Man Drowns in Ashburton Pool
08 November 2024 | From Arrive Alive
Mi7 National Group's Emergency Medical Services was dispatched after reports of a drowning incident in Ashburton.
A 71-year-old man was found drowned in a swimming pool. Unfortunately, the man was declared deceased on the scene.
Pietermaritzburg SAPS Search & Rescue officers were present to recover the body.
The matter is being investigated by the police. We pass our condolences to the loved ones of the deceased.
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
South Africa’s new vehicle market recorded continued growth in October 2026, despite persistent cost-of-living pressures affecting consumers. Aggregate domestic sales reached 61,890 units in October 2026, representing a 5,839 unit, or 10,4% increase compared with the 56,051 units sold during October
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Motorists travelling along the N1 South, shortly before the tollgate when coming from Pretoria, are urged to exercise caution after a truck reportedly lost its load on the road.
Drivers are advised to slow down, remain alert and approach the affected section with caution.
Motorists are encouraged
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A taxi transporting a full load of school learners caught fire while travelling towards the main road in Amouti- KZN this morning (Monday).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received a call from a member of the public at approximately 06:52, requesting assistance after a red Toyota Hiace carrying
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A taxi transporting a full load of school learners caught fire while travelling towards the main road in Amouti- KZN this morning (Monday).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received a call from a member of the public at approximately 06:52, requesting assistance after a red Toyota Hiace carrying
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Following the successful stealth repositioning of forces between 4 Artillery Regiment and 10 South African Infantry Battalion in Musina, under Operation CORONA, the incoming battalion has hit the ground running.
10 South African Infantry Battalion immediately commenced a series of day and night operations
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Mafube, Villiers, Tweeling and Cornelia SAPS jointly conducted a District #SaferFestiveSeason roadblock.
The campaign aimed to raise community awareness when it comes to safety during the festive period. Members initiated stop and searches of vehicles and passengers focusing on possession of drugs,
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato wishes to inform members of the public, travellers and the trading community that operations at the Kopfontein Port of Entry, which borders South Africa and Botswana, have resumed following a temporary suspension caused by
02 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Several people sustained injuries in a head-on collision involving two vehicles at Hammonds Farm Flats in Waterloo - KZN this evening (Sunday).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) responded to the scene at approximately 17:34 after receiving calls for assistance.
On arrival, Reaction Officers
01 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The accident occurred on the N1 between High accident and the Modimolle off-ramp, involving four vehicles, three sedans and one SUV.
According to preliminary reports, the accident was caused by a head-on collision between a Toyota 7-seater SUV and a Kia sedan. A second head-on collision then occurred