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.
Lourentia Lombaard was Freed in Joshlin Smith Kidnapping Case
Lourentia Lombaard, once charged in the Joshlin Smith case, gains immunity after revealing key details of the kidnapping that shocked South Africa.
Overcome Heights Shooting Leaves Four Men Dead
Four men aged 20 to 37 were fatally shot in Overcome Heights at around 5:30 am as police investigate a possible gang-linked mass shooting. CPF calls for community cooperation.
AKA Murder Trial Set for 2026 Amid Delays
The AKA murder trial set for 2026 has been delayed again as the Durban High Court works to finalise witness lists and resolve procedural disputes.
Maponya Mall E-hailing Violence Leaves One Dead, Two Hurt
One e-hailing driver was killed and two others injured in a violent attack at Maponya Mall, marking another escalation in Maponya Mall e-hailing violence.
Rise of Homeschooling in South Africa Surges
Soaring private school fees and dissatisfaction with ‘soul‑destroying’ curriculum are driving the rise of homeschooling and online learning in South Africa.
Ekurhuleni Evictions to Continue After Pharoe Park Unrest
Tensions escalate in Germiston as Ekurhuleni mayor reaffirms eviction drive following arson at low-cost flats, stressing legal order amid tenant unrest.
Eldorado Park Child Murder: Father Faces Court
A 35-year-old father has appeared in court in the Eldorado Park child murder case, facing charges of murder, rape, sexual assault, and child neglect after his 4-year-old daughter died from severe injuries. The case has sparked community outrage and renewed calls for
MK Party Rejects GNU Amid Coalition Reset Push
The ANC has invited the MK Party to join the Government of National Unity (GNU) as part of a broader coalition reset. MK Party rebuffs GNU invitation, citing confusion over its position in Parliament and its disputed electoral stance, according to ANC
Muizenberg Palestine Protest: Boycott Targets Starbucks
Audio from the Muizenberg Palestine protest captures veteran activist Horst Kleinschmidt urging South Africans, “don’t pretend we’re neutral,” as protesters chant “One, two, three, four, Starbucks, no more.”
Murder Witness Killed in Cape Town During Gun Campaign
Davidene Witbooi, a 40-year-old murder witness, was shot dead in a Cape Town drive-by during the launch of the #SilencingTheGun campaign, sparking renewed safety concerns.
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