Anne Heche was taken off life support on Sunday, nine days after suffering severe injuries in a fiery car crash, as a compatible person was found to receive her donated organs, a spokesperson said.

The new leadership of the ANC in North West faces an uncertain future, and its newly elected chairperson could be forced out due to a culpable homicide charge hanging over his head.

Two Free State men have been arrested for allegedly killing their mothers in separate incidents.

Actor Robyn Griggs, best known for her roles in soap operas Another World and One Life to Live, has died at the age of 49.

The tragic death of another university student by suicide has highlighted how some students, and even academic staff, battle to open up about their mental health.