The view is spectacular from the top of Ponte Tower, one of the most famous buildings in the South African city of Johannesburg. Built in 1975, standing almost 200m (656 ft) tall, it's a ...

Investigators believe the attack was executed using illegal weapons circulating freely in the community, contributing to a ...

The improvements in crime stats could also be linked to the impact of security measures like private security guards, ...

A total of 185 motorists were arrested by JMPD officers for driving under the influence of alcohol across all regions of the City of Johannesburg between October 13 and 19. The high visibility of ...

The Department of City MMC for Public Safety led a raid on a hijacked home on 4 December 2025. 40 foreign nationals renting ...

The Gauteng government is defending the formation of its crime prevention wardens, commonly known as Amapanyaza, describing the unit as “legal”. This comes after KZN police commissioner Lieutenant ...

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - One break-in, one stolen car, one gate ripped from its hinges, an attack for a slice of pizza and two men ambling through the garden with axes: do you stay until you're killed ...

Signs tell you what crime you’re most likely to fall victim to at highway exits and intersections; beware “Hi-Jacking Hot Spot” or “Smash and Grab Hot Spot”. Homeless people routinely direct traffic ...

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - When the white sports utility vehicle pulled up as we backed out of our driveway, I thought it was the delivery man my mother was waiting for. Until one of the passengers ...

JOHANNESBURG — James Delaney wants his public art in South Africa's biggest city to be more than a magnet for selfies and a delight for children. He's determined to have the vibrant metal sculptures ...

Police launch a murder investigation after a taxi association official is shot dead in Woodmead, raising concerns over ...