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Court finds sufficient evidence to prosecute Enyobeni Tavern owners

The KuGompo Magistrates' Court has found that there is enough evidence to prosecute the Enyobeni Tavern owners, Siyakhangela and Vuyokazi Ndevu, in connection with the tragic death of  21 teenagers during a pens-down party in 2022. The victims, 12 boys and nine girls aged between 13 and 21, were found dead at the Scenery Park tavern following an overcrowded pens-down celebration. Magistrate, Mkhululi Lomalindi, delivered the inquest findings at the […]

todayJuly 10, 2026 63

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SA prepared for possible Ebola outbreak: Motsoaledi

Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi says South Africa is preparing for the possibility of an Ebola outbreak, despite there being no immediate threat to the country. The move comes as the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has claimed more than 500 lives, with over 1,500 confirmed cases since the outbreak was declared in May. The current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus, […]

todayJuly 7, 2026 71

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Madlanga Commission | Inquiry underscores importance of journalism amid allegations against Khan

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has highlighted the importance of a free press while warning of the dangers of journalists face when exposing alleged misconduct involving Crime Intelligence officials. The commission on Monday continued reading evidence into the record against suspended Deputy Crime Intelligence head, Feroz Khan, in his absence. Khan remains in hospital after surviving an apparent assassination attempt two weeks ago. Among the evidence presented were messages allegedly […]

todayJuly 6, 2026 134

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SA rejects Ghana’s claims over alleged protest-related killing

The South African and Ghanaian governments have become embroiled in another diplomatic disagreement over migration after South Africa rejected claims by Ghana that one of its nationals was killed during anti-illegal immigration protests. In a statement issued on Thursday, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said 40-year-old, Bashiru Isak, was fatally shot in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, during the nationwide demonstrations on 30 June and describing the incident as a xenophobic attack […]

todayJuly 3, 2026 53

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Vatsonga Machangani movement demands action against ethnic profiling

Members of the Vatsonga Machangani movement have called on the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) to intervene against what they describe as years of ethnic profiling, discrimination and harassment linked to their language and cultural identity. Hundreds of community members gathered at Beyers Naudé Square in the Johannesburg CBD on Friday before marching to the SAHRC's Gauteng offices in Braamfontein, where they handed over a memorandum outlining their concerns. […]

todayJune 26, 2026 82

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Ramaphosa leads praise for Bafana after historic World Cup win

President Cyril Ramaphosa has led the nation's celebrations after Bafana Bafana reached the FIFA World Cup knockout stages for the first time in the team's history. Bafana secured their place in the round of 32 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Korea in Monterrey on Thursday morning, with Thapelo Maseko scoring the decisive goal. In an official statement, Ramaphosa congratulated the national team on achieving a milestone moment for […]

todayJune 25, 2026 66

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Bavuma backs Bafana

Proteas Men Test captain, Temba Bavuma, has backed Bafana Bafana to beat South Korea on Thursday and book their place in the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. South Africa head into the crucial group-stage clash needing a victory to keep their World Cup dream alive, while a draw would be enough to send South Korea to the next round. Kick-off is scheduled for 3am South African time […]

todayJune 24, 2026 41

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South Africa cannot afford repeat of July 2021 unrest, says Cachalia

Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, says South Africa cannot afford a repeat of the devastating July 2021 unrest, as security forces intensify preparations ahead of planned nationwide demonstrations on 30 June. Cachalia has embarked on a nationwide readiness assessment, with all nine provinces included in his itinerary to ensure law enforcement agencies are prepared to maintain law and order on the day of planned protests. Speaking during a visit to […]

todayJune 23, 2026 44

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SCA clears way for Edgar Lungu burial in South Africa

The family of former Zambian President, Edgar Lungu, has succeeded in its bid to have him buried in South Africa. This comes after the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) set aside a High Court ruling that had authorised the Zambian government to repatriate Lungu's remains for burial in his home country. Lungu died at a hospital in South Africa in June last year. His remains have been in a mortuary […]

todayJune 23, 2026 48