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Petrol Price Drop Coming for Drivers This February (2026)
South African motorists are heading for a meaningful diesel and petrol price decrease in February 2026, with early projections pointing to a cut of up to 69 cents per litre…
Why a Social Worker Says Malema Deserves a Suspended Fine, Not Jail
Malema deserves a suspended fine, not jail, a social worker told court. Here is the legal and social context behind the argument.
Johannesburg Pushes Gauteng Water Usage Past 1700 Megalitres Daily
Gauteng water usage stays above targets as Johannesburg hits 1,763 ML/day.
EMPD’s Mkhwanazi Denies Role in Witness D Murder Case
Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi has denied any involvement in the murder of Marius van der Merwe, also known as Witness D, whose killing, days…
Alleged Sex Offender Kills Two (2) Teachers in Eastern Cape Shooting
Two teachers were shot dead at Ntabankulu Primary School in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday after a former teacher, who was out on bail on sexual assault charges involving pupils,…
Names of 12 Children Killed in Vanderbijlpark Scholar Transport Crash Revealed
The Vanderbijlpark scholar transport crash has left families and school communities in mourning across the Vaal. Gauteng Education confirmed the names of 12 learners who died after a scholar transport…
Vaal Scholar Transport Crash Claims Two More Lives: Death Toll At 14
The Vaal scholar transport crash has claimed two more lives, taking the death toll to 14.
Atteridgeville Mass Shooting: Police Hunt Suspects After 5 Killed
Five men were shot and killed outside a tuck shop in the Jeffsville area of Atteridgeville in a brazen daylight attack that has triggered a large-scale police manhunt in Gauteng.…
School Transport Catches Fire With Children Onboard in Lenasia
School transport catches fire after a scholar minibus reportedly went up in flames in Lenasia South on Wednesday, 21 January 2026. Online footage shows residents rushing to help, removing school…
Lack of Law Enforcement Crippling Scholar Transport Services in SA
**Meta Title:** Lack of Law Enforcement Crippling Scholar Transport Services in SA # Lack of Law Enforcement Crippling Scholar Transport Services, Says Creecy South Africa's scholar transport services are facing…
Unlicensed Taxi Driver Confirmed in Vaal Crash That Killed 12 Learners
The Vaal crash that killed 12 learners has raised urgent questions about unlicensed scholar transport, road safety enforcement, and government oversight in Gauteng.
SASSA Disability Grant Payment Dates for February 2026
Stay updated on the SASSA Disability Grant for February 2026. Learn about payment dates, eligibility, and how to apply.
Load Reduction Schedule: 20 – 26 January
Stay informed with the full Load Reduction Schedule for Gauteng from 20 to 26 January 2026. View daily affected areas and times
Vaal 13 Learner Deaths Spark Urgent Push to Tighten Scholar Transport Regulations
The deaths of 13 learners in a Vaal transport accident have renewed calls to tighten scholar transport regulations.
Planned Power Outages This Week: Affected Joburg Areas Revealed
Planned Power Outages This Week affect multiple Johannesburg suburbs. See the full City Power schedule, times, and safety advice.
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