The failing American dream: Reports of Afrikaner refugees ‘barely scraping by’

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Afrikaner refugees in the US are grappling with unmet promises of support and inadequate housing, revealing the harsh realities behind their American dream.

High Court rules against Gauteng father in bitter custody battle over five-year-old son

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The Johannesburg High Court has ruled against a father's urgent application to return his five-year-old son to his former home, prioritising the child's welfare ...

Business welcomes Ramaphosa’s energy reforms but urges faster implementation

Siphelele Dludla|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's ambitious reforms to South Africa's energy sector aim to establish a competitive electricity market and attract private investment, but ...

NPA under threat: Andy Mothibi reacts to intimidation amid R4 million forfeiture dispute

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Advocate Andy Mothibi, the newly appointed NDPP, strongly condemns alarming threats against NPA officials, linked to a controversial R4 million forfeiture dispute. ...

Watch VideoSONA 2026: Ramaphosa hails GNU for economic uptick, urges citizens to ‘march in one line’

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

The GNU, he said, is beginning to stabilise an economy battered by years of stagnation, rolling power cuts and investor doubt.

Madlanga Commission is a ‘reset moment’ for South Africa, says Cachalia

Kamogelo Moichela|Updated

Among the most revelations is testimony from Brigadier Rachel Matjeng, a senior forensic official, who told the commission she received bribes from Vusimuzi “Cat” ...

Man sentenced to 25 years for brutal murder of partner, baby and hiding their bodies

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A 30-year-old man from Tzaneen has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the brutal murders of his partner and their eight-month-old child, following a harrowing ...

‘Blatant name-dropper, attention-seeker': SA’s first democratic police commissioner slams Paul O’Sullivan

Simon Majadibodu|Updated

South Africa’s first democratic police commissioner George Fivaz has dismissed forensic investigator Paul O’Sullivan as an attention-seeker pretending to be a “big ...

Labour Court orders Absa to reinstate banker dismissed for over decade-old misconduct claims

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The Labour Court in Cape Town has ruled that Absa must reinstate a private wealth banker after declaring his dismissal unfair due to charges stemming from over a ...

Pioneer Foods supervisor loses Labour Court battle after dismissal for slapping colleague's behind

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The Labour Court has upheld the dismissal of a Pioneer Foods supervisor found guilty of sexually harassing a subordinate, reinforcing the importance of strict anti-harassment ...

Mentally challenged man mauled to death by pit bulls in Mpumalanga

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Mpumalanga police are investigating a tragic incident in Waterval Boven, where a man with mental health challenges was mauled to death by pit bulls.

From gold city to gridlock: How political infighting is sinking Johannesburg

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Johannesburg, once Africa's shining economic hub, now grapples with rising crime, political instability, and governance failures. As Mayor Dada Morero faces repeated ...

Labour Court reinstates employees dismissed for not reporting colleague's assault during braai

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The Labour Court in Gqeberha has ruled in favour of three employees reinstated after being dismissed for not reporting a colleague's assault during a social gathering, ...

Family ordered to reveal location of violent man after hiding him to avoid psychiatric admission

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

The North West High Court has taken decisive action against a family obstructing care for a brain-injured man, ordering them to reveal his whereabouts after their ...

Durban security firm probes staff after homeless man assault

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

Ensure Security Services has condemned the actions of its officers in a viral video, pledging a thorough investigation and reaffirming its commitment to public safety ...

SALGA urges implementation in 2026 State of the Nation Address

Marlene Minopetros|Published

SALGA is urging President Cyril Ramaphosa to focus on implementation in his 2026 State of the Nation Address, highlighting the need for progress on local government ...

Police confirm robust security plans ahead of the 2026 SONA

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

As the 2026 State of the Nation Address approaches, police confirm extensive security measures to ensure a peaceful event in Cape Town.

Pensioner awarded R5,000 after pension fund delays his monthly payments for six months

Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

A pensioner receives R5,000 in compensation after a pension fund's lengthy delay in monthly payments.

Senior advocate to face prosecution for road rage stabbing

Zelda Venter|Updated

A SENIOR faces potential prosecution for an alleged road rage stabbing after the Gauteng High Court set aside an order prohibiting charges against him. Advocate ...