Nyanga mass shooting leaves three dead, several injured: Here’s what we know
A mass shooting in Nyanga, Cape Town, has left three people dead and several others injured.
Crime
Local
Mpho Sebeng dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Renowned South African actor Mpho Sebeng has died at 31.
Events
Friends of Amstel Festival makes a spectacular debut in Cape Town
Cape Town’s debut Friends of Amstel festival at the Laurent wine estate brought exclusive experiences and electrifying performances to attendees.
International
Kendrick Lamar drops bombshell on new Drake diss ‘Meet The Grahams’
Kendrick Lamar dropped bombshells about Drake’s alleged hidden daughter on ‘Meet The Grahams’, less than an hour after Drizzy’s ‘Family Matters’.
Viral
Boris Johnson turned away from voting in UK local elections – Here’s why
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was denied the chance to vote in the UK local elections. Here’s why.
News
SCA upholds NSFAS appeal in postgraduate LLB student funding saga
The Supreme Court of Appeals recently ruled in favour of NSFAS, affirming the decision to exclude postgraduate LLB student funding.
Viral
Watch: Glenvista High pupil caught on camera assaulting teacher [video]
A video showing a Glenvista High School pupil and teacher involved in a physical altercation has spread widely online.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town Jazz Festival returns this weekend: Motorists advised to avoid these roads
Cape Town gears up for the return of the Jazz Festival with essential road closures to note for attendees and residents.
News
DEVELOPING: N4 Elands Valley road closed after truck accident [video]
A truck accident has led to the closure of the N4 road in Elands Valley, impacting traffic between the Malaga Hotel near Emgwenya and Airlie.
News
DEA expected to reclassify marijuana: Here’s what it means for cannabis regulation in South Africa
The DEA is set to reclassify marijuana to a less restrictive category, potentially influencing cannabis regulation in South Africa.
News
Cause of M1 highway fire revealed: Here’s what you must know
Criminal activities have been identified as the cause of the recent M1 highway fire in Johannesburg.
News
‘It’s Dr Rassie Erasmus to you’ – Springbok coach awarded honorary doctorate
South Africa’s renowned rugby coach, Rassie Erasmus, receives an honorary doctorate for his contributions to rugby and coaching science.
Crime
Watch: Tshwane traffic officer accused of aiding in brazen truck hijacking [video]
A Tshwane traffic officer was caught on camera possibly aiding in a brazen truck hijacking. Here’s what we know.
Fashion
Adidas announces plans to continue Yeezy drops in 2024
Adidas plans to release further Yeezy products in 2024 despite past controversies with Ye, the brand’s former collaborator.
Viral
Hainault stabbings: Sword-wielding suspect goes on slash rage in northeast London tube station
A suspect armed with a sword went on a stabbing rampage at a northeast London tube station, on Tuesday, injuring several victims.
News
2024 National Orders Awards: Here are this year’s recipients
The 2024 National Orders Awards recipients were honoured, on Tuesday, for their significant contributions to democracy and society.
Travel
SA’s visa-free travel to Ireland could be scrapped and it’s got to do with Zimbabwe
Ireland is considering ending visa-free travel for South Africans due to misuse by nationals from Zimbabwe and other African countries.
Cape Town Buzz
Table Mountain fire latest updates: These hiking trails are closed on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
Due to ongoing flare-ups on Table Mountain, several key hiking trails will remain closed on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
News
Columbia University commences with mass student suspensions amid ongoing pro-Palestine protests
Columbia University has started suspending students involved in pro-Palestine protests on campus, following a deadline to vacate an encampment.
Local
Dingaan Thobela dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former boxing world champion Dingaan Thobela was found dead in his Johannesburg flat.
Travel
SAA relaunches direct flights from JHB to Perth
South African Airways (SAA) has resumed direct flights between Johannesburg (JHB) and Perth (PER). Here’s what you must know.
Travel
Ceramic pot discovered at Kagga Karma Nature Reserve could be 2,000 years old
An archaeological find at Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve uncovered a ceramic pot, believed to be from the Khoekhoen culture, dating back up to 2,000 years.
Crime
Mopani police escalate search for suspects linked to rape of 15-year-old girl
Mopani police have intensified their manhunt for four suspects involved in the abduction and rape of a teenage girl in Tzaneen.
Crime
Durban police launch manhunt for Asian man involved in mass shooting
Durban police are actively searching for a man involved in a shooting that resulted in one death and three critically injured on Adelaide Tambo Road.
Crime
Four killed in brutal Nyanga mass shooting: Here’s what we know
A tragic mass shooting in Nyanga resulted in four deaths and another individual wounded.
Crime
Two KZN men linked to child pornography syndicate arrested
Two KZN men tied to a notorious child pornography syndicate in South Africa were arrested earlier this week.
Cape Town Buzz
Table Mountain fire: These hiking trails are closed off on Sunday, 28 April 2024
Recent fires on Table Mountain, sparked by lightning, have led to the closure of multiple hiking trails.
Cape Town Buzz
Who is Veronica Taylor? – Voice behind ‘Ash Ketchum’ debuts at Comic Con Cape Town 2024
Voice actress Veronica Taylor, known for her role as Ash Ketchum in Pokémon, made a memorable appearance at Comic Con Cape Town 2024.
News
Freedom Day 30 years post-1994: Is South Africa actually free?
As South Africa commemorates 30 years of democracy, questions linger about the nation’s progress towards the true freedom promised in 1994.
Crime
The Glen mall robbery: Suspects make off with Kay Jewelers haul [video]
A popular jewellery store was targeted in a robbery at The Glen mall, and the entire ordeal was caught on camera.