5 h. ago Inquest hears Chief Luthuli held meetings at employee’s family shack

Chief Luthuli was reportedly killed after being struck by a goods train at Groutville in 1967.

Society

29 h. ago Police appeal for information in Riverlea School fire incident

Gauteng police have opened a case of arson following a fire incident at Riverlea High School.

Events

44 h. ago Shooting in Umbumbulu leaves 2 family members dead, one injured

It is alleged the family was parked on the side of the road when they were shot by gunmen.

Events

66 h. ago Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition

Communities in Phola and Carolina, Mpumalanga, are grappling with the severe consequences of coal mining pollution, particularly in the Highveld region, long plagued by environmental degradation and health issues. At the launch of a new report titled Systems Change for a Just Transition on 15 April, Ronesa Mtshweni from Amandla Community Development in Carolina highlighted… Read More »Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition The post Coal Pollution Crisis in Mpumalanga: Communities Demand Urgent Action and Just Transition first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

66 h. ago Lapu Lapu festival Death Toll Rises To 11, man arrested after car hit crowd

At least 11 people were killed and more than 20 injured when a man rammed an SUV through a crowd at a Filipino community festival in the western Canadian city of Vancouver on the weekend before Canada’s federal election, authorities said. Police arrested a 30-year-old Vancouver man, who they said was known to them, at… Read More »Lapu Lapu festival Death Toll Rises To 11, man arrested after car hit crowd The post Lapu Lapu festival Death Toll Rises To 11, man arrested after car hit crowd first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

68 h. ago Gift of the Givers says staff lost about 250 family members in Gaza

Sooliman says the organisation will persist with ongoing humanitarian efforts for people in Gaza.

Politics

69 h. ago R350 000 reward for info on missing police Constables: Masemola

Families of the missing say they want answers from the police commissioner

Events

3 d. ago KZN ANC to honour Chief Albert Luthuli at Freedom Day celebrations

Officials of parties in the government of provincial unity and Luthuli's family will be present.

Politics

4 d. ago Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Virginia Giuffre Dies By Suicide, Her Family Says

Virginia Giuffre, one of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s most prominent accusers, has committed suicide, her family said on Friday. Giuffre, 41, died on Friday in Western Australia state, where she had been living for several years, the family said in an emailed statement. “Virginia was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual… Read More »Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Virginia Giuffre Dies By Suicide, Her Family Says The post Jeffrey Epstein Accuser Virginia Giuffre Dies By Suicide, Her Family Says first appeared on iAfrica.

Events

4 d. ago Mchunu Offers Apology After Wrongfully Naming School Principal in Child Rape Case

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has expressed his willingness to formally apologise to the principal of a Matatiele school, who was incorrectly identified as a suspect in the alleged rape of a seven-year-old pupil. The school was thrust into the spotlight earlier this month after reports emerged of the disturbing incident. In a letter to lobby… Read More »Mchunu Offers Apology After Wrongfully Naming School Principal in Child Rape Case The post Mchunu Offers Apology After Wrongfully Naming School Principal in Child Rape Case first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

4 d. ago Mangaung prison warders accused of inmate murder granted bail

Three of the four men, with the exception of Boitumelo Mooi stated they intended to plead not guilty

Events

5 d. ago DA demands action against principal over alleged corporal punishment

DA demands firm action over principal's alleged use of corporal punishment on learners.

Politics

5 d. ago Eskom suspends load shedding due to 2000 mw recovery in generation

Eskom says there is an expected decline in electricity demand.

Politics

5 d. ago Luthuli’s grandson disputes train driver’s account at inquest

Mthunzi Luthuli says that the explanation given surrounding his grandfather's death is contradictory

Politics

6 d. ago “Alleged assassination attempt on Mashatile a fabricated story”

The forum argues the ANC would have been informed if the alleged incident happened.

Politics

6 d. ago Court hears alleged Usindiso arsonist confessed to deadly blaze

Mdlalose has been charged with the deaths of 76 people following the incident in August 2023

Events

7 d. ago Four Mangaung prison warders to appear in court over inmate’s death

37-year-old Mpho Mkhumbeni died after allegedly being assaulted and tortured over a misplace R800.

Events

7 d. ago Expert Flags Political Undercurrents in Mashatile Shooting, Cites ANC Tensions and Delayed Disclosure

Criminal justice expert Professor Jéan Steyn has raised concerns about the timing and secrecy surrounding the reported shooting of Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s convoy, suggesting it may reflect deeper political tensions within the ANC. Steyn noted that the incident occurred shortly after the ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting—timing he described as potentially significant. “The… Read More »Expert Flags Political Undercurrents in Mashatile Shooting, Cites ANC Tensions and Delayed Disclosure The post Expert Flags Political Undercurrents in Mashatile Shooting, Cites ANC Tensions and Delayed Disclosure first appeared on iAfrica.

Politics

8 d. ago LIVE: Meyiwa trial hangs on a thread amid Sibiya’s attorney threat

Sibiya was left without legal representation after the death of his lawyer Thulani Mngomezulu

Events

8 d. ago Court to hear if accused in Meyiwa trial has legal representation

Muzi Sibiya was left without legal representation after the death of his lawyer Thulani Mngomezulu.

Events