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Cape Town scales back ‘Herculean’ firefighting efforts

The City of Cape Town continues, however, to monitor hotspots for flare-ups in the South Peninsula, with Chapman’s Peak Drive remaining closed.

Atul Gupta

Inquest finds Zuma’s son Duduzane was negligent

An inquest has found that Duduzane Zuma conducted himself in an unreasonable manner when his car hit a taxi in February, killing a passenger.

The community of Grootvlei is not optimistic about Khulubuse Zuma’s R23-million payout. Years of accumulated debt and poverty cannot be undone.

Oscar’s disability in question over sentencing

While the defence says that Oscar Pistorius would ‘break’ in prison due to his disability, the prosecution says it’s no reason for non-imprisonment.

Psychiatrists, psychologist to evaluate Pistorius

Oscar Pistorius will undergo evaluation at a Pretoria psychiatric facility to determine his state of mind and criminal responsibility.

Oscar Pistorius.

Judge orders Pistorius to get psychiatric evaluation

After a psychiatrist testified that Oscar Pistorius has general anxiety disorder, Judge Masipa says the athlete should seek mental observation.

Those with anxiety shouldn’t have guns, says Pistorius witness

Speaking at the trial of Oscar Pistorius, a psychiatrist has told a court that firearms are what makes people with general anxiety disorder dangerous.

Oscar Pistorius.

Pistorius neighbour recounts Steenkamp’s last moments

Before proceedings were postponed, Oscar Pistorius’s neighbour told the court the murder accused athlete prayed for Reeva Steenkamp to stay alive.

IEC chair Pansy Tlakula’s case highlights the clash of public versus private interests.

Electoral court to hear full inquiry on IEC’s Tlakula

The Electoral Court has ruled that a full inquiry will be heard in an application seeking the resignation of IEC chairperson Pansy Tlakula.

Chelsea’s Juan Mata

DA launches new election ad, EFF marches over SABC ‘ban’

Icasa ruled in the SABC’s favour over complaints about DA and EFF election adverts – the DA launched a new ad, the EFF will march in protest.

Sanral terrorism case struck off the roll

The case against a man arrested in connection with acts of terrorism against Sanral has been struck off the roll.

Democratic Alliance volunteer Matlala Mabalane believes that all the DA needs is five years to bring about meaningful change to South Africa.

Economists warn SA is living beyond its means

Economists say one of the biggest factors for the depreciating rand is that South Africans are living beyond their means.

A move stating that pro-life views and advocacy for gun control are natural moral bedfellows is not convincing all right-wingers.

Auditor Moepi’s alleged killer denied bail

Forensic auditor and company director Lawrence Moepi’s alleged killer has been denied bail as he is charged with a schedule six crime, says the judge.

Radovan Krejcir

Krejcir co-accused assaulted in custody, says lawyer

One of the men accused of kidnapping, assault and attempted murder with Czech fugitive Radovan Krejcir, says he was assaulted while in police custody.

ANC and partners are in trouble, says Vavi

Suspended Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi has criticised the ANC and tripartite alliance, saying the party should not be buried with Madiba.

Mandela funeral: Security, privacy for family is prioritised, says Peters

Unlike the memorial service for Nelson Mandela, the former president’s funeral will offer more privacy for his family, says Minister Dipuo Peters.

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Massmart chief: Consumer spending slowing down

Massmart chief executive Grant Pattison says consumer spending has stagnated, while debt levels have increased.

Oscar Pistorius. File photo by AFP

Pistorius family hires American forensic team

Forensic investigators from the US will assist murder-accused Oscar Pistorius with his trial.

Fana Hlongwane was ‘not ready’ to appear at the arms deal commission

Arms commission: Hawks, Gripen planes ‘met requirements’

The Hawks and Gripen aircraft acquired through the arms deal have proven highly deployable and adaptable, the Seriti commission of inquiry has heard.

Vodacom, Makate wait for ‘Please Call Me’ judgment

Nkosana Makate is now waiting on judgment after his case against his former employer over the invention of its Please Call Me service closed.

The M&G’s front cover was swathed in the black

Security remains tight as Madiba spends eighth day in hospital

It was quiet outside a Pretoria hospital where former president Nelson Mandela spent another day receiving treatment for a recurring lung infection.