Company reacts swiftly after employee allegedly assaults East London security guard in viral Video

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Exxaro Resources has confirmed that one of its contractor's employees was involved in a shocking assault on a security guard in East London, as captured in a viral ...

Suspects linked to East London security guard assault released on warning

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Two suspects caught on camera assaulting a security guard at eBuhlanti Marina Glen in East London have been released on warning.

Celebration turns fatal: Fireworks spark stabbing and arson in Rustenburg tavern

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A 38-year-old man was stabbed to death in Lethabong near Rustenburg after a New Year’s Eve tavern fight allegedly triggered by the reckless ignition of fireworks. ...

First half of New Year’s Day brings dozens of tiny arrivals

Brandon Nel and Xolile Mtembu|Published

On New Year's Day, a significant number of babies were born in South Africa, marking the start of 2026 with a noteworthy event.

Two arrested after viral video shows brutal assault of security guard in East London

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Two suspects have been arrested after a video showing the assault of a security guard at eBuhlanti Marina Glen in East London went viral on social media, prompting ...

Gwarube reveals that less than half of teacher vetting applications have been processed

Mayibongwe Maqhina|Updated

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has disclosed that only 47% of the 97,576 applications for vetting teachers against the National Register of Sex Offenders ...

As unemployment and crime continue, Ramaphosa urges hope and unity as South Africa welcomes 2026

Xolile Mtembu|Updated

President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to embrace 2026 with hope, reflection and renewed resolve.

How SAPS cracked a vehicle-smuggling chain moving cars from KZN to Mozambique

Jonisayi Maromo|Updated

Police in northern KwaZulu-Natal are making significant strides against vehicle smuggling syndicates, recovering dozens of stolen cars and arresting suspects in ...

SA drivers to get relief as fuel prices projected to decrease in January

Masabata Mkwananzi|Updated

South African motorists can expect relief at the pumps in January 2026, with petrol prices projected to decrease by up to 54 cents per litre and diesel by up to ...

Gauteng motorist killed after brick thrown from bridge lands on windscreen

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Updated

A Gauteng motorist tragically lost their life after a brick was hurled from an overpass, igniting urgent calls for increased safety measures on the N1 South.

Police launch investigation into shocking viral video of children drinking alcohol

IOL Reporter|Updated

Outrage grows over a viral video showing children drinking alcohol during Christmas celebrations. As police launch an investigation, officials warn of the dangers ...

Urgent call for collaboration to tackle mass shootings in South Africa

Gcwalisile Khanyile|Updated

In 2025, mass shootings have escalated in five South African provinces, leading experts to call for a coordinated response from the criminal justice system and community ...

Update: Suspect in Saulsville mass shooting abandons bail after ballistics link gun to crime

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The suspect in the Saulsville tavern mass shooting has abandoned his bail application after a ballistic report linked a firearm to the deadly attack that left 12 ...

Ballistics link gun found on one of the suspects in Saulsville tavern mass shooting

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A gun seized during an arrest has been confirmed as the weapon used in the deadly Saulsville tavern shooting, where 12 lives were lost and many others injured

DA leaders accused of using state resources amid internal strife

Manyane Manyane|Updated

Amid escalating tensions, the DA faces accusations of hypocrisy as its leaders are implicated in using state resources for political gain.

Remains found believed to be body of missing SANDF soldier

IOL Reporter|Updated

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

'The families deserve justice’: Mbalula slams recruitment of South Africans to Russia

Mthobisi Nozulela|Updated

Fikile Mbalula, Secretary-General of the ANC, has condemned the alleged recruitment of South Africans to fight in Russia, describing it as a betrayal of innocent ...

Minister urges parents and schools to act after teen births spike

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

Concerns over adolescent pregnancy have resurfaced after more than 30 teenage girls were among the 714 mothers who gave birth in public health facilities across ...

R50 billion vanishes offshore as illegal gambling ravages South Africa’s economy

Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

How illegal online gambling is siphoning R50 billion from South Africa's economy, with unlicensed operators posing a significant threat to consumers and legitimate ...