Brackenfell Teen Crash: Families Mourn Victims
Four Cape Town teenagers died when their car hit a tree and caught fire. Families and schools remember the victims while police piece together the cause.
Milnerton High Assault: 8 Pupils Suspended After Viral Video
A shocking video of a Grade 10 pupil beaten at Milnerton High School has sparked outrage across South Africa. The brutal Milnerton High assault, involving a cancer survivor, led to the suspension of eight pupils and a police investigation. Parents and officials
Joburg Shelter Demolitions: SCA Orders Rebuild or Pay
The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled the Joburg shelter demolitions in Rabie Ridge unlawful. The City must rebuild the destroyed shelters or pay R1,500 per affected resident.
Mbenenge Sexual Harassment Tribunal Shocks SA
The Mbenenge sexual harassment tribunal has gripped South Africa, exposing power abuses in the judiciary. Andiswa Mengo accuses Judge President Selby Mbenenge of unwanted advances, sparking heated tribunal arguments. With 43% of women in South Africa’s legal field facing harassment, this case
DA Alternative to BEE Ignites Fierce Debate
The DA’s Economic Inclusion for All Bill, an alternative to BEE, fuels political tensions. The ANC defends BEE as vital for transformation.
Operation Shanela Arrests Over 17,000 in South Africa
Operation Shanela arrests surpass 17,000 suspects in a week-long crackdown on serious crimes like murder and rape. KwaZulu-Natal leads with key captures as police gear up for a safer festive season with intensified patrols and raids.
Ramaphosa Resignation Protest Shakes Tshwane
Hundreds marched in Tshwane demanding President Cyril Ramaphosa’s resignation over corruption, unemployment, and poor leadership.
Amazon Web Services Outage Hits SA: Cloud Risks Exposed
A massive AWS outage on 20 October 2025 disrupted key South African services, from banking apps to creative platforms. The failure exposed how deeply businesses rely on cloud infrastructure and highlighted the need for stronger digital backup systems.
Western Cape Taxi Routes Reopen After Shutdown
Western Cape taxi routes reopened after a 30-day shutdown, with MEC Isaac Sileku letting the closure lapse at midnight on 17 October. Services on contested corridors resume under tight enforcement as CATA and CODETA return to talks. Officials insist operators stick to
Cape Town Marathon Cancellation: Wind Wrecks Race Day
Gale-force winds triggered the Cape Town Marathon cancellation on Sunday, shattering plans for 24,000 runners. Consequently, organisers halted the event at 4:45am after damaged tents, fencing and branding made the Green Point course unsafe. Above all, safety took priority. As a result,
Expropriation Act Legal Battle: Ramaphosa Concedes Flaws
The Expropriation Act legal battle escalates as President Cyril Ramaphosa concedes that Section 19 is unconstitutional and asks the Western Cape High Court to amend it. The DA and AfriForum want Parliament to rewrite the law. A disputed signing-to-gazette delay and fears
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