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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Gauteng implements soft water restrictions to prevent system collapse Gauteng implements soft water restrictions to prevent system collapse
Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo, says the Gauteng province will implement soft water restrictions in areas already… -
DA urges water licence relaxation amid Gauteng crisis, calls for disaster funding DA urges water licence relaxation amid Gauteng crisis, calls for disaster funding
The DA has called for the department of water and sanitation to issue a temporary dispensation for a relaxation of… -
DA threatens legal action over Gauteng water crisis DA threatens legal action over Gauteng water crisis
The DA has called for honest communication from the government at local and national levels after the water crisis that… -
Reservoir ‘throttling and load-shifting’ as Gauteng tries to fix dry taps Reservoir ‘throttling and load-shifting’ as Gauteng tries to fix dry taps
The Gauteng government says it has established a “war room” to stabilise water supply in the province.With many suburbs without… -
Lesufi denies using state power against rival in ANC Gauteng chair race Lesufi denies using state power against rival in ANC Gauteng chair race
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi. (File photo) “Hogwash” is how Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has described the allegations that he is… -
Gauteng scrambles to place 1,100 pupils, a month into academic year Gauteng scrambles to place 1,100 pupils, a month into academic year
Almost a month into the 2026 academic year, the Gauteng department of education says 1,174 pupils are still waiting for… -
Gauteng Guineas stars feel handicappers’ whip | The Citizen Gauteng Guineas stars feel handicappers’ whip | The Citizen
Splittheeights now SA's top-rated three-year-old. Saturday was a turning point in the careers of a number of young racehorses. For… -
Road blockades and burning tyres in Germiston as unpaid scholar transport crisis continues Road blockades and burning tyres in Germiston as unpaid scholar transport crisis continues
Frustrated parents and learners blockaded roads with burning tyres in Primrose this week after scholar transport operators halted services over… -
SADAG brings teen suicide prevention directly to Gauteng schools SADAG brings teen suicide prevention directly to Gauteng schools
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) is stepping up efforts to tackle teen suicide by taking prevention programmes… -
At least 1,000 Gauteng learners still not placed in schools At least 1,000 Gauteng learners still not placed in schools
At least 1,000 pupils in Gauteng have still not been placed in schools, nearly two months after the start of…
Western Cape
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This is how much the Western Cape government spent on litigation in seven years This is how much the Western Cape government spent on litigation in seven years
The Western Cape Government has spent almost R200 million fighting court battles over the past seven years.This is according to… -
Western Cape High Court sentences uncle to nine years for nephew’s murder Western Cape High Court sentences uncle to nine years for nephew’s murder
A man who murdered his three-year-old nephew by repeatedly striking him with bricks against his head will serve nine years… -
Star College Cape Town shines as one of province’s best schools Star College Cape Town shines as one of province’s best schools
Star Colleges’ Academic Consistency Earns Top Three Ranking in Western CapeStar Colleges have once again ranked among the top three… -
Western Cape children face dual nutrition crisis Western Cape children face dual nutrition crisis
A new study led by the University of Cape Town (UCT) has found that young children in the Western Cape… -
The Western Cape’s Season of World-Class Sporting Spectacles The Western Cape’s Season of World-Class Sporting Spectacles
The Western Cape is firmly cementing its reputation as a premier global sporting destination this season. From the rugged mountain… -
JCPS officials urge Western Cape residents to report more crime JCPS officials urge Western Cape residents to report more crime
Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster officials have encouraged the public to report more crime in the Western Cape.… -
Water insecurity a business risk in the Western Cape, says Alan Winde Water insecurity a business risk in the Western Cape, says Alan Winde
Water insecurity a business risk in the Western Cape, says Alan Winde By Adrian Ephraim THE Western Cape’s drought has… -
Western Cape sets up roadblocks to limit animal movement Western Cape sets up roadblocks to limit animal movement
WESTERN CAPE - Western Cape Agriculture MEC, Ivan Meyer, says roadblocks have been set up across the province to restrict… -
Nordex supplying 33 wind turbines to private projects in Western Cape Nordex supplying 33 wind turbines to private projects in Western Cape
Wind turbine technology provider Nordex Energy South Africa (NESA) is supplying 33 wind turbines to the Zen and Bergriver wind… -
Western Cape places over 26,000 late learners in January after admissions surge Western Cape places over 26,000 late learners in January after admissions surge
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has placed more than 26,000 learners since the start of the 2026 school year,…
Eastern Cape
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Seven perish in Eastern Cape N2 crash – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports,… Seven perish in Eastern Cape N2 crash – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa’s news leader.
The seven were confirmed dead on the scene while two other occupants were sent to Grey Hospital. Nandipha Plaatjie www.sabcnews.com… -
VW responds to reports of factory closure in South Africa VW responds to reports of factory closure in South Africa
VW has responded to reports claiming it may close down its factory in South Africa. https://www.facebook.com/TopAutoSA/ topauto.co.za [ad_2] -
Volkswagen denies plan to close Kariega factory – Scrolla.Africa Volkswagen denies plan to close Kariega factory – Scrolla.Africa
By Anita Dangazele Reports claimed Volkswagen might close its Kariega factory in the Eastern Cape, putting nearly 4,000 direct jobs… -
Eastern Cape murder rate: Around 11 lives lost daily over 3 months – despite crime… Eastern Cape murder rate: Around 11 lives lost daily over 3 months – despite crime drop | News24
The Eastern Cape recorded 1 032 murders between July and September 2025, averaging 11 per day, down 283 from the… -
Storms kill two and leave hundreds homeless in Eastern Cape – Scrolla.Africa Storms kill two and leave hundreds homeless in Eastern Cape – Scrolla.Africa
By Anita Dangazele Lathitha Nako, 18, was killed by lightning in her home in Lusikisiki. A second person died in… -
Tropical storm not a threat to SA, severe weather conditions forecast in multiple provinces |… Tropical storm not a threat to SA, severe weather conditions forecast in multiple provinces | News24
The South African Weather Service said it is monitoring a tropical storm off the east coast. The South African… -
Germany Targets Eastern Cape Seafood Industry Expansion into the European Union Market Germany Targets Eastern Cape Seafood Industry Expansion into the European Union Market
A German delegation on a Seafood Sourcing Mission to South Africa touched down in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday last… -
Eastern Cape Food-Poisoning Tragedy Shows State Failure to Keep Children Safe Eastern Cape Food-Poisoning Tragedy Shows State Failure to Keep Children Safe
ActionSA is deeply shocked by the alleged deaths of two children and the further hospitalisation of five more children following… -
South Africa: Severe Storm Warning Issued for Western Cape – South African News Briefs –… South Africa: Severe Storm Warning Issued for Western Cape – South African News Briefs – February 9, 2025
Severe Storm Warning Issued for Western Cape The South African Weather Service has issued a Yellow Level 4 warning… -
German delegation scouts EC seafood producers for European export opportunities German delegation scouts EC seafood producers for European export opportunities
A German delegation on a Seafood Sourcing Mission to South Africa touched down in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday last…
Northern Cape
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DA calls on Northern Cape Cricket to account for loss of T20 status and decline… DA calls on Northern Cape Cricket to account for loss of T20 status and decline in sports tourism
As the province continues to lose out on significant sports tourism investments, the Democratic Alliance (DA) has urged the Chairperson… -
Connecting young Indian professionals: A new network launches in the Western and Northern Cape Connecting young Indian professionals: A new network launches in the Western and Northern Cape
Lilita Gcwabe|Published 20 minutes agoMore than 100 guests gathered at the Raj Hotel on Tuesday for the official launch of… -
Northern Cape Bowls’ champions battle through extreme heat conditions Northern Cape Bowls’ champions battle through extreme heat conditions
Kimberley welcomed four qualifiers from across the district this past weekend as teams competed for top honours in the Northern… -
Urgent quarantine in Northern Cape as first suspected Foot and Mouth Disease case emerges Urgent quarantine in Northern Cape as first suspected Foot and Mouth Disease case emerges
A FARM in Kuruman has been placed under quarantine following a possible outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). The Red Meat Producers'… -
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…
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
A video showing an adult male lion jumping off a moving truck in Bakerville near Lichtenburg in the North West… -
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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Mentally challenged man mauled to death by pit bulls in Mpumalanga Mentally challenged man mauled to death by pit bulls in Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga police in Waterval Boven are investigating an inquest after a man was mauled to death by pit bulls in… -
Residents urged to evacuate as Mpumalanga’s Senteeko Dam faces imminent collapse Residents urged to evacuate as Mpumalanga’s Senteeko Dam faces imminent collapse
Fears of an imminent dam collapse in Mpumalanga are mounting following a warning by the Department of Water and Sanitation.… -
Alarm raised over dilapidated state of Mpumalanga hospital Alarm raised over dilapidated state of Mpumalanga hospital
MBOMBELA - The Portfolio Committee on Health has raised alarm over the dire state of Mapulaneng Hospital in Mpumalanga.The Committee… -
Man narrowly escapes death in Mpumalanga restaurant shooting Man narrowly escapes death in Mpumalanga restaurant shooting
Mpumalanga police are investigating a case of attempted murder after a man narrowly escaped death when he was shot multiple… -
Sasol 1 beats Sasol 2 in the Mpumalanga Premier League 50 overs played in Secunda… Sasol 1 beats Sasol 2 in the Mpumalanga Premier League 50 overs played in Secunda | Ridge Times
Sasol 1 bowler JP van Zyl bowls out Sasol 2 batsman Jayden van Heerden. Photo: Kerry Bird Sasol 1 and… -
71-year-old man arrested for murder following water access dispute in Mpumalanga 71-year-old man arrested for murder following water access dispute in Mpumalanga
Police in Mpumalanga have arrested a 71-year-old man for the murder of a 33-year-old man following a dispute over access… -
Mpumalanga malaria cases fall after flood-driven spike | News24 Mpumalanga malaria cases fall after flood-driven spike | News24
Malaria cases in Mpumalalnga are on the decline following a sharp increase after the recent floods. Supplied/Promise Marupeng The… -
14 trucks used to steal coal from Mpumalanga mine, say police 14 trucks used to steal coal from Mpumalanga mine, say police
Two drivers are expected in court on Monday after a security company intercepted four of 14 trucks transporting coal allegedly… -
SAFCOL loses R20 million annually to timber theft and illegal mining in Mpumalanga SAFCOL loses R20 million annually to timber theft and illegal mining in Mpumalanga
The South African Forestry Company Limited (SAFCOL) is losing almost R20 million a year to timber theft by organised syndicates,… -
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…
Limpopo
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Limpopo artists want Dr Nel murder case moved to provincial SAPS Limpopo artists want Dr Nel murder case moved to provincial SAPS
The Limpopo Artists Movement (LAM) has called for the murder case of the late Lekompo artist Dr Nel to be… -
Flood-hit Limpopo remains in ‘active disaster phase’ as schools and clinics battle Flood-hit Limpopo remains in ‘active disaster phase’ as schools and clinics battle
The road from the town of Giyani to Mapayeni village in Limpopo ends abruptly in a stretch of water just… -
Highly decorated SAPS detective Colonel Somo appointed to lead Limpopo taxi violence unit Highly decorated SAPS detective Colonel Somo appointed to lead Limpopo taxi violence unit
Colonel Lesibana Sylvester Somo has been appointed to lead the Limpopo provincial taxi violence unit, bringing more than 30 years… -
‘At least justice did not fail me’: Limpopo acid attack survivor welcomes 20-year sentence ‘At least justice did not fail me’: Limpopo acid attack survivor welcomes 20-year sentence
A Limpopo woman, Mmapeu Neo Hlanga, from Zebediela, who was badly injured in an acid attack, says she is breathing… -
Hero community health worker in Mbuala, Limpopo, delivers baby during flood disaster Hero community health worker in Mbuala, Limpopo, delivers baby during flood disaster
On Wednesday, 14 January, floods caused by a low-pressure system that began in Mozambique, but quickly moved into the neighbouring… -
SAPS launches manhunt for Zimbabwean man after girlfriend’s fatal stabbing in Limpopo SAPS launches manhunt for Zimbabwean man after girlfriend’s fatal stabbing in Limpopo
Police in Limpopo are searching for a Zimbabwean national who allegedly stabbed his girlfriend to death during a domestic dispute… -
Limpopo short film confronts the topic of bullying | Herald Limpopo short film confronts the topic of bullying | Herald
LIMPOPO – Samsrec Productions’ new short film, Nhlamulo, explores the long-term psychological impact of bullying and how unresolved trauma can… -
Wrong turn: Limpopo man arrested for stealing boss’s Land Cruiser V8 and crashing it into… Wrong turn: Limpopo man arrested for stealing boss’s Land Cruiser V8 and crashing it into a house
A 23-year-old man has been arrested in Limpopo after he was allegedly involved in a burglary and the unauthorised use… -
Limpopo attorney loses R400,0000 claim against clerk after dispute over comment on wedding ring Limpopo attorney loses R400,0000 claim against clerk after dispute over comment on wedding ring
The Limpopo High Court in Polokwane has dismissed an appeal by an attorney who sought damages from a court clerk… -
Teenager’s discovery of live ammunition at school leads to relative’s arrest in Limpopo Teenager’s discovery of live ammunition at school leads to relative’s arrest in Limpopo
A 15-year-old teenager inadvertently led police to the arrest of his 37-year-old male relative in Limpopo for the possession of…
Free State
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MEC Elzabe Rockman details Free State’s foot and mouth control plan MEC Elzabe Rockman details Free State’s foot and mouth control plan
During an engagement session organized by the Free State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development at the Harry Gwala Multi-Purpose… -
Nyhontso ends red tape as 58 Free State beneficiaries receive title deeds Nyhontso ends red tape as 58 Free State beneficiaries receive title deeds
Progress on land reforms has been far too slow, says Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development Mzwanele Nyhontso. He… -
Free State reports 35 new cases of FMD Free State reports 35 new cases of FMD
Following the South African animal health milestone on Friday 6 February with the delivery of the first locally produced foot-and-mouth… -
Alleged Free State serial rapist arrested – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world,… Alleged Free State serial rapist arrested – SABC News – Breaking news, special reports, world, business and sports coverage of all South African current affairs. Africa’s news leader.
The suspect was arrested while allegedly raping a woman at a grave in Mangaung. Viola May www.sabcnews.com [ad_2] -
Fatal late-night crash claims five lives in Free State | The citizen Fatal late-night crash claims five lives in Free State | The citizen
The police have started an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident. A late-night traffic accident has claimed the lives… -
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…