Yemen’s war, dormant under a truce since 2022, has exploded again in autumn 2026: the Houthis seized Mokha and the Red Sea coast in September, and the Saudi-backed government launched a counteroffensive on October 5 to retake all Houthi-held territory. The two sides are the internationally recognized government, now run...
Karl Deisseroth and colleagues win 2026 Nobel Prize for optogenetics, shining new light on brain research and partial vision restoration.
The Constitutional Court ruled key Refugees Act provisions unconstitutional, reopening South Africa's asylum system to all applicants from July 2026.
Community health workers in Cape Town are protesting in October to demand permanent public sector jobs, challenging the Western Cape's contracted employment model.
Tanzania has launched guidelines to integrate financial literacy into higher education, targeting graduates’ money-management skills.
Mission Mobile secures R500 million from DNI, aiming to expand affordable smartphones and data for prepaid users to boost digital inclusion in South Africa.
The government condemns the brutal stabbing murder of 14-year-old twins in Mamelodi West. Police continue investigation with no arrests yet.
SAPS confirms disciplinary proceedings against Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya continue, postponed to 12 Oct amid legal challenges linked to Madlanga Commission allegations.
Trial of 10 accused in R10 million Polokwane murder-for-insurance scam postponed to 29 October amid legal aid conflicts and preparation issues.
Seven accused in AKA and Tibz murders plead not guilty at Durban High Court amid trial delays and strict media restrictions.
Cape Town’s City announces water shutdowns in Woodstock, Strand and Grassy Park from 5 to 9 October 2026 for essential maintenance, with some disruptions lasting into 2027.
A 22-year-old University of Limpopo student was found dead near the Mankweng campus fence on 4 October, with police investigating the cause.
UNISA urges prospective students to submit 2027 applications soon as the deadline approaches. Applications cover undergraduate programmes honours and postgraduate diplomas. Undergraduate Applications For The Year Twenty Twenty Seven The undergraduate application window runs from mid August to early October, inviting students to begin the process in time for...
Born To Win, led by Boy Mamabolo, vows to prioritise combating gender-based violence if elected in Capricorn district’s 2026 local elections.
Deputy Minister Yusuf Cassim will visit Fort Hare University on 5 October to address student safety and accommodation concerns amid recent unrest and damage.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on 4 October 2026 there is no military solution to the US conflict and urged a diplomatic resolution.
The R108.7m Reiger Park Enterprise Hub in Ekurhuleni remains closed due to incomplete access roads, frustrating residents eager for jobs and training.
Boitumelo Mashita, 23, was fatally shot on 28 Sept in Thembisa. Police linked her estranged husband to the murder; he was later found dead in Midrand.
A 22-year-old woman was found dead near the University of Limpopo campus on 4 October. Police opened an inquest as investigations continue.
Polokwane hopefuls are invited to apply for two trades apprenticeships run by Zurel Bros SA in Polokwane. Applicants will compete for Millwright and Fitting tracks for 2026, a programme that blends hands on workshop practice with formal trade related training and aims to build practical artisan skills for industrial settings....
Youth across South Africa should note upcoming learnerships with deadlines in early October 2026. Several programmes are open from October 1 to October 9 across multiple sectors, including transport and logistics. The Transnet Trainee Controller Learnership offers hands on training aimed at safe movement of petroleum products along the national...
Saudi Arabia is preparing a major new military offensive in war torn Yemen aimed at reversing dramatic Houthi gains after the rebels seized a strategic Red Sea chokepoint last month. Reuters reported the plan on Friday, citing Gulf and Yemeni officials and Western diplomats. More than 100,000 Yemeni government troops...
British journalist Yvonne Ridley has warned that the Western Cape could become a new outpost of Zionist settler colonialism during a fiery media briefing held in Cape Town this week. She appeared alongside former British MP George Galloway at the Bo-Kaap Cultural Hub on Wednesday, September 30. The pair urged...
King Charles will confront slavery and colonialism in a Caribbean tour including the Bahamas, Guyana, and Antigua from 27 Oct to 4 Nov 2026.
Police used rubber bullets and stun grenades to disperse about 100 students protesting Rhodes University’s fee policy during its graduation ceremony, leading to 13 arrests.
The African Union urges Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Egypt to exercise restraint amid diplomatic expulsions and renewed fighting in northern Ethiopia.
Suspended SAPS Deputy Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya faces serious charges and remains in custody amid witness interference concerns and postponed bail hearing.
California’s new law fines autonomous vehicle operators for blocking emergency responders for over 30 minutes and mandates local support during AV incidents.
Mirzapur: The Movie, released on 4 September 2026, is a 197-minute crime drama anchored by Pankaj Tripathi’s powerful performance as Kaleen Bhaiya.
Temba Bavuma backs the Proteas to adapt and succeed despite a mounting hamstring injury crisis ahead of the Australia Test series starting 9 October.
