Local Stories
Local Stories
Local Stories
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Social media becomes hunting ground for human traffickers in South Africa
SA faces increasing online dangers, with criminals exploiting technology for digital human trafficking, particularly among vulnerable rural communities.
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Safety alerts issued as Kruger Park battles severe weather and rising rivers
Kruger National Park battles severe weather, prompting border closures and travel advisories. Stay updated and safe during your visit.
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Police warn motorists of fake roadworks scam targeting night travellers
Motorists warned of a criminal plot using fake roadwork signs on the N14. Stay alert and exercise caution to avoid potential danger.
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Two Oceans Aquarium rescues one-ton sunfish in Cape Town
The Two Oceans Aquarium team began the new year by rescuing their largest sunfish yet, a one-ton fish trapped at Cape Town’s Sturrock Dry Dock.
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NSRI calls for vigilance after spike in festive season water rescues
“Drowning is silent; someone who is drowning will quietly slip underwater. They are unable to shout because they are concentrating on breathing.”
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Former Heathfield principal wins five-year court battle
Neumann wins 5-year court battle against WCED. Court orders that Heathfield High principal be reinstated after dismissal over Covid-19 school safety concerns.
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Cape Town taxi driver arrested for slashing traffic patrol vehicle tyres in CBD
A taxi driver has started the new year behind bars following his arrest in connection with the slashing of a traffic patrol vehicle’s tyres in the CBD.
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MENING | Geweld, werkloosheid ook maar soos oorlog
Dis hartseer om te sien hoedat verskeie lande in die wêreld onder oorlogvoering gebuk gaan. Die hartseerste daarvan is die feit dat onskuldige mense daaronder moet ly – veral vroue…
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Fireworks still cause hidden trauma for animals despite fewer emergency calls
CAPE TOWN – The Cape of Good Hope SPCA is cautioning the public that fewer emergency calls during this year’s New Year celebrations don’t mean animals were spared from fireworks-related…
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Former Cape Flats librarian now strengthens public library voice nationally
Cape Town’s Naziem Hardy appointed deputy chairperson of National Council for Library Services after 32-year career starting as library assistant.
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