Brace for a stormy Christmas and New Year: SAWS warns weather could disrupt festive travel

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

The South African Weather Service has issued a comprehensive warning for the 2025/26 festive season, citing a weak La Niña pattern that is expected to bring above-normal ...

High Court ruling confirms legality of private firefighting services in South Africa

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Discover how the Gauteng High Court's landmark ruling paves the way for private firefighting services in South Africa, granting legal clarity and operational freedom ...

NFP NEC to discuss KZN MEC Shinga's defiance in failed no-confidence vote

Thami Magubane|Published

The National Freedom Party leadership is set to meet to address the defiance of MEC Mbali Shinga, who voted against party instructions during a recent motion of ...

South Africa takes the top spot for emotional generosity in 2025, according to a new study

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

South Africa has been named the world’s most generous nation in a groundbreaking study that goes beyond financial contributions, exploring the depths of empathy ...

DJ Warras’ murder: Lesufi says protection orders must be taken seriously by authorities

Mercury Reporter|Published

Gauteng premier Panyaza Lesufi has called for protection orders to be given the necessary attention amid the murder of DJ Warras.

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.