Israel confirms release of abducted local pro-Palestine activists

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The South African government confirmed the imminent release and repatriation of citizens detained during the Global Flotilla Initiative in Israel, with plans to ...

Police van torched after crash that killed Delft girl, 11, and injured friends

Kim Swartz|Published

An 11-year-old girl from Delft tragically lost her life when a police vehicle crashed into a wendy house, sparking outrage in the community.

Eswatini receives more 'dangerous criminals' deported from US

AFP|Published

Eswatini, Ghana, Rwanda and South Sudan have in recent months accepted US deportees as part of the scheme, which has been criticised by rights groups.

We were treated like animals, say flotilla activists detained by Israeli forces

AFP|Published

International activists deported from Israel describe harrowing experiences of violence and mistreatment at the hands of Israeli forces.

Primrose Park Primary teacher to be reinstated after unfair dismissal

Zelda Venter|Published

The Western Cape Education Department's attempt to overturn the reinstatement of a teacher dismissed for alleged misconduct, has been rejected by the Labour Court, ...

Cruise into 2026 refreshed with MSC Opera

Staff Reporter|Published

As the new year unfolds, sail away on MSC Opera for a rejuvenating expedition that promises relaxation, adventure, and culinary delights. Don't miss out on a magical ...

Nearly 800 units of alcohol confiscated from Cape Town beaches during matric celebrations

Staff Reporter|Published

In the past week, the City’s enforcement agencies made 197 arrests, including a near three-fold increase in arrests for drunk driving.

Nafiz Modack's high court return delayed

Kim Swartz|Published

The delay comes after Judge Robert Henney was reportedly booked off sick this week, forcing the trial to be rescheduled.

Disciplinary hearing of suspended DG Mashabane will not be public

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Department of Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has officially confirmed that the disciplinary hearing against director-general Doctor ...

Kitesurfer Graham Howes killed in freak accident involving whale

Sarene Kloren|Published

Coroners confirm that the cause of death of kitesurfer Graham Howes was a freak accident involving a whale off Bloubergstrand.

Dirco reassures families: South African flotilla participants are safe despite mistreatment claims

Xolile Mtembu|Published

South Africa’s foreign ministry reassures families that the Global Sumud Flotilla detainees are unharmed.

We refuse to lose, says elated Boks Captain Siya Kolisa

Mike Greenaway|Published

Kolisi and his teammates are the first Springboks to win back-to-back Championship titles since the tournament started in 1996, which has been heavily dominated ...

‘Tembisa looting betrayed Deokaran’

Karen Singh|Published

The family of Babita Deokaran, a courageous whistle-blower murdered for exposing corruption, is devastated by the SIU's report revealing R2 billion looted from Tembisa ...

All above board with 'blacklisted' Russian cargo plane landing in SA

Manyane Manyane|Published

The landing of Abakan Air in South Africa has raised concerns that this could exacerbate the already strained relationship between South Africa and the US.

'Links' to cartels will cost ANC dearly at polls

Rapula Moatshe|Published

The ANC's admission of infiltration by criminal cartels, as stated by Fikile Mbalula, raises questions about the party's integrity and its performance in the upcoming ...

Cyril dealt a blow in attempts to delay justice for apartheid-era crimes

Siyabonga Sithole|Published

The Gauteng High Court has dismissed the South African government's application to delay a R167 million constitutional damages case.

Missing teen Nafees Isaacs' body discovered at Bakoven beach

Marsha Dean|Published

Nafees’ heartbroken father, Sulayman, said he feels better knowing that his son has been found but he is struggling to come to terms with losing a child.

SANRAL targets two-week repair timeline for Huguenot Tunnel following bus blaze

Staff Reporter|Published

Following a dramatic bus fire inside the Huguenot Tunnel, SANRAL aims to complete urgent repairs within two weeks to restore safe travel routes.

Gang leader awarded damages after Goodwood prison kettle attack

Zelda Venter|Published

The Western Cape High Court has found the Ministry of Correctional Services liable for damages after an inmate was severely injured when boiling water was poured ...