South Africa’s official unemployment rate fell slightly in the third quarter of the year, dropping from 33.2% in the second quarter to 31.9%, according to Statistics South Africa. Between July and September, the number of unemployed people fell to just over 8 million, down from 8.367 million in the previous quarter. Out of the ten industries monitored by the agency, six saw employment growth while four experienced declines. Job gains were
Drunk Porsche driver arrested for clipping traffic officer while speeding
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Two 25-year-old men were arrested for drunk driving after one suspect crashed his Porsche Taycan into a City of Cape Town traffic vehicle and then called his equally intoxicated friend to the scene. According to the City’s Safety and Security Directorate, the incident occurred at 06:42 on Saturday, when a City Traffic Officer patrolling along FW de Klerk Boulevard noticed a Porsche Taycan speeding up behind him. The officer reportedly attempted to
The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has announced a series of planned night-time closures of the N1 Huguenot Tunnel to carry out critical permanent repair works following the bus fire incident on 3 October 2025. Emergency repairs were completed on 9 October, allowing the tunnel to reopen safely. However, SANRAL says more comprehensive work is now needed to ensure long-term safety and reliability. The maintenance will be done on selected weekday
Cape Town International Airport has reached a major milestone, welcoming over one million passengers in October, a figure usually recorded only in December. Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) says the record-breaking performance signals a strong start to the festive travel season and reflects growing confidence in the tourism and aviation sectors. ACSA spokesperson Ofentse Dijoe says the company will continue working closely with partners to ensure smooth and safe travel during
A life sentence has been handed to Rodney Witbooi for the premeditated murder of his ex-wife. Along with the life sentence, there were additional sentences totalling 37 years and three months for attempted rape, attempted murder, housebreaking, and illegal drug possession. The High Court of South Africa ruling brings a strong message as South Africa continues its fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). Life sentence for Rodney Witbooi for the premeditated
