Saturday's weather: Level 5 severe storm warning for Mpumalanga and Limpopo

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Severe weather and fire danger warnings issued across the eastern parts of South Africa: Prepare for thunderstorms and heavy downpours in the Mpumalanga and Limpopo ...

WATCH: ANC turns 114 amid electoral challenges and public discontent

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But as it celebrates more than a century of existence, the party does so under the weight of declining electoral support, internal divisions, governance failures ...

Iran fires broadside at US over Trump’s protests comments

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Iran has fired a broadside at the US, saying its first citizen Donald Trump was a bully for saying he was “locked and loaded” and ready to target its officials in ...

Woman finds father, 84, tied up and slain in Camps Bay home

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When a woman arrived at her 84-year-old father's Camps Bay home on Tuesday, she found him dead, his hands and feet tied up, police said.

Australian health authorities on alert after deadly disease cases in Sydney CBD

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Four individuals in Sydney have tested positive for Legionnaires’ disease, prompting health officials to investigate potential sources and ensure public safety.

Remains found believed to be body of missing SANDF soldier

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The search for a missing SANDF soldier swept away by the flooded Komati River has been temporarily suspended.

SA slams Israel’s Somaliland recognition as threat to regional peace

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Pretoria says by recognising Somaliland as an independent state, Israel has challenged Somalia’s authority and could trigger instability across the Horn of Africa. ...

One killed, another critically injured as two helicopters collide mid-air in New Jersey

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Two helicopters collided mid-air in southern New Jersey, resulting in one fatality and another pilot critically injured. As investigators probe the cause, the incident ...

Augusto Palacios urges more support for Lyle Foster after match-winning display for Bafana Bafana

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After a stellar performance that secured a win for Bafana Bafana, Augusto Palacios defends Lyle Foster against criticism over his absence from the last Africa Cup ...

Flash floods hit KwaZulu-Natal South Coast

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Flash floods wreak havoc on KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, disrupting lives and infrastructure as authorities monitor the situation.

Row erupts over Cape Town Christmas lights and Christian symbols

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Political leaders and religious communities in Cape Town are demanding accountability from the City over the alleged removal of Christian symbols from the iconic ...

Lily Mine tragedy: This is why ActionSA is considering court action against NPA's Shamila Batohi

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ActionSA is mulling over taking National Prosecuting Authority head Shamila Batohi to court after she allegedly ignored a court order to pursue criminal charges ...

DStv blackout looms as 16 channels face New Year’s axe amid standoff with Warner Bros

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The countdown to 2026 has become a countdown to a blackout as millions of South African households are staring down the barrel of a New Year's Eve deadline that ...

UNPACKED | The big DSTV shake-up coming in 2026

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The countdown to 2026 has become a countdown to a blackout as millions of South African households are staring down the barrel of a New Year's Eve deadline that ...

ActionSA's push for transparency over Phala Phala scandal intensifies

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ActionSA says it will not allow the matter to be quietly set aside, arguing that parties in the GNU have prioritised political power over accountability.

Rape survivors turned away as police stations run out of kits

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Reports of severe shortages of rape kits across the Western Cape have ignited a fierce debate between police authorities and gender-based violence organisations, ...

Golden Arrow condemns viral video of passenger urinating on bus

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A disgusting video has surfaced on social media of a woman squatting down and urinating in a Golden Arrow bus while other commuters are watching.

Watch VideoLIVE | Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni briefs media on Cabinet meeting outcomes

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Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni provides crucial updates on the Cabinet meeting held on December 5, highlighting key economic reforms, infrastructure progress, and ...

Home Affairs’ gift to those needing IDs and travel docs this festive season

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With the festive season approaching, the Department of Home Affairs is extending office hours to assist South Africans in securing essential travel documents.

Nelspruit granny stabbed to death in smash and grab shortly after arriving in Cape Town

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A granny from Nelspruit was stabbed to death soon after leaving Cape Town International Airport on Friday as she and husband were on their way to visit their only ...

Outrage as 176 teachers found guilty of sexual misconduct

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TEACHER unions and political leaders have demanded the immediate dismissal of teachers listed on the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO) or the National Child ...

Finger-lickin’ filthy: KFC kitchen video leaves customers clucking mad

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After a viral video revealed a shocking state of hygiene at KFC Belhar, patrons are left questioning if fast food is worth the risk.

Battery-electric vehicles outshine hybrids in South Africa's electric vehicle market

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As electric vehicles gain traction in South Africa, a new analysis reveals the hidden drawbacks of hybrids.

Watch VideoWATCH: ‘Cat’ Matlala, Bheki Cele, the Woolies ‘money bag’, Babita Deokaran the arrests

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The Woolies Bag Allegations: Matlala's Testimony Implicates Bheki Cele IOL News, with Mendy Mtshali, reports on the explosive testimony delivered by Vusimuzi " Cat" ...

WATCH | Quick-thinking employee traps would-be robbers in shop

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A Cape Town shop worker's quick thinking during an armed robbery has turned into a viral sensation, earning praise for their calmness and sparking a wave of humorous ...