Stories from South Africa

Two people died following a fire in the Mdani extension of Soweto, Johannesburg. Emergency services responded to the blaze around 5am, according to officials.

Magistrate Gottfried Nechi identified several ports of entry requiring serious tightening, including LeBombo, Bait Bridge, Oshook, Copfontein, Maseru Bridge, and Fixback. Border management authorities have completed a process to identify these locations.

Shebe Mabona was denied bail at the Polokwane Magistrates Court. The decision reportedly disappointed supporters within the province and the country. Reporter Sugu Shiluvana provided the update from the court.

Chukuru Malachi, a suspended director for asset protection at the Twanio Metro Police Department, continues testifying in the Pulukwane magistrate's court. A bid for postponement was denied earlier this morning.

Chukuru Malachi, the suspended director for asset protection at the Twanio Metro Police Department, continues testifying in court. A bid for postponement was denied earlier this morning. The proceedings are taking place at the Pulukwane magistrate's court.

The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor GEM 2000 figures show that 800 adult South Africans own a business less than 3.5 years old. This rate places South Africa 4th in the world for new business creation.

Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mamluo Kokubai stated that promises offered by the Constitution have not been fully realized. The remarks were made during a news briefing.

The Mahalanga Commission of Inquiry rejected an application for postponement by Shukudi Malachi, the suspended Twane Director for Asset Protection Services. The decision pertains to an ongoing inquiry in the city of Twane.

Residents in Magok Village, located in rural KwaZulu-Natal, have reported concerns regarding mining operations. The community believes a local mining company is not complying with environmental regulations.

Legal counsel for Gudumalaji has requested a postponement of the inquiry into the corruption of asset protection within the Tawana Metro Police Department. The request aims to allow for thorough preparation of the client.