Alex Soleil van Heerden, a 26-year-old Johannesburg attorney, was rescued safely in Vosloorus on Thursday night after being abducted outside her Northcliff home on August 5, 2026. According to Specialised Security Services investigator Mike Bolhuis, she was rescued less than 28 hours after being forced into a white Renault hatchback by at least three suspects … Read more
eThekwini Mayor Cyril Xaba led a municipal delegation on Monday to visit the family of Celani Zungu, who allegedly died after being run over by a municipal water tanker in Adams Mission, south of Durban. The fatal incident occurred on Sunday, prompting the South African Police Service to open a culpable homicide case as investigations … Read more
A man believed to be an IT specialist linked to a motor vehicle licensing fraud cartel has been arrested by authorities at his private residence in Parys, Free State, according to the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC). Investigators allegedly found the suspect operating the National Traffic Information System (Natis) on a computer screen at the … Read more
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has launched a series of operational interventions in the Western Cape to address mounting pressure on service centres and improve beneficiary access. Following a meeting on Thursday between SASSA provincial leadership and Western Cape Social Development MEC Jaco Londt, the agency committed to accelerating digital transformation and reducing … Read more
Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala is scheduled to appear before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday following a formal subpoena. Sources indicate that his testimony may be restricted, with reported conditions excluding any questioning regarding the Medicare24 contract. Did You Know? Before agreeing to testify, Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala initially sought an exemption from appearing before the Madlanga Commission … Read more
South African law enforcement has been ordered to take decisive action to prevent violence and xenophobia during planned anti-immigration protests scheduled for June 30. Deputy Minister of Police Polly Boshielo stated on Friday that authorities will prioritize preventing unrest rather than simply responding to it, specifically targeting individuals using digital platforms to incite attacks or … Read more
The South African Weather Service has issued multiple impact-based weather warnings for the Western Cape as a well-developed cold front approaches the province. The system is expected to make landfall on Sunday, June 28, 2026, bringing disruptive rainfall, damaging winds, and dangerous sea conditions that are forecast to persist into Monday. Emergency Preparedness and Response … Read more
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi and Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Thandi Moraka met with Zulu Kingdom Prime Minister Inkosi Thulasizwe Buthelezi on Sunday, June 21, 2026, to secure traditional leadership support against potential violence ahead of the planned June 30 shutdown. The government delegation, including senior police and home … Read more
South African jazz icon Abdullah Ibrahim, widely recognized as a pioneer of Cape Jazz and an anti-apartheid voice, has died in Germany at age 91 following a short illness. According to family reports, the pianist and composer passed away peacefully on Monday, with burial services planned in his adopted Bavarian hometown. His death has prompted … Read more
Nine South African Police Service (SAPS) officers have been suspended following allegations they helped secure a controversial R228 million contract for Medicare24, a company linked to businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirmed the suspensions on Friday, stating that the officers all served on the bid evaluation committee. Why were the police … Read more