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Meet Thorsten 'Spike' Brits: The South African goalkeeper making waves at Manchester City
Thorsten 'Spike' Brits is a promising talent to watch. Discover how this young goalkeeper is making his mark at Manchester City.
Police eyeing more arrests in kidnapping of Emaan Fatima
The nine-year-old was released Wednesday morning, almost a week after she was kidnapped outside a school in Buffalo Flats in East London on February 4, 2025.
Video of kidnapped Eastern Cape girl surfaces on social media
Emaan Fatima was allegedly abducted near her school in East London on February 4.
Recent rainfall boosts KwaZulu-Natal dam levels amid flood warnings
Recent heavy rainfall has significantly increased dam levels across KwaZulu-Natal, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation to urge residents to exercise caution during potential flooding.
South Africa’s dams surge as heavy rainfall elevates water levels
Recent torrential rains in South Africa have led to a significant rise in dam levels, with the Vaal Dam showing a remarkable increase from 24. 3% to 50. 53%, prompting the Department of Water and Sanitation to urge caution among residents.
Rescue operation at Bonza Bay beach saves eight from treacherous waters
Buffalo City municipal spokesperson Samkelo Ngwenya lauded the search and rescue teams that managed to avert what could have been a disastrous situation on Friday.
Lifeguards save eight swimmers from rip currents at East London beach
Lifeguards at Bonza Bay Beach in East London rescued eight swimmers, including children, from dangerous rip currents. The incident highlights the risks of swimming during spring tides and the importance of lifeguard presence.
Hundreds march for six-month ARV refills on World Aids Day
Around two million people living with HIV are still not on HIV treatment.
England starts South Africa Tour with T20 win
England begins their South Africa tour with a thrilling four-wicket victory in the first T20 match, thanks to Nat Sciver-Brunt’s impressive performance.
Taxpayers paid R37 million for prison officials’ hotel stay
The department spent R8. 2m on hotel accommodation for four officials who were transferred from the head office to the Eastern Cape between 2021 to date.
Severe weather causes flight disruptions at King Phalo Airport in East London
King Phalo Airport in East London is experiencing significant flight disruptions due to severe weather, with ACSA advising travellers to check with airlines for updates.
Eastern Beach in East London closed due to dangerous conditions
The Buffalo City Metro Municipality has temporarily closed Eastern Beach due to dangerous rip currents and eroded areas, urging beachgoers to stay away until further notice.
Bongeziwe Mabandla announces his ‘amaXesha’ South African tour
Mabandla’s tour starts on Friday, November 15, at the Old Biscuit Mill in Cape Town, before moving to other parts of the country.
Woman, 20, arrested after body of newborn found in dustbin at a student residence in East London
A 20-year-old woman has been charged after the body of a newborn was found in a dustbin at a university in East London.
Update: EC police say teen quizzed over rapes has been released
Police in the Eastern Cape have taken an 18-year-old into custody following the rapes of five women in Mqhekezweni, earlier this week.
Two men sentenced to life for raping pregnant e-hailing driver
During the trial, the duo pleaded not guilty, claiming that the encounter had been consensual.
Flight disruptions at East London’s King Phalo Airport due to severe weather conditions
Adverse weather conditions have forced flights to be grounded at East London’s King Phalo Airport.
Trio in court for Lusikisiki mass murders abandon bail application
Three men, arrested in connection with the Lusikisiki mass murders, have abandoned their bail application.
Flights grounded at East London’s King Phalo Airport due to severe weather conditions
All flights to East London airport have been cancelled until further notice.
Explainer: Why fuel is more expensive inland, and how prices are calculated in South Africa
The petrol itself costs less than R10 per litre. Here’s how fuel prices are calculated in South Africa.
MSC continues search for missing containers off coast of East London
East London residents are urged to report any containers spotted offshore after several containers were damaged or lost overboard off the coast last month.
Just In: Kidnapped Alize van der Merwe and another woman have been released
The Hawks in the Eastern Cape have confirmed that two kidnapped women, one of them Alize van der Merwe, have been rescued.
Ransom demand for kidnapped Alize van der Merwe
Authorities are still searching for Alize van der Merwe who was kidnapped and a ransom demand has been made for her.
Suspect appears in court over R1. 2 million hotel speed point fraud
Dylan Buzz Strydom sold speed points to a hotel, but is accused of pocketing the money from its sales.
Heritage Month: Students honour Walter Sisulu at Xhamela Cultural Festival
WSU students, adorned in vibrant traditional attire, dance in celebration of Walter Sisulu’s legacy during a cultural festival, showcasing South Africa’s diverse heritage and honouring the university’s history of resistance against apartheid.