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Tragic recovery: Body of missing boy found at Mdumbi Beach
After a desperate search, the body of a seven-year-old boy missing at Mdumbi Beach has been recovered.
Correctional Services liable for toddler's drowning at Mandela House
The Western Cape High Court has found the Department of Correctional Services liable for the drowning of an 18-month-old boy in a swimming pool at the Mandela House, highlighting negligence in securing the premises.
Western Cape High Court finds Correctional Services negligent in toddler drowning case
The Western Cape High Court has found the Department of Correctional Services liable for the drowning of an 18-month-old boy in a swimming pool at the Mandela House, highlighting negligence in securing the premises
Court holds Correctional Services liable for toddler's drowning at Mandela House
The Western Cape High Court has found the Department of Correctional Services liable for the drowning of an 18-month-old boy in a swimming pool at the Mandela House, highlighting negligence in securing the premises
Police probe drowning of Polish couple at Table Bay Harbour
Authorities in Cape Town are investigating the tragic drowning of an elderly Polish couple at Table Bay Harbour.
Search for missing tidal pool maintenance man at Southbroom Main beach continues
The search is ongoing for a 22-year-old tidal pool maintenance man who went missing while swimming at Southbroom Main beach, swept away by rip currents. Rescue teams and community members are working tirelessly to locate him.
Tragic drowning incident claims the life of a Bluff toddler
A three-year-old girl died in a tragic drowning incident in Bluff, Durban.
Six drowning deaths as huge waves hit Australian coast
Surf Life Saving Australia issued a warning that strong swells would create hazardous surf conditions along the coasts of New South Wales and Victoria.
Search ends in tragedy as bodies of missing fishermen are recovered off the West Coast
After a two-day search, the bodies of two fishermen missing off the West Coast have been recovered near Lamberts Bay, prompting an investigation by local authorities.
Bodies of two missing West Coast fishermen recovered near Lamberts Bay
Two local fishermen who went missing at sea have been found deceased after an extensive two-day search operation along the West Coast.
Traditional healer drowns during Crocodile River rituals with prophet friend
A traditional healer tragically drowned while performing rituals with a prophet at Crocodile River, prompting police warnings about safety during Easter rituals.
Missing 7-year-old's drowning death prompts Childline KZN safety warnings
After 7-year-old Sqalo Phumelela Ntlooa drowned while hunting with friends in Cato Manor, Childline KZN warns of critical gaps in child supervision and safety measures. The tragedy, marked by conflicting accounts from other children, highlights the need for proper oversight and trauma support for children affected by such incidents.
Police recover three bodies amid flash flood rescues across Gauteng
SAPS Water Policing and Diving Services responded to multiple drowning incidents across Gauteng following heavy rainfall, recovering three bodies including a 16-year-old girl and rescuing stranded flood victims.
Drowning incident: Bodies of two Northern Cape teenage boys recovered in Hartsrivier
Two teenage boys, aged 13 and 14, drowned while swimming in the Hartsrivier in Delportshoop, Northern Cape after a two-day search.
Essential water safety tips for the upcoming school holidays
With the school holidays approaching, the NSRI urges holidaymakers to prioritise water safety as a new moon spring tide peaks this weekend, bringing potential hazards to coastal areas.
Parents of missing US student Sudiksha Konanki want her to be declared deceased
After their daughter Sudiksha Konanki went missing during a spring break trip in the Dominican Republic, her parents are seeking a legal declaration of death to begin the grieving process
NSRI seeks public help to identify body found in Plettenberg Bay surf zone
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a deceased man in the surf zone at Lookout Rocks, Plettenberg Bay, and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying him.
NSRI seeks public help to identify body found at Plettenberg Bay
The NSRI is appealing for assistance in identifying a deceased man found in the surf zone at Lookout Rocks, Plettenberg Bay, as police investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
Limpopo man jumped into Tzaneen dam, struggled to swim and drowned
An inquest has been opened by the police in Limpopo after a 48-year-old man was allegedly seen throwing himself into Tzaneen dam, leading to his drowning.
Body of 15-year-old boy recovered after swimming in flooded river in the North West
The boy, from Ruigtesloot Village, lost his life after he was swept away while swimming in a swollen river with his five friends.
Free State flood disaster: Eight drown after bakkie swept away
Eight people, including an elderly couple, their three grandchildren, and a young family, tragically drowned in Heilbron after their bakkie was swept away by strong currents while crossing a low-level bridge.
Search for Amaan Khan to conclude tomorrow with family prayer at Hibberdene
"We will leave it to the will of our God"
Body of local fisherman recovered by NSRI rear Mossel Bay
NSRI Mossel Bay were alerted on Friday by reports of a body floating in the water offshore of Fransmanshoek near Mossel Bay at around 3. 30pm yesterday.
Double tragedy: Crocodile River claims man, floods take child's life
Two separate water-related tragedies rock Limpopo communities as authorities discover remains in crocodile-inhabited Letaba River and floodwaters claim young life in Dwaalboom
Life-saving partnership: Elite schools unite to tackle SA’s drowning crisis
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Roedean School Water Polo Prestige Cup is partnering with under-resourced schools across Johannesburg, combining competitive sports with vital water safety education to address South Africa’s drowning crisis.