Three killed as lightning strikes church tent during night service in Limpopo

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Three people died and five others were injured when lightning struck a church tent during an overnight prayer service in Limpopo's Radimana village. The tragedy occurred around 1am on December 14 amidst heavy rain and thunderstorms, with victims rang…

Presidency confirms Madlanga Commission interim report to be kept under wraps

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Magwenya explained that several witnesses who have already testified before the commission are expected to return to continue or expand on their evidence.

Municipal crisis: Treasury freezes funding for 75 municipalities as Newcastle in KZN threatens court action

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Newcastle Municipality has issued an ultimatum to National Treasury, threatening High Court action if their equitable share allocation isn't confirmed by December ...

Patients struggle with out-of-pocket medical expenses amid rising doctor fees in South Africa

Thami Magubane|Published

With doctors charging up to 500% above medical aid rates, South African patients are grappling with crippling out-of-pocket expenses, prompting calls for regulatory ...

Families mourn, seek answers as building collapse at Verulam temple construction site claims five lives

Thami Magubane|Published

Families in Verulam are grappling with the devastating loss of loved ones following a construction site collapse that claimed five lives. Community members demand ...

MK Party calls for mass march amid vote to oust KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli

Thami Magubane|Published

Thousands of Umkhonto we Sizwe party supporters are set to march to the KwaZulu-Natal provincial legislature today, demanding the ousting of Premier Thami Ntuli ...

" We are not loyal to individuals but to the ANC": KZN's " response" to Mbalula's criticism

Willem Phungula|Updated

ANC provincial coordinator Mike Mabuyakhulu on Sunday addressed party loyalty and performance issues following recent criticism from Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula. ...

Controversial Starlink directive raises tension within GNU

Mashudu Sadike|Updated

The Government of National Unity faces a potential crisis as DA Minister Solly Malatsi's controversial Starlink policy directive sparks outrage among coalition partners. ...

IFP Youth Brigade demands removal of EFF councillors in KwaZulu-Natal

Thami Magubane|Published

The IFP Youth Brigade in KwaZulu-Natal is calling for the removal of all EFF councillors, citing a motion of no confidence in retaliation for the EFF's support of ...

PICS: Shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach kills 11

Updated

Two suspected shooters opened fire at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach on Sunday, killing nine people and wounding multiple others in an attack that spread panic, with ...

Tragedy in Verulam: ISKCON South Africa pays tribute to victims of temple collapse as search resumes

Mercury Reporter|Published

It is believed that five people have died following the collapse of a temple in Verulam, north of Durban, as search and rescue operations were suspended due to severe ...

KZN prepares for a booming holiday tourism season

Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Discover how KZN is enhancing its tourism offerings for a memorable festive season, with early bookings and exciting activations promising a bustling holiday experience. ...

Minister Macpherson vows to reform building regulations after Verulam construction collapse

Karen Singh|Updated

After a tragic collapse at an illegal construction site in Verulam claimed four lives, Minister Dean Macpherson promises urgent reforms to building regulations, ...

High Court sets aside R5 million fine against Department of Basic Education over matric results publication

IOL Reporter|Updated

High Court overturns fine against DBE regarding matric results compliance.

Cachalia hints at possible declassification of 'Top Secret' IPID report on Phala Phala

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia hints at the possible declassification of the 'Top Secret' IPID report, raising questions about transparency in the Phala Phala ...

Cachalia considers declassifying the 'Top Secret' IPID report on Phala Phala

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia hints at the possible declassification of the 'Top Secret' IPID report, raising questions about transparency in the Phala Phala ...

Death toll rises to three in Redcliffe temple building collapse, north of Durban

Mercury Reporter|Published

Three lives lost in the tragic temple building collapse in Redcliffe, Verulam, as rescue operations continue and investigations into the cause begin.

PICS | KwaZulu-Natal police dismantle major drug syndicate in Umzinto

IOL Reporter|Updated

KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Organized Crime Narcotics officers have dismantled a drug syndicate in Umzinto.

Level 4 warning issued as severe thunderstorms set to batter large parts of KZN on Saturday

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

The South African Weather Service has issued a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms across KwaZulu-Natal, effective Saturday.

Umhlanga Main Beach and Bronze Beach reopened after pump station work and water quality tests

Mercury Reporter|Published

eThekwini Municipality has confirmed the reopening of Umhlanga Main Beach and Bronze Beach after a recent pump station failure.