Teboho Mokoena fans threaten to boycott Puma: Here’s what we know
Teboho Mokoena fans are leading calls for a Puma boycott after reports surfaced claiming the retail brand is planning to sever ties with the player.
Viral
News
DR Congo war: SANDF soldiers killed in mortar bomb attack
Two SANDF soldiers were killed in a mortar bomb attack that targeted a South African continent military base in Eastern Congo.
Cape Town Buzz
MyCiti bus fire causes traffic congestion on N2 highway [video]
A MyCiti bus that caught fire on the N2 inbound highway.
Viral
Kansas City Chiefs parade disrupted by shooting [video]
Kansas City Chiefs’ parade was disrupted by a shooting that broke out near Union Station. Here’s everything we know.
International
Muudea ‘Twomad’ Sedik dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Despite his rising fame, Twomad remained a figure shrouded in mystery and controversy.
International
Steve Wright dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Radio legend Steve Wright’s legacy lives on, as tributes flow for the man who brought laughter and music to millions.
Crime
Tinus van Lingan murder: How a Pretoria man was abducted by fake police officers.
Tinus van Lingan was kidnapped and murdered by suspects masquerading as SAPS officers. Here’s how police cracked the case.
Viral
Watch: Teboho Mokoena gushes over Malema: ‘He’s my favourite president in the country’ [video]
Bafana Bafana attacker Teboho Mokoena lauded Julius Malema as his ‘favourite president’, a remark that sparked mixed reactions.
Viral
Sea of red greets Bafana Bafana at OR Tambo Airport [video]
Bafana Bafana were met by a sea of red at OR Tambo International Airport, on Wednesday, including EFF leader Julius Malema.
News
Theuns du Toit trial date set for ‘racist’ urine scandal
The Theuns du Toit trial unfolds against the backdrop of disturbing revelations at Stellenbosch University, specifically within its Wilgenhof men’s residence.
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ANC MP Sylvia Lucas shrugs off loadshedding – ‘It’s not the end of the world’ [video]
ANC MP Sylvia Lucas did her party no favours when, during an impassioned speech at the SONA Debate, she claimed loadshedding “is not the end of the world.”
Local
Aletta Bezuidenhout dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Aletta Bezuidenhout died peacefully in the presence of her two sons.
Crime
Richards Bay procurement executive killed in drive-by shooting
A man in his 50s, believed to be a prominent Richards Bay procurement executive, was viciously killed in a drive-by shooting, on Monday.
News
Peanut butter recall: House of Natural Butters ordered to remove products from shelf
The peanut butter recall was triggered by the discovery of aflatoxin levels surpassing the legally permissible limits.
Viral
Sir Richard Branson appears ‘chummy’ after bloody cycling accident
Sir Richard Branson’s bike brakes failed at a crucial moment, leading to a collision that could have ended in tragedy were it not for his helmet and quick thinking.
News
ANC’s ‘step-aside’ rule under scrutiny amid Paul Mashatile corruption scandal
The corruption dossier delivered to Ramaphosa by the DA details a narrative of deep-seated corruption and state capture, purportedly involving Paul Mashatile over nearly two decades.
Crime
Watch: Ethekwini taxi rams into Metro Police officer after defying orders [video]
A taxi driver was caught on CCTV the moment he rammed into an Ethekwini Metro Police officer outside Moorton Shopping Centre, on Tuesday.
News
World Radio Day: Here’s why the airwaves are still crucial for music promotion in South Africa
On World Radio Day, we explore why the airwaves are still an indispensable outlet for a South African artist’s financial ecosystem.
Viral
Flysafair lauded for making emergency landing to save a passenger’s life
A Flysafair passenger lives another day thanks to the heroics of pilots who made an emergency landing at the perfect time.
Cape Town Buzz
JG Meiring High School resumes classes a day after stabbing incident
JG Meiring High School reopens a day after a Grade 11 pupil was stabbed.
Cape Town Buzz
City of Cape Town launches ‘Cash for Power’ program: Here’s how to apply
Cape Town pioneers with ‘Cash for Power,’ echoing the UK’s green strides. How can your solar surplus boost the grid and your wallet? Details inside.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town dam levels report for Monday, 12 February 2024
This week, Western Cape dam levels recorded a 1.8% drop, with average water consumption lower at 980 million litres per day.
Crime
Groblersdal ‘racist’ attack: Pieter Groenewald and son denied bail
Denied bail, Pieter Groenewald and Stephen Greef will remain in prison until their next court appearance in mid-March.
Crime
Lakewood Church shooting: Here’s what we know about the suspect
A suspect was killed after opening fire indiscriminately at Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church, on Sunday. Here’s what we know about the shooter.
International
Kelvin Kiptum dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Kelvin Kiptum’s relentless pursuit of excellence saw him setting three of the seven fastest marathons ever recorded, earning him a revered spot in the annals of marathon running.
Crime
American guest killed in stabbing incident at Green Point backpackers
An American tourist was fatally stabbed at a Green Point backpackers’ lodge. A 27-year-old suspect was arrested and charged with murder.
News
SANRAL set to enforce 6.25% toll tariff hike soon: Here’s what you must know
Coupled with the toll tariff hike, this creates a compounded impact on the daily expenditures of South Africans.
News
SIU gets greenlight to probe corruption and fraud at Northern Cape Economic Development Agency
The SIU’s investigation into NCEDA is not just limited to contract procurement but extends to salary adjustments lacking proper authorisation and any unauthorised, irregular, or fruitless expenditure.
Travel
South Africa’s new short-term visa extension rule could force tourists out of the country on this date
Tourists who arrived in October and November 2023 could be forced to leave the country by the end of the month if they don’t get their visa extensions approved by Friday, 23 February 2024.
News
Ennerdale service delivery protests disrupt traffic: Here’s the latest [video]
Service delivery protests that broke out in Ennerdale, JHB, on Monday, 12 February 2024, have affected the following routes.