Police have launched an investigation following a mass shooting in Philippi East on Tuesday night that left three men dead. According to SAPS spokesperson Colonel Andrè Traut, detectives from the Serious and Violent Crime Unit have been assigned to the case and are pursuing all leads to identify and apprehend
By Rachel Mohamed Weeks after collapsing while testifying at the Madlanga Commission, SAPS Crime Intelligence head Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo has returned to the witness box. Khumalo, whose illness is unknown, previously detailed the work of the Political Killings Task Team. His return comes amid reports of an alleged hit
The North Gauteng High Court has set new deadlines that will provide additional time for public feedback on the proposed electricity costs, giving residents and businesses a greater opportunity to influence the final decision. The court recently ruled that the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (NERSA) public consultation process
Twelve-year-old kickboxer Tatum Monis from Mitchell’s Plain has returned home a national champion after clinching gold at the RCFA National Kickboxing Championships in Vanderbijlpark. Her club, the Mitchell’s Plain Kickboxing Club, achieved a clean sweep, with all six of its fighters winning gold despite enduring a devastating setback just weeks
The High Court in Johannesburg has issued an interdict against Operation Dudula, preventing the organisation and its members from demanding IDs from private individuals at health facilities or intimidating, harassing, or assaulting foreign nationals. The order was delivered on Monday following an application brought by Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia, the
Police confirm Brown Mogotsi survived a shooting in Vosloorus on Sunday night. According to initial reports, multiple gunshots were fired at Mogotsi’s vehicle, but he managed to escape unharmed. Mogotsi, well-known in business circles for his controversial dealings, has previously faced allegations of connections with politicians, police officers, and figures
The Western Cape Department of Social Development said it remains committed to promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities beyond Disability Rights Awareness Month, which runs from 3 November to 3 December 2025. MEC Jaco Londt says the department will strengthen efforts to build a more inclusive and
Civil society organisations have expressed deep concern over the South African Police Service’s (SAPS) prolonged delays in releasing the country’s quarterly crime statistics. Originally expected in August, the data is now set for release in November, raising questions about transparency, accountability, and effective planning for community safety. Abie Isaacs, chairperson
The Department of Health, in partnership with the London School of Economics and the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI), will host a public panel discussion on Monday at the University of Pretoria. The event aims to explore strategies to accelerate universal health coverage and strengthen health security, two of the
VOC became the first Muslim radio station in South Africa when a special events license was granted to the station in Ramadan/January 1995. Subsequent temporary broadcast licenses were granted, permitting the station to broadcast for 24 hours.
