IN PICS: Durban unveils state-of-the-art forensic lab to enhance crime investigation

POST REPORTER|Published

THE newly launched SAPS Forensic Laboratory in Durban aims to enhance forensic analysis and support criminal investigations, replacing outdated facilities that compromised ...

Click: compare how South Africa's fuel prices compare globally

Jason Woosey|Published

Oil prices rose by up to 46% in the space of a month, with countries such as Germany, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Spain, Ghana, Portugal and South Africa having ...

NPA condemns threats against prosecutors in Julius Malema case

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has condemned alleged threats directed at prosecutors handling the Julius Malema matter.

'We cannot allow it to happen': Sassa takes a stand against unlawful queue selling at its offices

Wendy Dondolo|Published

Sassa CEO Themba Matlou said reports of the practice were “unacceptable, unlawful and a serious exploitation of vulnerable members of society who solely rely on ...

Viral TikTok dance on Checkers checkout counter sparks outrage

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A TikTok video showing a woman dancing on a Checkers checkout counter has gone viral, sparking outrage and a formal response from the retailer

DignitySA to challenge prohibition on physician-assisted suicide in South Africa

Zelda Venter|Published

The organisation will ask the court to declare the common law of medical assistance in dying unlawful as well as that the declaration of invalidity should be suspended ...

SASSA urges beneficiaries to complete annual life certification to avoid payment disruptions

Wendy Dondolo|Published

SASSA reminds social grant beneficiaries to complete their annual life certification to prevent payment disruptions.

eThekwini ratepayers voice concerns over proposed tariff increases

Zainul Dawood|Published

The eThekwini Municipality met with ratepayer associations to discuss the draft budget and tariff increases

eThekwini Municipality reported R1.9 billion electricity loss in 2024/2025

Zainul Dawood|Published

THE eThekwini Municipality reported a staggering R1.9 billion loss in electricity for the 2024/2025 financial year, as outlined in the latest oversight report.

Historic appointments of Justices Dambuza-Mayosi and Savage to SA's Constitutional Court

Simon Majadibodu|Published

PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa appoints Justices Nambitha Christabel Dambuza-Mayosi and Katharine Mary Savage to the Constitutional Court, marking a significant milestone ...

Tragic early morning crash on Durban North freeway claims the life of young woman

Monishka Govender|Published

A young woman tragically lost her life in a head-on collision on the M4 Northern Freeway in Durban North, leaving multiple injured and authorities investigating ...

The dangers of fake spiritualists: a warning from religious leaders

Yoshini Perumal|Published

The warning comes after the Durban Regional Court recently withdrew a conspiracy to commit murder case against a Chatsworth family, who were charged for allegedly ...

Protecting communities from faith predators: a call for awareness

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Dr Keresha Govender explores the alarming rise of fake spiritualists

CRL Commission calls for action against fraudulent spiritual practices

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Commissioner Dr Rajendran Govender said in South Africa, certain categories such as traditional healers fell under regulatory frameworks.

Durban High Court postpones Tongaat Hulett liquidation case amid new funding agreement

Nomonde Zondi|Published

The Durban High Court has postponed the liquidation case against Tongaat Hulett after a last-minute funding agreement was reached, providing the company with a temporary ...

Clampdown: Phoenix pupils as young as 13 caught vaping in school toilets

Yoshini Perumal|Published

Community leaders have reported that pupils as young as 13 are vaping in school toilets.

Julius Malema claims political bias in firearm sentencing

Manyane Manyane|Published

Julius Malema, leader of the EFF, claims his recent sentencing for unlawful firearm discharge is politically motivated, alleging external influences on the judiciary ...

Watch VideoWATCH: Family of PMB double murder victims mocked and insulted outside court

Nadia Khan|Published

Calls for justice heightened during a placard demonstration as the man accused of killing a Pietermaritzburg mother and her teenage daughter appeared in court today. ...

Family yearns for justice as pre-trial for Shailen Singh's alleged killers is adjourned

Nadia Khan|Published

The family of slain Mount Edgecombe businessman Shailen Singh, are hoping for swift justice, as the trial dates for his alleged killers are being set.