A fiery legal and public relations clash has erupted between the iconic peri-peri brand Nando’s and controversial music executive Nota Baloyi, centering on the rights to a beloved South African music sample and threatening to draw in rapper Kwesta and viral sensation Rachel Kolisi. The dispute ignites around Nando’s recent, widely celebrated television and digital…
In a dramatic development that has sent shockwaves through the city’s public housing sector, the acting chief executive of the Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO), Themba Mathibe, walked free from the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court this afternoon after being granted bail of R50,000. His release follows a high-profile arrest by the Directorate for Priority Crime…
The air in the Gqeberha magistrate’s court was thick with a silence that felt heavier than the humid coastal breeze outside. All eyes were fixed on the woman in the dock, Annene Claassen, 36, whose poised demeanor seemed at odds with the stark accusations laid before her. Once celebrated for her sharp mind and impeccable…
In a brazen attempt to infiltrate South Africa’s education system, a woman was arrested on the premises of the South African Council for Educators (SACE) headquarters on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, after presenting a fraudulent National Senior Certificate (matric) as part of her application to register as a teacher. The incident unfolded during a routine…
In a devastating and coordinated attack that underscores the persistent and lethal threat posed by jihadist insurgents in Nigeria’s restive northeast, suspected fighters from the Boko Haram faction ambushed a Nigerian Army patrol unit on Tuesday, killing at least seven soldiers and taking 13 others captive, including the unit’s commanding officer, a high-ranking Major. Military…
In a decisive move targeting the pervasive issue of non-compliance in the critical minibus taxi sector, a multi-agency law enforcement operation across Gauteng has resulted in the immediate impoundment of more than 30 vehicles. The high-intensity blitz, executed during the busy morning commute on Wednesday, saw officers from the Gauteng Traffic Police, SAPS, and local…
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a severe heatwave alert for large swathes of the country’s interior, warning residents of the Northern Cape, Free State, and North West to brace for a prolonged and dangerous period of extreme heat. The alert, effective immediately, forecasts scorching conditions that are expected to persist until at…
Johannesburg – In a move that intertwines deep footballing heritage with modern commercial ambition, the iconic Orlando Stadium has been officially rebranded as the Orlando Amstel Arena. The landmark announcement was made on Monday, 27 January 2026, heralding a new chapter for the hallowed Soweto ground following a multi-year, multi-million-rand sponsorship agreement between Orlando Pirates Football Club…
POLOKWANE – A pall of grief and a film of reddish-brown mud now blanket entire communities across Limpopo, as authorities confirmed a grim new toll on Wednesday morning: the devastating floods spawned by relentless, heavy rains have now claimed at least 25 lives. With three individuals still unaccounted for, search and rescue teams are waging…
Pretoria – In a firm and unambiguous statement released on Thursday, reigning South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns have taken a definitive stand against supporter misconduct, condemning in the strongest terms the actions of a small group of fans who confronted and disrupted members of the club’s technical team. The incident occurred in the aftermath of…
