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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 Social Development hands over vehicle to shelter supporting trafficking and GBV survivors
The Gauteng Department of Social Development has handed over a vehicle to an accredited Tshwane shelter supporting victims of human…

Local girls serve up victory at Gauteng Junior Tennis Championships | Sedibeng Ster
SEDIBENG.- Two local girls, Blessing Mofokeng and Khanyisile Mtetwa, showcased their talent at the Gauteng Junior Tennis Championships held at…

Madlanga commission hears how 999kg cocaine bust unfolded in Gauteng
The Madlanga commission has heard how police intercepted a tonne of cocaine shipped from Brazil to Johannesburg in July 2021…

Gauteng government and DA clash over local governance challenges
A war of words hs erupted.The Gauteng government and the Democratic Alliance have become locked in an escalating political battle…

Gauteng’s financial mismanagement hampers service delivery: R50 billion irregular expenditure
OPINIONAlan Fuchs|Published 16 minutes agoGauteng remains South Africa’s economic engine, yet recent audit outcomes show that the province continues to…

From Homeless to Paradise Road — mapping the future of Gauteng’s local governance
The Gauteng Scenarios 2035, a collaborative project between the Gauteng City-Region Observatory (GCRO) and the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection,…

NPA confident as top Gauteng police officials Ebrahim Kadwa, Feroz Khan and Tariq Downes face court in precious metals case
Gauteng Hawks Head Ebrahim Kadwa, senior Crime Intelligence officer Major-General Feroz Khan, and businessman Tariq Downes have briefly appeared in…

RED STAR READY FOR GAUTENG CAR WARS
What Regional Extreme Festival Round 2 PreviewWhere Red Star Raceway, DelmasWhen Saturday 16 May 2026Community Gauteng Regional Regional Extreme Festival…

SA Hockey IPT 2026 | Southern Gauteng and Western Province Crowned Champions of South Africa
The South African Hockey IPT reached its conclusion at the University of Johannesburg on a cold Saturday night, with two…

Gauteng health dept warns of rising child burn injuries before winter
The Gauteng health department has raised concern about the growing number of children admitted to hospital burns units, warning residents…

WC storms: Roads closed, water supply cut off, thousands affected
Severe weather in the Western Cape over the last five days has left at least six people dead. Moreover, major…

Western Cape flooding death toll rises to 6 as 3 more bodies recovered, 23 rescued | News24
The bodies of three people have been pulled from a building in Rawsonville, following heavy flooding. The bodies were found…

Western Cape energy transition attracts billions in renewable investment
Western Cape energy transition attracts billions in renewable investment By Adrian Ephraim A few years ago, the conversation in most…

Why more travellers are choosing slow travel over fast tours in the Western Cape
If you feel like your holidays have become a frantic race to tick off every landmark on a map, you…

Fear hits kasi after triple murder! | Daily Sun
Bodies of three men were found in Green Park informal settlement near Mfuleni on Monday morning. Photo by Misheck…

Western Cape crime war crippled by detective shortage
The Western Cape is operating with a shortfall of 791 detectives and thousands of vacant SAPS posts, according to provincial…

Celebrating the heroes in scrubs: The Backbone of Healthcare in the Western Cape
Today, on International Nurses Day, we pause to honour the nurses who stand at the heart of healthcare in the…

Trump tariffs could cost Western Cape agriculture R6bn by 2034, report warns | News24
The “crude use of tariffs” by the US could hammer the Western Cape’s agricultural export economy, with a new report…

How mobile clinics are transforming healthcare access in Western Cape farming communities
For years, residents in Western Cape's farming communities faced long walks or unaffordable transport costs to reach healthcare clinics.Mobile clinics…

UPDATE | Checkers Sixty60 suspended in Western, Eastern Cape amid severe weather conditions | News24
A motorist died when a tree fell onto a vehicle in Kenilworth amid severe weather conditions in the Western Cape.…

Today’s weather: Cold front brings rain, flood risk and strong winds in parts of SA
South Africans can expect a chilly and unsettled Wednesday as a cold south-westerly flow continues to affect the southern parts…

Eastern Cape Strong Winds – Pondoland Times
Eastern Cape home with a roof blown away by strong winds Mfanekiso Ngqondweni pondolandtimes.co.za [ad_2]

Bad to worse for two provinces in South Africa where more people are unemployed than working
There are two provinces in South Africa where more people are unemployed than working—with a third on the edge. https://www.facebook.com/BusinessTechSA…

PHOTOS: NSRI rescues 49 people as Eastern Cape floods hit Gamtoos Valley – Inside Metros
Staff Reporter The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) rescued 49 people and an undetermined number of animals during a mass…

Hantavirus outbreak in Eastern Cape? Health department clears the air | The Citizen
Three people from a cruise ship died, and others were transported to SA for medical assistance. The Eastern Cape Department…

South Africa: Several Weather Warnings Issued for Northern, Western, Eastern Cape
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says that very cold, wet, and windy conditions are expected over the southern parts…

South Africa Declares National Disaster Over Severe Weather
The government has declared the severe storms affecting several provinces a national disaster. Six provinces have been affected: the Western Cape,…

Checkers Sixty60 suspended in Western Cape and parts of Eastern Cape | The Citizen
The delivery service has been suspended for the safety of drivers. Checkers Sixty60 has been suspended in the Western Cape…

eNCA News Bite | Severe weather warnings and virus ship evacuated | 11 May 2026
It’s Monday, 11 May 2026, and this is News Bite, your fast, reliable update on South Africa and the world,…

South Africa declare state of disaster, schools close afta days of serious bad weather – BBC News Pidgin
Wia dis foto come from, Lulama Zenzile/Gallo Images via Getty Images11 May 2026, 10:50 WATNew Informate 3 hours wey don…

GroundUp Images: Gallery of high-quality free South African news photos
A photovoltaic power plant near Douglas in the Northern Cape harnesses 22MW of energy from sun, enough to power 14,000…

Wednesday’s weather: Cold, wet, windy in Western and Northern Cape; fine and cool elsewhere | News24
Very cold, wet, windy conditions are forecast for parts of the Western Cape and Northern Cape. Gallo Images/Foto24/Cornel van…

Okiep drill extends copper sulphides in Northern Cape
A new down-dip drill hit at the Okiep Copper Project’s Flat Mine East has intersected visible copper sulphides beneath last…

Drilling highlights more copper mineralisation in South Africa’s Northern Cape
JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – A significant zone of visible copper sulphide mineralisation has been intersected down-dip of a wide zone of…

NC public servants refusing lifestyle audits challenging govt legally
The Northern Cape provincial government said it’s receiving legal challenges from public servants who are refusing to submit themselves to…

From the Northern Cape to the world with wire cars – doccie wins US award | News24
When wire cars first became popular in the 1950s, no one knew they would win awards one day. The…

Pieter du Toit | In a cold, wet Karoo, farmers discuss the future, and seek solutions | News24
About 350 farmers came together in the Northern Cape this week to share ideas and find solutions to pressing problems…

Police request public assistance to locate escaped prisoners in Northern Cape
Police in the Northern Cape seek assistance from the public in tracing two prisoners who escaped from lawful custody on…

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…

GRAF 2025: North West Province to host Africa’s top gaming regulators
This year’s event puts a spotlight on the crucial role South African provinces play in regulating casinos and sports betting,…

the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in North West hosted the 2026 Provincial adjudications in Vryburg
Posts about the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in North West hosted the 2026 Provincial adjudications in Vryburg written…

‘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…

Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni arrested
Well-known Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni has been arrested.The 60-year-old businessman was reportedly taken from his residence by heavily…

Prominent taxi boss Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni netted in Mpumalanga
Eyewitness News has learned that taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni has been arrested. He was arrested by the Special Task…

Gruesome discovery: Body of missing Mpumalanga man found buried in shallow grave
The search for a missing Mpumalanga man ended in horror after police uncovered his body buried in a shallow grave…

Mpumalanga cops face court for ‘taking cash’ from business
Story audio is generated using AI Two law enforcement officers are expected to appear in the Bethal magistrate’s court on…

Mpumalanga teacher sentenced after decade-long career built on fake matric certificate
A former teacher from Mpumalanga, who utilised a fake matric certificate to build a teaching career spanning more than a…

‘In Mpumalanga everything is giant — the crocodiles, the snakes, even the bees are big enough to shoot’
Story audio is generated using AI Police diver Capt Johan “Pottie” Potgieter had a fairly interesting day at work last…

Mpumalanga man accused of killing domestic worker’s toddler because house was not ‘cleaned properly’
Police in Mpumalanga have arrested a 21-year-old man accused of murdering a three-year-old girl after allegedly becoming angry that the…

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

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…

Fuel hikes drive up taxi and bus fares in Limpopo | Review
POLOKWANE – Commuters travelling in and around the city are expected to feel the pinch after taxis, buses and e-hailing…

Limpopo police intensify search for missing toddler
Police in Limpopo have intensified their search for two-year-old toddler Omphile Sethole who was allegedly kidnapped from her home in…

Mother, baby killed in Limpopo crash involving health minister’s official vehicle | News24
A mother and her baby were killed after being struck by Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi’s official vehicle while crossing…

Have you seen her? Limpopo toddler Omphile Sethole still missing
Police in Limpopo are still searching for the missing two-year-old Omphile Sethole, who was snatched from her home on May…

Limpopo police still searching for missing toddler Omphile Sethole
Police in Limpopo are still searching for the missing two-year-old Omphile Sethole, who was snatched from her home on May…

Limpopo man arrested for kidnapping and raping ex-girlfriend after child escapes
Police in the Waterberg District have arrested a 39-year-old man in connection with the kidnapping and rape of his ex-girlfriend…

Limpopo mob justice horror: Six men sentenced to life for burning victims alive
The South African Police Service has welcomed the sentencing of six men to life imprisonment for the brutal mob justice…

All Citizens party draws attention in Limpopo and Gauteng outreach push
A growing political presence for the All Citizens Party is becoming visible in parts of Limpopo and Gauteng, where community…

Multiple people killed in a bus accident in Limpopo
At least eight people have died in a bus crash near Witvlag in Limpopo.  The bus, carrying 61 passengers, was…

Police slam ‘callous’ fake news claiming missing Limpopo toddler Omphile Sethole found dead
Police in Limpopo have condemned the "irresponsible and criminal" spread of misinformation following viral social media reports claiming that missing…

Nel wants to bring muscle to midfield in the Free State derby
The Cheetahs have suffered a significant injury blow, with Zander du Plessis sidelined by an Achilles tendonitis, paving the way…

Cheetahs make bold selection calls for the exciting Free State derby
It's a must-win encounter for both sides, and there's no doubt they'll come out on fire as they chase five…

Vrijstaat strengthens focus on midwives as SOMSA conference heads to Bloemfontein – Bloemfontein Courant
Free State MEC for Health Monyatso Mahlatsi has paid tribute to midwives across the province in celebration of International Day…

Free State Police are appealing for help in identifying the man found in Caledon River
Police in the Free State are appealing for anyone aware of a missing man aged in his 40s to come…

The great Botha of the Free State calls it a day – Bloemfontein Courant
After almost two decades of dedicated service to Free State cricket, Patrick Botha has officially brought down the curtain on…

Free State engineer develops wireless lighting system to improve workplace accessibility
A wireless lighting control system designed by Thabiso Matsemela is helping to improve accessibility for a colleague in the Free…

Free State team’s golden run at SA Kickboxing Championships – Bloemfontein Courant
Free State's kickboxing team performed exceptionally well at the SA National Kickboxing Championship in Oudtshoorn. The team, all members of…

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…