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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…

Westbury shooting: Gauteng Education Department confirms pupil among victims
As gang violence continues in Westbury, Johannesburg, the Gauteng Education Department has expressed its concern about how teachers and learners…

WEATHER: Gauteng heats up to 30°C while Cape Town stays cool and windy
Gauteng is set for a warm and sunny Thursday, while Cape Town will experience a much cooler day with strong…

SAPS probes sexual harassment claims involving 50-year-old Gauteng teacher
JOHANNESBURG - A 57-year-old teacher from a secondary school in Alexandra, North of Johannesburg, has been placed on precautionary suspension…

Gauteng outlines route to improved road safety
Story audio is generated using AI The Gauteng department of roads and transport is stepping up efforts to reduce road…

Chamberlain expands its Gauteng footprint with new East Rand store
Chamberlain’s 10th Gauteng store brings trusted hardware, expert advice and reliable service closer to the Benoni community. Sponsored Content www.news24.com…

WEATHER: Gauteng set for sunny 27°C, Cape Town to be cool and cloudy
Johannesburg and Pretoria are set for a warm, sunny Wednesday, with temperatures climbing into the high 20s, while Cape Town…

Shell-vis Presley is home and ‘All Shook Up’ after unplanned visit to Gauteng
A little hermit crab has returned to his home, where we are sure he is telling all his friends about…

Gauteng police probing fatal weekend mass shooting
Police are investigating a fatal weekend mass shooting in Newclare, in the west of Johannesburg. Three victims, aged between 18…

WEATHER: Gauteng set for scorching Tuesday, Cape Town stays cool and windy
South Africa's weather will offer a sharp contrast on Tuesday, 18 August, with Johannesburg and Pretoria set for plenty of…

KBC bowlers strike gold at Gauteng Open | Krugersdorp News
Desiree Steinhobel in action. Photo: Supplied Members of the Krugersdorp Bowling Club (KBC) made their mark at the Gauteng Open…

Western Cape DBE denies discriminatory admission practices flagged by national department in Parly
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has raised concerns about discriminatory learner admission practices in Western Cape schools, following a…

Kuganha opens in Western Cape with new wellness safari concept
Kuganha has opened in the Western Cape, introducing a luxury wellness safari concept that brings together personal wellness, safari wildlife,…

Lawyers to be embedded in Western Cape police stations to help build ‘watertight’ cases | News24
Premier Alan Winde has welcomed the new project, adding that it will bring much help to the SAPS and criminal…

Western Cape’s New Realm of Remote Luxury: Discover Kuganha in the Karoo
There is a quiet revolution taking place in the Western Cape’s travel sphere. Modern jet-setters are shifting away from rigid,…

Western Cape Premier Winde launches lawyers in police stations project
In a collaborative effort with the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime (GI-TOC),…

Knysna and Western Cape MEC at odds over acting manager amid Hawks probe | News24
The embattled Knysna Local Municipality has rejected allegations that its acting municipal manager, Boy Manqoba Ngubo, is the subject of…

Man shot dead after day-long standoff with police on Western Cape farm
A standoff between police and a gunman on a farm in De Hoop, Robertson, has culminated in the 40-year-old being…

Missing paraglider found dead after overnight search in Western Cape | News24
A missing paraglider was found dead in the Western Cape on Tuesday after failing to return to the designated landing…

SACP prepares to unveil its candidate councillors for local government elections in the Western Cape
The South African Communist Party (SACP) in the Western Cape prepares to unveil its candidate councillors for the upcoming local…

Western Cape farm standoff ends with gunman dead, cop wounded
A standoff between police in Robertson in the Western Cape and a gunman on a farm ended in the death…

Thirteen Major Infrastructure Projects Are Currently on the Go in Eastern Cape, NCOP Hears
The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) delegation to the Eastern Cape has heard that 13 multibillion infrastructure projects are currently…

Vukile completes R76m expansion of Eastern Cape’s Nonesi Mall
The fully pre-let redevelopment adds 3 100m² of retail space and new tenants, including Dis-Chem, Standard Bank and Absa. Terri-ann…

SA courts Chinese tyre companies – and local industry applauds | News24
Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane says the province has been discussing investment with Chinese automakers and tyre companies. Be among…

NCOP Delegation Raises Concern Over Mayors’ Absence During Eastern Cape Oversight Visit
Members of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) delegation to the Eastern Cape have expressed concern over the absence of…

Lehohla calls on Eastern Cape to unlock economic potential – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
Former Statistician General Dr  Pali Lehohla says he believes that the E Cape has a huge potential. sabcnews.com www.sabcnews.com [ad_2]

Learner gives birth in pit toilet at school in Bizana, Eastern Cape – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
The provincial Education Department has confirmed the incident. sabcnews.com www.sabcnews.com [ad_2]

Investment and governance take centre stage at SALGA Eastern Cape Assembly
South African Local Government Association (SALGA) President Bheke Stofile says the Integrated Development Planning (IDP) must be more than compliance…

JOB AD | Vice-chancellor of the University of Fort Hare
The University of Fort Hare (UFH) is a South African national treasure, an African intellectual landmark, and a recognised symbol…

Criminal case opened against Eastern Cape municipal manager over sexual harassment claims | News24
A suspended OR Tambo District Municipality employee has opened a case of sexual assault against municipal manager Basil Mase. OR…

Rajes Pillay Memorial 3rd January 2020
South African History Online. (2026, August 18). Rajes Pillay Memorial 3rd January 2020. South African History Online. https://sahistory.org.za/ref/R-0153649South African History…

Kimberley home cook brings MasterChef crown to Northern Cape
Andrew Benjamin’s MasterChef South Africa victory shined a spotlight on the province’s diverse flavours, food traditions, and emerging culinary talent.…

Cisco, Hanley Group bring digital skills training to Northern Cape schools
Cisco Networking Academy and Hanley Group have collaborated to bring digital skills courses to 235 schools across the Northern Cape.…

Johndro Gous, 31, sentenced to 10 years in prison for stabbing teenager in Northern Cape
A 31-year-old Springbok man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for stabbing a 16-year-old boy in the face…

Northern Cape’s Andrew ‘Benjie Baby’ Benjamin crowned MasterChef South Africa champion
Andrew “Benjie Baby” Benjamin has etched his name in the annals of MasterChef South Africa history by being crowned the…

Andrew Benjamin crowned MasterChef South Africa Season 6 winner
Andrew 'Benjie Baby' Benjamin from Kimberley makes history as the first winner from the Northern Cape in MasterChef South Africa…

SAPS, Higher Education strengthen campus safety with Northern Cape forum launch
The South African Police Service (SAPS), in partnership with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), has launched a…

Northern Cape teacher wins order for over R200,000 in unpaid acting principal allowance
The Northern Cape Department of Education has been ordered to pay a teacher more than R200,000 in outstanding acting allowances…

From wire cars to architecture: How a Northern Cape childhood pastime is inspiring UFS students
What began as a simple childhood pastime in the small Northern Cape town of Philipstown has grown into an annual…

Northern Cape man sentenced to 25 years for raping woman in front of toddler
A 49-year-old Northern Cape man has been sentenced to 25 years’ direct imprisonment in the Kimberley Sexual Offences Court for…

Today’s weather: Damaging winds warning issued as cold conditions grip parts of SA
South Africans can expect another cold winter's day on Friday, with the South African Weather Service issuing a Yellow Level…

North West premier wields axe in cabinet reshuffle, removes education MEC | News24
North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi has announced changes in his provincial executive council. Jeffrey Abrahams/Gallo Images Be among those who…

Illegal mining crisis grips North West province as lawmakers demand action
RUSTENBURG – The North West Provincial Legislature has sounded the alarm over a surge in illegal mining operations and unauthorised…

Court takes action against fraudulent R200 million medical waste tender in North West
An acting judge has set the Hawks and prosecutors on the allegedly fraudulent awarding of an over R200 million tender…

14 zama zamas found dead at disused mine in North West
Story audio is generated using AI Police are responding on Tuesday to the discovery of the bodies of 14 people…

Arthur Adams takes charge of North West policing amid illegal mining and crime challenges
Lieutenant General Arthur Peter Adams takes over as the North West’s new police commissioner with a career spanning specialised tactical…

Agricultural Renaissance: North West sparks job creation, and rural revival in bold R1.29bn budget
The North West Department of Agriculture unveils a transformative R1.29 billion budget for 2026/2027, positioning agriculture as the key driver…

North West under scrutiny as Orbit forced out of home ground!
A STADIUM infrastructure crisis has hit North West, forcing newly promoted PSL club Orbit College FC to play their most…

MTN South Africa invests R150 million to expand connectivity in North West Province
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ANC factions to blame for collapse of North West municipality
The return of a senior official to a struggling North West municipality is viewed dimly by those who have followed…

Premier Mokgosi faces reprimand for tampering with recruitment report in North West
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Ad Hoc Committee has advised that Premier Lazarus Mokgosi should be reprimanded and forfeit a…

Greylings claim double gold in Mpumalanga | Roodepoort Record
Amelda Greyling aims at her target clay. Photo: Supplied It was a successful Women’s Day weekend for Amelda and Faan…

R281m of MTN’s capex budget earmarked for Mpumalanga
Story audio is generated using AI MTN will spend R281m in Mpumalanga this year to strengthen network capacity, expand connectivity…

Sinani United win Forek U17 title in KaBokweni | Mpumalanga News
Sinani United FC beat Bohlabela Sports Academy 4-0 at KaBokweni Stadium on August 9, ending the SAFA Ehlanzeni Forek U17…

Mpumalanga mother loses bid to increase cerebral palsy damages from R600k to R2.5 million after child’s death
The Mpumalanga High Court has dismissed a mother's attempt to increase the damages awarded for her daughter who was born…

MTN South Africa announces R281 million investment in Mpumalanga network
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Mpumalanga communities appeal to Parly to ensure new Water Bill improves their lives
Communities in Mpumalanga have appealed to Parliament to ensure the new Water Services Amendment Bill improves the lived experience of…

Popular international retailer MR.DIY expands to another SA province
International value retailer MR.DIY is continuing its rapid expansion into South Africa, with its first store in Mpumalanga opening later…

Mpumalanga breakdown — when emergency water becomes the permanent supply
In Mpumalanga’s Nkangala District, the Lynnville office water depot in Emalahleni and the Vezubuhle Gundry Water supply in Thembisile Hani…

MEC hands over Lucky Dube Secondary School in Ermelo | Mpumalanga News
The Mpumalanga MEC for education, Lindi Masina, officially handed over a school named in honour of South African reggae legend…

Media Statement: Mpumalanga First to Host Public Submissions on Water Services Amendment Bill
Parliament, Tuesday, 11 August 2026 – The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation will this coming weekend, 14–16 August 2026, hold…

Our classrooms “will collapse on us”, says Limpopo learner
Radzambo Secondary School in Matsila village, Limpopo, is crumbling. The school was built nearly 40 years ago. The community has…

Law student uses NSFAS book money to feed 60 children in Limpopo
A 25-year-old woman from Ga-Mohokoni Village in Limpopo has used her R5,800 NSFAS allowance, meant for buying books for her…

Limpopo police recover suspected stolen vehicles, seize illicit cigarettes
At least seven suspected stolen vehicles and illicit cigarettes worth more than R800,000 have been recovered by Limpopo police during…

Meet Limpopo's New SAPS Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant Gen Scheepers
Polokwane – Lieutenant General Petrus Jan Scheepers is the new South African Police Service (SAPS) Provincial Commissioner of Limpopo. He…

Slain Anti-Gang Unit officer Thapelo Tlometsane to be laid to rest in Limpopo
Acting National Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane described Sibeko’s killing as unacceptable, while confirming that investigations into the attack were progressing.…

Vehicles, livestock, inverters, and illicit cigarettes were confiscated in Limpopo Province by the SA National Defence Force
Vehicles, livestock, inverters, and illicit cigarettes were confiscated in Limpopo Province by the SA National Defence Force…

Limpopo Stars Among Nominees for 19th South African Sport Awards – African Times
Prudence Sekgodiso has been nominated in the Sportswoman of the Year category. Photo: SuppliedLimpopo’s sporting talent has received national recognition,…

Dimpane honours slain officers Tlometsane and Sibeko at Limpopo funeral
Acting National Police Commissioner Puleng Dimpane paid tribute to two police officers gunned down in Reiger Park, praising their courage…

Police halt illegal mining operations at Atok in Limpopo
Limpopo police said they remained committed to disrupting illegal mining activities across the province.   Officers, together with private security,…

Limpopo man sentenced to life for dragging 7-year-old girl into the bushes and raping her
A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a seven-year-old girl in Pulaneng Village, Limpopo, after he…

WHY no one wants to be in the Free State right now
The Free State is currently the worst performing province in South Africa. Citing governance problems and financial failures in virtually…

Two wanted fugitives arrested in Free State after years on the run
The South African Police Provincial Investigation Team (SAPS) in the Free State has arrested two long-wanted suspects during separate operations…

Snow warning reduced for KZN, EC and Free State, but icy conditions remain
Over the past two days, the Eastern Cape, parts of KwaZulu-Natal and areas between the Free State and South Africa's…

Alleged leader of the license plate cartel arrested in the Free State
A man believed to be an IT specialist and part of a cartel behind a multi-million-rand motor vehicle licensing fraud…

DA calls for swift release of LTSM funds to compliant Free State schools
Note to editors: You will find it in attachment English And Sesotho sound fragments Jafta Mokoena MPL And African sound…

Suspected car licensing syndicate leader arrested in Free State
A man suspected of being part of a multimillion-dollar vehicle license fraud syndicate has been arrested in Parys, Free State,…

JUST IN | Alleged leader of the license plate cartel arrested in the Free State
A man believed to be an IT specialist and part of a cartel behind a multi-million-rand motor vehicle licensing fraud…

The foot and mouth outbreak continues to disrupt the livestock trade in the Free State
“Farmers are getting lower prices because they cannot move their livestock. As a result, they have fewer animals available to…

Three foreigners arrested in major drug bust in Free State
Three foreigners have been arrested and a significant quantity of suspected crystal meth and Mandrax were seized during an intelligence-led…

Police rescue kidnapping victim in Free State
JOHANNESBURG - Police have rescued a 29-year-old kidnap victim and arrested six suspects in Welcome in the Free State. The…