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Typhoon Bavi, the largest to hit Taiwan since 1995, is barreling toward the island with winds stretching 240 miles and torrential rains forecasted—up to three feet in mountains. Northern regions like Keelung and Yilan face the worst, but all areas must brace. As the storm already ravaged U.S. Pacific territories and heads toward China—where deadly floods and dam failures have already struck—locals...

Iran is burying its slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei in his hometown of Mashhad, amid soaring tensions and a massive, multi-day funeral drawing millions — including into Iraq. His death in February triggered a wave of mourning and vengeance, as loyalists flood the streets in black, waving red flags of retribution. A fighter jet escorted his coffin, underscoring the volatile climate as U.S. strike...

Crowdfunding’s exploding in South Africa—over 52,000 campaigns this year alone, with medical needs still topping the list. BackaBuddy slashed fees to zero, letting more cash reach those in need. As traditional support systems buckle, people are turning to online platforms for everything from surgeries to student debt. It’s no longer just for big disasters—it’s everyday community action, fueled by...

VAR’s impact on soccer is sparking fierce debate: while some hail it as a game-changer that boosts fairness and integrity, others argue it robs the sport of its raw emotion and unpredictability. From Marcelo Bielsa’s shift from fierce critic to reluctant admirer, to Zlatko Dalić’s emotional outburst over controversial calls, fans and coaches are divided. FIFA’s Pierluigi Collina defends referees,...

South Africa’s Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, delivered a blunt yet urgent message at the Human Rights Commission’s food system inquiry: child stunting is irreversible, and schools must get more resources to fight malnutrition. While the department is already optimizing budgets through bulk food purchases and local sourcing, the real challenge lies in funding — Commissioner Philile N...

Durban is set to host the reSURGEnce Durban Conference from October 24-28, bringing together global investors, entrepreneurs, and leaders under the theme “Decreasing Barriers by Increasing Access.” The city is showcasing its world-class infrastructure, safety, and business readiness to position itself as a premier African hub for global partnerships. Expect exhibitions, B2B meetings, and networkin...

Mothers accused of sexually abusing their own children are exposing a horrifying societal blind spot—where betrayal from the most trusted figure shatters a child’s safety. From eThekwini to Gauteng, disturbing videos and messages reveal alleged coercion, exploitation, and even trading of explicit content. While poverty or substance abuse may be factors, they never excuse the abuse. Technology ampl...

The refugee appeals backlog—stacked for over 20 years—is finally cracking, with Home Affairs clearing 19,000 cases in one year, thanks to new advocates, faster hearings, and smarter prioritization. Focused on fairness and efficiency, reforms target high-pressure regions like the Western Cape while working with UNHCR to ensure consistent, timely decisions—moving the system toward justice for asylum...

Cape Town’s city council is defending its service delivery record amid a damning four-year public protector report citing widespread maladministration in neighborhoods like Langa Flats and Khayelitsha — from broken sewers and water shortages to faulty streetlights and waste mismanagement. While the report accuses the city of systemic failures, officials argue they’ve been in constant dialogue with...

Phophi Ramathuba delivers a blunt warning to women in leadership: beware the “Ben 10s”—younger men who exploit power and influence for financial gain. Speaking at a housing handover event, she reveals how these relationships often lead to downfall, urging women to resist flattery and cultural pressures that can sabotage their careers. With personal insight and urgency, she advocates for vigilance,...

A 19-year-old from eMalahleni, Mpumalanga, lost his life in a tragic shooting that erupted just before midnight—caught in crossfire during a looting incident when armed individuals opened fire into a crowd. Police have classified it as a murder and are urgently seeking witnesses to help unravel the chaos and motive behind the deadly confrontation. With no arrests made yet, authorities are appealin...

Three Lesotho nationals accused of being part of a deadly mass shooting targeting residents last month appeared in court, but their bail hearing was postponed to July 17th after the defense couldn’t locate one suspect — despite two visits — while the other two were briefly interviewed. Outside, grieving families protested, demanding justice and fearing more shooters are still at large, as victims...

President Ramaphosa grants the Madlanga Commission extra time—until November 16—to thoroughly investigate deep-seated corruption, political meddling, and criminality in South Africa’s justice system, ensuring no stone is left unturned before delivering a comprehensive report. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn....

Cape Town’s bursary applications for 2027 are heating up—applications open August/September this year, targeting local youth. The city’s hunting for talent in high-demand fields like engineering, IT, data science, and urban planning. Grab forms online or visit libraries and walk-in centers in Bellville or Strand. This isn’t just financial aid—it’s investing in the future leaders who’ll build the c...

Former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi and three top officials are arrested on corruption charges, sparking fears this is just the tip of a systemic rot that’s plagued the city for years. The DA warns of a wider network needing dismantling, fueled by years of mismanagement and hidden graft. Residents, already frustrated by deteriorating services, are watching closely as the DA pushes for as...

The Madlanga Commission just got a major deadline extension—pushed back from August 31 to November 16—to ensure they can thoroughly investigate alleged corruption and interference in South Africa’s justice system. With a key hearing deadline set for October 2, the commission is racing to wrap up evidence before delivering their final report to President Ramaphosa. The probe was launched after expl...

An 82-year-old former Johannesburg law firm partner is sentenced to 10 years in prison for stealing nearly 40 million rand from an escrow account he was legally entrusted to safeguard—authorizing 145 fraudulent transactions to funnel the money into his own account. Convicted on all 290 counts of theft and money laundering, his crime shattered trust in the legal profession and sends a stark message...

A former South African Air Force brigadier general, Portia Anyamba, has been sentenced to six months in jail and fined in the U.S. for acting as a foreign agent and lying on her security clearance. Her story is a powerful blend of anti-apartheid heroism and legal fallout—raised in Soweto, she joined uMkhonto weSizwe, rose to become South Africa’s first female military unit commander, and later ser...

March and March, led by Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, are back on the streets in Mthwalume, KwaZulu-Natal, launching a second wave of protests against what they call illegal immigration. After shutting down parts of the country last week and giving a June 30 deadline for foreigners to leave, the group is escalating pressure, blaming the government for ignoring their first demands. Tensions are high as the...

A criminal complaint has been filed against Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, acting SAPS national commissioner, over alleged violations of the Public Finance Management Act relating to a R360 million Medicare24 contract. Public Interest SA, citing Dimpane’s own parliamentary testimony and evidence, demands an investigation into whether she failed in her CFO duties by approving R48 million paymen...

Reginald Demana, Sanral’s CEO since 2023, is stepping down at the end of August to chase a new career chapter — but not before leaving a major mark. Under his leadership, Sanral accelerated key road projects like Moloto Road and the N2 Wild Coast, and finally cracked the long-standing Gauteng e-toll crisis, securing government debt relief and a massive 16.5 billion rand borrowing boost. His exit f...

Six healthcare workers in KwaZulu-Natal died between 2024 and 2025—five doctors and a radiographer—prompting the SA Medical Association to sound the alarm over systemic collapse in South Africa’s public health system. Though an ombud’s report found no direct link to workplace bullying or poor conditions, SAMA insists the deaths reflect a system drowning under unsustainable pressure: chronic staff...

Super Typhoon Bavi is barreling toward Fujian coast with blistering winds and a massive 1,300-kilometer diameter—ranking among the most powerful Pacific typhoons in a decade. Eastern and central China, still recovering from recent flooding, face a devastating double whammy. Scientists link its intensity to potential El Niño conditions that could supercharge ocean temperatures and fuel more destruc...

President Ramaphosa grants the Madlanga Commission extra time, pushing the final report deadline from August 31, 2026, to November 16, 2026, to ensure a thorough investigation into criminality, political interference, and corruption in the justice system. With evidence submission due October 2, 2026, the extension allows the commission to dig deeper and deliver a comprehensive, impactful report. L...

The Polokwane High Court just ruled that Zachariah Johannes Olivier’s confession — claiming he was pressured by police — was given freely, clearing the way for it to be used in his murder trial. Despite Olivier’s claims of coercion and lack of rights being read to him, Judge Jane Ngobeni sided with the state, and the investigating officer denied any pressure. Olivier, along with Rudolph de Wet — n...