https://www.iol.co.za https://www.iol.co.za/assets/img/branding/iol/iol-logo-196x82.jpg https://www.iol.co.za RSS for Node Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:32:15 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:32:15 GMT https://www.iol.co.za/rss 60 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/nine-bangladeshi-nationals-denied-entry-at-or-tambo-after-using-fake-passports-and-visas-082ce568-cc20-42c2-8ace-073a8f175611 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/nine-bangladeshi-nationals-denied-entry-at-or-tambo-after-using-fake-passports-and-visas-082ce568-cc20-42c2-8ace-073a8f175611 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:43:43 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:43:43 GMT IOL Border authorities at OR Tambo International Airport have successfully intercepted nine Bangladeshi nationals attempting to enter South Africa with fraudulent visas. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/former-limpopo-manager-sentenced-after-defrauding-employer-over-r46-million-5da1c4fc-a7ca-4c0b-a291-eb48adceb73f https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/former-limpopo-manager-sentenced-after-defrauding-employer-over-r46-million-5da1c4fc-a7ca-4c0b-a291-eb48adceb73f Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:21:49 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:21:49 GMT IOL A Limpopo company manager has been sentenced to 15 years for defrauding her employer of over R4.6 million. https://www.iol.co.za/news/two-brothers-who-died-hours-apart-laid-to-rest-in-a-single-grave-1f21b9f2-f755-4189-97dd-6385c1012aca https://www.iol.co.za/news/two-brothers-who-died-hours-apart-laid-to-rest-in-a-single-grave-1f21b9f2-f755-4189-97dd-6385c1012aca Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:47:35 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:47:35 GMT IOL A Krugersdorp father faces unimaginable grief as he bids farewell to his two young sons, Dean and baby JL, who tragically passed away just hours apart due to a rare heart condition. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/witness-statements-cctv-footage-bring-police-closer-to-cleveland-mass-shooting-suspects-d113ce20-32be-4174-9aef-1d1cbcc8c661 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/witness-statements-cctv-footage-bring-police-closer-to-cleveland-mass-shooting-suspects-d113ce20-32be-4174-9aef-1d1cbcc8c661 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:43:47 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:43:47 GMT IOL Police say they are closing in on suspects behind the Cleveland informal settlement mass shooting after obtaining statements from survivors and gathering crucial CCTV footage. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/zikalala-exposes-illegal-operations-in-public-works-department-calls-for-investigation-68921fde-440a-4fc5-b8c4-233b97e7ea85 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/zikalala-exposes-illegal-operations-in-public-works-department-calls-for-investigation-68921fde-440a-4fc5-b8c4-233b97e7ea85 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:12:33 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:12:33 GMT IOL Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala raises alarm over an illegal unit in the Public Works department, alerting the Auditor-General and Public Service Commission. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/home-affairs-confirms-repatriation-of-268-nigerian-nationals-from-south-africa-ee1d7364-64d9-4015-9e0c-101db3eb4687 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/home-affairs-confirms-repatriation-of-268-nigerian-nationals-from-south-africa-ee1d7364-64d9-4015-9e0c-101db3eb4687 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:07:30 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:07:30 GMT IOL The repatriations come amid rising protests against undocumented foreign nationals, with government officials urging compliance with immigration regulations and warning against lawlessness. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/tribunal-overturns-r258-million-ditsobotla-municipality-covid-19-contract-concluded-without-bidding-c8e485ab-238a-4fe3-87f3-4a9cacf60718 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/tribunal-overturns-r258-million-ditsobotla-municipality-covid-19-contract-concluded-without-bidding-c8e485ab-238a-4fe3-87f3-4a9cacf60718 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:13:24 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:13:24 GMT IOL The Special Tribunal has declared a R25.8 million Covid-19 contract awarded by the Ditsobotla municipality unlawful, citing abandonment of proper procurement processes. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-gauteng-traffic-bosss-testimony-reveals-non-compliance-in-r300-million-aeroton-drug-bust-c94f2bd9-2725-4b70-a076-498b1c6d4c68 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-gauteng-traffic-bosss-testimony-reveals-non-compliance-in-r300-million-aeroton-drug-bust-c94f2bd9-2725-4b70-a076-498b1c6d4c68 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:59:17 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:59:17 GMT IOL Chief Samuel Mashaba faced tough questions at the Madlanga Commission regarding his failure to report a drug tip-off during the R300 million Aeroton drug bust in 2021. https://www.iol.co.za/news/africa/inma-chief-earl-wilkinson-heads-to-east-and-west-africa-to-tackle-ai-gen-z-disruption-29888406-c9a4-4538-bac5-189233fe53e8 https://www.iol.co.za/news/africa/inma-chief-earl-wilkinson-heads-to-east-and-west-africa-to-tackle-ai-gen-z-disruption-29888406-c9a4-4538-bac5-189233fe53e8 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:55:37 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:55:37 GMT IOL 'The decade ahead belongs to those who are unmistakably themselves,' Wilkinson said on a recent visit to Nigerian and Kenyan publishers. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/herman-mashaba-says-johannesburg-residents-are-not-stupid-will-not-vote-for-helen-zille-afaeacbc-e162-407e-a055-d4cfe8b5a77d https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/herman-mashaba-says-johannesburg-residents-are-not-stupid-will-not-vote-for-helen-zille-afaeacbc-e162-407e-a055-d4cfe8b5a77d Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:46:49 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:46:49 GMT IOL Herman Mashaba asserts that Johannesburg voters won't fall for Helen Zille's candidacy for mayor, reflecting on the Government of National Unity's two-year performance. https://www.iol.co.za/news/mango-airline-offers-new-chance-for-passengers-to-claim-r140m-in-unflown-tickets-ae3fa352-07de-4850-97c4-5fe06d00469d https://www.iol.co.za/news/mango-airline-offers-new-chance-for-passengers-to-claim-r140m-in-unflown-tickets-ae3fa352-07de-4850-97c4-5fe06d00469d Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:44:01 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:44:01 GMT IOL Mango airline's business rescue practitioner announces plans to reopen the ticket verification portal for passengers owed R140 million, providing another chance for claims on unflown tickets. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/we-want-the-facts-cartrack-ceo-breaks-his-silence-after-gcina-dhladhlas-death-at-the-office-24efa7d4-75b7-4b6e-a239-e368457d83eb https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/we-want-the-facts-cartrack-ceo-breaks-his-silence-after-gcina-dhladhlas-death-at-the-office-24efa7d4-75b7-4b6e-a239-e368457d83eb Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:42:40 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:42:40 GMT IOL The family of Gcina Dhladhla and Cartrack management have issued a joint call for patience as independent investigations continue into the 29-year-old’s death at the company’s Johannesburg premises. https://www.iol.co.za/news/brics/brics-series-the-gulfs-green-transition-faces-its-first-real-test-aeefa644-1c3b-4e3a-9948-cb25f3c0b57f https://www.iol.co.za/news/brics/brics-series-the-gulfs-green-transition-faces-its-first-real-test-aeefa644-1c3b-4e3a-9948-cb25f3c0b57f Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:13:33 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:13:33 GMT IOL Crises have a way of clarifying what matters. The Hormuz disruption, now well into its fourth month, with global oil markets experiencing what analysts at Wood Mackenzie have described as the largest supply shock in decades, has focused the world's attention almost entirely on what is blocked: tankers, liquefied natural gas cargoes, fertiliser shipments. Less noticed, but arguably more consequential for the long term, is what is still moving: the Gulf's clean energy transition, which has proven more resilient than many predicted. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/is-ancs-loyiso-masuku-tipped-as-leading-candidate-for-johannesburg-mayoral-position-political-analysts-weigh-in-ef45ec7f-296a-4765-9df6-1498777f08ec https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/is-ancs-loyiso-masuku-tipped-as-leading-candidate-for-johannesburg-mayoral-position-political-analysts-weigh-in-ef45ec7f-296a-4765-9df6-1498777f08ec Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:22:35 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:22:35 GMT IOL The ANC Greater Johannesburg Region has refused to comment on reports that regional chairperson and Deputy Mayor Loyiso Masuku is the frontrunner for the party's Johannesburg mayoral candidacy ahead of the 2026 local government elections. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/protest-erupts-outside-cartrack-rosebank-offices-over-gcina-dhladhlas-death-as-workers-reportedly-locked-inside-59a1abf4-1bc2-48fe-bd81-3172494406fe https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/protest-erupts-outside-cartrack-rosebank-offices-over-gcina-dhladhlas-death-as-workers-reportedly-locked-inside-59a1abf4-1bc2-48fe-bd81-3172494406fe Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:17:25 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:17:25 GMT IOL Security was heightened at Cartrack's Rosebank headquarters on Thursday as ANCYL members staged a protest over the death of employee Gcina Dhladhla, amid allegations of poor working conditions and calls for accountability. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/health-risk-warning-as-thousands-of-displaced-malawians-seek-refuge-at-durban-park-4006bf36-69b3-4562-93a5-24f03cf5d746 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/health-risk-warning-as-thousands-of-displaced-malawians-seek-refuge-at-durban-park-4006bf36-69b3-4562-93a5-24f03cf5d746 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:30 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:30 GMT IOL Thousands of Malawians have gathered at Sherwood Hall park in Durban, seeking refuge amid threats from anti-illegal immigration groups. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/parliament-confirms-no-delays-in-cyril-ramaphosas-impeachment-committee-058d47e3-0cc4-47b1-b61b-650e77ce012a https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/parliament-confirms-no-delays-in-cyril-ramaphosas-impeachment-committee-058d47e3-0cc4-47b1-b61b-650e77ce012a Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:53:38 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:53:38 GMT IOL Parliament has stated it is unaware of any delays in the Impeachment Committee's investigation into President Cyril Ramaphosa's alleged misconduct, despite inquiries from EFF MP Hlengiwe Mkhaliphi. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/breakthrough-in-transplant-care-transformative-potential-of-the-new-liver-perfusion-technology-dec316ff-38f1-44c0-9f69-3259426dde61 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/breakthrough-in-transplant-care-transformative-potential-of-the-new-liver-perfusion-technology-dec316ff-38f1-44c0-9f69-3259426dde61 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:40:33 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:40:33 GMT IOL A new liver perfusion machine, unveiled at the Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre (WDGMC) promises to reshape the landscape of organ transplantation. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/madlanga-commissioners-don-bafana-jerseys-as-world-cup-fever-grips-south-africa-92ecd663-dfdb-4fea-b53b-9c5dd8ba4c61 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/madlanga-commissioners-don-bafana-jerseys-as-world-cup-fever-grips-south-africa-92ecd663-dfdb-4fea-b53b-9c5dd8ba4c61 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:32:41 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:32:41 GMT IOL The Madlanga Commission swapped formal attire for Bafana Bafana jerseys, backing the national team ahead of its World Cup campaign while encouraging South Africans to unite behind the boys. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/state-steps-in-to-aid-defence-in-aka-murder-case-transfer-1a1460ad-fb66-4b44-bbaf-b3d38f1aaf25 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/state-steps-in-to-aid-defence-in-aka-murder-case-transfer-1a1460ad-fb66-4b44-bbaf-b3d38f1aaf25 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:30:06 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:30:06 GMT IOL The South African state has agreed to assist the defence in transferring seven accused men back to Westville prison for consultations, amid concerns over trial delays in the murder case of rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/high-school-learner-arrested-after-viral-video-assault-on-ufs-student-teacher-640aa9af-cb49-43ff-b960-fec342a00237 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/high-school-learner-arrested-after-viral-video-assault-on-ufs-student-teacher-640aa9af-cb49-43ff-b960-fec342a00237 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:20:37 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:20:37 GMT IOL A 22-year-old high school learner has been arrested following a viral video showing the assault of a UFS student teacher during a dispute. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/safety-first-pakistani-businesses-urged-to-prepare-for-potential-shutdowns-a6119234-8fcf-421c-838e-de5cd2efaf8e https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/safety-first-pakistani-businesses-urged-to-prepare-for-potential-shutdowns-a6119234-8fcf-421c-838e-de5cd2efaf8e Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:19:21 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:19:21 GMT IOL With rising tensions and safety concerns, the Pakistan South Africa Associations urges business owners to take immediate precautions ahead of a planned shutdown by an anti-migrant organisation. https://www.iol.co.za/news/church-robbery-suspect-caught-on-livestream-video-remains-behind-bars-8db506c8-4f3d-4ee3-9220-7eba47b29e75 https://www.iol.co.za/news/church-robbery-suspect-caught-on-livestream-video-remains-behind-bars-8db506c8-4f3d-4ee3-9220-7eba47b29e75 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:06:04 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:06:04 GMT IOL Yanga Ngayi, allegedly seen in a viral video during a church robbery, remains in custody following his court appearance. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/r28-billion-the-staggering-amount-municipalities-owe-to-the-countrys-water-boards-faf8e078-2e46-4dbb-b2fb-9b499f09f1e0 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/r28-billion-the-staggering-amount-municipalities-owe-to-the-countrys-water-boards-faf8e078-2e46-4dbb-b2fb-9b499f09f1e0 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:44 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:44 GMT IOL Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina reveals that municipal debt to water boards has increased to R28 billion. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/how-many-nigerians-ghanaians-and-mozambicans-have-left-south-africa-ahead-of-june-30-shutdown-74310df4-f764-49a2-9c6f-df11277985e7 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/how-many-nigerians-ghanaians-and-mozambicans-have-left-south-africa-ahead-of-june-30-shutdown-74310df4-f764-49a2-9c6f-df11277985e7 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:56:05 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:56:05 GMT IOL Hundreds of foreign nationals have left South Africa in a series of coordinated repatriations and voluntary returns involving Nigeria, Ghana and Mozambique, as authorities step up immigration enforcement ahead of rising tensions over undocumented migration. https://www.iol.co.za/news/cyril-ramaphosas-accountability-crisis-unfulfilled-promises-and-the-fight-against-corruption-ce068fc0-d698-4570-ba42-b4aa63180e32 https://www.iol.co.za/news/cyril-ramaphosas-accountability-crisis-unfulfilled-promises-and-the-fight-against-corruption-ce068fc0-d698-4570-ba42-b4aa63180e32 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:55:13 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:55:13 GMT IOL President Cyril Ramaphosa faces criticism for failing to implement the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council's recommendations, despite promises made during his State of the Nation Address. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/plessislaer-saps-faces-crisis-with-over-700-unresolved-murder-cases-89ab233e-ecfa-41e0-99fc-adeccf9041aa https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/plessislaer-saps-faces-crisis-with-over-700-unresolved-murder-cases-89ab233e-ecfa-41e0-99fc-adeccf9041aa Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:55:06 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:55:06 GMT IOL The DA says more than 700 murder cases remain unresolved at Plessislaer SAPS and plans to escalate its findings on staff shortages and forensic backlogs to KZN Police Commissioner Lt-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-businessman-tumelo-nkus-testimony-on-r300-million-aeroton-drug-bust-postponed-a21c96d0-b131-4201-9801-d589a75583b5 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-businessman-tumelo-nkus-testimony-on-r300-million-aeroton-drug-bust-postponed-a21c96d0-b131-4201-9801-d589a75583b5 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:50:55 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:50:55 GMT IOL The testimony of businessman Tumelo Nku regarding his role in the R300 million Aeroton drug bust has been postponed to next week. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng-health-urges-boys-and-men-to-get-free-circumcisions-as-winter-season-begins-04bc3686-9a76-4991-bef0-bc703ac050a4 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/gauteng-health-urges-boys-and-men-to-get-free-circumcisions-as-winter-season-begins-04bc3686-9a76-4991-bef0-bc703ac050a4 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:43:09 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:43:09 GMT IOL The Gauteng Department of Health has initiated its winter circumcision drive, offering free Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision services to combat HIV and promote safe practices during the school holidays. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/corruption-and-bribe-taking-threaten-operations-at-south-africas-ports-warns-bma-ac2c2101-5b7a-4ae5-9160-f1762b2e33c5 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/corruption-and-bribe-taking-threaten-operations-at-south-africas-ports-warns-bma-ac2c2101-5b7a-4ae5-9160-f1762b2e33c5 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:38:33 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:38:33 GMT IOL Border Management Authority Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato says corruption among some officials, including bribe-taking at ports of entry, is straining operations at just 25% capacity amid ongoing reform efforts. https://www.iol.co.za/news/tembisa-scandal-despite-raids-vehicle-seizures-and-links-to-r800m-fraud-hangwani-maumela-yet-to-be-charged-14043081-1ea0-495c-8943-74070a99e139 https://www.iol.co.za/news/tembisa-scandal-despite-raids-vehicle-seizures-and-links-to-r800m-fraud-hangwani-maumela-yet-to-be-charged-14043081-1ea0-495c-8943-74070a99e139 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:15:05 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:15:05 GMT IOL Despite the Special Investigating Unit uncovering a staggering R800 million in fraudulent activities linked to Hangwani Maumela, the alleged mastermind of the Tembisa Hospital scandal, remains uncharged. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/update-aka-and-tibz-murder-trial-set-for-october-5-08bb4e3a-feeb-459e-a990-ccbc62a62b8b https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/update-aka-and-tibz-murder-trial-set-for-october-5-08bb4e3a-feeb-459e-a990-ccbc62a62b8b Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:57:28 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:57:28 GMT IOL The murder trial for Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane will commence in October. https://www.iol.co.za/business/gas-or-electricity-which-is-cheaper-for-heating-a-home-this-winter-0eb9f785-1bc4-4767-8125-8273116f6810 https://www.iol.co.za/business/gas-or-electricity-which-is-cheaper-for-heating-a-home-this-winter-0eb9f785-1bc4-4767-8125-8273116f6810 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:08:54 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:08:54 GMT IOL Heating a home through winter can cost more than R2,000 a month, but the cheapest energy source depends on where you live. We compared gas and electricity across four South African cities to find out which keeps a family home warm for less. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/honouring-nikita-finch-a-memorial-service-for-a-life-cut-short-in-gang-violence-2adab4a3-7284-4187-a822-eabf9f4cd9b3 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/honouring-nikita-finch-a-memorial-service-for-a-life-cut-short-in-gang-violence-2adab4a3-7284-4187-a822-eabf9f4cd9b3 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:58:39 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:58:39 GMT IOL In the wake of gang violence, Atlantis community gathers to remember 15-year-old Nikita Finch during a heartfelt memorial service. https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/south-africans-could-get-some-fuel-price-relief-next-month-heres-what-the-data-shows-so-far-aa2f541a-5377-431e-89f3-7475964cc291 https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/south-africans-could-get-some-fuel-price-relief-next-month-heres-what-the-data-shows-so-far-aa2f541a-5377-431e-89f3-7475964cc291 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:52:32 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:52:32 GMT IOL After months of steep fuel price hikes, South Africans may finally see some relief in July. But with ongoing geopolitical tensions and tax changes, what does the latest data really mean for motorists? https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/water-leak-crisis-in-clare-estate-durban-residents-concerned-over-water-loss-and-safety-097d3efd-37bf-41ea-bb1d-57567c0664e3 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/water-leak-crisis-in-clare-estate-durban-residents-concerned-over-water-loss-and-safety-097d3efd-37bf-41ea-bb1d-57567c0664e3 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:50:01 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:50:01 GMT IOL Residents of Clare Estate express frustration over a month-long water leak. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/motsoaledi-says-lenacapavir-is-safe-debunks-claims-it-causes-hiv-or-cancer-c0531df0-6487-4d78-b351-ec9bfe1241f2 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/motsoaledi-says-lenacapavir-is-safe-debunks-claims-it-causes-hiv-or-cancer-c0531df0-6487-4d78-b351-ec9bfe1241f2 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:49:44 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:49:44 GMT IOL Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has rejected misinformation that lenacapavir causes HIV or cancer, telling Parliament the HIV prevention injection is safe and has mild, manageable side effects. https://www.iol.co.za/news/what-are-south-africas-highest-paying-entry-level-jobs-abae9f2d-a5d6-4378-8493-e0caab034b65 https://www.iol.co.za/news/what-are-south-africas-highest-paying-entry-level-jobs-abae9f2d-a5d6-4378-8493-e0caab034b65 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:45:36 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:45:36 GMT IOL A growing number of high-demand professions in South Africa are offering strong entry-level salaries for graduates entering the workforce. https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/what-the-phasing-out-of-1475-qualifications-means-for-south-africas-education-system-c844c7ea-1ad6-48c2-8c4a-4f404eb3ae39 https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/what-the-phasing-out-of-1475-qualifications-means-for-south-africas-education-system-c844c7ea-1ad6-48c2-8c4a-4f404eb3ae39 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:43:22 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:43:22 GMT IOL More than 1,475 qualifications have been phased out of South Africa's post-school education and training system as part of a sweeping modernisation drive, Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela said on Thursday. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/actionsa-challenges-saps-decision-on-access-to-phala-phala-investigation-documents-981ffb7d-a601-491f-a080-bfbf63706453 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/actionsa-challenges-saps-decision-on-access-to-phala-phala-investigation-documents-981ffb7d-a601-491f-a080-bfbf63706453 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:24:52 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:24:52 GMT IOL ActionSA has appealed SAPS’ refusal to release Phala Phala investigation documents, including the President’s affidavit and NPA records, arguing the PAIA denial is unlawful and will be challenged further. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/anti-migrant-march-organiser-urges-peaceful-conduct-ahead-of-june-30-shutdown-ef05d7c5-40d2-47e2-a941-008708fff229 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/anti-migrant-march-organiser-urges-peaceful-conduct-ahead-of-june-30-shutdown-ef05d7c5-40d2-47e2-a941-008708fff229 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:18:41 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:18:41 GMT IOL March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma has called on supporters to avoid violence and looting during a planned June 30 shutdown targeting undocumented foreign nationals, saying the protest should focus on engagement with government rather than criminal behaviour. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/minister-gwarube-distances-herself-from-lighthouse-publishers-amid-tender-controversy-93e45553-b485-49ee-aa1b-8e65a7724a97 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/minister-gwarube-distances-herself-from-lighthouse-publishers-amid-tender-controversy-93e45553-b485-49ee-aa1b-8e65a7724a97 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:54:39 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:54:39 GMT IOL Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube clarifies her position on the controversial Lighthouse Publishers tender, asserting her lack of involvement and calling for thorough investigations into the procurement process. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/trial-of-tiffany-meek-for-the-murder-of-her-son-jayden-lee-commences-in-johannesburg-eaf274ad-bf8b-4342-b276-6704cc55ac1b https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/trial-of-tiffany-meek-for-the-murder-of-her-son-jayden-lee-commences-in-johannesburg-eaf274ad-bf8b-4342-b276-6704cc55ac1b Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:48:38 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:48:38 GMT IOL Tiffany Meek faces trial for the tragic murder of her son, Jayden-Lee, as she pleads not guilty to multiple charges, including child abuse. https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/how-dr-reitumetse-diphoko-mabuya-became-a-doctor-after-overcoming-family-tragedy-25e9b603-d3ba-4912-adc3-4db81eb6598b https://www.iol.co.za/news/education/how-dr-reitumetse-diphoko-mabuya-became-a-doctor-after-overcoming-family-tragedy-25e9b603-d3ba-4912-adc3-4db81eb6598b Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:45:43 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:45:43 GMT IOL Dr Reitumetse Diphoko-Mabuya transformed her childhood dream into reality, overcoming personal tragedy and the loss of her father to become a dedicated medical officer serving her community. https://www.iol.co.za/news/hoerskool-bastion-extends-heartfelt-condolences-after-tragic-loss-of-learner-d831e61b-cb4b-4e46-a66a-91225c275992 https://www.iol.co.za/news/hoerskool-bastion-extends-heartfelt-condolences-after-tragic-loss-of-learner-d831e61b-cb4b-4e46-a66a-91225c275992 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:44:51 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:44:51 GMT IOL The Hoërskool Bastion community has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of Hoërskool Florida learner Ru-Jacques Coetzee, offering messages of comfort and solidarity to his family, friends, and school community during their time of grief. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/tragic-mass-shooting-in-jumpers-informal-settlement-leaves-15-injured-9290fadd-6803-47f6-a4ca-70511a31a018 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/tragic-mass-shooting-in-jumpers-informal-settlement-leaves-15-injured-9290fadd-6803-47f6-a4ca-70511a31a018 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:42:44 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:42:44 GMT IOL The number of injured people from the mass shooting at the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg that claimed 12 lives has risen to 15. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/limpopo-man-sentenced-to-life-for-orchestrating-wifes-murder-d5879f72-77ed-4c5a-b47f-6c8adf2072d7 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/limpopo-man-sentenced-to-life-for-orchestrating-wifes-murder-d5879f72-77ed-4c5a-b47f-6c8adf2072d7 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:33:00 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:33:00 GMT IOL A Limpopo man, Molabe Fannie Seribishane, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his wife, Mamsy, who was tragically shot while reporting for duty at Lebowakgomo Hospital. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/minister-manamela-launches-investigation-into-r3-million-salary-scandal-at-construction-seta-129cad06-daea-4541-8754-97f1639adfab https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/minister-manamela-launches-investigation-into-r3-million-salary-scandal-at-construction-seta-129cad06-daea-4541-8754-97f1639adfab Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:21:15 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:21:15 GMT IOL Minister Buti Manamela addresses concerns regarding the R3 million salary approval for Oupa Nkoane, highlighting ongoing investigations and calls for accountability within the Higher Education sector. https://www.iol.co.za/news/urgent-call-for-policy-change-from-women-farmers-to-address-hunger-and-climate-challenges-7b68037b-1002-4a16-98c2-af56a4a39920 https://www.iol.co.za/news/urgent-call-for-policy-change-from-women-farmers-to-address-hunger-and-climate-challenges-7b68037b-1002-4a16-98c2-af56a4a39920 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:44:10 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:44:10 GMT IOL The Rural Women’s Assembly urges governments to prioritise women smallholder farmers in food and climate policy, emphasising their vital role in building resilient food systems during a time of escalating challenges. https://www.iol.co.za/sundayindependent/news/sekunjalo-ceo-sets-record-straight-on-sactwu-5b343614-3c98-4143-bdaf-19963de1350e https://www.iol.co.za/sundayindependent/news/sekunjalo-ceo-sets-record-straight-on-sactwu-5b343614-3c98-4143-bdaf-19963de1350e Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:39:20 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:39:20 GMT IOL Lucien Jacobs, CEO of Sekunjalo Group, sheds light on the often misunderstood role of Sactwu in the acquisition of Independent Media, revealing crucial financial details that challenge prevailing narratives. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/zimbabwean-national-receives-20-year-sentence-for-smuggling-explosives-at-beitbridge-border-45915e2b-58de-466e-88ed-8a873607dcbd https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/zimbabwean-national-receives-20-year-sentence-for-smuggling-explosives-at-beitbridge-border-45915e2b-58de-466e-88ed-8a873607dcbd Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:28:02 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:28:02 GMT IOL A Zimbabwean national has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being caught with a large consignment of explosives at the Beitbridge Port of Entry. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/limpopo-police-investigate-statutory-rape-after-16-year-old-falls-pregnant-4974c43b-f2fc-46df-af25-8b62c7861158 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/limpopo-police-investigate-statutory-rape-after-16-year-old-falls-pregnant-4974c43b-f2fc-46df-af25-8b62c7861158 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:25:26 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:25:26 GMT IOL An urgent investigation is underway in Limpopo after a 16-year-old girl reveals she has been impregnated by her 24-year-old boyfriend, prompting police action and social service involvement. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/transforming-lives-the-cradle-to-career-journey-of-afrika-tikkun-ccea8842-1469-435a-aea4-ed93bb8d3f45 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/transforming-lives-the-cradle-to-career-journey-of-afrika-tikkun-ccea8842-1469-435a-aea4-ed93bb8d3f45 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:18:10 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:18:10 GMT IOL In a landscape where hope seems scarce, Afrika Tikkun stands as a powerful testament to the transformative impact of investing in South African youth. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/if-your-helper-or-gardener-is-undocumented-you-could-be-fined-r100000-4b2bc1a7-1533-44de-a620-0d3ac1fb6fc1 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/if-your-helper-or-gardener-is-undocumented-you-could-be-fined-r100000-4b2bc1a7-1533-44de-a620-0d3ac1fb6fc1 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:49:39 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:49:39 GMT IOL The Department of Employment and Labour plans to impose fines of up to R100,000 for each undocumented worker employed and recruit 10,000 labour inspectors as part of a crackdown on illegal employment and immigration law violations. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-african-youth-rise-to-the-challenge-increasing-blood-stem-cell-donations-for-cancer-patients-ae5c5c88-f962-45c2-a6c0-72c441e31e29 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-african-youth-rise-to-the-challenge-increasing-blood-stem-cell-donations-for-cancer-patients-ae5c5c88-f962-45c2-a6c0-72c441e31e29 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:23:02 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:23:02 GMT IOL On National Cancer Survivors Day, South Africa witnesses a remarkable increase in young blood stem cell donors, offering hope to thousands of blood cancer patients https://www.iol.co.za/business/economy/oil-rises-stocks-drop-as-continued-middle-east-conflict-rattles-markets-692476da-4f70-4ad3-b8f5-fd9477227cfc https://www.iol.co.za/business/economy/oil-rises-stocks-drop-as-continued-middle-east-conflict-rattles-markets-692476da-4f70-4ad3-b8f5-fd9477227cfc Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:16:57 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:16:57 GMT IOL Fresh concerns over the Middle East ceasefire and potential US interest rate hikes have sent shockwaves through global markets, causing oil prices to surge and stocks to tumble. https://www.iol.co.za/news/world/playing-us-for-suckers-trump-escalates-attacks-as-iran-hits-us-bases-70eebf20-1b67-4ff3-8bc7-f6f178e56dc2 https://www.iol.co.za/news/world/playing-us-for-suckers-trump-escalates-attacks-as-iran-hits-us-bases-70eebf20-1b67-4ff3-8bc7-f6f178e56dc2 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:57:11 GMT Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:57:11 GMT IOL Fresh US attacks on Iran have triggered a fierce retaliation, as tensions escalate in a conflict that has already lasted three months. With oil prices surging and negotiations stalling, both nations brace for further confrontations. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/who-funds-march-and-march-jacinta-ngobese-zuma-responds-be7aade1-b34f-4829-9334-36e3c8dee5b5 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/who-funds-march-and-march-jacinta-ngobese-zuma-responds-be7aade1-b34f-4829-9334-36e3c8dee5b5 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:37:00 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:37:00 GMT IOL March and March leader Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma has strongly denied allegations that the movement receives funding from political parties or businesses, saying its operations are sustained through crowdfunding and merchandise sales. https://www.iol.co.za/news/they-worried-about-costs-not-her-life-heartbreak-after-woman-collapses-and-dies-at-rosebank-call-centre-5b309ed1-39cb-4690-b797-90bbbb984b75 https://www.iol.co.za/news/they-worried-about-costs-not-her-life-heartbreak-after-woman-collapses-and-dies-at-rosebank-call-centre-5b309ed1-39cb-4690-b797-90bbbb984b75 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:12:16 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:12:16 GMT IOL After receiving a call that her niece was lying lifeless in a toilet cubicle at work, Nomusa Dhladhla said she dropped everything she was doing and immediately called a private ambulance. But she could not be resuscitated and was declared dead at Cartrack's Rosebank offices on Saturday. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/labour-court-upholds-dismissal-of-correctional-officer-for-sexually-harassing-colleague-during-a-lift-home-cb06ca02-26f6-4f6e-bfe6-ba18d2c9dc0c https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/labour-court-upholds-dismissal-of-correctional-officer-for-sexually-harassing-colleague-during-a-lift-home-cb06ca02-26f6-4f6e-bfe6-ba18d2c9dc0c Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:47:54 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:47:54 GMT IOL The Labour Court in Gqeberha has upheld the dismissal of a correctional officer for sexually harassing a colleague, emphasising that such misconduct warrants formal disciplinary action beyond mere apologies. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/todays-weather-cool-conditions-continue-across-sa-with-isolated-showers-expected-b68e8ebc-7949-42eb-9974-bec5118517a0 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/todays-weather-cool-conditions-continue-across-sa-with-isolated-showers-expected-b68e8ebc-7949-42eb-9974-bec5118517a0 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:32:02 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:32:02 GMT IOL Get ready for a cool winter day in South Africa! Isolated showers are on the horizon, especially in the south-western and eastern regions, as the South African Weather Service reports a mix of fine and cool conditions nationwide. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/court-dismisses-eastern-cape-woman-suing-dr-after-claiming-abortion-left-her-permanently-sterile-b734c8f3-e8f2-4c16-9542-a5a2ae9beb03 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/court-dismisses-eastern-cape-woman-suing-dr-after-claiming-abortion-left-her-permanently-sterile-b734c8f3-e8f2-4c16-9542-a5a2ae9beb03 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:17:19 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:17:19 GMT IOL The High Court has dismissed a woman's medical negligence claim, ruling that she failed to prove liability against the doctor after alleging that complications from an abortion left her permanently sterile. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/what-ramaphosas-immigration-plan-means-for-businesses-borders-and-foreign-nationals-5f8b8c2b-4bd5-4bb9-847e-c2e0a166c284 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/what-ramaphosas-immigration-plan-means-for-businesses-borders-and-foreign-nationals-5f8b8c2b-4bd5-4bb9-847e-c2e0a166c284 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:55:20 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:55:20 GMT IOL The South African government has unveiled a new immigration strategy aimed at tightening border security and addressing undocumented migration. What does this mean for businesses and communities? https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/limpopo-husband-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-nurse-wife-at-lebowakgomo-hospital-fe40b054-49bc-4ec1-9a9b-6ee73ccf6ee6 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/limpopo-husband-sentenced-to-life-for-killing-nurse-wife-at-lebowakgomo-hospital-fe40b054-49bc-4ec1-9a9b-6ee73ccf6ee6 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:17:59 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:17:59 GMT IOL A Limpopo man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the premeditated murder of his wife, a nurse, at her workplace, highlighting the severe consequences of domestic violence. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/enough-is-really-enough-calls-for-safety-amid-outrage-after-12-killed-in-cleveland-mass-shooting-23e3b73a-3890-432c-8482-a54ff9b5ff67 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/enough-is-really-enough-calls-for-safety-amid-outrage-after-12-killed-in-cleveland-mass-shooting-23e3b73a-3890-432c-8482-a54ff9b5ff67 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:33:08 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:33:08 GMT IOL Following a tragic mass shooting in Cleveland that claimed 12 lives, community leaders and activists are calling for urgent action against violent crime and illegal mining. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/advertising-watchdog-finds-jetours-r4999-per-month-advert-misleading-128ae43f-178e-401e-bb91-c572ef1ac74c https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/advertising-watchdog-finds-jetours-r4999-per-month-advert-misleading-128ae43f-178e-401e-bb91-c572ef1ac74c Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:28:24 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:28:24 GMT IOL The Advertising Regulatory Board has ruled that Jetour's R4,999 per month advertisement is misleading. What critical financing information was omitted, and how does this impact consumers? https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/public-works-set-to-fork-out-r50m-to-settle-a-property-lease-for-building-that-was-never-occupied-607b68c9-e696-42e7-9465-a2c22387d597 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/public-works-set-to-fork-out-r50m-to-settle-a-property-lease-for-building-that-was-never-occupied-607b68c9-e696-42e7-9465-a2c22387d597 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:42:47 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:42:47 GMT IOL The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is set to pay R50 million for a property lease they never occupied, as Minister Dean Macpherson reveals critical insights during the Budget Vote address. https://www.iol.co.za/news/false-and-damaging-ministry-hits-back-at-phakelumthakathi-over-shocking-farm-claims-28ed1108-dcf4-4bbf-a512-3739fbf95fa0 https://www.iol.co.za/news/false-and-damaging-ministry-hits-back-at-phakelumthakathi-over-shocking-farm-claims-28ed1108-dcf4-4bbf-a512-3739fbf95fa0 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:40:15 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:40:15 GMT IOL The Ministry of Land Reform and Rural Development has moved swiftly and firmly to distance itself from a series of explosive public allegations circulating on social media and podcast platforms. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/spca-launches-investigation-into-welfare-concerns-at-property-housing-over-60-dogs-e82d8bc8-321b-4aa6-b6ee-9573354f4f8d https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/spca-launches-investigation-into-welfare-concerns-at-property-housing-over-60-dogs-e82d8bc8-321b-4aa6-b6ee-9573354f4f8d Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:40:09 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:40:09 GMT IOL The SPCA has issued warnings and opened an investigation after finding more than 60 dogs at a residential property, raising concerns about animal welfare, hygiene and bylaw violations. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-to-hear-testimony-from-gauteng-traffic-police-boss-samuel-mashaba-f63afbca-6bbf-4445-b9b3-cd16578a16cc https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-to-hear-testimony-from-gauteng-traffic-police-boss-samuel-mashaba-f63afbca-6bbf-4445-b9b3-cd16578a16cc Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:37:36 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:37:36 GMT IOL Chief Samuel Mashaba’s testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals allegations of interference and chaos during the R300 million Aeroton drug bust, as he and other officers face scrutiny over their actions. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/macpherson-warns-of-self-created-emergencies-as-state-leasing-failures-expose-r50-million-legal-claims-a411d997-119f-4f37-8c85-6118afbe3563 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/macpherson-warns-of-self-created-emergencies-as-state-leasing-failures-expose-r50-million-legal-claims-a411d997-119f-4f37-8c85-6118afbe3563 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:33:07 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:33:07 GMT IOL Public works Minister Dean Macpherson says the PMTE remains a key concern, citing a R4 billion overdraft, lack of clean audits since 2014, and continued R6 billion annual spending on private property leases. https://www.iol.co.za/news/higher-education-minister-buti-manamela-identifies-four-sites-for-ekurhuleni-university-be2f16f0-a438-4dab-906d-d078c4907dd8 https://www.iol.co.za/news/higher-education-minister-buti-manamela-identifies-four-sites-for-ekurhuleni-university-be2f16f0-a438-4dab-906d-d078c4907dd8 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:18:58 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:18:58 GMT IOL Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela announces the identification of four potential sites for the establishment of the Ekurhuleni University, highlighting ongoing feasibility studies and future plans. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/how-sassa-is-training-1000-managers-to-enhance-service-delivery-and-reduce-queues-9703eece-4a3b-43bf-a314-cb4db1a3ed2a https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/how-sassa-is-training-1000-managers-to-enhance-service-delivery-and-reduce-queues-9703eece-4a3b-43bf-a314-cb4db1a3ed2a Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:14:26 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:14:26 GMT IOL SASSA is implementing a nationwide training programme for 1,000 managers to improve service delivery and reduce long queues, enhancing the experience for beneficiaries. https://www.iol.co.za/news/mkp-artists-express-outrage-over-papa-pennys-dismissal-and-its-implications-bc88fec3-184d-4a01-9b5a-9743d8eeec4b https://www.iol.co.za/news/mkp-artists-express-outrage-over-papa-pennys-dismissal-and-its-implications-bc88fec3-184d-4a01-9b5a-9743d8eeec4b Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:58:52 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:58:52 GMT IOL Pappa Penny's recent dismissal from parliament has ignited a backlash among fellow artists in the uMkhonto weSizwe Party, highlighting growing divisions within the party ahead of local elections. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/where-are-the-soldiers-family-of-jumpers-mass-shooting-victim-questions-government-response-92af5050-6d01-4279-8870-a85efe4fdeaf https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/where-are-the-soldiers-family-of-jumpers-mass-shooting-victim-questions-government-response-92af5050-6d01-4279-8870-a85efe4fdeaf Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:48:45 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:48:45 GMT IOL A relative of one of the 12 people killed in the Cleveland mass shooting has blamed President Cyril Ramaphosa for failing to protect residents, as grieving families call for tougher action against illegal firearms and illegal mining. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/can-number-plate-scanning-really-stop-crime-heres-what-global-data-shows-4fa5a77c-17b8-4cd0-97d2-49daee5156d4 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/can-number-plate-scanning-really-stop-crime-heres-what-global-data-shows-4fa5a77c-17b8-4cd0-97d2-49daee5156d4 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:43:45 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:43:45 GMT IOL South Africa is embracing technology to combat crime, with the Road Traffic Management Corporation exploring a discless number plate scanning system. Discover how this innovative approach could transform vehicle registration and crime prevention. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/macpherson-flags-epwp-abuse-says-audit-found-60-ghost-employees-in-ethekwini-ce812034-576b-4f22-bb74-49838e8f600d https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/macpherson-flags-epwp-abuse-says-audit-found-60-ghost-employees-in-ethekwini-ce812034-576b-4f22-bb74-49838e8f600d Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:38:18 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:38:18 GMT IOL Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson says a ghost employee audit has uncovered about 60 suspected cases, mainly in KwaZulu-Natal, as the department intensifies fraud and accountability investigations across systems. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-witness-stayed-at-cat-matlalas-house-for-safety-79c560bc-d53d-4c3c-9a22-d4677a4fea95 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/madlanga-commission-witness-stayed-at-cat-matlalas-house-for-safety-79c560bc-d53d-4c3c-9a22-d4677a4fea95 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:19:33 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:19:33 GMT IOL Witness I testifies before the Madlanga Commission, detailing his connections to attempted murder-accused tenderpreneur Vusimuzi Matlala and allegations of police interference in the R300 million Aeroton drug bust. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/fit-and-proper-clause-in-impeachment-rules-dominate-rules-committee-meeting-e26cfab6-04a6-40ff-b3c0-53f103fae09c https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/fit-and-proper-clause-in-impeachment-rules-dominate-rules-committee-meeting-e26cfab6-04a6-40ff-b3c0-53f103fae09c Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:10:52 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:10:52 GMT IOL Discussions in Parliament focus on the proposed 'fit and proper' clause for Impeachment Committee members, raising concerns over ethical standards and constitutional implications. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/home-affairs-intervenes-as-displaced-malawians-seek-refuge-in-durban-24c02428-898f-4efb-8b34-c0d67ce01d49 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kwazulu-natal/home-affairs-intervenes-as-displaced-malawians-seek-refuge-in-durban-24c02428-898f-4efb-8b34-c0d67ce01d49 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:58:56 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:58:56 GMT IOL Amid escalating anti-immigration protests in Durban, thousands of Malawian nationals have fled their homes, seeking refuge at Sherwood Hall playground https://www.iol.co.za/news/joburgs-financial-crisis-herman-mashaba-and-mayor-morero-clash-over-who-is-responsible-5210eee7-29c3-4f15-967b-819ae4734937 https://www.iol.co.za/news/joburgs-financial-crisis-herman-mashaba-and-mayor-morero-clash-over-who-is-responsible-5210eee7-29c3-4f15-967b-819ae4734937 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:54:20 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:54:20 GMT IOL Herman Mashaba, leader of ActionSA, reacts to accusations from Joburg mayor Dada Morero regarding the city's leadership and performance, sparking a heated debate about accountability and governance. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/condolences-pour-in-for-amandebele-king-mabhena-ii-0c1a1773-4851-4b4f-abaa-9dd54ff7fa8a https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/condolences-pour-in-for-amandebele-king-mabhena-ii-0c1a1773-4851-4b4f-abaa-9dd54ff7fa8a Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:29:29 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:29:29 GMT IOL Prince Mabheka of the Sivananda World Peace Foundation and President Cyril Ramaphosa express their condolences following the passing of Ndebele King Mabhena II https://www.iol.co.za/news/reform-black-economic-empowerment-to-help-fund-npos-and-ngos-eeece0ce-9479-4d43-9a39-042230bd771d https://www.iol.co.za/news/reform-black-economic-empowerment-to-help-fund-npos-and-ngos-eeece0ce-9479-4d43-9a39-042230bd771d Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:22:33 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:22:33 GMT IOL The government is urged to reform Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) policies to directly benefit community organisations and social enterprises, rather than enriching a politically connected elite. https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/haval-jolion-and-kia-sonet-receive-poor-global-ncap-safety-ratings-788a6de2-981d-4569-bc78-61273effb461 https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/industry-news/haval-jolion-and-kia-sonet-receive-poor-global-ncap-safety-ratings-788a6de2-981d-4569-bc78-61273effb461 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:44:04 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:44:04 GMT IOL Kia Sonet and GWM Haval Jolion receive low Global NCAP ratings in latest crash tests, raising concerns over entry-level vehicle safety in South Africa. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/key-witness-wraps-up-testimony-in-zandile-gumedes-r320-million-corruption-trial-a91364ca-f3db-4feb-8dce-2ff3690d7830 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/key-witness-wraps-up-testimony-in-zandile-gumedes-r320-million-corruption-trial-a91364ca-f3db-4feb-8dce-2ff3690d7830 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:41:40 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:41:40 GMT IOL A key witness in the R320 million Durban Solid Waste tender corruption trial has concluded his testimony after nearly three years. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/new-hornlee-clinic-promises-improved-healthcare-access-in-knysna-1bebc373-9575-4989-8d46-f9ee5c152ae2 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/new-hornlee-clinic-promises-improved-healthcare-access-in-knysna-1bebc373-9575-4989-8d46-f9ee5c152ae2 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:31:40 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:31:40 GMT IOL The Western Cape government has inaugurated the R48.7 million Hornlee Clinic, set to transform healthcare for residents of Knysna and surrounding areas. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/police-seek-public-help-in-manhunt-for-house-robbery-and-kidnapping-suspects-in-letsitele-9c39b400-1833-4188-8eeb-590ea0814771 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/police-seek-public-help-in-manhunt-for-house-robbery-and-kidnapping-suspects-in-letsitele-9c39b400-1833-4188-8eeb-590ea0814771 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:23:08 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:23:08 GMT IOL Police in Letsitele are on the hunt for suspects involved in a shocking house robbery and kidnapping incident. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/updates-on-public-works-investigations-minister-macphersons-upcoming-media-briefing-ee2bc277-bbbb-4771-a2a3-ceea68018e4b https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/updates-on-public-works-investigations-minister-macphersons-upcoming-media-briefing-ee2bc277-bbbb-4771-a2a3-ceea68018e4b Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:18:52 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:18:52 GMT IOL Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson is set to brief the media on critical investigations within his department, shedding light on challenges and priorities ahead of his Budget Vote address in the National Council of Provinces. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/these-are-the-30-most-misspelled-words-in-south-africa-67e72b28-4fd1-41e6-a636-6ea1516c446f https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/these-are-the-30-most-misspelled-words-in-south-africa-67e72b28-4fd1-41e6-a636-6ea1516c446f Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:09:22 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:09:22 GMT IOL Ever wondered which words South Africans struggle to spell the most? https://www.iol.co.za/business/economy/how-long-a-9kg-gas-bottle-lasts-depends-on-where-you-live-eb530cc9-1d11-4dcc-8d5f-6b107930a600 https://www.iol.co.za/business/economy/how-long-a-9kg-gas-bottle-lasts-depends-on-where-you-live-eb530cc9-1d11-4dcc-8d5f-6b107930a600 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:01:48 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:01:48 GMT IOL While gas prices vary surprisingly little between South Africa's major cities, heating demand does not. https://www.iol.co.za/news/a-moral-crisis-cosatu-criticises-south-africas-2026-budget-as-a-missed-opportunity-5279d8a0-366a-48cd-8b5d-d83fd3c38cda https://www.iol.co.za/news/a-moral-crisis-cosatu-criticises-south-africas-2026-budget-as-a-missed-opportunity-5279d8a0-366a-48cd-8b5d-d83fd3c38cda Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:16 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:16 GMT IOL COSATU has labelled the 2026/27 Budget a 'missed opportunity' to tackle South Africa's escalating unemployment and poverty crises during a parliamentary hearing. The federation, alongside various civil society organisations, voiced concerns about the budget's impact on vulnerable communities. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/durban-court-rules-arrest-of-attorney-and-prosecutor-unlawful-finds-police-acted-without-legal-authority-913b87ff-ec51-4a97-a590-c6234dcc9ed1 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/durban-court-rules-arrest-of-attorney-and-prosecutor-unlawful-finds-police-acted-without-legal-authority-913b87ff-ec51-4a97-a590-c6234dcc9ed1 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:57:49 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:57:49 GMT IOL The Durban Regional Court has declared the arrest and detention of attorney Shabeer Goolabjith and prosecutor Kelvin Raymond Munsamy unlawful, finding that police acted without proper legal authority during a corruption investigation. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/bombshell-messages-place-maj-gen-feroz-khan-at-centre-of-alleged-kickback-network-ff2da1ef-b1eb-460a-be28-3352156a9e08 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/bombshell-messages-place-maj-gen-feroz-khan-at-centre-of-alleged-kickback-network-ff2da1ef-b1eb-460a-be28-3352156a9e08 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:07:28 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:07:28 GMT IOL When alleged tobacco smuggler Mohammed “Mo” Sayed wanted help securing a police face-mask contract in 2021, he turned to Crime Intelligence boss Feroz Khan, who allegedly set the wheels in motion within hours. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/we-thought-it-was-fireworks-jumpers-informal-settlement-community-reels-after-deadly-mass-shooting-e508873d-6791-4f04-aeaa-ea35592af351 https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/we-thought-it-was-fireworks-jumpers-informal-settlement-community-reels-after-deadly-mass-shooting-e508873d-6791-4f04-aeaa-ea35592af351 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:59:04 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:59:04 GMT IOL Residents of the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland are still reeling from shock after a mass shooting claimed 12 lives, with survivors recounting terrifying moments as gunfire rang out across the community. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kzn-police-declare-no-fly-zone-for-unauthorised-drones-at-comrades-marathon-b9c3dfae-82dd-48da-b532-2a13c8b98d13 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/kzn-police-declare-no-fly-zone-for-unauthorised-drones-at-comrades-marathon-b9c3dfae-82dd-48da-b532-2a13c8b98d13 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:51:06 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:51:06 GMT IOL More than 21,000 runners are expected to participate in the 2026 Comrades Marathon, with police, traffic authorities, private security and marshals deployed to ensure a safe event. https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/lechasa-glass-serial-rapist-sentenced-to-indefinite-imprisonment-in-eastern-cape-cba0a7b7-d0f9-4430-a928-da91a11796fd https://www.iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/lechasa-glass-serial-rapist-sentenced-to-indefinite-imprisonment-in-eastern-cape-cba0a7b7-d0f9-4430-a928-da91a11796fd Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:40:09 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:40:09 GMT IOL Lechasa Glass, a serial rapist from Lesotho, has been sentenced to indefinite imprisonment in the Eastern Cape after DNA evidence linked him to additional heinous crimes, bringing hope for justice to his many victims. https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/gwede-mantashe-slams-opposition-over-playing-to-the-gallery-claims-in-phala-phala-row-75d5237c-dbef-4ea4-8890-84d54fdd8d04 https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/gwede-mantashe-slams-opposition-over-playing-to-the-gallery-claims-in-phala-phala-row-75d5237c-dbef-4ea4-8890-84d54fdd8d04 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:39:49 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:39:49 GMT IOL ANC chair Gwede Mantashe has accused opposition parties of “playing to the gallery” during National Assembly proceedings, defending President Cyril Ramaphosa amid criticism over the Phala Phala impeachment debate. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/mark-heywoods-reflections-on-the-soweto-uprising-a-call-for-a-new-generation-of-activists-02ffb6c6-c6d6-41e9-b0a2-3f4ad91fb41a https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/mark-heywoods-reflections-on-the-soweto-uprising-a-call-for-a-new-generation-of-activists-02ffb6c6-c6d6-41e9-b0a2-3f4ad91fb41a Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:39:54 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:39:54 GMT IOL Mark Heywood reflects on the enduring legacy of the Soweto uprising, urging a new generation to rise up and continue the fight for equality and social justice in South Africa. https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/june-16-unveiling-the-untold-role-of-zebediela-youth-in-the-soweto-riots-50f0e441-fca4-48d7-8733-ed06e76598a7 https://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/june-16-unveiling-the-untold-role-of-zebediela-youth-in-the-soweto-riots-50f0e441-fca4-48d7-8733-ed06e76598a7 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:36:22 GMT Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:36:22 GMT IOL Professor Sekibakiba Lekgoathi reveals the seldom-told stories of Zebediela’s youth, shining a crucial light into South Africa's political heritage. https://www.iol.co.za/news/partnered/shop-smarter-stream-more-amazon-prime-has-arrived-in-south-africa-1e074f3d-7186-4b1a-80a5-84143d15d7fa https://www.iol.co.za/news/partnered/shop-smarter-stream-more-amazon-prime-has-arrived-in-south-africa-1e074f3d-7186-4b1a-80a5-84143d15d7fa Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:50:27 GMT Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:50:27 GMT IOL Amazon Prime has officially launched in South Africa, offering local shoppers and entertainment lovers a unique membership programme with unlimited fast delivery, exclusive savings, and streaming access to award-winning content.