A house in Milnerton, Cape Town, has been linked to a shocking human trafficking case, leading to the arrest of a 23-year-old suspect found illegally in the country. He is set to appear in court on December 29, facing serious charges. Read more: Milnerton house linked to human trafficking, suspect arrested
The ANC warns that some coalition partners are acting more like opposition than collaborators in the Government of National Unity Read more: ANC warns coalition partners against undermining government
As South Africa accelerates its energy transition, a gap is opening between financial planning and physical reality. Gillian Schutte compares DBSA’s modelling with Matshela Koko’s warning about near-term system strain, and asks who carries the risk when timelines collide with infrastructure. Read more: Why South Africa could face a power crunch before 2030
Experts and political parties, including ActionSA have repeatedly warned about overcrowding, substandard construction and illegal alterations in some urban areas. Read more: Three dead, including a child, after building collapses in Doornkop, Soweto
Archbishop Thabo Makgoba’s Christmas sermon condemned gambling as “economic self-medication” in a hopeless South Africa. His message sparked fierce social media backlash even as illegal betting drains R50 billion offshore annually. Read more: Archbishop Makgoba calls gambling ‘Economic Self-Medication’ but South Africans fire back on social media
Gauteng’s teenage pregnancy strategy is showing early results, with declining numbers and expanded youth services. Northern Cape parents, schools and health authorities can draw lessons on prevention, education and justice for underage mothers. Read more: Teenage pregnancy prevention in focus as Gauteng’s strategy offers possible lessons for Northern Cape
The Northern Cape police are searching for Kgwaile Andries Tau, who went missing after leaving work at Bakenrandt Farm near Riemvasmaak on December 24, with authorities urging the public to come forward with any information as concern grows for his safety. Read more: Northern Cape police appeal for help after farmworker disappears
Northern Cape police have warned of a festive-season rise in housebreakings, urging residents to remain vigilant, secure their homes, and work closely with community safety structures as holiday travel leaves many properties unattended. Read more: Northern Cape police warn of festive-season spike in housebreakings, urge vigilance
Severe thunderstorms with potential flooding are forecast to hit Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and other interior provinces this Saturday, with conditions gradually improving by Sunday. Read more: Weather Alert: December’s final weekend brings flooding risk as thunderstorms sweep across parts of SA