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.
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…
