The National Institute for Communicable Diseases says the 2026 flu season has started earlier than expected, with its official onset recorded around 9 March. The early arrival has raised concerns about a possible increase in infections ahead of the usual winter peak. Experts are urging the public to get vaccinated without delay. Cheryl Cohen from […]
Traffic on the R71 between Moria and Polokwane in Limpopo has started increasing as congregants from the ZCC and Saint Engenas begin leaving after attending Easter conferences. Drivers are experiencing heavier flows as pilgrims make their way back to Gauteng and other destinations. Polokwane Municipality Traffic Police have deployed officers along major routes including the […]
TS Galaxy secured their place in the 2026 Nedbank Cup final after defeating Millford FC 4-3 in a penalty shootout at Solomon Mahlangu Stadium in KwaMhlanga on Sunday. The match ended 1-1 after extra time, with 23-year-old Patrick Fisher scoring the decisive penalty to send Galaxy into their second Nedbank Cup final in seven years. […]
Lira is set to make a powerful return to the stage with a one-woman show at the Lyric Theatre in Johannesburg on 18 April. Titled Still Here, the performance marks her long-awaited comeback after six years away from the venue, promising fans a memorable night filled with her iconic hits and brand-new music. Following her […]
The South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is urging the public to donate blood as demand continues to rise. Donor Relations Practitioner Mompati Sebogo highlighted that the need for blood increases during this time of year, particularly due to a rise in road accidents. Sebogo explained that SANBS requires around 3,500 units of blood daily, […]
Polokwane is experiencing a surge in economic activity as hundreds of thousands of pilgrims arrive for the Easter weekend gatherings hosted by two branches of the Zion Christian Church. The event attracts massive crowds to Moria, just outside the city, boosting local businesses and services. Authorities have urged motorists to remain cautious as traffic volumes […]
A wedding in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, was called off after the groom and his father were arrested for drunk driving during a Saturday night roadblock operation. The arrests were part of Operation Nenzani LaEzweni, which targets motorists driving under the influence. Authorities say the crackdown has intensified over the Easter period, with more than 180 drunk […]
A 15-year-old learner, Tsoarelo Likana from Moshate Secondary School, has tragically died after drowning at a public swimming pool in Sharpeville. Reports indicate that friends attempted to save him, but their efforts were unsuccessful. The incident has left the community in shock and mourning, with many expressing sadness over the loss of such a young […]
Over 120 motorists have been arrested for drunk driving in Johannesburg since the start of the Easter long weekend. The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) also confirmed two fatalities in separate road crashes, involving a pedestrian and a passenger. To ensure safer roads, the JMPD has intensified stop-and-search operations and roadside checks across all regions […]
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has confirmed that a bus intercepted in the Free State was properly processed at the Beitbridge Port of Entry. Commissioner Michael Masiapato said all 43 passengers were screened, and their documents were verified and found to be valid. The BMA believes additional undocumented passengers may have boarded the bus after […]