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Tragedy on the N1 South: Motorist Killed After Brick Thrown From Overpass Between Maraisburg and N17 Off-Ramps

Authorities investigate after a motorist is killed by a brick thrown from a bridge on the N1 South (Western Bypass). Picture Credit: Wikimedia By Aisha Zardad Gauteng – A shocking and deadly road-crime incident on one of South Africa’s busiest highways has reignited concerns over public safety and criminal conduct targeting motorists. On 30 December…

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Transalloys Faces Crisis as Manganese Smelter Hits the Skids in eMalahleni

Transalloys warns of job cuts and operational scaling back as energy costs squeeze South Africa’s last manganese smelter. Picture Credit: Mining.com By Aisha Zardad eMalahleni – South Africa’s industrial landscape has taken another blow as Transalloys (Pty) Ltd, operator of the country’s last remaining manganese smelter, warns that it may have to cut up to…

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Stay Alert, Stay Alive: Motorists Urged to Remain Vigilant as New Year Roads Get Busier

Authorities urge motorists to stay alert as New Year travel increases pressure on SA’s roads. Picture Credit: Arrive Alive By Aisha Zardad South Africa – As South Africa prepares to usher in the New Year, road safety authorities are urging motorists to remain vigilant, warning that increased traffic volumes and festive fatigue continue to pose…

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Festive Border Crackdown Nets Over 1,000 Undocumented Foreign Nationals in Limpopo

Heightened festive season operations see authorities intercept more than 1,000 undocumented foreign nationals at Limpopo’s borders. Picture Credit: Facebook By Aisha Zardad South Africa – South Africa’s festive season travel surge has been met with an intensified law-enforcement presence, resulting in the interception of more than 1,000 undocumented foreign nationals at Limpopo’s border areas in…

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