William Friedkin dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
William Friedkin, the director of ‘The Exorcist’ died on Monday. He was 87.
International
International
Travis Scott brings out Kanye West at ‘Utopia’ Rome concert [video]
Travis Scott sent the internet into a frenzy when he brought out Kanye West as his surprise guest at the ‘Utopia’ concert in Rome, Italy.
International
Tory Lanez sentencing: Iggy Azalea asks judge for ‘transformational’ prison term
Iggy Azalea was one of more than 70 supporters who wrote letters pleading for a Tory Lanez pardon, the court heard on Monday.
Crime
Kutama-Sinthumule Correctional Centre on fire: Here’s everything we know
A fire reportedly broke out at Kutama-Sinthumule Correctional Centre on Monday. Here’s everything we know.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi strike: SANTACO distances itself from violence
SANTACO has effectively distanced itself from the deadly Cape Town taxi strike, claiming the unrest was perpetrated by ‘non-members’.
Crime
Ntokozo Zikhali: Man accused of mutilating Bokgabo Poo found not guilty
Ntokozo Zikhali, the man accused of murdering four-year-old Bokgabo Poo was found not guilty on Monday. Here’s everything we know.
Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Gugulethu Mall looting caught on camera [video]
Rioters linked to the Cape Town taxi strike were caught on camera looting shops inside the Gugulethu Shopping Mall.
Crime
PN Mathipa: Hawks investigator in Abdella Abadiga abduction assassinated
Prominent Hawks investigator, Lt-Col PN Mathipa, was assassinated on Sunday, while working on the abduction of alleged ISIS leader Abdella Abadiga.
Travel
British govt adds ‘Cape Town taxi strike’ to list of threats faced by UK travellers visiting South Africa
The Cape Town taxi strike is now listed as a high-level security threat for UK travellers visiting South Africa.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi strike: One person shot and killed in Nyanga clashes [video]
Clashes in Nyanga between a passenger-carrying motorist and large groups linked to the Cape Town taxi strike ended in death.
Viral
Watch: Ramaphosa ‘gets jiggy’ at 2023 Netball World Cup final [video]
This video shows Ramaphosa letting his limbs loose and soaking in the atmosphere of the 2023 Netball World Cup final.
Viral
Montgomery riverboat brawl: Vasser’s Mini Mart owner deletes Facebook amid backlash [video]
Following the outrage from the Montgomery riverboat brawl, Chase Shipman, owner of Vasser’s Mini Mart, deleted his business Facebook page.
Cape Town Buzz
Breakdown in talks means Cape Town taxi strike resumes on Monday, 7 August 2023 [video]
SANTACO has called on its operators to “not interfere with other modes of transport and not take part in any criminal activities.”
Crime
Zanikhaya Kwinana: Murder of LEAP officer linked to Cape Town taxi strike [video]
Zanikhaya Kwınana, a young LEAP officer, was gunned down in a murder authorities believe is linked to the Cape Town taxi strike.
Fashion
Adidas will not reproduce Yeezy designs despite ‘legal green light’, CFO confirms
Adidas has the legal basis to reproduce Yeezy designs but, in a call to investors, CFO Harm Ohlmeyer revealed ‘that would be the wrong timing.’
International
Kai Cenat console giveaway sparks riots in New York, streamer arrested
Viral streamer Kai Cenat sparked riots in New York, prompting a Leve 4 response from the NYPD, the highest level of disaster response.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town e-hailing services join taxi strike: Here’s what you must know
Cape Town e-hailing services have been suspended as a show of solidarity to the ongoing taxi strike. Here’s what you must know.
Cape Town Buzz
Bheki Cele on Cape Town taxi strike: ‘JP Smith needs psychological help’ [video]
Reacting to the Cape Town taxi strike, Police Minister Bheki Cele blasted JP Smith, saying he needs ‘psychological help.’
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town Taxi Strike: SAPS Identifies Hotspot Areas Amid Escalating Violence [video]
The Cape Town taxi strike reared its ugly head on the second day and police have listed these hotspot areas where violence is likely.
International
Lizzo speaks out, blasts dancers for lying in sexual harassment lawsuit
Lizzo reacted to the backlash she’s received over the ongoing sexual harassment lawsuit against her. Here’s what she said.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa murder trial: Mthokozisi Thwala scorched under cross-examination
Mthokozisi Thwala accused the police of torturing him in an attempt to force a confession to the murder of Senzo Meyiwa.
Local
‘Sizokthola’ future uncertain after suspicious death of alleged drug dealer
The future of ‘Sizokthola’ hangs in the balance as host Xolani Khumalo is at the centre of the death of an alleged drug dealer.
News
Slovo Park riots end in truck arson and looting [video]
The Slovo Park riots turned chaotic on the N12 highway, after residents torched and looted a truck in front of helpless police.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi strike: Metro police deployed to escort buses
As a means of ensuring passenger safety during the Cape Town taxi strike, City officials have deployed Metro police to escort buses.
Local
Kelly Khumalo dropped from Maseru Jazz Festival: Here’s everything we know
The cancellation of Kelly Khumalo continued on Thursday after she was dropped from the Maseru Jazz Festival lineup.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxis told to ‘stay-away’ from CBD: Here’s everything we know
Cape Town taxis have enacted a seven-day stay-away in protest against the City’s harsh traffic by-laws. Here’s everything you must know.
Local
AKA murder case: Tony Forbes reveals investigation at ‘standstill’
Six months into the AKA murder case, police have yet to bring hope to the rapper’s family, Tony Forbes revealed in a recent interview.
Crime
Taxi driver arrested attempting to cross border into Mozambique with corpse in stolen trailer
Nhlanhla Mkhabela, a taxi driver, is due in court for attempting to smuggle a corpse into Mozambique in a stolen trailer.
Local
Arthur Mafokate could be investigated for tender fraud: Here’s everything we know
Arthur Mafokate faces a tender fraud probe after it was discovered he was paid close to R2 million for a NYE party in 2015 using public funds.
Crime
Moletlane Plaza: Manhunt underway to track down ATM bombers
A manhunt is underway to track down the suspects involved in the brazen Moletlane Plaza ATM bombing. Here’s everything we know.