Cape Town Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews defends the Municipal Planning Tribunal’s independence following Daily Maverick’s series highlighting near-total alignment with City recommendations.
Kenya's university lecturers threaten a strike from 2 October 2026 over stalled 2025-2029 salary talks amid funding and staffing disputes.
UFS has not announced a general late entry window for 2027. Applicants are urged to meet posted deadlines to avoid missing out. Deadline specifics vary by programme and several options have already closed. The article outlines current status and what applicants should know before applying. Application Windows And Deadlines ...
Three young rugby players from Kraaifontein were fatally shot in two separate incidents within 48 hours, police investigate motives with no arrests yet.
Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route faces growing risks to tourism as Thaba Chweu Local Municipality’s ongoing water contamination and sewage spills threaten visitors and local businesses.
Beletanla Public School in District Two struggles with a damaged roof, chair shortage, and limited teaching support, disrupting regular classes during rains.
Eleven killed in KwaMakhutha shooting; SAPS launches manhunt and activates tracking operation. Premier Ntuli to meet police and victims' families.
Philemon Moloto faces seven new charges including attempted murder and arson over a June 2026 fire at his ex-partner's rehab centre in Polokwane.
UN and African frameworks uphold the right to development as a human right, but legal gaps and implementation challenges persist across Africa.
Eltino Fortuin, a Kraaifontein rugby player, was shot dead in Scottsdene on 21 Sept. Police investigate a double murder; motive unknown, no arrests yet.
Stormers forward BJ Dixon is available for the URC season opener after completing medical protocols and returning to full squad training.
Northam Booysendal has unveiled learnerships for 2026 in mining metallurgy and auto electrical trades. The three 18.2 programmes are based at the Booysendal Platinum Mine near Mashishing on the Limpopo Mpumalanga border, offering a clear path into mining, mineral processing and engineering. Mining Learnership The mining learnership is one of...
September marks Heritage Month in South Africa, a time dedicated to reflecting on the nation's history and fostering unity through diverse cultural traditions.
Minister Ronald Lamola has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to the UN Charter while pushing for urgent reforms to global governance institutions.
South Africa recorded 0.4% GDP growth in Q2 2026, ending a brief contraction as the government accelerates structural reforms in energy and rail logistics.
Naiema Abrahams is organising a 24-hour run at Rondebosch Common to protest gender-based violence and advocate for the right of women to move safely.
MEC Madoda Sambatha has provided new tractors and implements to Tigane farmers to increase food security and support local Communal Property Associations.
The 2026 Foundation Phase National Catalogue has been approved, with a R1.6 billion rollout set to introduce updated learning materials and coding to classrooms.
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has launched a debt relief programme to help residents and businesses clear arrears and improve city service delivery.
Prospective students can now apply online to study at Unisa for 2027. The process covers undergraduate programmes through to doctoral qualifications with deadlines and document requirements. Unisa Application Dates For 2027 Application windows are arranged by level, with undergrad routes opening in August and closing in October 2026. Undergraduate qualifications...
Investigative journalist Micah Reddy was released on 23 September 2026, following widespread concern from civil society and press freedom groups.
The ARC has partnered with Afrivet to localise production of the Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccine, aiming to cut import reliance and secure local livestock markets.
Approximately 50 homes in Tafelsig, Mitchells Plain, were damaged by high-velocity winds on Monday morning, forcing emergency teams to scramble.
A Nyanga family is locked in a dispute with SAPS over the identity of a relative buried as a pauper, with DNA results currently contradicting their claims.
Two women appeared in the Boksburg Magistrates' Court regarding the murder of Jabulile Ntimba in a case linked to a domestic relationship dispute.
New anti-nudity signs and drone surveillance at Sandy Bay have drawn sharp criticism from the local naturist community.
A 36-year-old man has been arrested in KZN for 14 rapes, while a second suspect faces similar charges in Durban as police intensify efforts against serial offenders.
Lawrence Mudzinganyama faces criminal charges and has lost his corporate role after a viral video captured him threatening women at a Sandton restaurant.
Police have launched an investigation after a fetus was discovered in an open field in Morley Street, Delft South, on Saturday afternoon.
Kumsa Papu, a 40-year-old mother from Belhar, was stabbed to death in Mandalay on Sunday. A 44-year-old suspect is in custody.
