Huguenot tunnel temporarily closed
The Western Cape Department of Mobility has urged motorists to use alternative roads, following a fire incident in the Huguenot Tunnel, in the early hours of Saturday morning. The South…
47 killed in Nepal flooods
About 47 people were killed by floods in Nepal, following heavy rains, which began on Friday. Of these, 35 died from landslides, 3 from lightning strikes and the rest from…
Increase in new vehicle sales
New vehicle sales increased to 54,700 units in September 2025. This is the highest monthly record since September 2015. This is 10,700 units more, or 24,3%, from the 44,000 units,…
Elephant Seal at Onrus Beach, what to do when you spot a seal
The Overstrand Municipality has urged visitors to the Onrus Beach, to stay away from the Elephant Seal spotted on the beach on Friday. Dean O’Neill, Municipal Manager, said the Southern…
Cause of explosion in the Huguenot tunnel under investigation
The cause of an overnight explosion, in the Huguenot Tunnel on the N1, near Worcester, in the Western Cape, is still under investigation. A bus exploded, caught fire, and filled…
Windy Saturday forecast for parts of KZN and the Eastern Cape
Durbanites are cautioned to take necessary precautions, including staying indoors where possible. This is after the Weather Service (SAWS) warned against strong winds, propelled by a surface high pressure system.…
25 oil and gas exploration and development opportunities presented at the AEW
There are currently 25 Farm-in opportunities in Africa, presented by the African Farmout Forum, at the African Energy Week (AEW), in Cape Town this week. These are plans for seismic…
Flooded highways in Ghana
Videos of flooded Mallam-Kasoa highway, in Ghana, are making rounds on social media. Roads connecting Accra and Kasoa, are flooded, as well as the Cape Coast and Takoradi. Influencer Princess…
60 killed in Philippines earthquake, & at least 5 aftershocks
At least 60 people were killed and 150 injured in an earthquake in the Philippines, on Tuesday, close to Cebu. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said it was measured…
SA Auto Week in full swing in Gqeberha
SA Auto Week is in full swing at the Nelson Mandela Bay’s Coega Vulindlela Accommodation and Conference Centre. The conference coincides with the Automotive Business Council (Naamsa), 90th anniversary. Speaking…