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Five suspected rhino poachers killed in Hluhluwe shootout
Five suspects died in a shootout with police on the R618 Road in Hluhluwe after intelligence suggested they were targeting a KZN game reserve.
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Police seize illicit cigarettes worth R7.8 million
Two foreign nationals were arrested in Bethlehem for possessing illicit cigarettes valued at R7.8 million during a police operation on May 8, 2026. Acting on a tip-off, authorities discovered 180…
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Fuel shortage delays relief mission to Marion Island
Fuel shortages linked to the Middle East crisis have delayed South Africa’s annual relief mission to Marion Island by several weeks.
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Britain sends warship to Gulf; Iran stalls on US peace deal
Britain is sending HMS Dragon to the Middle East ahead of a Hormuz mission. Iran stalls on a US ceasefire proposal amid fresh Gulf clashes.
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Draw enough as Junior Boks claim U20 championship glory
Junior Boks win U20 Rugby Championship 2026 after thrilling 29-29 draw with New Zealand. Bonus-point try secures title in dramatic Saturday clash.
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Hantavirus ship heads for Canary Islands amid three deaths
Hantavirus cruise ship heads for Canary Islands where passengers will be evacuated and flown to their home countries. WHO warns ‘this is not another Covid’.
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Last surviving member of Nelson Mandela’s 12 Disciples, Dr Matjoa, to be laid to rest
Special Provincial Official Funeral for struggle stalwart Dr Pule Elias Matjoa, who will be laid to rest in his home town of Bloemfontein.
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Police investigate deaths of two Durban men at Tankwa Karoo campsite
Police are investigating the sudden deaths of two Durban businessmen found dead in their tent near the AfrikaBurn Festival site in the Tankwa Karoo.
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Popular Cape Town run cancelled due to severe weather
The 2026 Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10K was canceled due to severe weather warnings, prioritizing participant safety and public infrastructure.
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Rockfalls in Schoemanspoort lead to closure of Cango Caves
Schoemanspoort near De Kombuys is closed due to rock falls, as reported on May 7 by the Garden Route Multi-agency command centre. Severe weather has caused hazardous conditions, leading to…
