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.
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Nicolway Mall jewellery store taken down in brazen heist
Armed men robbed Bryanston Jewellers at Nicolway Mall, Sandton, firing shots as they fled. Here are the latest updates.
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Boardwalk Village fire: Dead body and reports of a fight before the blaze
A woman’s body was found in the aftermath of the Boardwalk Village fire, with reports of a fight in the apartment before the blaze. Here’s what we know.
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Boardwalk Urban Village Midrand complex gutted by fire
A fire broke out at the Boardwalk Urban Village complex in Midrand, affecting around 130 apartments. Here’s everything we know so far.
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3.0 magnitude tremor rattles Doornkop: Here are the latest updates
A 3.0 magnitude tremor was felt near Doornkop, Gauteng, on Tuesday evening. Here’s everything we know about the seismic event.
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Pretoria township devastated by fire
By the time the fire was brought under control over 800 homes were destroyed affecting about 2,600 residents.
Crime
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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Mugg & Bean Menlyn worker caught hiding in fridge during raid
Authorities raided Mugg and Bean Menlyn, arresting several undocumented workers, with one employee found hiding in a fridge to avoid detection.
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TANG Sandton restaurant clears the air on explosive raid
TANG restaurant in Sandton has addressed claims of exploitation and compliance issues after a raid that resulted in arrests. Here’s what the restaurant had to say.
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Senzo Meyiwa murder trial: How to watch live in South Africa [video]
All eyes are on the Pretoria High Court as the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes.
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Tang restaurant Sandton workers expose slave-like work conditions
Tang restaurant in Sandton faces scrutiny after a raid exposed alleged exploitative work conditions, with employees claiming they are underpaid and work long hours.
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Babel restaurant raid is the first of many, Labour Dept warns
A TikTok video exposing unfair labour practices at Babel restaurant in Menlyn prompted a raid that led to three arrests.
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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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Watch: Dishevelled ex ‘Yizo Yizo’ star Sindi Majola spotted in Joburg streets [video]
Former Yizo Yizo star Sindi Majola was seen in a dishevelled state in Johannesburg, sharing her emotional story of losing everything.
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Roman’s Pizza clears the air about Mayfield Square scandal
Roman’s Pizza faces a public backlash after a video showed employees allegedly reusing pizza boxes at the Mayfield Square branch.
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Eskom seizes Emfuleni municipality’s four bank accounts over R8bn debt
Eskom freezes Emfuleni Municipality’s bank accounts over R8bn debt, impacting service delivery. Here’s what it means and Eskom’s larger debt challenges.
Crime
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer bail denied: Here’s the latest
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer, Bafana Mahungela, lost his bail bid after presenting new evidence in court.
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Johannesburg Country Club cause of fire still under investigation [video]
A fire broke out at Johannesburg Country Club on Tuesday, causing extensive damage. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Gauteng Health Dept rubbishes Tom London’s ‘horror’ hospital experience
Tom London spent 14 days in the facility, during which time, the department asserts, he received “adequate clinical care” before discharging himself on Saturday.
Crime
Armand Swart murder linked to Transnet tender fraud
New developments reveal the murder of Armand Swart is linked to Transnet tender fraud.
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Gauteng SAPS lauded after killing six cash-in-transit robbers
Six suspects involved in a Germiston cash-in-transit robbery were killed during a shootout with police.
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Tshwane EFF member killed in front of her son over RDP dispute
A Tshwane EFF member was shot and killed in front of her son over an RDP dispute.
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Two SAPS officers killed in horror Vosloorus house robbery
The officers were in Vosloorus to pick up a colleague when they encountered a robbery in progress at a neighbour’s house.
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Survivors mark anniversary of tragic Marshalltown fire
100 people gather at Usindiso building to light candles.
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Mamelodi residents threaten relocated flood victims
The Nellmapius Extension 4 residents say they weren’t consulted about the move and demand that the flood victims be removed in three months.
Events
Ways to travel to Springboks vs All Blacks and roads to avoid
To manage the influx of fans and ensure smooth traffic flow around Emirates Airline Park, several road closures will be in place from 22:00 on Friday to 22:00 on Saturday, 31 August 2024.
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Hamilton Ndlovu luxury car fleet goes on auction
Today’s auction, while a spectacle of wealth and power, was a poignant cautionary tale of how quickly fortunes can turn when built on unethical foundations.
Crime
Accused Joburg serial robber caught with cloned SAPS patrol vehicle
A suspected serial robber linked to the notorious blue lights gang was arrested in Walkerville with a cloned SAPS patrol vehicle.
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Watch: Shots fired in East Rand Mall jewellery store heist [video]
A group of armed suspects stormed a jewellery store inside East Ran Mall, leading to a chaotic scene that included gunfire.
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Can you spell the word that decided this Joburg Spelling Bee competition?
Dozens of learners from inner-city schools competed in the 2nd Windybrow Arts Centre Spelling Bee competition.