Western Cape schools closed as Level 8 storm batters the province
All Western Cape schools are closed on 12 May 2026 as a Level 8 weather warning triggers flooding and dangerous storm conditions across the province.
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South Africa declares national disaster as storms kill at least eight people across six provinces
Government declares disaster status after severe storms kill at least eight people across six provinces.
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Russia holds most pared-back Victory Day parade in two decades as ceasefire takes effect
Russia held its most scaled-back Victory Day 2026 parade in two decades with no tanks or missiles on display, as a US-brokered ceasefire with Ukraine took effect.
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Constitutional Court orders parliament to proceed with Ramaphosa impeachment inquiry
South Africa’s Constitutional Court ruled parliament must proceed with the Ramaphosa impeachment inquiry. Here’s what the Phala Phala ruling means and what happens next.
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US and Iran trade fire in Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire falters
US Navy destroyers and Iranian forces exchanged fire in the Strait of Hormuz on 7 May 2026, threatening the already strained US-Iran ceasefire.
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NHI Act faces its first Constitutional Court test over public participation
South Africa’s NHI Act is in the Constitutional Court for the first time, with judges questioning whether Parliament’s public participation process was genuine.
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GameStop makes $56 billion unsolicited bid to buy eBay in move to rival Amazon
GameStop has made a $56 billion unsolicited bid to buy eBay, offering $125 per share in a deal CEO Ryan Cohen says could build a serious rival to Amazon.
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South Africa cut-off low: SAWS warns of flooding, snow and gale-force winds from Tuesday
SAWS has issued Level 6 warnings as a cut-off low brings flooding, snow and gale-force winds to the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal from Tuesday.
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Iran fires missiles and drones at UAE as Fujairah oil refinery burns and ceasefire falters
Iran launched missiles and drones at the UAE on 4 May 2026, striking the Fujairah oil refinery and pushing the fragile US-Iran ceasefire to the brink.
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MP Fadiel Adams alleges kidnapping attempt at his Cape Town home
Fadiel Adams police raid: the National Coloured Congress MP says 15 masked PKTT officers entered his Cape Town home without a warrant.
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Petrol rises above predictions after DMPR confirms official May prices
DMPR confirms petrol rises R3.27/l from Wednesday 6 May 2026. The slate levy explains why it’s higher than forecast.
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Emfuleni municipal manager in court today over Vaal River sewage pollution
Emfuleni municipal manager April Ntuli appears in court today on five charges of Vaal River sewage pollution. Here’s the background to the case.
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Petrol price to jump by R2.09 a litre from Wednesday as government extends fuel levy relief
South Africa’s May 2026 petrol price rises by R2.09 a litre from Wednesday. Government extends fuel levy relief until June. Here’s what to expect.
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Malema condemns xenophobic attacks as Nigerian consulate confirms two deaths
EFF leader Julius Malema condemned xenophobic attacks on African nationals at a May Day rally as the Nigerian consulate confirmed two deaths in the violence.
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Trump says US Navy acting ‘like pirates’ as Iran blockade squeezes Tehran
Trump says the US Navy is acting “like pirates” to enforce the Iran blockade. What the seizures mean for oil prices and South Africa’s fuel costs.
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SASSA payment dates: Latest grant schedule, changes and how to collect payments in 2026
SASSA payment dates for 2026, updated monthly in the last week before each new month with confirmed grant payment dates and collection guidance in South Africa.
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SASSA confirms May 2026 grant payment dates starting 5 May for older persons
SASSA payment dates for May 2026 confirmed: older persons paid on 5 May, disability on 6 May, children’s grants on 7 May for over 18 million beneficiaries.
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Trump weighs military options as Iran oil standoff pushes crude prices to four-year high
Trump is being briefed on military options as the Iran Strait of Hormuz standoff drives oil above $108 a barrel and pushes South Africa’s May petrol price higher.
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South Africa braces for May 4 national shutdown as anti-immigration protests escalate
A national shutdown is planned for 4 May 2026 in South Africa over anti-immigration sentiment. Here is what the protests mean and what to expect on Monday.
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New BCEA earnings threshold of R269 600 takes effect today as South Africa marks Workers’ Day
South Africa’s BCEA earnings threshold increases to R269,600.90 per annum from 1 May 2026. Here is what the change means for employers and employees.
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South Africa extends fuel levy cut as Iran war keeps oil above $120 a barrel
South Africa has extended its fuel levy reduction in 2026 as the Iran war keeps Brent crude above $120 a barrel. Here is what changes in June.
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Hundreds march through Johannesburg CBD demanding crackdown on illegal immigration
ActionSA led an immigration march through Johannesburg’s CBD on April 30, 2026, demanding tighter controls on undocumented foreign nationals.
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Petrol price increase confirmed for May 2026 despite fuel levy relief extension
South Africa’s petrol price is set to increase by about R2.09 per litre from 6 May 2026 despite fuel levy relief. Here is what motorists can expect to pay.
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US commits $100 million to repair Chornobyl nuclear shelter after Russian drone strike
The US has pledged up to $100 million toward repairing the Chornobyl nuclear shelter after a Russian drone strike. Here is what the damage looks like and what the G7 plan involves.
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South Africa’s fuel levy relief to be phased out by July as National Treasury eyes finances
South Africa’s temporary R3/l fuel levy cut will be phased out by June’s end, with the full R4.10/l petrol levy reinstated from 1 July 2026. Here’s what to expect.
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UAE quits OPEC as Iran war reshapes global oil markets
The UAE has quit OPEC effective 1 May as the Iran war disrupts Gulf shipping and global energy markets. Here’s what it means.
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South Africa faces Ghana diplomatic crisis as xenophobic attacks target West African nationals
Ghana has summoned South Africa’s envoy over xenophobic attacks on Ghanaian nationals. Ramaphosa warned against mob justice in his Freedom Day address.
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South Africa scraps AI policy draft after fake AI-generated citations found in official document
SA’s draft AI policy has been scrapped after fake AI-generated citations were found in the official document. Minister Malatsi confirmed the withdrawal Monday.
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South Africa marks 32 years of freedom as youth question democracy’s promises
South Africa marks 32 years since its first democratic elections on Freedom Day 2026, as young South Africans voice doubts about democracy’s undelivered promises.
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Mali defence minister Sadio Camara killed as jihadist and rebel attacks sweep the country
Mali defence minister Sadio Camara and three family members were killed in a suicide car bomb attack as jihadist and rebel groups launched coordinated nationwide assaults.