South African motorists will face an increase in petrol prices from Wednesday, 3 June 2026, while diesel users will benefit from substantial price cuts. The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources announced that both grades of petrol will increase by 143 cents per litre from 3 June 2026. Diesel prices will decrease by between R2.62 and R3.25 per litre, depending on the sulphur content. While lower international diesel prices and a stronger
A 35-year-old man has been arrested after the South African Police Service (SAPS) uncovered suspected crystal methamphetamine worth an estimated R3 million during an intelligence-driven operation in Diepsloot yesterday. According to the Provincial Commissioner of the Police in Gauteng, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, officers acted on information about two men allegedly dealing drugs in the area. Following an investigation, officers identified and searched a property linked to the suspects. “The team
The president of the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association, Siviwe Kiva, is set to appear in a court in Paarl on Monday. While some reports suggest that it may be related to murder, by Sunday afternoon, the National Prosecuting Authority could not yet confirm the charge against him. “CATA President is expected to appear at Paarl Magistrates Court tomorrow morning. I have not been able to confirm the charge but have learnt from trustworthy people
UPDATE: Teen arrested after learner protest over foreign nationals in Kraaifontein
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The Western Cape SAPS has confirmed that an 18-year-old was arrested following the protest action by high school learners in Kraaifontein last week. “A case of public violence and malicious damage to property was registered for investigation. A 18-year-old male was arrested on Wednesday, 2026-05-27 and he appeared in the Kuilsrivier Magistrates court on Friday, 2026-05-29,” said provincial police spokesperson, Captain F.C Van Wyk. He added that officers and law
If South Africa is serious about ending TB, protecting people living with HIV, and safeguarding the next generation from nicotine addiction, Parliament must finally pass the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill, argues Professor Lekan Ayo-Yusuf, as we mark World No Tobacco Day on May 31. South Africa has made enormous progress in helping people living with HIV survive and live longer lives. But with that success comes the new challenge
