Mandoza Honoured Posthumously at NACA 2026 for Lasting Contribution to South African Culture
South African Kwaito legend Mandoza has been honoured posthumously at the NACA 2026 Awards, recognising a musical legacy that continues to influence generations.
Ed Sheeran Tour Loses All Supporting Acts After Macklemore’s Removal Over Palestine Comments
Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour has lost all four remaining supporting acts after Macklemore was removed following pro-Palestinian comments at a New Jersey concert.
SAPS Arrests Boyfriend in Ekurhuleni Woman’s Death as Kempton Park Body Count Reaches Eight
SAPS has arrested a man believed to be the boyfriend of a 37-year-old Ekurhuleni woman whose body was found in July, as police investigate eight female deaths and offer a…
SIU Uncovers R58 Million Ekurhuleni Land Fraud as 208 Municipal Stands Were Allegedly Transferred Illegally
The SIU has uncovered the alleged fraudulent transfer of 208 Ekurhuleni municipal stands worth R58 million, with 208 matters referred to the NPA and civil recovery action planned.
South Africa’s New Opt-Out Registry Could Bring R1 Million Penalties for Marketers Ignoring Consumers
South Africa is preparing to launch a national Opt-Out Registry allowing consumers to block unwanted marketing, with non-compliant marketers facing penalties of up to R1 million or 10% of turnover.
Johannesburg Police Seize Dozens of Fake Smart ID Cards in Hillbrow Raid
Police have seized 28 South African Smart ID cards, a card-printing machine and other equipment during a Hillbrow raid, with a Zimbabwean national arrested.
US Announces Visa Restrictions Targeting Certain Foreign Nationals Linked to South African Policies
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced targeted visa restrictions against certain foreign nationals linked to South African laws or policies over land, race and violence.
Capitec Hit With R28 Million Penalty Over Anti-Money-Laundering Compliance Failures
Capitec Bank has been fined R28 million by the Prudential Authority after a 2023 inspection uncovered weaknesses in customer due diligence, staff training and anti-money-laundering controls.
Pearl Thusi Disputes Nearly R15 Million SARS Tax Demand
Pearl Thusi has confirmed a tax dispute with SARS but says the nearly R15 million amount demanded is “grossly incorrect”, raising questions over how the figure was calculated.
Lebo M Faces Mercedes-Benz Repossession After High Court Cancels Finance Agreement
A Johannesburg High Court has ordered the repossession of Lebo M’s Mercedes-Benz A 200 after a payment dispute, allowing Mercedes-Benz Financial Services to track and recover the vehicle.
Second Suspect Arrested Six Years After Cape Town Traffic Officer Walter Van Rooyen Was Murdered
A second suspect has been arrested six years after Cape Town traffic officer Walter Van Rooyen was shot dead in his patrol vehicle. Technology and taxi-route surveillance helped investigators trace…
Connie Ferguson Seeks Eviction of Couple Allegedly Owing R549,000 on Ruimsig Property
Connie Ferguson’s company has approached the Johannesburg High Court to evict a couple from a Ruimsig property, alleging more than R549,000 in unpaid rent and municipal charges.
Miami Police Arrest Suspected Drug Dealers Aged 89 and 73 After Cocaine Raid
Two Miami men aged 89 and 73 have been arrested after police allegedly found cocaine, marijuana, firearms and ammunition during a raid on a home.
Volkswagen Africa Gets New Leader as Chinese Brands Capture 40% of WesBank-Financed Cars
Christiane Zorn will lead Volkswagen Group Africa from October as Chinese carmakers rapidly expand their share of South Africa’s vehicle-finance market.
Maggots Found in Raw Chicken Fridge at Woolworths Johannesburg Store Sparks Food Safety Investigation
Woolworths is investigating after a viral video appeared to show maggots in a fridge containing raw chicken at its Bel Air store in Johannesburg.
Madlanga Commission Commissioner Sandile Khumalo Targeted in Escalating Threat Campaign
Madlanga Commission commissioner Sandile Khumalo and senior advocate Myron Dewrance have allegedly been targeted in an escalating campaign of threats, including threats of sexual violence.
SAPS Seizes More Than 1,700 Fake Springboks Items Worth R1.5 Million in Johannesburg Raid
SAPS and law enforcement partners seized more than 1,700 counterfeit sports items worth over R1.5 million during an intelligence-driven raid in Johannesburg CBD.
FBI and DOJ Intensify COVID-19 Origins Investigation as Anthony Fauci Comes Under Renewed Scrutiny
The FBI and US Justice Department have intensified investigations into COVID-19’s origins, with Anthony Fauci and other scientists facing renewed scrutiny over claims surrounding a possible Wuhan lab leak.
Morocco’s Aviation Boom Signals Rapid Economic Growth as Airports Welcome 22.3 Million Passengers
Morocco’s airports handled more than 22.2 million passengers in the first seven months of 2026, highlighting the country’s accelerating tourism, aviation and infrastructure growth.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Could Leave Prison Earlier Than Expected After Release Date Moved Up
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been moved forward to 5 February 2028, according to US Federal Bureau of Prisons records.
