Gauteng residents brace for cooler, wet weather after scorching Easter weekend
The South African Weather Service has forecast widespread showers and thunderstorms across Pretoria and Johannesburg.
The South African Weather Service has forecast widespread showers and thunderstorms across Pretoria and Johannesburg.
A SAPS captain has been arrested in Gauteng for allegedly defrauding the police service of millions through the Polfin system.
The JMPD arrested 121 motorists for drunk driving during Easter weekend operations in Johannesburg.
Bonelela Mgudlwa has distanced his wife, Anele Mdoda, from a PPE tender scandal linked to COVID-19 contracts found to be irregular. The SIU secured a ruling ordering repayment of unlawful profits tied to the tenders awarded to his company. Mgudlwa disputes the findings and plans to challenge the decision in the High Court.
Three people were killed in a head-on collision between an SUV and a sedan on the R67 in the Eastern Cape. The SUV caught fire, killing two occupants, while a 13-year-old boy escaped and was taken to hospital. The sedan driver also died at the scene, and a culpable homicide case has been opened
The South African government says there is no national fuel shortage despite reports of empty pumps in some areas. Officials attribute disruptions to panic buying and logistical challenges following a sharp fuel price increase. Motorists have been urged to avoid hoarding fuel to prevent worsening the situation.
Three pedestrians, including a woman and two minors, were killed after being struck by a car on the N4 toll road in Mpumalanga.
One of the conjoined twins from Mankweng Hospital has died following complications after a successful separation surgery. Both infants developed severe sepsis, and one passed away due to multiple organ failure despite intensive medical care. The remaining twin is in stable condition, while the Health Minister extended condolences and praised the medical team.
Tshwane bus services have returned to normal after a fuel shortage disrupted operations and left commuters stranded. Many passengers were forced to seek alternative, often costly, transport during the disruption. The city has apologised and says measures are being implemented to prevent future supply issues.