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Tragic recovery: Body of seven-year-old boy found at Mdumbi Beach
Following a heartbreaking incident at Mdumbi Beach, the body of a seven-year-old boy has been recovered after a relentless search by local authorities and volunteers. This tragedy underscores the importance of beach safety for families.
Students demand justice as WSU residence manager receives bail in murder case
Three students from Walter Sisulu University were arrested following a violent protest against the bail granted to a residence manager accused of murder, highlighting tensions within the university community.
Anger at WSU as students protest bail for residence manager accused of murder
A protest demanding justice for Sisonke Mbolekwa, who was allegedly killed by a residence manager, turned violent at WSU's Mthatha campus, leading to the arrest of three students and disruption on the N2 highway.
Cradock Four inquest resumes after nearly 40 years of silence
In a moment that could reshape the narrative surrounding one of South Africa's most lamentable chapters of the anti-apartheid struggle, the third inquest into the deaths of the Cradock Four commenced at the Gqeberha High Court in the Eastern Cape. More than 39 years have passed since the brutal murders of Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sparrow Mkhonto, and Sicelo Mhlauli, activists whose lives were tragically cut short in 1985.
Justice for the Cradock Four: Families hope for answers in renewed inquest
After 39 years, the inquest into the brutal murders of the Cradock Four has resumed, with families seeking closure and accountability for the anti-apartheid activists' deaths.
Cradock Four inquest resumes after nearly 40 years of silence
In a moment that could reshape the narrative surrounding one of South Africa's most lamentable chapters of the anti-apartheid struggle, the third inquest into the deaths of the Cradock Four commenced at the Gqeberha High Court in the Eastern Cape. More than 39 years have passed since the brutal murders of Fort Calata, Matthew Goniwe, Sparrow Mkhonto, and Sicelo Mhlauli, activists whose lives were tragically cut short in 1985.
Eastern Cape man to wear orange prison uniform for life after murdering his girlfriend
Mxolisi Dingezweni, 31, will spend the rest of his life behind bars after the Lusikisiki Regional Court handed him a life sentence for fatally stabbing his 30-year-old girlfriend following an argument at a local tavern.
Ambulance shortages in South Africa at critical levels, a threat to emergency care
In a recent Parliamentary response, Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi acknowledged that staffing levels are insufficient to cater to the needs of a population exceeding 63 million, with the government promising to enhance staffing as resources permit.
Family seeks answers after Durban fire claims life of 29-year-old
An Eastern Cape family is left devastated after Ayanda Ziqethu, 29, dies in a fire at an informal settlement in Durban. As they seek answers, suspicions arise about the circumstances surrounding his death.
Elderly woman, 69, stabbed to death in Eastern Cape home
Eastern Cape police seek information on the stabbing of a 69-year-old woman found dead in her bedroom, as the motive for this act remains unknown.
Hawks arrest man after kidnapping of R300,000 RAF payout recipient
A suspect has been arrested by the Hawks after allegedly kidnapping a man in Tsolo who had just received a R300,000 Road Accident Fund payout and transporting him over 800 kilometers to Klerksdorp, where his bank account was drained.
Help find kidnapped newborns from Gqeberha hospital
Police launched an urgent investigation following the kidnapping of two newborn boys from Dora Nginza Hospital in Gqeberha.
Urgent appeal: Help find kidnapped newborns from Gqeberha hospital
Police launched an urgent investigation following the kidnapping of two newborn boys from Dora Nginza Hospital in Gqeberha.
Eastern Cape doctor fined R500 000 for defrauding SARS R1. 8 million in tax evasion
A medical doctor from East London, Kurunalingam Chetty, has been fined R500,000 and received a suspended prison sentence after defrauding SARS of over R1. 8 million.
No doctors left: Staff shortage forces Livingstone Hospital to close outpatient clinics
Outpatient surgical services at Livingstone Hospital have been suspended due to a critical staffing crisis, leaving patients in dire need of care without access to essential surgeries.
Eastern Cape woman pulls off a R1. 6 million payday scam with 17 sneaky bank accounts
An Eastern Cape woman has been convicted of defrauding her employer of over R1. 6 million/
Cop in cuffs: Eastern Cape police officer busted on charges of fraud and money laundering
A 48-year-old police officer in Eastern Cape has been arrested on charges of fraud and money laundering, with investigations ongoing.
Tributes pour in for Siam Lee's mom, who died in the Eastern Cape
Social media is flooded with tributes for Carmen Nans Lee, the mother of Siam Lee, who sadly passed away in the Eastern Cape.
Cape cobra slithers into children's bedroom, prompting urgent rescue response
According to the African Snake Bite Institute, the Cape cobra stands out as one of the most dangerous snake species in South Africa, notorious for its quick, defensive behaviour.
WATCH: Terrifying Cape Cobra encounter in children's bedroom – snake rescuer responds
A family in Port Elizabeth faces a terrifying encounter when a Cape Cobra slithers into their children's bedroom, prompting a swift rescue by SnakeRescue NSRR Eastern Cape.
EFF calls for improved road safety measures following deadly Eastern Cape accident
The EFF have urged the Department of Transport to enhance road safety measures following a devastating accident that left 15 people dead.
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Deadliest crash in Eastern Cape: 15 dead in minibus taxi collision
Fifteen people lost their lives in a devastating head-on collision between a minibus taxi and a bakkie in the Eastern Cape, marking one of the deadliest accidents in the region's history.
Fifteen people die in Eastern Cape head-on crash
A head-on collision in the Eastern Cape between a minibus taxi and a bakkie resulted in 15 deaths and five injuries.