SARS tax filing season 2025: Here’s everything you must know
The 2025 SARS tax season opened with technical problems, but major updates to filing rules and form changes are now in effect.
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Technology
Temu curbs import taxes and breaks into SA market with new warehouse
Chinese e-commerce giant Temu has quietly launched a warehouse in South Africa, accelerating delivery times and sparking industry concerns over trade and tax compliance.
News
Senzo Mchunu doubles back on his links to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala
Police Minister Senzo Mchunu admitted knowing Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala, reversing earlier claims to Parliament, amid allegations linking him to criminal interference and political corruption.
News
Soweto and surrounding areas suffer more blackouts on Wednesday, 9 July 2025
Several areas in Soweto and nearby townships remained without power on Wednesday as Eskom worked to restore service amid ongoing cable faults and grid overload issues.
Viral
Epic prison raid uncovers smuggled objects in Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala’s cell
A mobile phone found in Vusi “Cat” Matlala’s prison cell during a raid has reignited allegations of corruption and high-level interference in law enforcement.
News
Eskom reports more power outages in these Gauteng areas on Tuesday, 8 July 2025
Eskom confirmed multiple power outages across Gauteng on Tuesday, 8 July 2025, due to cable faults and overloading, with repair efforts underway and no current loadshedding.
Travel
SAA clears the air on viral video showing air hostess in suspicious exchange [video]
SAA says a viral video showing air hostesses in a suspicious exchange predates 2019 and lacks verified context, following an internal investigation.
Crime
Suspect allegedly involved in 2024 Umlazi mass murder identified as foreign national
A 28-year-old foreign national arrested in connection with the 2024 Umlazi mass shooting has been formally identified and charged with multiple counts of murder.
Crime
Watch: Suspects caught on dashcam after hijacking a truck in Midvaal [video]
Dashcam footage captured during a hijacking incident in Midvaal reveals alleged suspects involved in the crime.
News
Soweto struck by second power outage in a week
Soweto was hit by a second power outage in one week on Tuesday, as Eskom battles increasing faults and unplanned breakdowns across Gauteng.
Travel
Hundreds of Finnair flights amid escalating mass strike action
Finnair has cancelled hundreds of flights due to ground staff strikes at Helsinki Airport, and explains what passengers can do next.
Crime
Watch: Dramatic Muizenberg car chase caught on camera [video]
A Muizenberg car chase involving a VW Polo ended in a dramatic arrest after a high-speed pursuit and gunfire from law enforcement.
Viral
Who is ‘Brown Mogotsi’? – Here’s what we know about Mchunu’s alleged tenderpreneur
A politically connected man named Brown Mogotsi has been accused of influencing SAPS operations, with direct ties to Minister Senzo Mchunu, according to claims by General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
Crime
Bushbuckridge community rocked by GBV murder-suicide
A man in Bushbuckridge fatally shot his girlfriend before taking his own life, prompting a police investigation into the suspected GBV-related murder-suicide.
Crime
Alleged Eswatini peddler arrested with R1.1 million cannabis
An Eswatini national is due in court after police intercepted a vehicle carrying R1.1 million worth of cannabis near the Mayflower border.
Crime
Nailana village man due in court for allegedly killing girlfriend
A 29-year-old man from Nailana village will appear in court for the alleged murder of his girlfriend following an argument that escalated into a fatal assault.
News
Ramaphosa intervenes after Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi exposes alleged rot in Senzo Mchunu’s office
President Cyril Ramaphosa has stepped into a growing dispute within the South African Police Service (SAPS), following serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.
Events
Banyana Banyana vs Ghana: Prediction, kick off time and teams for Monday, 7 July 2025
South Africa’s Banyana Banyana face Ghana in their 2025 WAFCON opening match on Monday, 7 July, with kick off at 18:00 SAST.
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BRICS Summit in Rio places Trump tariff threats on the pendulum
Heads of State from BRICS countries have gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the 2025 Summit amid tensions with US President Donald Trump over trade policies.
Viral
Taiwan on tenterhooks as Typhoon Danas makes landfall
Typhoon Danas has prompted school and office closures in southern Taiwan as authorities brace for severe weather.
Events
Springboks vs Italy: Prediction, kick off time and teams for Saturday 5 July 2025
South Africa’s Springboks face Italy at Loftus Versfeld in a high-stakes Test match — here’s what you need to know.
International
Julian McMahon dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Australian–American actor Julian McMahon has died at the age of 56.
News
Eskom latest news: Utility reports stable grid amid warnings of looming loadshedding
Eskom has reported a stable power system in its latest update, but energy experts warn the risk of loadshedding remains due to high unplanned outages.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town water shutdown: Planned maintenance to affect these suburbs
The City of Cape Town has announced a four-day water supply disruption due to planned maintenance, affecting multiple suburbs across the metro.
Viral
Thomas Partey officially charged with five counts of rape
Ghanaian footballer and former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been formally charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in the UK.
International
Angélique Kidjo to become first African honoured with a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Grammy-winning African music icon Angélique Kidjo will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the first black African performer to be honoured.
Crime
Woman accused of kidnapping newborn in Bellville shopping mall bids for bail
A 37-year-old woman accused of kidnapping a newborn from a Bellville mall has launched a bail bid after the baby was found during a police raid in Tafelsig.
News
David Mabuza dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former South African deputy president David Mabuza has died at 64.
Viral
Diogo Jota dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota, aged 28, has died in a car accident in Spain along with his younger brother, Andre Silva.
International
Diddy lawyers file for urgent bail release: Here are the proposed conditions
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team has filed for urgent bail, arguing he poses no threat or flight risk after being acquitted of major charges.