17+ hour, 41+ min ago   (202+ words) Updated July 25, 2026, 1:28 p.m. | By Kubobonke Luthuli The appeal comes as South Africa marks World Drowning Prevention Day and follows recent fatal drowning incidents and ongoing search efforts in KwaZulu-Natal. Lifesaving South Africa is calling for the revitalisation of public swimming pools…...

20+ hour, 5+ min ago   (195+ words) Updated July 25, 2026, 11:03 a.m. | By Kubobonke Luthuli The operation resulted in the confiscation of more than 20,000 meters of conductors, 49 transformers, illegally installed poles, and other electricity infrastructure. Eskom has dismantled a large illegal electricity network in Lion Park, outside Pietermaritzburg, during a…...

20+ hour, 31+ min ago   (241+ words) Updated July 25, 2026, 10:37 a.m. | By Nushera Soodyal The SIU has also launched civil litigation in the Special Tribunal and recommended that the municipality blacklist individuals and entities implicated in the probe. The Special Investigating Unit's made criminal referrals to the National Prosecuting…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (258+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 4:46 p.m. | By Nushera Soodyal The initiative equips healthcare workers with trauma-informed care pathways and silent screening tools to assist victims who may be too afraid to ask for help. Eight hospitals in KZN have introduced a new programme to…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago   (266+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 4:32 p.m. | By Anastasi Mokgobu Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga has imposed strict restrictions on the disclosure of Carrim's medical information while questioning whether the commission could face an indefinite delay. The Madlanga Commission is on Friday afternoon hearing a postponement application…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (206+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 9 a.m. | By Nhlanhla Mabaso Correctional Services National Commissioner Makgothi Thobakgale says corrupt officials are helping smuggle contraband into the facility and has vowed decisive action against those involved. Authorities have vowed to strengthen the safety and integrity of Durban's…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (463+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 8:54 a.m. | By AFP Elliot Anderson declared Manchester City the "kings of Manchester" after completing his reported £116 million ($154 million) move from Nottingham Forest. City confirmed on Thursday that the England midfielder had signed a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (531+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 9:43 a.m. | By Wendy Knowler Avoid impulse buying with the 72-hour rule. Waiting before an unplanned purchase could save you thousands. Retailers - online and in-store - are experts at manufacturing urgency such as flash sales, "only 2 left," countdown timers. The antidote…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago   (224+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 5:21 p.m. | By Nushera Soodyal Six people have now been charged in the case, with the matter against the previously arrested accused set to continue in the Durban High Court. The police’s Political Killings Task Team has arrested a traditional…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago   (631+ words) Updated July 24, 2026, 5:12 p.m. | By Mmangaliso Khumalo The ANC says the ruling upholds due process and constitutional rights, while the DA, EFF and MK Party argue it risks delaying parliamentary accountability The Western Cape High Court's decision to temporarily halt Parliament's Section…...