Brackenfell Teen Crash: Families Mourn Victims
Four Cape Town teenagers died when their car hit a tree and caught fire. Families and schools remember the victims while police piece together the cause.
Alberton Plane Crash Hits School
A light aircraft crashed into Hoërskool Alberton’s tuckshop during an emergency landing after engine failure on 26 October 2025. The instructor and student pilot escaped unharmed, NSC exams continue uninterrupted, and SACAA is investigating the incident.
Woodstock Child Alcohol Video Under Investigation
Cape Town authorities are investigating the Woodstock child alcohol video after a mother filmed herself giving liquor to her toddler. The child is safe, and police have opened a case.
Louvre Jewellery Heist Arrests: Two Suspects Held
French prosecutors confirm Louvre jewellery heist arrests after the $102m daylight robbery. Two men were detained near Paris, including one at Charles de Gaulle Airport, as investigators pursue the missing jewels and other suspects.
Probe Into Fake Matric School at DUT Intensifies
DUT is investigating “Matric Scholars,” an alleged fake matric school at DUT that took over R8,000 per learner without valid NSC exam numbers. The DA demands urgent learner placement at recognised centres and accountability from DUT.
Eastville Primary Sexual Misconduct Probe Sparks Outrage
The Eastville Primary sexual misconduct case in Mitchells Plain fuels outrage as a volunteer allegedly made explicit remarks to pupils. Consequently, parents demand reforms while investigations intensify.
Milnerton High Assault: Teens Granted Bail
Eight Milnerton High School learners, aged 17–18, faced court on 23 October 2025, charged with brutally assaulting a 16-year-old cancer survivor. The viral video of the Milnerton High assault shows the Grade 10 learner beaten with a hockey stick, hosepipe, and belt.
Kruger Park Name Change Dismissed by Government
The government has dismissed claims of a Kruger Park name change. The Environment Department says no such proposal exists, confirming the park keeps its historic name.
Milnerton High Assault: 8 Pupils Suspended After Viral Video
A shocking video of a Grade 10 pupil beaten at Milnerton High School has sparked outrage across South Africa. The brutal Milnerton High assault, involving a cancer survivor, led to the suspension of eight pupils and a police investigation. Parents and officials
Joburg Shelter Demolitions: SCA Orders Rebuild or Pay
The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled the Joburg shelter demolitions in Rabie Ridge unlawful. The City must rebuild the destroyed shelters or pay R1,500 per affected resident.
Mbenenge Sexual Harassment Tribunal Shocks SA
The Mbenenge sexual harassment tribunal has gripped South Africa, exposing power abuses in the judiciary. Andiswa Mengo accuses Judge President Selby Mbenenge of unwanted advances, sparking heated tribunal arguments. With 43% of women in South Africa’s legal field facing harassment, this case
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