A Durban man succumbed to his injuries after being shot during a hijacking in Reservoir Hills on Wednesday night, highlighting ongoing concerns over violent crime in the area. According to a source, the victim drove into his property and was followed into his garage by another vehicle before neighbours heard a single gunshot. When neighbours … Read more
Mzi Khumalo, the Gauteng African National Congress provincial task team spokesperson and a former provincial MEC, has died at the age of 54, according to statements released by the party on Monday. He passed away in the early hours of Monday morning after collapsing at his residence and being rushed to hospital for emergency medical … Read more
South African swimmer Chad le Clos lost his Sea Point flat to a destructive fire while competing at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, an incident that claimed the life of his 93-year-old neighbour, Sam Strime. According to city fire and rescue services spokesperson Jermaine Carelse, the blaze erupted at approximately 3:30 p.m. on the top … Read more
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
The South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg recalled a summary judgment granted to Nedbank in a vehicle finance dispute after the defendant arrived at court shortly after the order was issued. Acting Judge J Mitchell ruled that the court maintains the inherent power to recall its own orders to ensure procedural fairness when a litigant … Read more
A Gauteng homeowner owing over R681,000 in unpaid levies has been granted leave to appeal a High Court order that declared her luxury property in Pretoria’s Lombardy Estate specially executable for a public auction, after a judge found reasonable prospects that another court could reach a different conclusion on the constitutional proportionality of the foreclosure. … Read more
The trial of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and four co-accused began in the Johannesburg High Court on Monday, with the state identifying a Russian-model AK-47, serial number 575363, as a central piece of evidence. Matlala, a 49-year-old tenderpreneur, faces 25 charges including conspiracy to commit murder, attempted murder, money laundering, and fraud, all of which he … Read more
Nelson Mandela’s personal culinary habits remained rooted in traditional Xhosa cuisine throughout his life, serving as a consistent reflection of his connection to his culture despite the demands of global fame. According to his long-time personal chef, Xoliswa Ndoyiya, the former president maintained a preference for staples like umphokoqo and umngqusho, viewing these meals as … Read more
South Africa Expands Visa-Free Travel for 22 African Nations South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has implemented a visa-free entry policy for ordinary passport holders from 22 African countries, aimed at boosting regional tourism and business mobility. Eligible travellers can enter the country for short-term visits without a prior visa, provided they comply with standard … Read more
Businessman Etienne van der Walt has been released from custody after the State withdrew all charges against him in a R14.9-million precious stones heist case. Van der Walt, who spent 10 days in jail, walked free from the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Thursday following successful representations made by his legal team to the Director of … Read more