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North West on high alert amid expectation of severe weather

Friday, September 4, 2026

The North West Provincial Disaster Management Centre (PDMC), in coordination with district and local municipalities, emergency services and other relevant stakeholders, has activated monitoring and preparedness measures, as the province braces for severe weather conditions.

Two men sentenced to life for murder of DA councillor

Friday, September 4, 2026

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has welcomed Pietermaritzburg Regional Court’s decision to sentence two men to life imprisonment for the murder of the uMngeni Democratic Alliance councillor Nhlalayenza Ndlovu.

Police nab alleged Emfuleni fleet tender supplier

Friday, September 4, 2026

A suspect linked to a R16 million fleet tender awarded by the Emfuleni Local Municipality is set to appear before the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates Court on Monday, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said.

Government pays tribute to equestrian trailblazer Enos Mafokate

Friday, September 4, 2026

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie and Deputy Minister Peace Mabe have paid tribute to legendary equestrian Enos Mafokate, extending condolences to his family, friends and loved ones following his passing.

Nzimande urges research funding beyond leading universities

Friday, September 4, 2026

Science, Technology and Innovation Minister, Professor Blade Nzimande, has flagged the continued concentration of public research funding at South Africa’s leading universities, saying institutional inequality limits the country’s ability to draw on talent across the entire higher education system.

Cape Mainline reopens after severe storm damage

Friday, September 4, 2026

Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM) has completed the recovery and reconstruction of the Cape Mainline, following severe storm damage and major washaways in the Western Cape.

Condolences for Tshepang Nyathi

Friday, September 4, 2026

Government has expressed its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Tshepang Nyathi, who was tragically killed during a Spring Day celebration.