Public Works Committee demands answers on George building collapse that killed 34

Robin-Lee Francke|Published

The Portfolio Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure expresses deep disappointment over the delayed forensic report from the Council for the Built Environment ...

Firoz Cachalia vows to enhance DPCI's effectiveness against organised crime

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

In a bid to combat rising organised crime, Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia pledges to enhance the DPCI's capacity and effectiveness.

Mkhwanazi accuses DA’s Barnard of fueling attacks against Crime Intelligence

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

KZN top cop Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has accused DA Member of Parliament Dianne Kohler Barnard of breaking the law and inciting attacks against the Crime Intelligence ...

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These are the names of the 18,000 Palestinian children murdered by Israel since October 7

Gang violence continues to terrorise Cape Flats

Kim Swartz and Marsha Dean|Published

Three men were shot dead in yet another shooting incident in Westridge, Mitchells Plain on Wednesday believed to be due to a gang conflict.

MK Party's attempt to stop Madlanga Commission 'not urgent'

Zelda Venter|Published

The Gauteng High Court has dealt a significant blow to Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party by dismissing their urgent application to halt the Madlanga Commission. ...

Cape Town's traffic by-law reform looks to empower officers to impound vehicles

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Cape Town's major traffic by-law overhaul targets reckless driving to enhance road safety and reduce fatalities.

State's appeal denied: High Court grants bail to murder-accused in e-hailing driver case

Chevon Booysen|Published

The Western Cape High Court has upheld its decision to grant bail to nine murder-accused, raising concerns over prolonged pre-trial detention and the State's failure ...

Looming water crisis warning for Gauteng and Cape Town due to population growth

Manyane Manyane|Published

Growing populations in Gauteng and Cape Town are exacerbating water scarcity, as revealed in the 2024 National State of Water report.

Traffic officers voice concerns over proposed metro police merger

Nicola Daniels|Published

Traffic officers express deep concerns over the City's plan to merge their services into a new municipal police force, fearing job security and changes to their ...

Wesley Neumann fights dismissal over 'defiance' during Covid pandemic

Chevon Booysen|Published

Wesley Neumann, the former principal of Heathfield High School, faces a legal battle against his dismissal amid claims of misconduct during the COVID-19 pandemic. ...

Justice system at risk of total collapse - Mkhwanazi

Kamogelo Moichela and Rapula Moatshe|Published

Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi warns that South Africa's criminal justice system is on the brink of collapse, emphasising the urgent need for the Madlanga ...

Backlash grows against Gayton McKenzie over cultural festival funding cuts

Mashudu Sadike|Published

Minister Gayton McKenzie faces severe criticism from the arts and culture sector following his department's decision to withdraw funding from major cultural festivals, ...

State believes it has "water-tight" case against Pretoria businessman Cat Matlala

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, a Pretoria businessman embroiled in serious criminal allegations, faces a significant setback as the court denies his bail application.

FSCA cracks down on funeral firms for unlicensed policy sales

Zelda Venter|Published

FSCA's intervention prompts four funeral firms to rectify licensing issues after collecting millions in unlicenced premiums, safeguarding consumer interests.

Jacob Zuma and MK Party to contest Madlanga Commission's authority in court

Zelda Venter|Published

Jacob Zuma and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party are set to challenge the Madlanga Commission's authority in the Gauteng High Court, arguing ...

Cape Independence advocate's permanent residency under scrutiny by parliamentary committee

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

A parliamentary committee has called on Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber to clarify the circumstances in which permanent residency status of Phillip Craig, a ...

SANDF soldiers among suspects arrested for cigarette smuggling in Limpopo

Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Five members of the SANDF, including a female soldier, and two undocumented Zimbabweans were arrested in Limpopo for allegedly conspiring to steal illicit cigarettes, ...

Urgent call for stricter regulations to combat the illicit alcohol trade

Manyane Manyane|Published

Discover how the illicit alcohol trade undermines economies and public health, as the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade calls for urgent regulatory ...

Taxis impounded amid safety concerns and route closures

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The closure of 10 taxi routes in Cape Town begins with minimal disruption, despite safety concerns following violent clashes between taxi associations.