Charlie Kirk dies: Cause of death, biography, career and achievements
Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, has died after being shot at a college event in Utah; he was 31.
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Charlie Kirk, head of conservative group Turning Point USA, is in critical condition after being shot in the neck during a college event in Utah.
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Mapping out what Bafana Bafana need to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Bafana Bafana are close to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-1 draw with Nigeria, but results in the final two matches will determine their fate.
Crime
Watch: Daughter goes on epic rant after Chinese mom gets 20 years for trafficking [video]
Nancy Xiao says her mother, one of seven Chinese nationals jailed for human trafficking, is not the real mastermind, claiming the true “big boss” is still free in South Africa.
Crime
Under-pressure Anti-Gang Unit makes breakthrough in Athlone Magistrate’s Court shooting
The Western Cape’s Anti-Gang Unit has arrested a 24-year-old suspect in connection with the Athlone Magistrate’s Court shooting, as police struggle with rising gang-related killings.
Crime
Three double murders in one day grip Kraaifontein in fear
Police are investigating three double murders in the latest Kraaifontein shooting incidents, as gang violence continues to terrorise the community.
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‘Ms Mokoena’ takes DCS to court over rights to wear makeup and women’s clothes in prison
Nthabiseng Mokoena, a transgender inmate, is taking the Department of Correctional Services to court for refusing her gender-affirming healthcare and the right to wear makeup and women’s clothes.
Crime
Mamelodi SAPS hostage standoff with constable ends in murder-suicide
A 16-hour Mamelodi hostage standoff ended in tragedy when Constable Thapelo Mashego killed his nephew before taking his own life.
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Police clash with Coronationville residents in protests over water supply
Police fired rubber bullets and tear gas at Coronationville protests as residents clashed with authorities over the ongoing lack of water in their community.
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Gen Z spills blood to change the course of history in Nepal
Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned after 22 people were killed in violent Nepal protests led by Gen Z demonstrators against corruption and censorship.
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Qatar denies receiving warnings from White House before Israeli attack
Qatari officials have rejected Donald Trump’s claims that they were warned in advance of the Qatar attack, calling the White House version of events “completely false.”
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South African petrol price: Here’s what to expect in October 2025
South African petrol prices face further hikes in October 2025, with under-recoveries for both fuel types exceeding R0.11 and R0.05 per litre, respectively.
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Walmart in South Africa: America’s biggest retailer is coming to Mzansi
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has confirmed plans to open branded stores in South Africa later this year, promising low prices and local partnerships.
Crime
Lebo Mniki’s family stage picket at missing student’s Midrand residence
The family of Lebo Mniki, a 35-year-old Johannesburg man who disappeared in August, is camping outside a Midrand student residence demanding CCTV footage to help in their search.
Crime
Mamelodi SAPS in tense hostage standoff with one of their own
A police constable has allegedly taken his family hostage in Mamelodi East, firing shots before officers arrived, sparking a tense Mamelodi hostage standoff.
Podcasts
Cape Town gang war: How the Fancy Boys rose during 2025’s bloodiest months [PODCAST]
The rise of the Fancy Boys gang fueled Cape Town’s bloodiest months in 2025. Stream the latest Crime Central SA episode below.
Crime
Who is Umar Akbar? – ISIS cell arrested in Johannesburg has a checkered history
Alleged ISIS member Umar Akbar was arrested in Johannesburg with stolen goods, but his long history of terror-related cases in South Africa shows a pattern of arrests that never materialised into convictions.
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Graham Howes: Search for missing kitesurfer ends in tragedy
The body of Graham Howes, a kitesurfer from Bloubergstrand, was recovered at sea on Monday after an extensive two-day search off Cape Town’s coastline.
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2025 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in pictures
Sky gazers around the world captured striking images of the Blood Moon on Sunday, as the rare lunar eclipse painted the moon red for more than an hour.
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Several injured after viral Umhlanga mall brawl [video]
A violent Umhlanga mall fight broke out on Saturday evening after a music event, leaving several people with minor injuries.
Travel
WestJet botched landing at Sint Maarten airport caught on camera
A WestJet Boeing 737-800 suffered a hard landing at Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport on September 7, 2025, causing damage to the aircraft but no injuries.
Events
Bafana Bafana vs Nigeria: Team news, how to watch, score prediction
Bafana Bafana face Nigeria in a must-win 2026 World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein, with group leadership, history and a place at the finals at stake.
International
Kendrick Lamar picks up Creative Arts Emmy for Super Bowl Halftime performance
Kendrick Lamar won “Outstanding Music Direction” at the Creative Arts Emmys in Los Angeles, as “Saturday Night Live” and “SNL50” dominated Night 2 with 11 wins.
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Who was Carlo Acutis? – London boy becomes the world’s first millennial saint
Carlo Acutis, a London-born teenager who used technology to spread Catholic teaching, has officially become the world’s first millennial saint after his canonisation in Rome.
Technology
Blood Moon lunar eclipse: Date, significance, when to view in South Africa
Sky-watchers in South Africa will witness a rare Blood Moon lunar eclipse on Sunday night, with the event lasting more than 80 minutes and peaking at 20:11 (SAST).
Events
New Zealand vs South Africa: Team news, how to watch, predictions
The second round of the New Zealand vs South Africa Rugby Championship clash kicks off today at Eden Park, with the Springboks aiming to break a record that has stood since 1937.
Crime
Who killed Bouwer van Niekerk? – insolvency lawyer shot dead in targeted hit
Prominent insolvency lawyer Bouwer van Niekerk was shot dead at his Johannesburg offices on Friday, in what police are treating as a targeted killing.
News
Eskom declares loadshedding-free summer after a winter of zero power cuts
Eskom has announced that South Africa is likely to enjoy a summer without loadshedding, after making it through winter with almost no blackouts — but critics warn the utility’s reliance on expensive diesel masks deeper problems.
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South Africa cleared to bid for Formula 1: Here’s everything you must know
South Africa has received Cabinet approval to officially bid for Formula 1 in South Africa, potentially bringing the Grand Prix back to Kyalami from 2027.
Crime
Cape Town police scramble to contain gang violence amid latest Athlone magistrate’s court shooting
Police are investigating after a man was killed in an Athlone magistrate’s court shooting, as Cape Town faces a surge in deadly gang violence.