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Solidarity with Iran: South Africa expresses condolences after deadly port explosion
Following a devastating explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in Iran, South Africa has extended heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families, expressing solidarity during this tragic time.
KZN receives major boost from R1. 4 billion disaster recovery fund
In response to the widespread devastation caused by severe weather events, ranging from floods and heatwaves to veld fires and droughts, the South African government has allocated R1. 44 billion to kickstart recovery effort
Remembering the Throb nightclub disaster: 25 years on
Honouring the victims
Municipalities urged to enforce building by-laws, stop littering amid disastrous floods crisis
The National Disaster Management Centre has declared another national disaster following severe February floods across seven provinces. Officials are calling for stricter enforcement of building regulations and improved waste management to prevent future flooding disasters.
Reflecting on South Africa's mining safety: Lessons from past disasters
South Africa grapples with a legacy of mining disasters, calling for urgent reforms to ensure worker safety.
'There's magic in that van' - The story behind a Kombi that miraculously survived California wildfire
The heartwarming story of a classic Volkswagen that survived the devastating Palisades Fire, becoming a beacon of hope for a community in despair.
Infographic: Why the Palisades Fire, California is worst in Los Angeles' history
Wildfires fuelled by 'life-threatening' Santa Ana winds – warm, dry air formed in the Great Basin Desert of America’s southwest – are forcing the evacuation of over 100,000 residents in Southern California.
World's deadliest air crash disasters
The deadliest air accident ever in South Korea killed 179 people on Sunday, when Jeju Air flight 7C2216 erupted in a fireball while landing at Muan International Airport.
Tears, prayers and candles as Asia mourns 220,000 tsunami deaths 20 years on
Tearful mourners prayed and lit candles Thursday at ceremonies across Asia to remember the 220,000 people killed two decades ago when a tsunami hit coastlines around the Indian Ocean in one of the world's worst disasters.
Response efforts under way for Masiphumelele fire victims
The Disaster Risk Management Centre said that a meeting was held with all stakeholders earlier in the day to address the issues facing those who have been displaced by the fire.
Several hundreds dead in Mayotte cyclone
Rescue services search for survivors after the most powerful cyclone in nearly a century devastated the French Indian Ocean archipelago of Mayotte.
Three dead, scores displaced after rains wreak havoc in Eastern Cape
At least three people have died and thousands more displaced following torrential downpours in the Eastern Cape earlier this week.
‘No meaningful progress’: ActionSA urges Gauteng government to declare Lillian Ngoyi Street a disaster zone amid repair delays
ActionSA’s Joburg councillor Lebo Mokoka said despite the R196 million allocated for the reconstruction, the contractor has made ‘no meaningful progress’.
Johannesburg Roads Agency threatens to cancel tender over delays in Lillian Ngoyi Street repairs
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has announced that is considering cancelling the tender for the repair of Lillian Ngoyi Street, previously known as Bree Street, in the Johannesburg Central Business District due to delays in the road restoration project.
Death toll climbs to seven in KZN wildfires
The wildfires left over 50 people homeless with at least 48 houses partially damaged, and 27 were completely destroyed.
Councillor Pophaim appeals for emergency funds as Cape Town battles severe flooding
Cape Town's informal settlements face severe flooding. Councillor Pophaim urges swift transfer of Emergency Housing Grant for relief efforts amid ongoing assessments and community support appeals.
KZN rejoices while Cape mourns
The George building collapse tragedy leaves more questions than answers. Here in KwaZulu-Natal, however, hundreds of families are celebrating the accomplishments of those being capped at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s ongoing graduation season.
George building collapse: death toll rises to seven
Rescue personnel have since managed to rescue 36 construction workers from the rubble.
Construction workers trapped as building collapses in George
Gift of the Givers said about 46 construction workers are trapped.
Margate residents continue with mop up operations after five people killed in deadly storm
At least five people have been confirmed dead and two more injured following torrential rains and gusty winds in Margate, along the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast.
GRAPHIC: Why did Baltimore bridge collapse?
The Francis Scott Key Bridge was built before the latest standards on bridge protection were put in place, leading to its complete collapse when it was hit by a container ship last month.
Cause of Baltimore bridge collision 'yet to be determined': Singapore ship managers
Authorities from the US and Singapore are still investigating the reason a container vessel crashed into a bridge in Baltimore, Maryland.
Record heat index of 62. 3C scorches Rio de Janeiro
A burning heat wave has swept across Brazil’s capital city of Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures hitting a record high index of 62. 3ºC in some areas.
One death reported as wildfires rage across Texas panhandle
An 83-year-old woman died in Texas, in the small town of Stinnett, died as a result of the wildfires sweeping through the lone star state.
Four dead, 14 missing after fire guts Spanish apartment block
At least four people died and another 14 are missing after a fire gutted a multi-storey apartment building in Valencia, Spain on Thursday evening.