennsylvania out of its official count, fuelling fears that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is interfering...
Nick Feinberg predicts Arsenal will win the 2026/27 Premier League title after their sixth one-goal win, beating Hull City 1-0 on 7 November 2026.
Michael Carrick’s future at Manchester United remains unclear after a 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth left the club in 16th place.
Ryan Rickelton returns to Newlands for the decisive third Test against Australia, banking on his strong home record ahead of the series decider.
Mainz 05 and Nexgen Football School held a two-day clinic in Cape Town, training 85 youth players and coaches in European football coaching methods.
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns face off in the sold-out 2026 MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium on 10 October, showcasing South African football.
Temba Bavuma backs the Proteas to adapt and succeed despite a mounting hamstring injury crisis ahead of the Australia Test series starting 9 October.