Year: 2026
Villagers Welcome Groundbreaking Twice-a-Year HIV Prevention Injection
Communities in the Amajuba District of KwaZulu-Natal have expressed optimism and relief following the introduction of a new HIV prevention injection that only needs to be administered twice a year. The long-acting injectable, known as Lenacapavir, is being hailed as a major breakthrough in the fight against HIV, particularly for people who struggle to take…
Mzansi Demands Justice After Security Guard Brutally Attacked While on Duty in East London
East London, Eastern Cape – South Africans are demanding justice following the shocking and violent assault of a private security guard at the popular eBuhlanti Marina Glen beachfront in East London. The incident, which was caught on camera and later shared widely on social media, has sparked national outrage and renewed concerns about the safety…
Gone But Not Forgotten: South African Icons We Lost in 2025
The year 2025 will be remembered as one of deep reflection and collective mourning for South Africa. While the nation continued to push forward in the face of social and economic challenges, it was also forced to say goodbye to many towering figures whose lives and contributions helped define its cultural, political, and creative identity….
SANDF Soldier Injured While Defending Himself During Festive Border Operation
A South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldier was injured during a tense border security operation after being stabbed in the forearm while defending himself against an undocumented migrant. The incident occurred on 26 December 2025, when SANDF troops intercepted a large group of undocumented Zimbabwean nationals attempting to cross into South Africa illegally. According…
Nine Killed in Devastating Eastern Cape Head-On Collision Near Mthatha
Nine people lost their lives in a horrific multi-vehicle crash on the R61 outside Mthatha in the Eastern Cape on Tuesday, 31 December 2025, just one day before the start of the new year. The devastating accident involved two bakkies and a minibus taxi and left several others seriously injured, once again highlighting the dangers…
Makhadzi Recovering After New Year’s Eve Accident
Award-winning South African singer Makhadzi is recovering in hospital following a serious motor vehicle accident that occurred on New Year’s Eve. The incident took place on 31 December 2025 while the celebrated performer was travelling along the N1 highway from Limpopo to Gauteng. According to information shared by her management team, Makhadzi’s vehicle was involved…