Ngaqa Primary pupils reportedly rushed to hospital over mass food poisoning
Reports of a mass food poisoning incident at Ngaqa Primary in KZN have surfaced, allegedly linked to snacks bought from a vendor.
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Two foreigners in court over Adidas truck hijacking
Two foreign nationals arrested with 85 pairs of Adidas shoes linked to a truck hijacking in Gauteng. Here’s what we know.
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Namibian woman caught at OR Tambo with cocaine-stashed capsules in her stomach
A Namibian woman was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport with more than 60 cocaine capsules hidden in her stomach.
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Nigerian drug mule caught at OR Tambo Airport with cocaine stashed in airport headphones
A Nigerian drug mule was arrested at OR Tambo Airport with cocaine hidden in airline headphones.
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Gayton McKenzie incites xenophobia with latest claims about spaza shops
Minister Gayton McKenzie’s claims about foreign-run spaza shops selling harmful products raise concerns of inciting xenophobia, amid government plans to regulate the industry.
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Fake US dollars worth R4 million, drugs, and more found in massive Durban CBD raid
During the raids, authorities discovered counterfeit US dollar bills amounting to over R4 million, along with a stash of drugs and other illicit goods.
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Marshalltown fire survivors to launch class action against City of Johannesburg
A year after the tragedy, survivors and families of those who died in the Usindiso building want compensation
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Gayton McKenzie reacts to Dada Morero’s plan to recruit foreign JMPD officers
The recently elected Johannesburg mayor suggested that the JMPD should recruit documented foreign nationals to address language barriers.
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Implications of Home Affairs findings on Chidimma Adetshina’s citizenship
Here, we analyse the potential implications for Chidimma Adetshina, her participation in the 2024 Miss South Africa pageant, and the possible legal consequences.
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Loving life in Mzansi – ‘Libyan 95’ cadets caught on camera vibing to DJ Clock [video]
The video captured the men, who appeared to have two left feet, taking turns to show off their dance moves to a remix of DJ Clock’s D ‘n B Beat song.
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‘Libyan 95’ suspects to be prosecuted in SA: Here’s what we know
The suspects currently do not have any legal representation. The case will be enrolled on the criminal court roll, marking the next phase in the legal process.
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Mpumalanga police stumble on guerrilla ‘Libyan’ military base in White River
A coordinated joint operation was conducted on Friday, leading to the discovery of the base and the subsequent arrests.
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Goodwood correctional facility raided after inmate viral video
The DCS has confirmed that Banks will face disciplinary action for his actions.
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Limpopo police escalate manhunt for Zimbabwean serial killer
Limpopo police have intensified the manhunt for Zimbabwean serial killer Lovemore Musoyi, wanted for over 10 crimes, including murder.
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Klipgat revolt: Mob loots Somali shop over murder of Ethiopian businessman
In response to the murder of Ethiopian businessman Abdullah Abiso, Klipgat residents looted and burned a Somali shop.
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Ottawa delivery biker collapses from poisoned pie
A delivery biker in Ottawa, KZN, collapsed after consuming a poisoned pie allegedly given to him by an ex-colleague.
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Who is Chong Cheng? Accused in Adelaide mass shooting due in court
Chong Cheng, the man accused of the Adelaide mass shooting, is set to appear in court following his arrest while attempting to flee the country.
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Durban police launch manhunt for Asian man involved in mass shooting
Durban police are actively searching for a man involved in a shooting that resulted in one death and three critically injured on Adelaide Tambo Road.
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Kimberley police attacked by Nigerian mob during drug operation
In Kimberley, a police operation to arrest a Nigerian national suspected of drug possession escalated when a mob attacked the officers.
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Mozambican caught with hunting rifle could be in SA illegally, Middelburg court hears
Elias Antonio Macie, a 43-year-old Mozambican national, was caught driving around Middelburg with a hunting rifle in his car.
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Alleged Ethiopian traffickers due back in court: Here are the latest updates
Seventeen Ethiopian nationals and two South Africans were remanded in Middelburg following a brief court appearance over trafficking charges.
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Zama Zamas linked to failed Honingklip ATM bombing
A group of Zama Zamas allegedly botched an ATM bombing in Honingklip, Muldersdrift, where an innocent bystander was shot.
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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.
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M1 highway robbery suspects arrested after dramatic shootout [photo]
Eight robberysuspects linked to the notorious ‘zama mamas’ were arrested after a shootout with JMPD officers on the M1 highway.
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Tsakane riots: Foreign-owned spaza shops targeted after death of Grade 1 pupil
A spaza shopowner, fortunate he was not targeted in the Tsakane riots, watched on helplessly as looters raided his outlet, destroying his entire inventory.
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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.
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Kruger National Park Mugg and Bean in search of undocumented manager over R900 000 theft
A Zimbabwean man is on the run after allegedly defrauding Mugg and Bean in Kruger National Park of close to R900 000.
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Pick n Pay Longmeadow distribution centre under fire over alleged staff revolt [video]
The Pick n Pay Longmeadow distribution centre has come under fire over an alleged staff revolt linked to unfair dismissals.
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Three Somali nationals arrested for operating fake passport factory in Bellville
A significant bust in Bellville by Cape Town police resulted in the arrest of three Somali nationals running a fake passport factory.
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Watch: Somali mob attacks Vereeniging armed security guard [video]
A Somali mob was caught on camera attacking an e-hailer and an armed private security guard. Here’s the latest on the situation.