Pakistani National’s Court Case Postponed After Fatal Crash Kills Crime Intelligence Officer
Akilesh Gupta is expected back in court on 6 November 2026 for a bail application after being accused of fatally striking SAPS Crime Intelligence officer Warrant Officer Eunice Nortman at…
De Beers Transfers $75 Million to Botswana Fund as Country Seeks to Diversify Beyond Diamonds
De Beers has transferred BWP1 billion, approximately $75 million, to Botswana’s Diamonds for Development Fund to support industrialisation, exports, job creation and economic diversification amid a downturn in the natural-diamond…
Suliman Carrim to Appear in Musina Court Over Alleged Absa Vehicle Smuggling Scheme
Businessman Suliman Carrim is expected in Musina Magistrate’s Court over allegations of attempted theft and money laundering involving two Absa-financed vehicles allegedly destined for cross-border transport.
Durban Man Jailed for R1.1 Million Vehicle Finance Fraud as Stolen Golf 7 Is Recovered
A Durban man has been jailed for five years after admitting to helping two businessmen obtain more than R1.1 million in vehicle finance using fake salary documents. One car has…
Addo Elephant National Park Gets R136.5 Million Upgrade Ahead of December Holidays
SANParks is investing R136.5 million in Addo Elephant National Park, upgrading accommodation, infrastructure and visitor facilities ahead of the 2026 festive season.
Cosatu Backs Call to Ban Shein and Temu Over Fears of 34,000 South African Job Losses
Cosatu has backed Sactwu’s call for South Africa to ban Shein and Temu, warning that cheap imports threaten local jobs, wages and the clothing and textile industry.
South Africa’s New Spam Call Rules Raise Privacy and Cost Concerns for Businesses and Consumers
South Africa’s proposed spam-call opt-out registry faces scrutiny over data security, privacy risks, recurring fees and penalties, despite the NCC’s assurances.
Two Overloaded Zimbabwe Buses Intercepted on N1 With 65 Passengers Without Passports
Limpopo authorities intercepted two overloaded buses travelling from Zimbabwe near Polokwane, finding 65 passengers without passports, including 28 minors.
Ramaphosa Lifts Fannie Masemola’s Suspension After Charges Are Withdrawn
President Cyril Ramaphosa has lifted National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola’s suspension after prosecutors withdrew charges linked to the controversial Medicare24 police health-services contract.
Erling Haaland Adds Abu Dhabi Property to Growing Luxury Real Estate Portfolio
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has reportedly acquired a home in Abu Dhabi, expanding his property portfolio across the UAE, England, Spain and Norway.
South Africans Could Face Fines or Jail for Unpaid TV Licences, OUTA Warns
South Africans who fail to pay their SABC TV licences could legally face fines or up to six months in prison, although OUTA says it is unaware of prosecutions for…
Suliman Carrim Arrested at OR Tambo Over Alleged Failure to Appear Before Madlanga Commission
Former ANC North West treasurer Suliman Carrim has been arrested at OR Tambo International Airport over his alleged failure to appear before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry.
Ramaphosa Announces 2.5 Million Hectares of State Land for Black Farmers
President Cyril Ramaphosa says 2.5 million hectares of state-owned land are being released to black farmers, alongside efforts to expand access to finance, training and agricultural markets.
Macpherson Reveals Alleged R1,500 State Land Sales and Extortion Scheme at Knoflokskraal
Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson says whistleblowers have exposed alleged illegal state land sales at R1,500 per plot, extortion and intimidation at Knoflokskraal in the Western Cape.
US Targets Microsoft and Major Tech Firms in Crackdown on Foreign Worker Visas
The Trump administration has suspended Microsoft and other companies for hiring foreigners over their citizens, this comes from a key green-card labour certification programme while also investigating universities over alleged…
SIU Welcomes Dismissal of Pule Mabe Bid to Halt Investigation and Asset Preservation Order
The SIU says the Special Tribunal has dismissed Pule Mabe’s bid to halt civil recovery proceedings linked to an alleged R27.6 million Gauteng waste vehicle tender.
BMA Fires 17 Officials in Corruption and Misconduct Crackdown
The Border Management Authority has dismissed 17 officials following disciplinary cases involving alleged fraud, corruption and internal-control breaches at South Africa’s ports of entry.
NPA to Oppose Bail for Attorney Accused of R5.2 Million RAF Fraud
The NPA will oppose bail for Zimbabwean national Precious Muleya, accused of submitting fraudulent RAF claims worth about R5.2 million on behalf of at least 12 beneficiaries. Attorney Precious Muleya…
Christa Pike Survives Attempted Execution After Two Lethal Injection Doses in Tennessee
Tennessee death-row inmate Christa Pike survived an attempted lethal injection after two doses of pentobarbital were administered, prompting questions over the execution procedure.
Macklemore Says ‘Free Palestine’ Tour Sold Out Immediately as Europe Dates Draw Strong Demand
Macklemore says his three-date “Free Palestine” tour in Dublin, Paris and London sold out immediately after he was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour.
