UN sounds alarm over Ekurhuleni murders in South Africa

The UN says it will continue supporting SA in meeting its international human-rights obligations.

UKZN graduate develops AI system that translates SA Sign Language into speech

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Deputy Speaker concerned about repeated Ad Hoc Committee extensions

Lotriet says while it is not the first time to seek extensions, it cannot be that it is unending.

ANC WC says it stands by its decision to remove SACP's Ngqentsu

ANC in the Western Cape says it stands by its decision to remove SACP's Benson Ngqentsu.

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Medical teams in DRC face difficult conditions as the race to contain Ebola outbreak

Medical teams face brutal conditions as grave diggers work night and day to bury victims of the Ebola outbreak which continues to grip the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Oil exploitation blamed for environmental damage, crop loss in Congo

In a report co-authored with Caritas, the diocese of Pointe-Noire said farmers in the Koilou department have reported sharp drops in cassava harvests. The residents pointed the finger at gas flaring by oil companies

Lamola to engage US lawmakers over Trump's new visa restrictions

Lamola has strongly rejected Washington's allegations.

Vereeninging cop sentenced to 20 years for Sibongiseni Cele's murder

Mokoena was accused of assaulting Cele after allegedly finding him on his property.

Police seize counterfeit goods worth R145,000

Eight shops were visited, resulting in the seizure of 1 337 items.

Body of a man discovered in Linden

The body was found with visible injuries earlier on Thursday.

EIGHT weather warnings issued as SNOW and heavy rain hit SA

Take a detailed look at what the weather has in store for South Africa's nine provinces this Friday, 18 September 2026.

Paul Mashatile spotted for first time since surgery

Former president Thabo Mbeki paid a visit to Deputy President Paul Mashatile as the latter continues his recovery from a medical procedure.

Black Friday comes early: Stand in solidarity against GBV

South Africans will be wearing black this Friday in solidarity in the fight against GBV, following the tragic Kempton Park deaths...

Gang members use prisons as refuge from street wars, Madlanga commission told

The strategy depends on the gang member having connections with prison gangs.

In case you missed it: Ninth woman's body found | Slain Itumeleng Kekana's last birthday wish | Sol Phenduka apologises

Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 17 September 2026, that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

ANC EC Secretary threatens legal action against Mbalula

Ngcukayitobi has given Mbalula until next week to retract his comments or risk legal action.

Xaba tops ANC list of 106 candidates for representation in eThekwini

eThekwini mayor Cyril Xaba tops ANC list of 106 candidates for representation in the metro.

Mapisa-Nqakula denies involvement in awarding of R80 million tender

Mapisa-Nqakula has denied any involvement in the awarding of an R80 million tender.