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Two Additional KZN Men Test Positive for Mpox, Raising National Case Count to 22
The Department of Health said the men are aged 40 and 26 and have no international travel history. Se-Anne Rall…

Two New Mpox Cases Reported in KZN; Health Department Initiates Contact Tracing | The Citizen
The latest two patients were diagnosed in KwaZulu-Natal, though one is from Johannesburg and both have travelled locally. The Department…

Health Department on High Alert as Mpox Cases Climb to 22 | News24
Health department spokesperson Foster Mohale has expressed concerns over increasing Mpox cases. (Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images) The health department is…

KZN Representatives Thrilled to Showcase Province at Indoni SA
The KwaZulu-Natal representatives for Indoni Cultural SA said they will be dedicated to doing everything they were taught during the…

Nine Durban Officers Face Court over Attempted Murder Charges Against Local Businessman
Ngcobo, who works in the construction and transport sectors, was travelling along the M13 near Pinetown last month when he…

Two Additional Mpox Cases Confirmed in KZN, Outbreak Total Climbs to 22
The department said contact tracing and monitoring is continuing in both provinces, especially among the close contacts of the patients.…

Grandmother and Toddler Sustain Critical Injuries in Rottweiler Attack in KZN | News24
A Rottweiler is said to be behind the attack on a grandmother and her granddaughter in KwaDukuza on Thursday.…

KZN Woman and Grandchild Critically Injured in Rottweiler Attack
Emergency services said a pensioner and her toddler grandchild were critically injured after they were attacked by a Rottweiler. Jolene…

Scrutiny Intensifies Over KZN’s R8 Billion Deficit
Lawmakers at provincial and municipal level are cracking down on mismanagement, and are holding officials accountable. Zohra Teke www.iol.co.za [ad_2]

KZN Artists Express Feeling Overlooked at Durban July Event | Bona Magazine
PICTURE: INSTAGRAM Kwa-Zulu Natal artists who were hoping to be booked were left counting coins after the yearly prestigious horse…

Gauteng Premier receives March and March memorandum against illegal immigrants
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has received a memorandum of demands from anti-illegal immigration protesters, but declined to address the crowd…

Gauteng ramps up fight against teen pregnancy, statutory rape
As Child Protection Month gets underway, the Gauteng Provincial Government has placed the protection of children at the centre of…

WEATHER: Expect an ice-cold Gauteng on Wednesday, Cape Town faces strong winds and showers
Johannesburg will see a cool day with a high of 14°C and decreasing cloud cover, according to AccuWeather. Conditions will…

Gauteng High Court to hear landmark challenge on BEE Legal Sector Code
The country's leading legal experts were present in the public gallery of the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria on Monday…

Gauteng recycling businesses benefit from equipment upgrades, boosting output
Despite a challenging year for South Africa’s recycling sector, grassroots buy-back centres are experiencing a 20-30% boost in productivity, thanks…

New agreement to convert e-toll gantries in place | News24
OUTA says government’s new plans for e-toll infrastructure should focus on crime fighting, not money-making. Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images Be among…

South Africa’s first dedicated fleet charging network hits 18,884 sessions in Gauteng
Aeversa and Valternative Energy launch WattSpot, a managed charging network built for commercial fleets, with more than 200 charge points…

VUYISWA RAMOKGOPA | Rebuilding Gauteng’s growth engine requires more than targets
Gauteng remains the economic centre of South Africa, but its growth engine has stalled. Over the past decade, the province…

May Fuel Price Increase: What Gauteng Motorists Will Pay For Petrol And Diesel From 6 May 2026 – Whats On G
Motorists across Gauteng are set to pay significantly more for petrol and diesel from Wednesday, 6 May 2026, following expected…

Intense cold front expected to hit Gauteng, Free State and Northern Cape
JOHANNESBURG - Gauteng is bracing for a significant cold front expected to hit later this week.Early forecasts show a drop…

CATA and Codeta sign landmark peace deal to end years of taxi violence in Western Cape | News24
Two of the Western Cape’s largest taxi bodies – the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association (CATA) and the Congress of Democratic…

At least 120 Western Cape schools to close following severe weather warnings | News24
More than 120 schools in George, Knysna and Oudtshoorn will close on Wednesday and Thursday, amid severe weather warnings for…

Diesel price fumble; Bad weather to shut Western Cape schools: Today’s top 7 stories | News24
News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to…

Mulilo reaches financial close on 380 MW solar project in Western Cape
Mulilo has reached financial close on a 380 MW solar photovoltaic project near Beaufort West in the Western Cape, marking the…

Western Cape closes schools in Karoo and Eden as heavy rain is forecast
Hundreds of pupils will stay home as parts of Eden and the central Karoo shut schools for two days, with…

Western Cape gymnast represents SA at African champs | Network News
At just 12 years old, Amaris Kirchner is already reaching heights most athletes only dream of, reports George Herald. This…

A Smarter, More Connected Western Cape: The 35% Resilience Revolution
In January 2026, many of us started the year with a sense of momentum, perhaps even signing for a new…

Taxi fares increase in Gauteng and Western Cape this week: Here are the new prices | The Citizen
Here's how much a taxi from Pretoria, Midrand, Germiston and surrounding areas will cost you. Taxi fares are set to…

WC to brave heavy downpours, high winds from Tues to Thursday
The Western Cape government is on high alert following an Orange Level 8 weather warning for the province.The South African…

Western Cape family in tears as two ‘popular’ rugby players face 4 rape charges in court | News24
Two rugby players are facing four counts of rape in Wellington in the Western Cape. Be among those who shape…

Severe storms put disaster teams on high alert across SA
South Africa is on high alert as heavy rainfall and strong winds move across several provinces. Authorities are warning that…

Severe weather warnings prompt school closures across Western and Eastern Cape
Schools across parts of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape are set to close their doors this Wednesday and Thursday…

12 killed in 2 crashes within 12 hours in South Africa’s Eastern Cape
This photo taken on May 4, 2026 shows a scene at the site of a road accident in Chris Hani…

Disruptive rains batter various parts of SA – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
The Western Cape disaster officials are closely monitoring the rain in the Garden Route and Little Karoo regions as a…

Storm systems wreak havoc on Garden Route, Southern Cape, parts of Eastern Cape
When it rains, it pours.Residents across large parts of the Eastern and Western Cape are being harshly reminded of this…

WATCH | Caution advised as flooding shuts key Eastern Cape roads
Motorists across the Eastern Cape are being urged to exercise extreme caution as adverse weather conditions trigger flooding and road…

WEDNESDAY WEATHER: Disruptive rain, major snow, big waves, gale-force winds and flooding – ten warnings issued
By Staff Writer Published: 5 May 2026This forecast is for: Wed 06 May 2026 The maps cover: Wed 06 May…

Up to 200mm of rain anticipated for parts of Western and Eastern Cape | News24
The SAWS has warned of rainfall of between 100mm and 200mm anticipated over a 24-hour period in parts of the…

No water, no crops: irrigation schemes could be a powerful way for South Africa’s smallholder farmers to adapt to climate change
Across South Africa’s rural landscape, thousands of hectares of fertile land lie unused. Irrigation systems have collapsed, water no longer…

IEC sounds alarm over crumbling infrastructure at Eastern Cape polling stations | News24
The Electoral Commission of South Africa has flagged a sharp rise in Eastern Cape voting stations lacking basic infrastructure, including…

Two dead in Northern Cape as heavy rains cause havoc
JOHANNESBURG – Two more people have been confirmed dead in the Northern Cape as heavy rains continue to batter parts…

Nursery helps water-scarce Northern Cape community grow roots
With two full-time employees and a part-time worker, Mohaduba Nursery is steadily making a meaningful impact in the community of…

Northern Cape baker rises to the occasion despite obstacles
A baker in the Northern Cape is excited about her tasty venture and optimistic about a successful future.“I grew up…

Neo Energy Metals Mining Right Application Accepted for Henkries Node Northern Cape South Africa
Neo Energy Metals plc had its South African subsidiary, Desert Star Uranium (Pty) Ltd, receive formal notification from the Department…

Pistachio price shock spurs Northern Cape farmers to boost output
Producers see a rare chance to build a high-value crop industry and create jobs. https://www.facebook.com/Moneyweb/ www.moneyweb.co.za [ad_2]

Award-Winning Northern Cape Film Opens in SA Cinemas in May
A Northern Cape granny makes her film debut at 80. Her grandson accepts the same award that Christopher Nolan did.…

Gift of the Givers activates disaster response teams after Northern Cape hit with severe hailstorms
Gift of the Givers has activated its disaster response teams in the Northern Cape after severe hailstorms and flooding left…

Mining right application for Northern Cape uranium project accepted for evaluation
London-listed Neo Energy Metals says the mining right application by its South African subsidiary Desert Star Uranium for the Henkries…

Who has left or joined Northern Cape for 2026-27 season?
Home Latest news Northern Cape. Posted By: Editorial April 26, 2026 These players have left or joined Northern Cape for…

More than 70% of Northern Cape municipalities may need interventions, says SAHRC
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has found that more than 70% of municipalities in the Northern Cape may…

‘Vile’ leaked recording and succession warfare tear North West ANC apart | News24
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi. Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your…

Sewage, litter and dry taps: Human rights commission tells sordid tale of NW municipalities
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) reported a devastating state of affairs for North West municipalities, with poor service…

Hydrogen Mobility and Platinum Group Metals Reshaping North West Province
The Geology Beneath the Green Economy: How South Africa's PGM Reserves Are Reshaping Hydrogen Mobility Long before hydrogen became a…

North West accelerates digital shift with SmartGov rollout
North West premier Lazarus Mokgosi. The North West province has accelerated its transition to a fully-integrated, technology-driven administration, with premier…

New era of digital government in North West
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi says the provincial government is now operating on a “modern digital foundation built for the…

Team North West shows its pedigree during SASA-II
Picture: Team North West during SASA-II/Supplied By OBAKENG MAJE 31 March 2026 – The North West Province was crowned as…

SAHRC exposes deep-rooted failures in North West scholar transport
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) exposed deep-rooted institutional failures in the North West scholar transport programme on Monday,…

Parents keep pupils home after storms damage two North West schools
Teaching and learning have been disrupted at two North West schools due to severe damage to the school buildings in…

‘Stop lying to us’: Angry North West residents lash ANC during Mashatile visit | News24
ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile acknowledged frustrations raised during door-to-door engagements in the North West, which included water shortages, a…

R1.9 billion boost for North West water projects
Karabo Ngoepe|Published 12 hours agoNorth West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi has outlined a series of targeted interventions to stabilise struggling municipalities,…

Vehicle crash claims the lives of 2 Mpumalanga cops
A single vehicle accident has claimed the lives of two police officers in Witbank, Mpumalanga.   The officers attached to…

Lion sighting near KaNyamazane prompts school closure
The lion sighted in n May 5. > Photo: Sourced A young male lion was spotted on Tuesday evening, May…

SAPS TRT sergeants killed in Mpumalanga crash en route to court
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is mourning the tragic loss of two Tactical Response Team(TRT)  Sergeants who lost their…

Mpumalanga border locals fear economic fallout from Mozambique planned shutdown
Some locals at the Lebombo border post in Mpumalanga remain fearful that anticipated unrest in Mozambique may spill over into…

Swift police action leads to recovery of stolen vehicle in Mpumalanga
Police in Mpumalanga have recovered a stolen Toyota Fortuner just hours after it was taken from a hospital parking area…

Mashego: The first real Betway Prem club from Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga native Katlego Mashego excited about his home province having an official team in the top-flight. Photo: Gallo Images Katlego…

Tails of woe: Dog handlers dig deep as Mpumalanga K9 units left in sorry state | News24
Severe damage to the mounted unit in Middelburg, Mpumalanga seen in December 2018, which was never repaired. Be among those…

Kruger United rise signals new era for football in Mpumalanga | soccer
Kruger United rise signals new era for football in Mpumalanga | soccer Kruger United chairman Bongani Wati believes the club’s…

Human remains found inside crocodile after businessman swept away in Komati River | News24
Drone footage capturing images of the crocodile during a multi-agency search at the Komati River in Komatipoort, Mpumalanga. Be among…

Mpumalanga duo set for global chess stage | Network News
Two Mpumalanga chess players have been invited to compete internationally. Junior Master Bafana Sgudhla and Nkosikhona Jele have qualified for…

Limpopo mother prays for daughter’s return after abduction
As the sun sets and temperatures drop, the mother of a two-year-old girl who was snatched from her grandmother’s bed…

Wednesday’s weather: Flood risk as rain, strong winds, cold grip most of SA; warm in Limpopo | News24
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued multiple warnings, including disruptive rain, strong winds, rough seas and snow, as…

Two teenage girls killed after jumping from moving car, hit by oncoming vehicle in Limpopo | News24
Two teenage girls, aged 14 and 15, have been killed after jumping from a moving vehicle and being struck by…

Teen boy arrested after headless body of 16-year-old girl found in Limpopo bush
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 16-year-old girl whose naked and decapitated body…

Limpopo teen arrested for beheading 16-year-old girl
Police in Limpopo have arrested a 17-year-old for the brutal murder of a 16-year-old girl whose body was discovered in…

Urgent manhunt for two-year-old kidnapped from her Limpopo home
Police in Limpopo have launched a manhunt after a two-year-old girl was kidnapped from her home during the early hours…

ActionSA says Limpopo mayoral candidates were selected through open and competitive internal process
ActionSA in Limpopo has announced a full slate of mayoral candidates for several municipalities, positioning the move as part of…

ActionSA unveils mayoral candidates for key municipalities in Limpopo
ActionSA has unveiled its mayoral candidates for key municipalities in Limpopo, saying that it’s putting forward leaders it believes are…

Limpopo dance groups to perform ahead of Nedbank Cup Final – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
Various dance groups from Polokwane in Limpopo have gathered to perform before the Nedbank Cup Final Avhapfani Munyai www.sabcnews.com [ad_2]

Bloodshed in Limpopo: Uncle arrested for niece’s murder, man allegedly kills brother | News24
Two people have been arrested in separate family murders in Limpopo. Be among those who shape the future with knowledge.…

IRR outlines the blueprint for growth at the University of the Free State
The South African economy can perform much better if key barriers are removed, the SA Institute of Race Relations (IRR)…

Free State cricket legend Botha is hanging up his bat
On Thursday, the invaluable all-rounder and former Free State confirmed his retirement OFM Sports. Botha, who made his debut for…

Severe thunderstorms expected: Orange level 6 warning issued for Northern Cape, North West and Free State
It's going to be a cold long weekend across the country. The South African Weather Service has issued an orange…

Freedom Day: Ramaphosa to mark 32 years of SA democracy in the Free State
By Zikhona Miso President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address during the Free State's official Freedom Day celebrations. The…

Ramaphosa praised the role of the Free State in his Freedom Day speech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the Free State as the place where South Africa's fire for freedom was lit. The…

Ramaphosa praised the role of the Free State in his Freedom Day speech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the Free State as the place where South Africa's fire for freedom was lit. The…

SuperSport schools News | Door de overwinning van Navalsig blijft de voetbaltitel van Absa Wildeklawer in de Vrijstaat behouden
The Absa Wildeklawer Football Tournament title remains in the Free State. Dat feit was voor de finale bekend omdat Bloemfontein's…

Ramaphosa praised the role of the Free State in his Freedom Day speech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed the Free State as the place where South Africa's fire for freedom was lit. The…

Freedom Day: Ramaphosa to mark 32 years of SA democracy in the Free State
By Zikhona Miso President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address during the Free State's official Freedom Day celebrations. The…

FMD | Nearly 90 new cases in Free State in one week as vaccination rollout struggles
The number of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) cases continues to increase across South Africa, with a sharp increase in some provinces.…