South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 9 October 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Wednesday, 9 October 2024.
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International
Cissy Houston dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Cissy Houston, who had been battling Alzheimer’s disease in recent years, died peacefully at her residence in New Jersey.
Viral
Hurricane Milton: Category 5 storm set to make landfall in Florida
Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm, is expected to make landfall in Florida, prompting evacuations due to severe storm surge and winds of 290 km/h.
Lifestyle
Loadshedding schedule starting Monday, 7 October 2024
Here’s the loadshedding outlook for this week.
Crime
Eastern Cape police make breakthrough in Lusikisiki mass shooting
Three suspects in the Lusikisiki mass shooting that killed 18 people have been arrested. A fourth suspect is still at large. Court appearance set for Monday.
Cape Town Buzz
Thousands in Cape Town and Johannesburg protest against Israel’s year of massacres
Calls for Israel to be isolated, as South Africa was during apartheid
Crime
Nkosinathi Phakathi slapped with 42 life sentences for serial assault
Nkosinathi Phakathi, a serial rapist, was sentenced to 42 life terms for assaulting women and children in Ekurhuleni between 2012 and 2021.
International
DDG confirms Halle Bailey break up: Here’s what he said
DDG confirms his breakup with actress Halle Bailey, bringing an end to their high-profile relationship following months of speculation.
Technology
StarSat goes dark after raids at South Africa broadcast station
StarSat went offline after ICASA raided its Midrand office due to a licensing issue. The company is pursuing legal options to restore services.
Local
Solly Moholo dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Gospel legend Solly Moholo has passed away following a hospital battle. Here’s a look at his biography, cause of death, and tributes.
Lifestyle
Loadshedding schedule starting Monday, 30 September 2024
Here’s the loadshedding outlook for this week.
News
South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 29 September 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following warnings and advisories for Sunday, 29 September 2024:
News
South Africa weather forecast for Saturday, 28 September 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Saturday, 21
September 2024.
International
Cardi B confirms Offset’s wild cheating accusation
Cardi B admits to cheating on Offset while pregnant in a shocking Instagram Live exchange. Get the full scoop on their heated back-and-forth and what’s next for the couple.
Lifestyle
Petrol price forecast for October 2024: Here’s what motorists should expect
South African motorists could see lower petrol prices in October 2024, but rising global oil prices might limit the drop. Here’s the full outlook.
Technology
Elon Musk reacts to meeting Cyril Ramaphosa in New York
Elon Musk has previously mentioned that Starlink is “waiting for regulatory approval” in South Africa, suggesting that policy hurdles, particularly around the Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) requirements, may be a significant factor delaying Starlink’s entry into the market.
News
South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 25 September 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Wednesday, 25 September 2024.
Viral
Jan Braai clears the air on alleged racist boerie giveaway
Jan Braai responded to allegations of racism at a boerewors giveaway event, clarifying the situation and denying claims that people of colour were excluded.
Lifestyle
Heritage Day: Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of South Africa’s Culture and Traditions
Today, Heritage Day encourages South Africans to embrace and celebrate their cultural diversity and to reflect on their shared history.
News
South Africa weather forecast for Tuesday, 24 September 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Tuesday, 24 September 2024:
News
Using carbon dating to stop elephant and rhino poaching
But even a controlled ivory trade may send the wrong message.
Lifestyle
Loadshedding schedule starting Monday, 23 September 2024
Here’s the loadshedding outlook for this week.
News
Thabo Bester and hundreds of other prisoners kept in unlawful conditions, says inspectorate
The report argues that solitary confinement is a form of torture.
News
State of police college shocks Parliamentary committee
Allegations of corruption, criminality, and dilapidated facilities greet the Portfolio Committee on Police
News
Snow in KZN: Roads to avoid as inclement weather intensifies
Snowfall in KZN has caused road closures and dangerous driving conditions. Here’s a list of routes affected by the weather and areas to avoid.
News
Heavy snow expected in KZN on Saturday: Here’s what you must know
Heavy snow has already covered parts of KZN, with more snowfall expected on Saturday. Residents are urged to take precautions as the cold weather continues.
Crime
Crucial suspect in Cape construction mafia case killed in alleged hit
Abdul Kader Davids, a suspect in the Cape construction mafia case, was killed in an alleged hit after posting bail. Police believe the shooting is linked to the case.
News
South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 20 September 2024
The SA Weather Service (SAWS) has issued the following weather warnings and advisories for Friday, 20 September 2024.
International
‘The Fyre Festival of reality TV’ – Insiders drop bombshells about Mr Beast’s show on Amazon
Insiders claim Mr Beast’s Amazon reality show was chaotic, with unsafe conditions and shocking accusations. Here’s everything you need to know.
International
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been arrested: Here’s everything we know
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has been arrested on charges related to an ongoing sex trafficking investigation. Here’s everything we know about his arrest and the lawsuits he faces.