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Tensions with Iran are escalating again just weeks after a fragile truce, as mutual strikes by both sides threaten to derail any path to lasting peace — and put President Trump in a political bind ahead of midterms. After Iran attacked U.S. bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, the U.S. retaliated with strikes on Iranian targets, undermining hopes for stability. The core dispute centers on control of the S...

Yusuf Cassim, newly appointed deputy minister of higher education, is bringing his student activist roots to the forefront as he tackles South Africa’s toughest education challenges — from funding gaps to access barriers. Having once fought for basic student needs like transport and tuition aid, he now pushes for systemic reform, including decentralizing NSFAS to better serve those in need. He’s f...

Anti-immigration protests are sparking chaos across South Africa, forcing employers and landlords to shut down operations as documented foreign workers flee for safety. A ginger farmer in Mpumalanga halted all work after his long-term workers were threatened, some forcibly removed and robbed. An Ivory Park landlord saw her tenant count plummet from ten to two, with survivors planning to return hom...

Unisa and NSFAS are locked in a heated dispute over delayed student allowances, with NSFAS claiming payments were sent on July 2nd and Unisa blaming systemic overload — not technical failures — for the delay affecting over 93,000 students. The university, the largest distance-learning institution, argues it processed payments immediately but struggled with the sheer volume, while also revealing a...

The Madlanga Commission’s deadline keeps getting pushed, now set for November 2026, sparking outrage from the EFF who demand transparency. While acknowledging the commission’s vital findings on crime and corruption, they criticize the Presidency for secretive, piecemeal announcements and withholding two interim reports that should belong to the public. The EFF calls for full disclosure — redacted...

A former teacher in KwaZulu-Natal, Kalayvan Govender, demanded unpaid wages and a bonus after being dismissed in January 2025 for using fake qualifications — a dismissal upheld in January 2026. Despite this, she kept showing up to work and was paid for three months due to a critical administrative error. When the mistake was discovered, her pay was frozen. She then filed a dispute claiming unfair...

Witbank erupted in chaos as spaza shops were looted, leading to the arrest of four suspects caught with stolen goods—and a deadly twist: a 19-year-old was fatally shot during the chaos. Police are now hunting more suspects amid a deadly escalation, urging witnesses to come forward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@t...

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, has been buried at the Shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, concluding a week of massive mourning ceremonies that turned grief into defiant nationalism. Killed in early strikes by the U.S. and Israel, his funeral showcased Iran’s unity and resolve, with crowds chanting revenge against Donald Trump. His son, Mojtaba Khamenei, remains out of public view, rep...

BMW is recalling nearly 11,000 vehicles in South Africa—including 3, 4, 5, 7 Series and X3/X4 models from 2016 onward—due to a faulty pinion starter that can overheat, cause smoke, or prevent the car from starting. Remote start is temporarily disabled as a safety precaution. Owners should visit a BMW dealer immediately—repairs are free. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://so...

America’s identity is at a crossroads—contrasting the selfless sacrifice of the Greatest Generation with today’s noisy, rule-bending reactions to loss, especially from those claiming patriotism or faith. While some fuel global skepticism with boastful defensiveness, a globally minded younger generation is quietly building bridges across borders. The hope? That as political noise fades, America can...

Avocados are getting a total makeover thanks to Ecovado, the only South African brand making virgin avocado oil—and they’re using every part of the fruit. Founded in 2015 by engineer couple Hulisani Mudau and Hulisani Mabugana, the company turned a local problem into a powerhouse: bringing avocado processing back to Venda, creating jobs, and turning waste into wealth. From cosmetic oils and cookin...

Foreigners are leaving South Africa in droves, sparking fears of long-term economic damage as they’ve historically contributed more than they took. Their departure could worsen unemployment, raise everyday costs, and harm sectors like hospitality that rely on global perception. While some industries like auto and tourism remain stable, agriculture is seeing locals step in — a shift with mixed cons...

March and March is shaking up South Africa’s political landscape, forcing the ANC to reckon with its past—especially immigration policies post-1994. Northern Cape ANC chair Zamani Saul, comparing the movement to the Arab Spring, warns of potential upheaval, while distancing the party from labeling dissent as “counter-revolutionary.” Yet he also cautions that Jacob Zuma’s MK party may be exploiting...

In a dramatic turn of events in Mpumalanga, police pulled off two high-stakes rescues this week: a 51-year-old man kidnapped and found unharmed inside his own stolen Toyota Fortuner on a sugarcane farm, and a white Ford Ranger hijacked and recovered after its driver fled into the bushes—despite the owner not yet reporting it stolen. With no arrests yet, authorities are hot on the trail, praising o...

Tshwane’s City Manager Johann Mettler faces a precautionary suspension after council votes to act on EFF allegations of maladministration, including botched appointments and obstruction of investigations — claims Mettler calls baseless. Surprisingly, the ANC backed the move, while the DA accuses the council of manipulating vote counts to push through the suspension. Meanwhile, CFO Gareth Mnisi is...

Law enforcement hit Potchefstroom’s CBD on July 8th in a major crackdown dubbed Operation Shanela 2, arresting 21 undocumented individuals and nabbing a drunk driver—part of a coordinated push to boost policing, crack down on irregular stays, and target high-risk businesses. With units from multiple agencies working together, officials emphasized zero tolerance for rule-breaking and called on the...

A heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded in Mpumalanga when a 43-year-old man and his 4-year-old nephew died after eating biscuits allegedly stolen from a local shop. Symptoms like dizziness and vomiting struck shortly after consumption, and authorities are now investigating suspected food poisoning. The biscuits, shared by a landlord who had hidden goods amid looting fears, may hold the key to what wen...

Experts are challenging the myth that undocumented migrants are the primary cause of South Africa’s healthcare crisis, calling it scapegoating. While migrants do use public services, recent changes—including stricter identity checks—have led many to seek alternatives like pharmacies and private clinics, resulting in noticeably shorter queues at some clinics. Health workers and long-term patients r...

Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, leader of March and March, defiantly rejects xenophobic labels as her movement’s weekly anti-migrant marches intensify, targeting undocumented foreigners amid rising public frustration over job competition and strained services. Despite government claims that immigration enforcement is their responsibility and President Ramaphosa’s rebuke of the movement’s deportation deadlin...

Minister Gwarube’s claim of victory over school pit toilets has sparked backlash—her “Sanitation Appropriate for Education” program, launched in 2018, was supposed to upgrade 3,372 schools but missed deadlines repeatedly, with the 2025 target unmet. Critics argue she’s celebrating a stalled effort while students in rural areas still face dangerous, poorly built, or non-functional toilets. The mini...

The National Treasury has slashed R13.5 billion in funding from 69 municipalities, forcing them to fix financial mismanagement — but the move sparks fierce debate. While officials say it’s about accountability and protecting taxpayer money, critics warn it risks collapsing already strained local economies, jeopardizing jobs, pensions, and essential services. Labor unions fear widespread fallout, w...

Four top Ekurhuleni officials, including former city manager Imogen Mashazi and legal head Khemrja Behari, have been arrested on charges of corruption, fraud, and obstructing justice — all tied to shielding deputy police chief Julius Mkhwanazi from disciplinary action. Evidence from the Madlanga Commission reveals a scheme where officials allegedly blocked investigations into Mkhwanazi’s misuse of...

Count Binface, the UK’s satirical political candidate running against Nigel Farage, is sparking a wild debate about using humor to expose political absurdity—and it’s making people wonder if Joburg needs its own version, like “Duke Pikitup,” promising to force City Power execs to use hand-crank generators during blackouts. With service delivery in shambles, maybe satire’s the only thing that can c...

The Legal Practice Council is launching a high-stakes legal battle to strip former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane of her advocate status, citing 18 grounds including dishonesty, incompetence, and bias. The move has ignited fierce backlash from the MK party, who label it political persecution targeting black professionals who challenge power. They warn institutions are being weaponized to sile...

A Pietermaritzburg court has dismissed a lawsuit by the family of slain police officer Constable Bongani Lembede, who was killed in 2014 by his former partner, Thembelihle Ngcobo, who used her service weapon. The family accused the Minister of Police of negligence for failing to protect Lembede, citing prior knowledge of their volatile relationship and Ngcobo’s return to duty after a 2012 domestic...