# A suspect linked to the murder of 30-year-old Olorato Mongale has handed himself over at KwaMashu police station. Mongale’s body was found in Lombardy West, Johannesburg, after she went on a date with her alleged killer. Police confirmed two suspects were already in custody, while Philangenkosi Makhanya was killed in a shootout yesterday. Authorities […]
# Tshwane Traffic Police Department has urged motorists to avoid roads around Loftus Versfeld Stadium today, due to a rugby clash between the Vodacom Bulls and Edinburgh after 1pm. Streets including Farenden, Park, Lynnwood, and Kirkness will be closed until 6pm. Alternative routes include Francis Baard, Pretorius, and Stanza Bopape Streets. Tshwane Metro Police and […]
# Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says Orion Minerals’ Prieska Copper-Zinc Mine will significantly boost economic development in the Northern Cape. During a site visit, Mantashe unveiled a commemorative plaque and highlighted the mine’s potential to create jobs and uplift local businesses. He emphasised that the project aims to start production within 13 […]
# The Steinhoff fraud case has been moved to the High Court due to its complexity, with the next hearing pushed to 3 September. Former Steinhoff executives, Stéhan Grobler Hein Odendaal and Iwan Peter Schelbert received extended bail at Pretoria’s Specialized Commercial Crimes Court. The prosecution is finalising investigations and awaiting key witness affidavits by […]
# The Cape Peninsula Baboon Management Joint Task Team’s plan to remove four baboon troops from the Cape Peninsula, has sparked shock and outrage. The Cape Peninsula Civil Conservation’s Lynda Silk says the move of 120 baboons, likely involving killing, raises ethical concerns. She says with unclear plans, fears grow over trauma to baboons, ranger […]
# Today marks World No Tobacco Day 2025. The World Health Organisation and global health advocates are spotlighting the deceptive tactics used by the tobacco and nicotine industry to attract especially young users. This year’s theme, Unmasking the Appeal, calls for awareness and stronger policies, including a ban on flavourings to curb the rise of […]
# Maldivian president Mohamed Muizzu has received the World No-Tobacco Day Special Recognition Award from the World Health Organisation for his leadership in tobacco control. WHO director-general Tedros Ghebreyesus praised Muizzu’s commitment to public health. Under his leadership, the Maldives banned e-cigarettes, raised the tobacco age to 21, and expanded smoke-free zones. Ghebreyesus also welcomed […]
# Eskom has confirmed that the power system remains stable and resilient, with Kusile Unit 1 officially back online after repairs. The unit will add 800-megawatts to the grid once fully ramped up, contributing to a total output of four-thousand-800-megawatts. Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokoena says emergency reserves are ready for winter peaks and an additional […]
# Agbiz chief economist Wandile Sihlobo says South Africa’s agriculture sector continues to thrive despite global trade challenges. Speaking at a panel discussion on Creamer Media, Sihlobo noted the sector has doubled output since 1994, exporting half its produce annually. Sihlobo warned that potential US tariffs under Donald Trump could hurt exports but praised local […]
