August 17, 2023
South Africa: Mayor Refuses to Display President's Picture in His Office
Controversial mayor, Mduduzi Myeza, refuses to display pictures of President Cyril Ramaphosa in his office. Read more »
South Africa: Small Parties Outsmart the Democratic Alliance in Talks
The DA is coming out of multi-party coalition talks as the big losers. Read more »
August 16, 2023
South Africa: Opposition Parties Hold Indaba on Defeating the Ruling Party
Seven political parties are meeting at Emperors Palace in Kempton Park for the next two days to thrash out a plan to unseat the ANC. Read more »
South Africa: Buthelezi Discharged From ICU
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, the traditional prime minister to the Zulu monarch, has been released from ICU and transferred back to a normal ward after showing signs of… Read more »
South Africa: Murder Accused Wants Evidence Thrown Out in Senzo Meyiwa Trial
One of the accused in the Senzo Meyiwa trial, Mthobisi Ncube, has taken a step to change his plea related to unlawful possession of a firearm. Read more »
South Africa: End of an Era - KZN Loses Crown Gospel Awards to Gauteng
The prestigious Crown Gospel Awards, a hallmark of KwaZulu-Natal's entertainment scene since its start in 2007, are relocating to Gauteng. Read more »
August 15, 2023
South Africa: Blood Splatter Revealed in Senzo Murder Trial
Police officer Sergeant Patrick Mthethwa revealed important evidence in the ongoing Senzo Meyiwa murder trial at the North Gauteng High Court. Read more »
South Africa: Buthelezi Back in ICU
The health of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi has taken a turn for the worse. Read more »
South Africa: Misuzulu - Not Just a King, but a Kingmaker
Road to 2024: Knowing that the support of the king will be key in the 2024 elections in KZN, writes Zukile Majova, the ANC secretary-general has taken his charm offensive to… Read more »
August 14, 2023
South Africa: Killings Bring Yet More Killings to Alexandra
A suspected criminal has fallen victim to mob justice in Alexandra, as residents rose up in retaliation for the patroller and civilians who were murdered on Friday night. Read more »
South Africa: National Freedom Party Leadership Crisis Sparks Election Fears
The National Freedom Party (NFP) is on the brink of a leadership crisis that could spell disaster for its bid to join the 2024 election race. Read more »
South Africa: 'He Prayed Before Raping Me', Says Omotoso Victim
The Gqeberha High Court heard the chilling details of how the 12th state witness, Vuyiseka Nontlazi, was allegedly sexually assaulted by disgraced televangelist Timothy Omotoso… Read more »
South Africa: Witness Says Murder Accused Arrested Before Senzo's Death
Police officer Mandla Masondo took the stand as the latest witness, detailing the arrest of one of the accused in the murder of Senzo Meyiwa. Read more »
South Africa: Natasha Joubert Crowned as Miss South Africa 2023
The finale to a glorious Sunday evening saw Natasha Joubert being crowned as Miss South Africa 2023. Read more »
August 13, 2023
South Africa: IFP Leaders Put On United Front At Women's Celebration
Amid claims of division and death plots, IFP leaders were all smiles at a Women's Brigade celebration on Saturday. Read more »
August 12, 2023
South Africa: Six Dead in Umlazi Mass Killing
Police are on the hunt for four gunmen who killed six people in two separate incidents in Umlazi township, south of Durban. Read more »
August 11, 2023
South Africa: Zuma Takes a Drive-Thru At Estcourt Prison
Former president Jacob Zuma is now a free man after being readmitted to prison for just one hour. Read more »
South Africa: Tshwane Clinics Remain Unopened As Community Suffers
Five years ago three new clinics across Tshwane were built and ready to accept patients who desperately needed care. Read more »
August 10, 2023
South Africa: No End in Sight for Cape Town Taxi Strike
Santaco's taxi strike, which for the past week has gripped the Western Cape, is set to continue for at least two more days. Read more »
South Africa: Stellenbosch Police Station Petrol-Bombed
The police station in Kayamandi, Stellenbosch was petrol-bombed on Wednesday, allegedly by a group of young people. Read more »
South Africa: No Bail for Women Abusers - Ramaphosa
The days of abusive boyfriends and spouses being released hours after being arrested are over. Read more »
August 09, 2023
South Africa: Sixto Rodriguez Dies - A Tribute
LOVED AND LOST: Sixto Diaz Rodriguez: (July 10, 1942 - August 8, 2023) Read more »
South Africa: Cape Town Clinic Torched As Unrest Grows
The Nolungile Clinic in Site C, a vital lifeline for the Khayelitsha community, was burnt to the ground as the unrest born out of last week's taxi strike continues to spread. Read more »
South Africa: IFP Dismisses Rumours of Prince Buthelezi's Death
IFP President Velenkosini Hlabisa has firmly denied rumours suggesting the passing of the party's founder, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. Read more »
August 08, 2023
Morocco: Morocco's World Cup Dream Ends
France defeated Morocco 4-0 in the last 16 of the Fifa Women's World Cup to end the African dream in the competition. Read more »