Thousands of police officers have been deployed across KwaZulu-Natal to safeguard over 4,300 voting sites for the 2026 Local Government Elections.
South African police warn marches and protests are banned on 2026 local government election day, with security heightened nationwide to protect voting.
Defence specialists advocate deploying special police and military units to address the illegal zama zama mining crisis, citing escalating violence and legislative gaps.
Sixteen people face public violence and property damage charges after a Samwu wage protest in Johannesburg. They have been released on warning as investigations continue.
Authorities impose an interim interdict on the March and March Movement following violent protests in Durban and a reported plot to target a Home Affairs centre.
South African recruitment data suggests AI is not yet replacing workers widely, but repetitive tasks are fading and demand for AI skills is rising.
The SAPS received 156,131 online profile registrations in under 24 hours for 5,500 trainee posts. Applications opened at midnight; closing date is November 13.
SAPS is recruiting 5,500 entry-level police trainees for the 2026 and 2027 financial years. Applications open Oct 21 and close Nov 13 here’s how to apply.
Rising fuel prices are adding pressure on pensioners who rely on the Older Person's Grant, making transport to healthcare and daily essentials harder and more costly.
The N12 was closed both ways between Abu Baker Asvat Drive and K43 in Lenasia on 19 Oct 2026 amid a service-delivery protest; motorists warned of...