KZN
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Two Additional KZN Men Test Positive for Mpox, Raising National Case Count to 22 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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IN PICS|Defence frustrated as Vusi Matlala held outside Gauteng, pre-trial hearing postponed IN PICS|Defence frustrated as Vusi Matlala held outside Gauteng, pre-trial hearing postponed
Controversial businessman Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala’s pre-trial hearing was postponed in the Johannesburg high court on Friday after his defence raised… -
No pay, no transport: Gauteng learners left stranded as strike continues No pay, no transport: Gauteng learners left stranded as strike continues
JOHANNESBURG - Subsidised Gauteng scholar transport service providers have rejected the provincial Education Department’s request to resume operations.During a meeting… -
Gauteng High Court rules against body corporate in homeowner’s R1.4 million levy dispute Gauteng High Court rules against body corporate in homeowner’s R1.4 million levy dispute
A Johannesburg body corporate’s attempt to seize a homeowner’s property and have her estate sequestrated over unpaid levies has fallen… -
‘Love your city, vote DA’: Zille slams small parties at Gauteng North congress ‘Love your city, vote DA’: Zille slams small parties at Gauteng North congress
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has continued its criticism of small parties, claiming that the splitting of votes does not achieve… -
Re-elected Gauteng North chair wants to grow DA supporter base in Tshwane townships Re-elected Gauteng North chair wants to grow DA supporter base in Tshwane townships
The Democratic Alliance (DA)’s newly re-elected Gauteng North regional chairperson Crezane Bosch said she wants to grow the party’s supporter… -
Gauteng metros owed millions as MEC Maile moves to dock officials’ salaries Gauteng metros owed millions as MEC Maile moves to dock officials’ salaries
Gauteng Finance MEC Lebohang Maile said that the province's major cities are owed millions in rates and taxes by officials… -
MEC Maile reveals Gauteng councillors owe millions MEC Maile reveals Gauteng councillors owe millions
JOHANNESBURG - Councillors in Gauteng owe R5.5 million to municipalities.Metros of Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni account for the majority of… -
Three injured as transformer explodes in New Doornfontein, Gauteng Three injured as transformer explodes in New Doornfontein, Gauteng
Three people were injured after a room collapsed, caused by a transformer fire in New Doornfontein in Johannesburg. The City of… -
Gauteng orders mandatory safety inspections for all scholar transport vehicles Gauteng orders mandatory safety inspections for all scholar transport vehicles
The roadworthiness of school transport operators in Gauteng will be tested during a mandatory inspection this month. In a brief… -
Gauteng crime prevention wardens declared peace officers to enhance public safety Gauteng crime prevention wardens declared peace officers to enhance public safety
In a significant development for public safety and law enforcement in Gauteng, the province’s Crime Prevention Wardens, commonly known as…
Western Cape
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Dam Levels at 50%: Western Cape urges water conservation following national disaster declaration Dam Levels at 50%: Western Cape urges water conservation following national disaster declaration
Western Cape Local Government MEC Anton Bredell says the province must act proactively to manage its water resources. This follows… -
National disaster declared over Cape drought challenges National disaster declared over Cape drought challenges
The Western Cape Government has welcomed the national disaster declaration over growing water security challenges in various parts of the… -
Western Cape’s call for urgent rail devolution amid national transport reforms Western Cape’s call for urgent rail devolution amid national transport reforms
The Western Cape has welcomed what it describes as bold, forward-looking national transport reforms, saying they align closely with provincial… -
Western Cape police uncover illegal brewery in Kraaifontein Western Cape police uncover illegal brewery in Kraaifontein
CAPE TOWN - Western Cape police have uncovered a brewery while searching for illegal firearms in Kraaifontein.The illegal alcohol manufacturing… -
“There are good people out there who want to do good things” – How healthcare… “There are good people out there who want to do good things” – How healthcare services are being taken to rural Western Cape farms
In the onion fields at Dutoit Agri’s Kromfontein farm, Annah Khontsiwe chats with farmworkers after educating them about the risks… -
Govt declares national disaster in Cape provinces Govt declares national disaster in Cape provinces
The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) has declared the drought in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and… -
Shining Stars and Stunning Comebacks headline Switch Schools SA20 Western Cape Regionals Shining Stars and Stunning Comebacks headline Switch Schools SA20 Western Cape Regionals
The men from Höer Jongenskool Paarl (otherwise known as Paarl Boys’ High or simply Boishaai) and the ladies from Höer… -
WCED finds no link between live wires and Klapmuts pupil’s death WCED finds no link between live wires and Klapmuts pupil’s death
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) said no evidence has been found to support claims that live electrical wires were… -
SAC-E calls for investigation into WCED’s R4 million spending spree SAC-E calls for investigation into WCED’s R4 million spending spree
The Special Action Committee – Education (SAC-E), which has been driving the call for former Heathfield High School principal, Wesley… -
Area monitored for flare-ups after Hout Bay, Llandudno blaze finally put out | News24 Area monitored for flare-ups after Hout Bay, Llandudno blaze finally put out | News24
After battling for around 12 hours, Cape Town firefighters have finally extinguished the blaze that raged in Hout Bay…
Eastern Cape
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Storm leaves trail of destruction at Macosa Village, Eastern Cape – SABC News – Breaking… Storm leaves trail of destruction at Macosa Village, Eastern Cape – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
At least 20 houses were badly damaged during the storm. Fundiswa Mhlekude www.sabcnews.com [ad_2] -
East London and Graaff-Reinet are officially no more East London and Graaff-Reinet are officially no more
The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture has gazetted official name changes for geographic features and towns in South Africa,… -
One kidnapping suspect dead, two arrested in Eastern Cape | The Citizen One kidnapping suspect dead, two arrested in Eastern Cape | The Citizen
The incident follows an intelligence led investigation linked to multiple kidnapping and armed robbery cases. A kidnapping suspect has been… -
Eastern Cape hospitals’ CEOs defend protocol breach during King Dalindyebo’s Israel delegation visit Eastern Cape hospitals’ CEOs defend protocol breach during King Dalindyebo’s Israel delegation visit
“We accepted Israel’s donation because we did not want to be seen as defying AbaThembu King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo, who called… -
Here are the South African towns that could soon have new names Here are the South African towns that could soon have new names
South Africa is on the brink of another wave of geographical renaming, with several well known Eastern Cape towns set… -
East London, Graaff-Reinet among 21 SA towns set for renaming East London, Graaff-Reinet among 21 SA towns set for renaming
East London will officially be renamed KuGompo City, while Graaff-Reinet will become Robert Sobukwe Town, following the approval of 21… -
Eastern Cape premier condemns Israel’s offer Eastern Cape premier condemns Israel’s offer
Israel’s offer to assist the Eastern Cape with water, healthcare, and agriculture expertise on Friday, 23 January, was flatly condemned by provincial Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane as soon as he heard about it. Rather… -
East London is getting a new name East London is getting a new name
East London in South Africa's Eastern Cape province is set to be renamed KuGompo City. Another prominent town, Graaff-Reinet, is… -
Eastern Cape: KuGompo City and Sobukwe Town approved Eastern Cape: KuGompo City and Sobukwe Town approved
A long-running debate over place names in the Eastern Cape has taken a decisive step forward, with East London and… -
Schools in Kariega in EC left stranded after local stadium vandalised – SABC News –… Schools in Kariega in EC left stranded after local stadium vandalised – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality says the stadium has been subjected to vandalism over the years. SABC Radio www.sabcnews.com [ad_2]
Northern Cape
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Brenda Mafunisa makes history as Northern Cape’s first CAF-certified professional Brenda Mafunisa makes history as Northern Cape’s first CAF-certified professional
BRENDA Mafunisa has made Northern Cape history by becoming the first professional from the province to obtain a qualification recognised… -
Plant ‘missing’ for 200 years rediscovered in Northern Cape Plant ‘missing’ for 200 years rediscovered in Northern Cape
A long-lost plant, Prismatocarpus fastigiatus, which has been “missing” for close to 200 years, has been rediscovered in the Nieuwoudtville… -
IDC invests R325m in Northern Cape rare-earths project | News24 IDC invests R325m in Northern Cape rare-earths project | News24
Manganese ore falls from a conveyor to a stockpile at the port in Port Hedland, Australia. Ian Waldie/Bloomberg… -
Northern Cape’s Ricardo Fitzpatrick sets sights on eighth national bench press championship Northern Cape’s Ricardo Fitzpatrick sets sights on eighth national bench press championship
NORTHERN Cape strongman Ricardo Fitzpatrick continues to assert his dominance on the national powerlifting stage after an outstanding performance at… -
Northern Cape reserves limited foot-and-mouth vaccines for emergencies Northern Cape reserves limited foot-and-mouth vaccines for emergencies
WHILE the Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform is on high alert for foot-and-mouth disease (FMD)… -
BHP bets $500,000 on Orion’s Northern Cape copper exploration BHP bets $500,000 on Orion’s Northern Cape copper exploration
The Northern Cape could be sitting pretty on a potential critical mineral powerhouse as untapped copper reserves garner growing attention… -
Thrilling Northern Cape Fours Qualifiers showcase bowling excellence in Kimberley’s sweltering heat Thrilling Northern Cape Fours Qualifiers showcase bowling excellence in Kimberley’s sweltering heat
KIMBERLEY was the centre of excitement this past weekend as teams from across the district battled for supremacy in the… -
BHP backs Orion Minerals’ Northern Cape exploration – Miningmx BHP backs Orion Minerals’ Northern Cape exploration – Miningmx
BHP, the world’s largest miner, announced today that it is partnering with JSE and ASX-listed Orion Minerals to advance Orion’s… -
Northern Cape municipal manager convicted of fraud after giving herself a salary increase | News24 Northern Cape municipal manager convicted of fraud after giving herself a salary increase | News24
A former manager of Phokwane Local Municipality was convicted of fraud and the contravention of the Municipal Finance Management… -
Northern Cape telescope cracks cosmic code surrounding ‘phoenix’ star Northern Cape telescope cracks cosmic code surrounding ‘phoenix’ star
AN INTERNATIONAL team of astronomers has used the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT), located at the South African Astronomical Observatory…
North West
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Ramaphosa expands SIU probe into North West security contracts | News24 Ramaphosa expands SIU probe into North West security contracts | News24
President Cyril Ramaphosa Luba Lesolle/ Gallo Images The extended probe will assess whether proper procurement procedures were followed and… -
‘Ditsobotla is a crime scene’: North West’s troubled municipalities face fresh scrutiny | News24 ‘Ditsobotla is a crime scene’: North West’s troubled municipalities face fresh scrutiny | News24
North West Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Oageng Molapisi has rejected dissolving the councils plagued by corruption and poor… -
Watch: Lion jumps off truck near Lichtenburg in the North West – LNN – Network… Watch: Lion jumps off truck near Lichtenburg in the North West – LNN – Network News
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Three arrested, including a teenage girl, for hijacking a Botswana woman in North West Three arrested, including a teenage girl, for hijacking a Botswana woman in North West
Police in the North West have arrested three suspects, including a 17-year-old girl, following the hijacking and robbery of a… -
COSATU threatens legal action against North West Transport Investment over unpaid salaries COSATU threatens legal action against North West Transport Investment over unpaid salaries
The Labour Federation, the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), has threatened to take the embattled North West Transport… -
WATCH | A decade of déjà vu: The ANC’s recycled promises in the North West… WATCH | A decade of déjà vu: The ANC’s recycled promises in the North West | News24
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa. The ANC’s 2026 January 8 statement is not merely a vision for the future. It is… -
SAHRC reveals systemic failures and R1 billion corruption in North West scholar transport SAHRC reveals systemic failures and R1 billion corruption in North West scholar transport
As schools reopen across the country, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has released a damning report on Monday,… -
WATCH | Mashatile dismisses claims of ANC instability in North West | News24 WATCH | Mashatile dismisses claims of ANC instability in North West | News24
Deputy President Paul Mashatile says ANC divisions in North West have largely been resolved. Be among those who shape the… -
South African province shocks with highest alcohol price hike South African province shocks with highest alcohol price hike
South Africans planning their end-of-year celebrations face starkly different budgets depending on where they live, as new data reveals massive… -
Mbalula warns ANC councillors: Deliver services, not ‘big English’ in North West Mbalula warns ANC councillors: Deliver services, not ‘big English’ in North West
ANC Secretary General (SG) Fikile Mbalula has delivered a stern message to councillors in the North West, urging them to…
Mpumalanga
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Ramaphosa pledges national support to assist Mpumalanga flood victims Ramaphosa pledges national support to assist Mpumalanga flood victims
President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed that the national government will step in and assist flood-stricken Mpumalanga, as it recovers from… -
Tuesday’s weather: Heavy rain in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, thundershowers in 8 provinces | News24 Tuesday’s weather: Heavy rain in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, thundershowers in 8 provinces | News24
Disruptive rain leading to flooding is expected to continue in parts of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, while thunderstorms can be… -
Limpopo, Mpumalanga floods: Teens reported missing, man’s body found | News24 Limpopo, Mpumalanga floods: Teens reported missing, man’s body found | News24
Search and rescue teams in Limpopo are racing against time to locate four people who are missing after they were… -
Relief in the skies, ruin on the ground as deadly floods kill 37 and trigger… Relief in the skies, ruin on the ground as deadly floods kill 37 and trigger national disaster status
After a week of heavy rain, driven by a low-pressure system that began in Mozambique but quickly progressed into the… -
Mop-up operations underway in flood-hit Mpumalanga Mop-up operations underway in flood-hit Mpumalanga
MBOMBELA - As mop-up operations continue in flood-stricken Mpumalanga, the province has recorded 20 deaths.Over 1,300 houses, roads, and public… -
FLOOD WARNING: SA Weather Service forecasts continued heavy rain across Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Gauteng FLOOD WARNING: SA Weather Service forecasts continued heavy rain across Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Gauteng
The South African Weather Service says inclement weather is expected to continue this week, particularly in the western parts of… -
Two bodies found wrapped in blankets near Mpumalanga mine | News24 Two bodies found wrapped in blankets near Mpumalanga mine | News24
Two bodies believed to be those of illegal miners were found near Lily Mine in Low’s Creek, Mpumalanga, on Tuesday.… -
Floods derail start of 2026 classes in Limpopo and Mpumalanga — hundreds of schools shut Floods derail start of 2026 classes in Limpopo and Mpumalanga — hundreds of schools shut
Over the past week, large swathes of Limpopo and Mpumalanga have been battered by relentless torrential rains, turning the highly… -
Pupil killed at Mpumalanga school Pupil killed at Mpumalanga school
A 19-year-old grade 11 pupil has been fatally stabbed at MD Moetanalo Secondary School in the Steve Tshwete municipality in… -
South Africa floods kill 38 in Limpopo and Mpumalanga | Africanews South Africa floods kill 38 in Limpopo and Mpumalanga | Africanews
South Africa’s Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, says the death toll from the recent floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga has…
Limpopo
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Limpopo Hopes COSAFA Football Event Will Spur Economic Growth Limpopo Hopes COSAFA Football Event Will Spur Economic Growth
37 By Mpho Moloi Polokwane – Limpopo province is set to welcome teams from across Southern Africa for the HOLLYWOODBETS… -
Shabba Comes To The Aid Of Limpopo Flood Victims Shabba Comes To The Aid Of Limpopo Flood Victims
Kaizer Chiefs legend Siphiwe Tshabalala provided some aid relief to flood victims in Limpopo through his foundation. Check it out!… -
Limpopo cyclist steps back from professional cycling | Herald Limpopo cyclist steps back from professional cycling | Herald
TZANEEN – Insect Science Cycling marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter as Alan… -
Limpopo flooding: National Disaster Management Centre roped in to recover 5 people Limpopo flooding: National Disaster Management Centre roped in to recover 5 people
Additional rescuers from the National Disaster Management Centre arrived in Limpopo on Friday to support ongoing search-and-recovery operations for five… -
Limpopo Sport Awards launched to honour top athletes | Review Limpopo Sport Awards launched to honour top athletes | Review
POLOKWANE – The MEC for Sport, Jerry Maseko, officially launched the 2025 Limpopo Sport Awards at Silver Exclusive Lodge last… -
Limpopo ANC leadership battle intensifies as branches call the shots | News24 Limpopo ANC leadership battle intensifies as branches call the shots | News24
Five regions manoeuvre for representation in top provincial positions. Norman Masungwini www.news24.com [ad_2] -
Tragedy in Limpopo: Investigation into farmer’s alleged murder of local man intensifies Tragedy in Limpopo: Investigation into farmer’s alleged murder of local man intensifies
Authorities in Limpopo are on the hunt for suspects following the shocking killing of a 51-year-old man, Joseph Machipi, who… -
R7,9 billion needed to fix roads and infrastructure in Limpopo R7,9 billion needed to fix roads and infrastructure in Limpopo
POLOKWANE - It will cost nearly R8 billion to fix roads and infrastructure in Limpopo.The province has been battered by… -
‘The perils of climate change’: Call for better disaster response strategies in the wake of… ‘The perils of climate change’: Call for better disaster response strategies in the wake of Mpumalanga and Limpopo floods
In a plea for action, Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane has called for a comprehensive framework aimed at mitigating the… -
Family clings to hope as search for missing businessman continues in Limpopo Family clings to hope as search for missing businessman continues in Limpopo
The Star Reporter|Updated 1 week agoThe family of Nur Ali Nur, a businessman whose vehicle was swept away by an…
Free State
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Free State factory manager arrested for extorting R50,000 from subcontractor Free State factory manager arrested for extorting R50,000 from subcontractor
A Free State factory manager accused of extorting money from his workplace to buy himself a car has been arrested.A… -
Free State father charged after son was found dead under bed Free State father charged after son was found dead under bed
A Free State man has been charged with murdering his six-year-old son and hiding his body under a bed. The… -
Interview | Free State power giant’s debt portfolio reaches R1.1 billion amid escalating cable theft… Interview | Free State power giant’s debt portfolio reaches R1.1 billion amid escalating cable theft crisis | News24
Centlec CEO Malefane Sekoboto talks about the energy company's performance. Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Discover… -
Sundelson wins play-off and wins Free State Open | Vaalweekly Sundelson wins play-off and wins Free State Open | Vaalweekly
VAALPARK – An exciting three-way play-off between Judd Sundelson (23), Leonard Swart and Juan Zander Coetzee set the stage for… -
Rescued lions safely moved to the Free State Reserve after devastating fires in the Western… Rescued lions safely moved to the Free State Reserve after devastating fires in the Western Cape
After a long and tiring 18-hour journey from Stanford in the Western Cape to Bethlehem in the Free State, five… -
The Free State Nursing School welcomes 400 new students – SABC News – Latest news,… The Free State Nursing School welcomes 400 new students – SABC News – Latest news, special reports, world, business and sports coverage of all South African current affairs. Africa’s news leader.
The Free State School of Nursing welcomed almost 400 new students for training. Ishmael Modiba www.sabcnews.com [ad_2] -
Police arrest a serial rapist in the Free State Police arrest a serial rapist in the Free State
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has successfully arrested a 55-year-old man allegedly linked to a series of rapes and… -
Rescued lions safely moved to the Free State Reserve after devastating fires in the Western… Rescued lions safely moved to the Free State Reserve after devastating fires in the Western Cape
After a long and tiring 18-hour journey from Stanford in the Western Cape to Bethlehem in the Free State, five… -
Free State Open at Heron Banks | Vaalweekly Free State Open at Heron Banks | Vaalweekly
A player plays a great approach shot from the bunker. Photo: Ettienne van Rensburg VAALPARK – The lush fairways and… -
Severed arm sparks search for remains of body in Free State | News24 Severed arm sparks search for remains of body in Free State | News24
Police have launched an investigation in the Free State after a decomposing arm was found in an open field near…