Accused Joburg serial robber caught with cloned SAPS patrol vehicle
A suspected serial robber linked to the notorious blue lights gang was arrested in Walkerville with a cloned SAPS patrol vehicle.
Crime
Crime
‘A harvest of horror’: More details surface about Limpopo farm murders
The murders on the Onvervaght farm in Limpopo have shocked the local community, not only for their brutality but also for the chilling evidence of premeditation.
Crime
Convicted mobster escapes from Durban prison
Mthethwa, who was serving a 15-year sentence for robbery with aggravating circumstances, fled while assigned to work in the facility’s garden.
Cape Town Buzz
Auditor-General report: Western Cape municipalities receive most clean audits
The Western Cape stands out as a beacon of good governance in the 2022-23 Auditor-General’s report, with 22 municipalities in the province achieving clean audits.
Crime
Watch: Shots fired in East Rand Mall jewellery store heist [video]
A group of armed suspects stormed a jewellery store inside East Ran Mall, leading to a chaotic scene that included gunfire.
Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Cape Town severe weather wreaks havoc across city [video]
Residents across Cape Town witnessed firsthand the destructive power of the severe weather on Tuesday as strong winds and heavy rain swept through the city.
News
Investigation uncovers disturbing claims about Chris Hani’s daughters
Home Affairs records show that Nosipho Hani Khumalo, Vanessa Phindile Madonsela, and Cleopatra Tunyiswa have no legitimate ties to Chris Hani.
Crime
Fake US dollars worth R4 million, drugs, and more found in massive Durban CBD raid
During the raids, authorities discovered counterfeit US dollar bills amounting to over R4 million, along with a stash of drugs and other illicit goods.
News
DA courts backlash for placing another racist-accused member in top post
Roman Cabanac’s appointment has raised eyebrows, especially considering his remarks about black people emigrating to the Western Cape and links to far-right groups.
Crime
Oudtshoorn mom linked to seven-year-old son’s cause of death
A 39-year-old woman from Oudtshoorn has been remanded in custody following her first court appearance for the murder of her seven-year-old son.
News
Umlazi SAPS van involved in crash, several injuries reported
A SAPS van was involved in a crash with a taxi on Mangosuthu Highway in Umlazi, resulting in several injuries.
News
Gayton McKenzie reacts to Dada Morero’s plan to recruit foreign JMPD officers
The recently elected Johannesburg mayor suggested that the JMPD should recruit documented foreign nationals to address language barriers.
News
DA ministers are lifting the lid on ‘financial rot’ in these departments
DA ministers have made serious allegations regarding financial mismanagement within government departments.
Crime
Deveney Nel murder update: Suspect troubling history of rape exposed
The 17-year-old suspect in the murder of Deveney Nel has a troubling history, including a prior rape case that was dismissed due to his age.
Technology
Capitec Bank hit by third outage this year alone: Here’s the latest
The outage, which began in the morning, disrupted mobile and online banking, with users reporting problems logging into the Capitec app and completing transactions.
Technology
FNB hit by massive outage on Friday: Here are the latest updates
The outage, which began around 12:30, led to a surge in reports of issues with FNB’s services, according to live tracking data from Down Detector.
Crime
Watch: Alrode woman kidnapping caught on CCTV [video]
As of now, Melissa van Vuuren is still in the custody of her kidnappers. There have been no further updates on her condition or whereabouts.
News
EFF implosion intensifies with leaked texts between Shivambu and EFFSC president
The friction between Shivambu and Lonzi became public after the youth leader took to social media, where he accused Shivambu of abandoning the revolutionary ideals of the EFF.
Crime
KwaMashu thugs from viral shooting video arrested, KZN police confirm
The footage showed the men brazenly discharging firearms at the KwaMashu hostel, an act that sparked fears of escalating gang violence in the region.
News
Ryan Garcia ‘can’t wait’ to fight in South Africa
Ryan Garcia accepts Gayton McKenzie’s invitation to visit South Africa after supporting Dricus du Plessis, despite recent racism scandals.
News
M1 and M2 highway shutdown: Here are the latest updates
Mass action by City of Johannesburg employees has led to the complete closure of the M1 and M2 highways in Braamfontein and the Johannesburg CBD.
News
Floyd Shivambu goes from EFF deputy president to MK Party organiser
Reports indicate that former President Jacob Zuma will formally announce Shivambu as the MK Party’s national organiser during a press conference on Thursday.
Crime
Tafelsig teens killed in gang-related mass shooting
15-year-old Whitney Davids and a 24-year-old man were fatally shot in what police believe was a gang-related attack on Bainskloof Street, Tafelsig.
Crime
Correctional services clears the air on Musa Khawula death hoax
Correctional Services debunked rumours of Musa Khawula’s death, confirming that he is alive and serving his 60-day sentence.
News
Watch live: Jacob Zuma to address recent MK Party scandals [video]
The press conference, which will be streamed live starting at noon, is highly anticipated due to the recent series of events that have put the MK Party under scrutiny.
Crime
Watch: Grassy Park mob ambushes store, make off with cash till [video]
The robbers, caught on security cameras, made off with cash, cigarettes, and card machines.
Crime
Have you seen Isielle Leslie? – Search for missing Hercules teen escalates
Isielle Leslie, who left her home without informing anyone of her destination, has not been seen or heard from since that day.
News
Mbuyiseni Ndlozi silences exit rumours amid soon-coming EFF exodus
During his speech earlier this week, Malema hinted that some members might be considering leaving, referencing Ndlozi without directly naming him.
Local
William Smith dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
The nation’s beloved math educator died surrounded by family in Perth, Australia.
News
South Africa consumer inflation drops to 4.6% – Here’s how this impacts your life
A lower inflation rate means that the prices of goods and services are not increasing as quickly, which can have several positive effects on everyday life.