Armed Bodyguards Linked to Alleged Crime Boss KT Molefe Arrested Outside Alexandra Court
Two alleged bodyguards of suspected crime kingpin Katiso “KT” Molefe were arrested outside the Alexandra Magistrate’s Court after police reportedly found them with illegal semi-automatic rifles. The incident unfolded as…
13 Undocumented Workers Arrested in Devland Cash & Carry Labour Raid
Thirteen undocumented foreign nationals and an employer were arrested during a labour and immigration compliance raid at Devland Cash & Carry in Johannesburg, with authorities vowing more operations across Gauteng.
Former Special Forces Soldier Fredrik le Roux Denied Bail After Alleged Murder of Wife at Durban Restaurant
Former SANDF special forces soldier Fredrik le Roux has been denied bail after being charged with the murder of his wife, Taryn, at Waxy’s restaurant in Westville. Court documents include…
Ray J Arrested After Livestream Shows Alleged Gun Threat Toward Princess Love
Ray J was arrested after a chaotic livestream appeared to show him pointing a gun at estranged wife Princess Love during a heated confrontation. Police booked him on a criminal-threat…
Joburg Council Targets R9 Million for Recovery, Moves to Lay Criminal Charges Over Irregular Spending
The City of Johannesburg has approved steps to recover nearly R9 million in irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditure, with several cases headed for disciplinary action and SAPS investigation.
Fiery Standoff as Farmers Clash With Government Over VNI West Renewables Project
Hundreds of farmers in Victoria’s Wimmera region are blocking access to land needed for the VNI West transmission line, triggering violent confrontations, legal threats, and renewed debate over renewable energy…
Donald Trump Renames the U.S. Institute of Peace After Himself Amid Legal Battles and Funding Cuts
The U.S. Institute of Peace has been rebranded as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace, sparking controversy amid legal disputes, mass firings and slashed funding under the Trump administration.
Jada Pinkett Smith Hit With $3 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Threats and Intimidation
Jada Pinkett Smith faces a $3M lawsuit from former Will Smith assistant Bilaal Salaam, who alleges threats, harassment, and a campaign to silence him after he refused to support the…
G20 Rift Deepens as US Accuses South Africa of Racism and Presidency Responds with Sharp Rebuttal
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has accused South Africa’s government of embedded racism and political decline ahead of the 2025 G20 Summit. Pretoria responded with pointed sarcasm, escalating tensions…
Ekurhuleni Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi Defends Himself at Madlanga Inquiry: “I Can’t Go to Jail for Something I Didn’t Do”
Suspended Ekurhuleni deputy police chief Julius Mkhwanazi insists he is innocent as he faces tough questioning at the Madlanga Inquiry over a deal involving the EMPD and Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala.
Senzo Mchunu shifts responsibility to SAPS chief Masemola over PKTT shutdown
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu told the Madlanga inquiry that SAPS Commissioner Fannie Masemola failed to implement a 2019 organisational structure that would have dissolved the Political Killings Task Team, as…
Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula Dies at 63 After Long Illness
Former SARS Commissioner Oupa Magashula has died at 63 following a long illness. His family remembers him for his humility, warmth and dedication to South Africa. Funeral details will be…
Nelson Mandela Bay Secures 3-Year Hosting Rights for ACMMTTM as Africa’s Leading Coastal Tourism Event Returns for 2026 Edition
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has officially signed a three-year partnership with the Africa Coastal Marine & Maritime Tourism Trade Market (ACMMTTM), securing the event in Gqeberha through 2028. This…
Medicare 24 CEO Mike van Wyk linked to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s controversial SAPS contract testimony
During a commission inquiry, Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala testified that Medicare 24 CEO Mike van Wyk approached him in 2017 to front township health projects, later tying him to a R350…
R100 Million Fraud Scandal: Alleged Fake Financial Advisor Jacobus Geldenhuis Arrested and Released on R10,000 Bail
Jacobus Stefanus Geldenhuis, 65, has been arrested for an alleged R100 million fraud scheme after posing as a financial advisor. He appeared in the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court…
Couple Charged With Murder After Allegedly Cutting Baby From Pregnant Woman
A Michigan mother and her husband have been charged with murder, torture, and unlawful imprisonment after allegedly luring 22-year-old Rebecca Park to the woods, killing her, and cutting her unborn…
Trump Administration Pauses Immigration Applications from 19 “High-Risk” Countries — What You Need to Know
The US has frozen all immigration applications and asylum processing for nationals of 19 countries, citing national-security concerns. Green card and citizenship processes, as well as pending applications, are now…
Ekurhuleni Legal Head Kemi Behari Placed on Precautionary Suspension
City of Ekurhuleni legal head Kemi Behari has been placed on precautionary suspension amid an internal investigation linked to the disciplinary case of suspended EMPD Deputy Chief Julius Mkhwanazi.
Donald Trump Excludes South Africa from 2025 G20 Sherpas Meeting and Miami Summit
South Africa has been excluded from the G20 sherpas meeting and next year’s G20 summit, with President Trump citing political disputes and claims over human rights issues. President Ramaphosa says…
DA Files Fraud Charges Against Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise Over Irregular Security Contract
The DA has laid fraud charges against Tshwane Deputy Mayor Eugene Modise, alleging he benefited unlawfully from a multimillion-rand security contract linked to Triotic Protection Services.
