South Africa Top Stories

    Charged with murdering her 11-year-old son, Tiffany Meek denied the charges, instead accusing police of failing to properly investigate by casting doubt on their systems used to search for the child and collect evidence.
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    On 6 July 2025, KwaZulu-Natal’s Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi alleged that a criminal syndicate involving cops, prison staff, judges, and politicians is holding South Africa hostage. Daily Maverick's Caryn Dolley explains.
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    Judge Parker found guilty of gross misconduct in Hlophe ‘assault’ saga
    The judicial conduct tribunal has dismissed Parker's account of the events
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    News24 | FlySafair pilots announce two-week strike from Monday
    Solidarity trade union, which represents two-thirds of pilots at domestic airline FlySafair, has said that its pilots will go on a two-week strike next week.
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    Minister’s absence sparks tension over Seta appointments
    Minister is a no show before parliament’s portfolio committee on higher education and training
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    News24 | Saturday’s weather: A warning of flooding in KZN as wet conditions forecast in seven provinces
    Disruptive rain, which may lead to flooding, is forecast for the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, while showers are also expected in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West, Free State and the Eastern Cape, according to the South African Weather Service.
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    I'm being framed for my son's murder, Tiffany Meek tells court
    A mother accused of murdering her 11-year-old son Jayden-Lee Meek has insisted in court she is being framed and vowed to prove her innocence at trial.
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    News24 | Senzo Mchunu claims innocence; Mandela’s love of oxtail: Today’s top 7 stories in 7 minutes
    News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature.
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