Alleged extortionist Yanga Nyalara killed in police shootout in Eastern Cape

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Yanga Nyalara, an alleged extortionist with a controversial past, was killed in a police shootout while attempting to evade arrest in Eastern Cape.

Frustrations over historical debt mount as Stellenbosch University joins nationwide protests

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Updated

It came as students from the University of Cape Town (UCT) carried out protest action this week regarding fee debt and student housing, including transit and vacation ...

Five dead in Eastern Cape shootout: Yanga ‘Bara’ Nyalara among the victims?

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Police are investigating a shootout in the Eastern Cape that resulted in the deaths of five men, including Yanga 'Bara' Nyalara, known for his alleged involvement ...

‘Joshlin’s disappearance messed up my life’: the trauma of being wrongfully accused

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

She was wrongfully accused in the disappearance of six-year old Joshlin Smith but was later released from police custody after it emerged that she had nothing to ...

Student protest sparks chaos at Stellenbosch University over registration problems

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Students at Stellenbosch University protested on Thursday, demanding support for peers facing deregistration due to ongoing registration issues.

Community unites in search for missing Joshlin Smith

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

As the investigation into Joshlin Smith's disappearance continues, community leaders express their determination to find her and support her family.

One year later: The ongoing search for Joshlin Smith in Saldanha Bay

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A year after the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, Saldanha Bay residents gather to remember her and advocate for justice.

Cape Town Imam gunned down while officiating at a wedding

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

“Two unknown suspects with covered faces got out of the vehicle and started firing multiple shots at the vehicle. ”

Chidimma's mother held in Cape Town over fraud charges

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Anabela Rungo, mother of Miss Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina, has been arrested in Cape Town following allegations of fraudulent documentation and ongoing investigations ...

Nine-year-old’s kidnapping sparks concern over rising crime in Eastern Cape

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Updated

Anti-crime activists warn that the Eastern Cape is becoming South Africa's kidnapping capital, following a series of alarming abductions, including that of 9-year-old ...

R1.2 million reward for stolen painting sheep in Franschhoek

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Franschhoek’s Farm Sanctuary SA is offering a staggering R1. 2 million reward for information leading to the recovery of Baanksy, a stolen sheep known for his unique ...

WATCH: Internal disputes lead to taxis being set alight in Nyanga

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A fire at Nyanga taxi rank in Cape Town has destroyed over fifteen vehicles, raising concerns over ongoing violence within the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association. ...

Teen transferred after bullying incident

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The Grade 8 learner was bullied by four boys who attacked him inside a toilet cubicle.

SPCA uncovers major dogfighting rings in Cape Town

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

In a series of raids, the SPCA has arrested three men involved in organised dogfighting in Cape Town, revealing alarming conditions for the animals involved.

Teenager's horrific toilet bullying experience at Leiden High School

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A 14-year-old boy recounts a traumatic bullying incident at Leiden High School, leading to his withdrawal from school and a mother's fight for justice.

City’s actions ‘a farce to protect Smith, Limberg from public scrutiny’

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The raid left many opposition parties calling for his suspension.

Unsafe conditions force parents to shut down school

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The gates were locked and teachers parked outside Solomon Qatyana Primary School in Asanda Village.

“You didn’t block JP Smith at these doors": Chaos at Cape Town Civic Centre as EFF councillors demand access

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Updated

Opposition councillors faced off against police at the Cape Town Civic Centre as they demanded entry to a virtual council meeting, leading to heated exchanges.

Activists call for closure of unregistered school operating from RDP house

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Activists are calling for the immediate closure of the Champion Student Private School in Kraaifontein, which operates without registration and poses health and ...

No evidence to suspend JP Smith, Xanthea Limberg says Mayor Hill-Lewis

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

In a recent meeting, Mayor Hill-Lewis stated that the lack of evidence prevents the suspension of two Mayco members under investigation.

ANC calls for suspension of DA councillors amid fraud allegations

Gerry Cupido , Mandilakhe Tshwete and Mayibongwe Maqhina|Published

Following allegations of corruption, the ANC calls for the suspension of DA members involved in the ongoing investigation.

Cape Town learner discriminated against over blonde braids

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A Cape Town mother is advocating for her daughter with albinism after she was barred from class due to her blonde braids, raising questions about school policies ...

Woman's harrowing encounter with muggers on Signal Hill

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Two recent attacks on Signal Hill highlight rising safety concerns for hikers, as victims recount their traumatic experiences and call for improved crime reporting. ...

Bredasdorp Grade 1 learner survives fall after being locked in classroom

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A 6-year-old boy from De Heide Primary School survives a fall after being locked in a classroom, prompting an investigation into potential negligence by school staff. ...

SADTU demands action following brutal killing of school principal

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The South African Democratic Teachers Union calls for heightened police visibility around schools after the tragic murder of a principal in Kraaifontein.