State vows tough action in prison officials’ attack
Johannesburg – The Department of Correctional Services says an attack on two officials at Durban Correctional Centre was thwarted this morning. The two officials... Read more.
Government calls on public to report violent incidents
Johannesburg – Government has called on the public to report incidents of incitement and acts of violence to the police. This as violent protests take place... Read more.
Defence Minister: State of Emergency only to be declared when need arises
Johannesburg – Defence and Military Veterans Minister, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, says the President will only declare the State of Emergency when the need arises.... Read more.
KZN tables plan to counter violent protests
Johannesburg – Outlining KwaZulu-Natal’s plans to deal with the spate of violent protests, Premier Sihle Zikalala has assured citizens that government... Read more.
State Security says intelligence intervention stopped further destruction
Johannesburg – Swift State Security intelligence intervention spared the Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal provinces from further destruction of businesses and public... Read more.
Cele says officers have responded with speed to the issues on the ground
Johannesburg – Over 757 people have over the past five days been arrested for the wanton destruction and looting of businesses and properties. Of these, 304... Read more.
489 arrested for violence, infrastructure damage as NATJOINTS intensifies operations
Johannesburg – As violent looting and damage to businesses and infrastructure continue in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, police had by Monday evening... Read more.
Employers not complying with health and safety measures
Johannesburg – The Department of Employment and Labour has bemoaned the low levels of compliance with health and safety measures by employers, as the country... Read more.
SASSA cash payment points suspended due to unrest
Johannesburg – Due to the current violence, cash-in-transit (CIT) companies will not be providing any cash delivery services to the South African Social Security... Read more.
Eskom warns cold front could lead to load shedding
Johannesburg – Eskom is appealing to all citizens to continue using electricity sparingly. This comes as the South African Weather Service issued a warning... Read more.
