Routine Police Search in Tembisa Uncovers 250 SASSA Cards, Leading to Arrest of Three Suspects

Three South African males were arrested in Tembisa after their car was stopped by police for a routine search on Wednesday. What started as a routine search for the multi-disciplinary team which comprised of Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department and Johannesburg Metro Police were executing operational duties, when they stopped a suspected vehicle on Andrew Mapetho Drive in Tembisa. The Ekurhuleni Metro Politan Department released the information that the three suspects, who were... Read more »
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By Staff Writer On Thursday, January 9th, 2025

Kwaito Legend Doc Shebeleza Passes Away at 56

South African Kwaito legend Victor Bogopane, famously known as Doc Shebeleza, has passed away at his home in Johannesburg following a long illness. The news of his death was confirmed on Thursday, January 9, 20... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

Nelson Mandela’s Grandson Arrested in a Hijacking Bust

Five people, including a man believed to be a grandson to ANC struggle stalwart Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela and a woman have been arrested in connection with a car hijacking in Gauteng.  It all started with a hi... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Announces Resignation

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has formally announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party and prime minister, citing “internal battles” within his party. This decision comes after... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

Tshwane Ordered to Reinstate Rooiwal Officials Associated with Rooiwal Saga

In a significant legal development, the South African Local Government Bargaining Council (SALGBC) has instructed the City of Tshwane to reinstate five senior officials suspended in connection with the controve... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

South African Musician Winnie Khumalo Passes Away at 51

Johannesburg, South Africa – Winnie Khumalo, a celebrated South African musician and actress known for her contributions to Afropop music, has died at the age of 51 after a brief illness. The news of her ... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

Multi-Vehicle Collision Claims 18 Lives in KwaZulu-Natal

Eighteen people (13 adults and 5 children) were killed in a multi-vehicle collision on the N3 at Van Reenen’s Pass in KwaZulu-Natal on Monday, 6 January, 2025. The accident involved a truck, a minibus tax... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Monday, January 6th, 2025

Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly: Court Postpones Eldorado Park Officer’s Case

It has been a tense period for the community of Eldorado Park following the Boxing Day murder of a 22-year-old Gauteng crime warden Chesnay Patricia Keppler. The suspect is police officer Sergeant Mandla Buthel... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Sunday, January 5th, 2025

Rising Attacks on E-Hailing Drivers: Cape Town Police Arrest Robbery Suspects

The robbery of an e-hailing driver in Cape Town, which took place on 24 December 2024, has drawn widespread attention and condemnation from those affected. The victim, identified as Ali, was called for a pick-u... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Saturday, January 4th, 2025

Beitbridge Port Fully Prepared for Festive Season Return Traffic

As the holiday season comes to an end and the country prepares to reopen businesses and resume normal functions, the Beitbridge port of entry has become a focal point of activity. The Border Management Authorit... Read more »