Methane gas identified as cause of Joburg CBD explosion
An investigation determined that methane gas was the cause of the deadly Johannesburg explosion that rocked the CBD in July.
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Roodepoort sinkhole linked to illegal mining [video]
A gaping sinkhole affected Roodepoort traffic on Wednesday, and early indications suggest it was caused by illegal mining in the region.
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Kempton Park gas explosion: Here’s everything we know
A gas explosion left one victim injured at a refrigerator factory in Kempton Park, on Friday. Here is everything we know.
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Johannesburg explosion: City of Joburg points to three possible causes
City officials believe there are three likely causes behind the deadly Johannesburg gas explosion. Here’s what you must know.
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Watch: Exact moment deadly Johannesburg explosion caught on CCTV [video]
The Johannesburg CBD was rocked by a devastating explosion on Wednesday evening, and CCTV footage released on Thursday reveals the harrowing moment of the incident. Johannesburg explosion: Cause of deadly blast still unknown The explosion, which took place on Lilian Ngoyi Street, caused chaos and resulted in one fatality and 48 injuries. The Terrifying Blast The CCTV footage shows the sheer force of the explosion as taxis were lifted into the air by the impact, leaving bystanders in a state of panic and terror. Terrified pedestrians scrambled for cover, seeking safety from the unexpected disaster. Uncertainty Surrounding the Cause As authorities investigate the incident, the exact cause of the explosion remains unknown. Gauteng Premier
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Johannesburg gas line explosion: Nine injured, these roads affected
What was initially believed to be a gas line explosion in JHB CBD left at least nine people injured. Here’s everything we know.
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Boksburg gas leak ‘a tragedy’, Premier Lesufi reacts
The Boksburg gas leak comes just six months after a gas tanker exploded – killing at least 40 people in the same area.
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Boksburg gas leak: Mass deaths linked to nitrate oxide
The Boksburg gas leak that caused mass deaths on Wednesday, may have been caused by nitrate oxide. Here’s what we know.
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AI-generated image of ‘fake’ Pentagon bombing affects stocks
The image of the fake Pentagon bombing spread rapidly across various social media accounts, triggering a brief dip in the stock market.
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Limpopo ATM bombing syndicate arrested: Here’s everything we know
The arrest of these suspects comes after a spate of business robberies, specifically targeting filling stations in the Capricorn, Sekhukhune, and Mopani districts.
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Nhlanhla Lux survives alleged home bombing [video]
Nhlanhla Lux claims the EFF are behind the alleged bombing of his Soweto house.
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Watch: Fuel tanker explosion on N1 between William Nicol and Malibongwe [video]
One person was treated for moderate injuries in the explosion on the N1 highway, between William Nicol and Malibongwe Drive.
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Boksburg explosion: Ekurhuleni City considering legal action
The Boksburg explosion occurred when gas cylinders on the tanker exploded when the driver attempted to drive through a bridge underpass.
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Watch: Boksburg explosion aftermath caught on camera [video]
The Boksburg explosion claimed several lives, including children.
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Thapelo Mnisi: Eskom bomb threat suspect released on bail
Thapelo Mnisi, the man accused of sending bomb threats to Eskom executives, was granted bail on Tuesday.
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Istanbul bombing: Death toll, suspects, latest updates [video]
The Istanbul bombing claimed multiple lives. Here’s what we know.
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Abu Dhabi airport bombing: DIRCO concerned about traveller safety
The Abu Dhabi airport bombing killed three people and injured six.
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Kolonnade Centre evacuated following bomb threat
SAPS’ bomb suwad has cordoned off the area around Kolonnade Centre following a bomb threat.
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Watch: Engen refinery engulfed in flames [video]
Residents on Beach Road are evacuating their homes after an explosion at a nearby Engen refinery .
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Brackenfell academy school shut down after bomb scare:
Protea Heights Academy was successfully evacuated after the Brackenfell school received a bomb threat.
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Massive explosion in Russia: 13 injured in gas station blast [video]
The massive explosion in Russia has claimed no lives. At least 13 people have been injured.
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Watch: Massive explosion takes down a building in Beirut [video]
It is absolute pandemonium in #Beirut after an explosion carrying a 12km shockwave took down the home of former Prime Minister Saad Hariri/.