Soweto Serial Robber Jailed for 10 Years After Conviction on 19 Robbery Charges
Soweto man Steven Chiwangu has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after being convicted of 19 robbery charges involving victims in Naledi and Jabulani during May 2025.
Uber Pulls Out of Nigeria After 12 Years
Uber has exited Nigeria and Uganda after 12 years, cutting its African footprint as operating costs rise. South Africa, however, remains a major investment market for the ride-hailing giant.
Sho’t Left Travel Week 2026: South Africans Can Grab Up to 50% Off Local Holidays
Sho’t Left Travel Week 2026 runs from 7 to 13 September, giving South Africans access to discounts of up to 50% on local flights, accommodation, activities and holiday experiences.
SIU Exposes University Visa Fraud Network as Calls Grow for Urgent Action
The SIU says a visa fraud syndicate has operated across South Africa's universities since 2013, allegedly involving corrupt Home Affairs officials and thousands of fraudulent permits.
Tembisa Hospital R600 Million Probe: Stefan Govindraju Granted R200,000 Bail After Seychelles Trip
Stefan Joel Govindraju has been granted R200,000 bail in the Tembisa Hospital procurement fraud case after the Hawks linked him to 73 companies and more than 1,200 hospital contracts.
Jack Daniel’s Fortune Caught in Family Power Struggle as Brown-Forman Heirs Challenge Board
A bitter dispute is unfolding among heirs to the Jack Daniel’s fortune as two Brown family members challenge Brown-Forman’s leadership and question its rejection of a R285 billion Sazerac takeover…
SIU flags R320 million in dormant NSFAS Celbux accounts
The SIU has identified about R320 million sitting in dormant NSFAS Celbux accounts, while some institutions are resisting repayment amid wider concerns over student funding.
Johannesburg’s 41 ambulances remain unused six years after R41 million purchase
Johannesburg's 41 ambulances, bought for about R41 million in 2019, have remained out of service for six years as the city awaits approval for an operating licence.
SIU authorised to investigate R150 million North West road maintenance tender
President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the SIU to investigate a R150.4 million road maintenance tender awarded by the North West Department of Public Works and Roads.
SIU uncovers Home Affairs visa fraud network allegedly funnelling millions to officials
The SIU has uncovered a suspected Home Affairs corruption network involving fraudulent study visas, illegal businesses and alleged kickbacks to departmental adjudicators.
Suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi served with fifth arrest warrant
Suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi has been served with his fifth arrest warrant, this time over alleged fraud and corruption linked to the blue-light saga.
Two Zimbabweans arrested in Botswana over P375,000 robbery
Two Zimbabwean nationals and a Botswana citizen have been arrested in connection with a Maun robbery in which businessmen were allegedly robbed of more than P375,000 in cash.
Nkandla architect ordered to repay R147.2 million over unlawful Zuma residence upgrades
The Special Tribunal has ordered Nkandla architect Minenhle Makhanya to repay R147.27 million to the state over unlawful conduct linked to former President Jacob Zuma's security upgrades.
R5.4 billion a year: Foreign inmates cost South Africa millions as prison population soars
South Africa spends an estimated R5.4 billion a year incarcerating more than 30,000 foreign nationals, as government works towards prisoner-transfer agreements with neighbouring countries.
Police captain killed during investigation into Knysna mayor’s murder
A 50-year-old Western Cape police captain was shot and killed during an operation linked to illegal firearms in Knysna. A suspect also died in the shootout.
Dangote plans to buy ships after struggling to transport cement from Nigeria to Ghana
Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, says Dangote Industries is moving towards acquiring its own ships after struggling to secure vessels to transport cement from Nigeria to Ghana.
Avengers: Endgame returns to South African cinemas with new footage ahead of Doomsday
Avengers: Endgame Encore returns to cinemas in September 2026 with additional footage and a new look at Avengers: Doomsday, including premium-format screenings in South Africa.
Hawks officer tells court how R1.65m was allegedly transferred to Mercedes-Benz dealership
A Hawks officer has testified that a Tshwane metro police officer and his attorney wife allegedly transferred R1.65 million to a Mercedes-Benz dealership while a widow waited for money from…
SARS intercepts cocaine worth R167 million at OR Tambo International Airport
SARS Customs officials have seized more than 333kg of cocaine worth an estimated R167 million at OR Tambo International Airport following a targeted operation.
Gayton McKenzie demands R30 million back from SAFA over failed VAR rollout
Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has demanded that SAFA repay R30 million in government funding after the association failed to implement VAR ahead of the new PSL season.
