Big Brother Mzansi disqualifies Kay B: Here’s what it means for evictions
Big Brother Mzansi housemate Kay B has been disqualified over sexual harassment allegations following an internal investigation.
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Crime
Asset Forfeiture seizes property linked to Nedbank R157 million fraud
Authorities have seized R55 million in assets linked to Nedbank’s R157 million fraud case.
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SANDF still active in ‘peacekeeping’ as M23 advances towards Bukavu
M23 rebels are advancing towards Bukavu, raising fears of a wider conflict. Meanwhile, Defence Minister Angie Motshekga says SANDF troops remain active in DRC peacekeeping efforts.
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Cape Town mayor rules out suspending officials linked to alleged tender fraud probe
Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis refuses to suspend JP Smith and Xanthea Limberg over an ongoing tender fraud investigation.
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Walter Magaya: UNISA refutes claims made by self-proclaimed Zim prophet
UNISA has refuted claims that Zimbabwean prophet Walter Magaya is a graduate of the institution, confirming he was never registered or awarded a qualification.
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Dr CF Visserskool tragedy still under investigation, authorities confirm
Authorities continue investigating the Dr CF Visserskool car accident that killed three pupils.
Crime
Mpumalanga police make breakthrough in Putco arson attack
Mpumalanga police arrested two suspects linked to the Putco arson attack that destroyed 51 buses. Evidence collected suggests more arrests could follow.
Crime
Francios Swart: Alleged Priority Escapes scammer due in court
Francois Swart, the alleged mastermind behind the Priority Escapes travel scam, appears in court after defrauding travellers of R2.1 million.
Crime
Musa Khawula abandons bail in crimen injuria case
Musa Khawula remains in custody after abandoning bail in his crimen injuria case linked to businessman Ze Nxumalo.
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Angie Motshekga reportedly ditches defence portfolio committee meeting
Angie Motshekga faces backlash for postponing a defence meeting amid the SANDF crisis in the DRC.
Travel
ACSA posts strong recoveries in latest performance report
ACSA’s 2024 performance report shows strong passenger recovery but highlights challenges like on-time delays, power disruptions, and jet fuel shortages at key hubs.
Lifestyle
South Africa fuel price forecast for February 2025: Here’s what motorists should expect
Fuel under-recoveries for Petrol 95 ULP improved by 27% this week, reducing from 99c to 72c per litre, while Brent crude oil trends show easing pressure.
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SANDF white flag was no surrender to M23, top official confirms
SANDF has denied surrendering to M23 rebels after a viral video showed troops raising a white flag in Goma.
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Putco confirms depot bus fire was arson attack
Putco has confirmed that arson caused fires at four depots in Mpumalanga, destroying 47 buses and injuring two employees.
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AFCON 2025 draw: Bafana Bafana to face Mo Salah in Group B
The draw places South Africa against one of the tournament’s favourites, Egypt, spearheaded by Liverpool star Mohamed Salah.
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Big Zulu in serious condition after car accident
According to the label, Big Zulu’s condition is being monitored and updates will be shared in due course.
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Putco bus fleet gutted in raging fire at Moloto depot
A fire at Putco’s Moloto depot gutted 15 buses critical to Gauteng’s public transport.
Technology
DeepSeek vs ChatGPT: Features, language models, prompt accuracy
DeepSeek R1 challenges ChatGPT with open-source accessibility and superior efficiency. Here’s a comparative look at features, language models, and prompt accuracy between these AI tools.
Crime
Darren Wilken’s alleged accomplice’s case postponed: Here’s the latest
The court proceedings were brief, with the accused’s legal representative confirming that she intends to apply for bail at her next appearance.
Cape Town Buzz
Case against JP Smith colleague arrested during raid dropped
Louis Cason, who was taken into custody for allegedly refusing to hand over electronic devices during the raid, was set to appear in court on Monday.
Local
Pregnant Gogo Maweni released on bail: Here’s what happened in court
Gogo Maweni was released on R5,000 bail today after revealing she’s expecting twins. Here’s what happened in court, her next appearance, and the allegations she’s facing.
Fashion
Paris Fashion Week 2025: Here’s what to expect at Haute Couture Week
Discover what to expect at Paris Fashion Week 2025 Haute Couture. Find the full schedule, SAST timings, and highlights from this year’s biggest designers.
News
What’s happening in DRC? – Here’s everything you must know
M23 rebels seize Goma in DRC, forcing thousands to flee. Nine SANDF soldiers among peacekeepers killed in escalating violence. Here’s the history of the conflict and the latest updates.
Crime
Keneilwe Shalaba: Mom accused of selling her toddler due in court
Keneilwe Shalaba, accused of selling her missing two-year-old son, returns to court today. Here’s what to expect.
Local
Watch: Brenda Ngxoli gets into ugly spat with her mother in viral video
The video shows Brenda recording a confrontation with her mother, who accuses the actress of past abuse.
Health for Dummies
Study finds push-ups can reduce risk of Type 2 diabetes
Participants capable of completing at least 20 push-ups were found to have a significantly lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
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Kruger elephant tramples tourist to death
A tourist was fatally trampled by an elephant near Kruger’s Malelane Gate. SANParks investigates whether the victim provoked the animal.
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Democratic Alliance trigger urgent reset in GNU over Expropriation Act
The DA calls for an urgent reset, accusing the ANC of unilateral actions.
Crime
Louis Trichardt businessman rescued after three months in captivity
Gouveia, 51, was rescued earlier this week following a coordinated operation by a police task team.
News
Andiswa Mengo crumbles under pressure as cross-examination heats up
Mbenenge’s lawyer, Advocate Muzi Sikhakhane, pressed Mengo on discrepancies between her signed and unsigned statements.