Madlanga Commission remains resolute in pursuit of justice after Witness D's murder

Rapula Moatshe|Updated

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry remains resolute in its mission for accountability following the murder of key witness Marius van der Merwe.

Teen swept out to sea at uMdloti beach, holidaymakers urged to prioritise swimming safety

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

After a teenager was swept out to sea at uMdloti beach, authorities are reminding holidaymakers to adhere to swimming safety guidelines to prevent further incidents ...

Legal experts criticise NDPP Shamila Batohi's abrupt exit from Nkabinde inquiry, raising accountability concerns

Thami Magubane|Published

Criticism of NDPP Advocate Shamila Batohi intensifies as her conduct during the Nkabinde Inquiry raises serious concerns about accountability and the integrity of ...

Mandela's lawyer Ismail Ayob hailed for commitment to justice

Chevon Booysen|Updated

Ismail Ayob, who died at 83 in Johannesburg, was Nelson Mandela's personal lawyer and the only attorney permitted to visit him on Robben Island during apartheid. ...

Verulam building collapse among a string of structural failures in eThekwini, Council for the Built Environment reveals

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Updated

iscover how the recent collapse of the River Ranch Temple in Redcliffe reflects a troubling trend of structural failures in eThekwini, as experts call for urgent ...

Ethics Committee issues stern warning to MPs over conduct violations, fines Mashatile R10,000

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

The Ethics Committee has issued a stern warning to MPs following multiple misconduct cases.

Community remembers Marius van der Merwe, a champion against illegal mining

Siyabonga Sithole|Updated

Former EMPD reservist, Marius van der Merwe, has been remembered in a poignant tribute that resonated with love and loss by his lifelong partner, Leanne van der ...

Cape Town smash-and-grab: State to oppose bail for suspects in Nelspruit granny's murder

Mercury Reporter|Published

Public outrage grows as the State opposes bail for suspects in the shocking murder of Nelspruit grandmother Karin van Aardt during a brazen smash-and-grab incident. ...

eThekwini Municipality denies oversight failure in Verulam building collapse, claims construction was covert

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

After a tragic building collapse in Verulam, the eThekwini Municipality defends its building control systems, asserting that the structure was illegally constructed ...

Transforming service delivery: Mayor Chris Pappas's vision for uMngeni Municipality

Thami Magubane|Published

Mayor Chris Pappas discusses his commitment to equitable service delivery in uMngeni Municipality, highlighting key achievements and the importance of community ...

DJ Warras received threats prior to his murder, Joburg Safety MMC reveals

Mercury Reporter|Published

As tributes pour in for DJ Warras, investigators reveal he faced serious threats before his tragic murder outside the Carlton Centre in Johannesburg.

South Africa's festive season sees over 1400 drunk driving arrests since December 1

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Updated

Traffic authorities arrested 1,478 motorists for drunk driving in a nationwide crackdown amid the start of South Africa's festive season.

Redcliffe temple collapse: Macpherson says preliminary probe reveals major construction lapses

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Preliminary investigations into the Redcliffe building collapse reveal serious construction lapses, including regulatory violations and possible substandard materials. ...

How one Good Samaritan's R132 500 gesture has brought festive cheer to 260 families

Mercury Reporter|Published

A Good Samaritan's generous act at a PEP store in Aberdeen has brought joy to 260 families this festive season.

Three major drug busts in KwaZulu-Natal yield over R1.6 million in illegal narcotics

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

KwaZulu-Natal police have struck hard against drug crime, arresting multiple suspects and seizing over R1.6 million worth of narcotics in a series of operations ...

Municipal Demarcation Board adds 20 new wards in KwaZulu-Natal ahead of 2026 elections

Thami Magubane|Published

The Municipal Demarcation Board has announced the addition of 20 new wards in KwaZulu-Natal ahead of the 2026 local government elections, signalling significant ...

Stock family mourns ‘heart and anchor’ DJ Warras after Johannesburg killing

Verna van Diemen|Updated

Devastated by the loss of DJ Warras, the Stock family shares their heartbreak and calls for privacy as they mourn the beloved media personality and businessman, ...

Remembering Vick Panday: A heartfelt tribute from his wife following the Redcliffe temple tragedy

Thobeka Ngema|Published

In a poignant tribute, Helena Panday shares her love for her late husband, Vick, while the community of Verulam mourns the tragic loss of lives in the temple collapse. ...

Severe weather warnings issued for KwaZulu-Natal: Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected

Mercury Reporter|Published

Severe weather warnings have been issued for KwaZulu-Natal, with thunderstorms and heavy rain expected to pose risks of flooding and infrastructure damage.