What caused Brandvlei Prison fire? – Here’s everything we know
The Brandvlei Prison fire was contained with no casualties recorded. Here’s everything we know.
Cape Town Buzz
News
Phoenix Highway car crash leaves one dead, multiple injured
A tragic car crash on the Phoenix Highway, near Industrial Park Drive, claimed one life and left several victims injured.
News
Brakpan spaza shops on edge after Grade 1 girl dies from food poisoning
Brakpan spaza shops are under immense pressure over the death of a Grade 1 pupil who died after consuming biscuits sold by a foreign merchant.
Viral
Nigerians in SA reportedly warned of xenophobic attacks ahead of AFCON 2023 clash
A statement doing the rounds on social media warns Nigerians in South Africa of possible xenophobic attacks ahead of Wednesday’s AFCON 2023 clash.
Health for Dummies
Functional fitness: Training for real-life activities
Embrace functional fitness to navigate the demands of daily life with ease. This article unveils the essence of training tailored to enhance your ability to perform real-life activities, ensuring you’re ready for anything life throws your way.
Lifestyle
Petrol prices: Here’s how much a litre will cost from Wednesday, 7 February 2024
February petrol prices are in, and they’re sure to make your engine sputter.
Viral
Viral ‘Spar lady’ suicide rumours are fake news, sources confirm
With opinions divided on the morality of leaking a person’s nudes online, rumours quickly spread that the ‘Spar lady’, distraught from the shame of going viral for such reasons, had taken her own life.
International
Drake sends the internet into an uproar with alleged nudes leak
The video doing the rounds on social media reportedly shows Drake toying with his own anatomy. Was Adam22 right all along?
Cape Town Buzz
Here’s how many fire incidents Cape Town recorded this summer
Cape Town fire incidents increase 12% from the previous year and set a record for the most hectic period in the last four years.
Cape Town Buzz
SONA 2024: Cape Town road closures to take note of
The following road closures will be in place in Cape Town ahead of SONA 2024. Bus services will also be affected.
Local
Edwin Sodi walls cave in as legal pressure mounts
Edwin Sodi’s financial affairs, made public by his ostentatious lifestyle, attracted the wrong kind of attention.
Crime
West Indies cricketer, Fabian Allen, robbed at Sandton hotel
West Indies cricketer, Fabian Allen, was robbed outside an upscale hotel in Sandton, on Monday.
News
King Charles III diagnosed with cancer: Who’s next in line to accede to the throne?
King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis brings to the forefront discussions about the royal line of succession.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town dam levels report for Monday, 5 February 2024
This week, Western Cape dam levels recorded a 1.9% drop, with average water consumption lower at 1.01 billion litres.
Crime
Deadly Dobsonville cash-in-transit caught on camera [video]
The police’s decisive action not only prevented the heist but also led to the recovery of an R5 rifle, three AK47s, and three vehicles.
Cape Town Buzz
Water restrictions set for these Cape Town areas starting Tuesday, 6 February 2024
The City has apologised for any inconvenience caused, which is a polite way of saying, ‘Sorry for the dry skin and dirty dishes in advance.’
Lifestyle
Lotto results: Here are all the payouts for Saturday, 3 February 2024
Here’s a look at Saturday’s Lotto payouts.
Lifestyle
Daily Lotto results: Here are the payouts for Saturday, 3 February 2024
Here are all the payouts from Saturday’s Daily Lotto jackpot.
Lifestyle
Valentine’s Day investments: How global elections impact your finances
Discover how global elections can influence your finances and investment strategies around Valentine’s Day.
News
Watch: Another building fire in Johannesburg CBD [video]
Fire engulfs a building in Johannesburg CBD, with fire and rescue services on the scene.
Crime
Ongratile Moreki: Free State police escalate search for missing Welkom Gymnasium High pupil
Free State police and the Welkom community are intensifying efforts to find Ongratile Moreki, a 16-year-old high school pupil last seen a week ago.
International
Carl Weathers dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Carl Weathers, known for his roles in ‘Rocky’ and ‘The Mandalorian,’ has died at 76.
News
Weather warnings to heed ahead of voter registration weekend
As South Africa prepares for the IEC voter registration weekend, the weather forecast suggests a mix of sunshine and storms.
Technology
Tinder man gets engaged to woman suggested by ChatGPT
Tinder man Alexander Zhadan used ChatGPT to sift through 5 239 matches, finding his soulmate Karina Imranovna.
Lifestyle
Romantic real estate: Best cities for couples to invest in 2024
Discover the top cities for couples to invest in real estate in 2024, combining romantic charm with savvy investment opportunities.
Technology
US couple blames Google for Cape Town robbery in explosive lawsuit
Jason and Katharine Zoladz, a US couple that was robbed in Cape Town, blames Google for routing them to Nyanga, in an explosive lawsuit.
Crime
Sifiso Mkhwanazi: 22-year-old serial killer admits to six murders
Sifiso Mkhwanazi has admitted to the murders of six sex workers, revealing a chilling spree of violence.
Cape Town Buzz
Fire-ravaged Khayelitsha Library closed indefinitely
Khayelitsha Library is closed indefinitely after a fire, sparked by an explosion in the server room, wreaked havoc.
News
Home Affairs extends weekend operating hours: Here’s what you must know
The Department of Home Affairs extends its weekend operating hours for ID collection ahead of Voter Registration Weekend.
Crime
Golden Highway cash-in-transit: Police launch manhunt for brazen robbers
Gauteng police are on the hunt for suspects behind a daring cash-in-transit heist on the Golden Highway.