Water maintenance set for these Cape Town areas starting Tuesday, 27 February 2024
Several Cape Town areas are set to undergo water maintenance starting Tuesday, 27 February 2024. Here’s what you must know.
Cape Town Buzz
Crime
Cape Town police are not investigating Bo-Kaap shooting [video]
According to Cape Town police, ‘no complaints or cases were reported to local police regarding the incident depicted in the videos which went viral.’
News
Driver who caused ANC bus crash fell asleep at the wheel, Bheki Cele reveals
Police Minister Bheki Cele claims passengers had urged the driver to continue the journey despite his admissions of fatigue.
International
Chris Gauthier dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Chris Gauthier, the talented actor from ‘Once Upon a Time’ died on 23 February 2024 at 48. Here’s the latest on his cause of death.
Viral
Watch: Cam Newton attacked at his 7v7 community event [video]
Former NFL quarterback Cam Newton was attacked during his organisation’s 7v7 community tournament in Atlanta, GA.
Crime
Paarl tik merchants taken down in dramatic high-speed chase
Two suspected Tik dealers were arrested in Paarl after a high-speed chase with drugs worth more than R440 000.
Health for Dummies
Woolworths initiates emergency recall of peanut butter ice cream
Woolworths has initiated an emergency recall of its peanut butter ice cream due to high Aflatoxin levels. Here’s everything you must know.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town authorities lauded for arresting Table Mountain robbers
Cape Town’s law enforcement successfully arrested two Table Mountain robbers in a sting operation to keep the popular hiking spot safe.
Crime
Enyobeni Tavern owners sentenced – Was it a slap on the wrist?
The Enyobeni Tavern owners were sentenced for supplying alcohol to minors, amid ongoing investigations into the death
News
Daspoort tunnel closed this weekend: Use these alternative routes instead
The Daspoort tunnel in Pretoria West will be closed for maintenance on 25 February 2024 from 07:30 to 16:00.
Crime
Werner de Jager deemed a danger to his kids, court denies bail
Werner de Jager remains in custody following the rejection of his bail application by the Amanzimtoti Magistrate’s Court.
News
Durban motorists advised to avoid N3 Toll route at these times this weekend
Prepare for increased traffic on the N3 Toll route this weekend due to the ANC manifesto launch at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Viral
Georgia authorities suspect foul play in UGA student death
A UGA student death is under investigation after a woman was found dead on campus, with authorities suspecting foul play
Crime
Joshlin Smith disappearance stretches on with no answers from last person to see her alive
The search for six-year-old Joshlin Smith in Saldanha Bay took a turn, on Thursday, after search parties stumbled on a bloody ditch.
Cape Town Buzz
MyCiti N2 Express bus service set to be extended for two years
The City of Cape Town has recommended extending the MyCiti N2 Express bus service for another two years. Here’s what you must know.
Crime
Carol Ann Avent: Mastermind behind R11.5 million money laundering scheme appears in court
Carol Ann Avent allegedly roped her family in a money laundering scam that cost her former employer, Transco CC. R11.5 million in losses.
News
Watch: EFF clash with security at Oscar Mabuyane SOPA [video]
Chaos erupted at Oscar Mabuyane’s SOPA with EFF members at the centre of a fiery encounter with security. Here’s what went down.
Crime
Davenport shooting: Victim fights back in fiery encounter with robbers
Durban authorities are investigating a Davenport shooting, where the victim valiantly fought back against a group of robbers.
Viral
Palmview Primary bomb scare forces school evacuation
KZN authorities reacted swiftly to a hoax bomb scare at Palmview Primary School.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town sheriff evicts Green Point tennis court occupiers [video]
On Thursday, Green Point tennis court occupiers who defied the City of Cape Town’s settlement offer were evicted by the sheriff.
Crime
Noxolo Anele Ntuli: KZN police escalate efforts to find missing school girl
Seven-year-old Noxolo Anele Ntuli has been missing since 2 February 2024.
Cape Town Buzz
The Manchester City treble trophy tour is coming to Cape Town – Here’s what you must know
The Manchester City treble trophy tour arrives in Cape Town in March 2024. Here’s everything you must know.
Crime
Witbank police launch manhunt for Highveld Mall robbery suspects [photo]
Witbank police are in search of two suspects, believed to be foreigners, in connection with the Valentine’s Day Highveld Mall robbery.
Crime
Watch: BMW motorist robbery and hijacking at Montclair petrol station [video]
A BMW motorist survived a horrifying encounter with armed hijackers at a petrol station in Montclair and it was all caught on camera.
International
Hydeia Broadbent dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Hydeia Broadbent, a courageous AIDS activist who passed away at 39.
Viral
Kick streamer, JustxSnags, walks back ‘El Chapo’ rant [video]
Kick streamer JustxSnags apologised for disrespecting El Chapo and the Mexican cartel in a rant that’s since gone viral.
News
Parliament votes to impeach Judge John Hlophe – Here’s what happens next
Parliament impeaches Judge John Hlophe for gross misconduct, marking a pivotal moment in South Africa’s judiciary.
Crime
Jo-Anne Mantladi Mmela: Middelburg attorney on the run over RAF fraud
Hawks intensify efforts to find Jo-Anne Mantladi Mmela, a Middelburg attorney, over RAF fraud after she skipped bail.
Crime
Tsheto Modise: Palm Ridge police stumble on ‘house of horror’
Tsheto Modise appeared in court on human trafficking charges, accused of exploiting foreign nationals for employment in South Africa.
Crime
Thabo Bester prison break pretrial gets a new date
The Thabo Bester pretrial was postponed to a new date, following an eventful day in court, on Wednesday. Here’s what you must know.