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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SAMWU protests: Tshwane workers clash with riot police [video]
SAMWU protests turned violent when disgruntled Tshwane City workers clashed with riot police, and the entire encounter was caught on camera.
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Eskom takes over ‘non-compliant’ City of Ekurhuleni loadshedding schedule
Eskom announced its decision to take over the City of Ekurhuleni’s loadshedding schedule. Here’s everything you must know.
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Khaya Ngcatshe testimony at Senzo Meyiwa trial: Here’s what he said
The Senzo Meyiwa trial continues with new testimony from the State’s latest witness, Khaya Ngcatshe, the Khumalo sisters’ neighbour.
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Advocate Mshololo crumbles on final cross-examination as Zandie Khumalo completes testimony
Advocate Zandile Mshololo produced a lacklustre performance on her final cross-examination of Zandie Khumalo.
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UJ Kingsway bus accident: At least 70 passengers injured in horror crash
A bus accident at the UJ Kingsway campus left more than 70 passengers injured. Here is everything we know at this time.
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VIP Protection Unit court watch: Here’s everything you must know
Eight officers of the infamous VIP Protection Unit appeared in court for several serious charges, on Monday. Here’s everything you must know.
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Johannesburg rocked by tremor on Saturday, 22 July 2023: Here’s everything we know
A tremor rocked parts of Johannesburg at approximately 19:00 on Saturday, 22 July 2023. Here’s everything we know.
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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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Police Launch Manhunt for Suspects Behind Brazen Robbery Attempt at Pretoria SAPS Office
A manhunt is underway in search of 12 suspects who brazenly attempted a robbery at the SAPS forensic office in Pretoria, on Sunday.
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Soweto e-hailing shutdown: Here’s why there are no Uber, Bolt services on Monday, 17 July 2023
Soweto was without Bolt and Uber services on Monday, 17 July 2023, due to a temporary shutdown. Here’s what you must know.
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Pretoria man loses R42 million Lotto jackpot appeal over this technicality
Alex Magagula claimed that he had purchased a Lotto ticket and won the R42 million jackpot on 9 September 2016.
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Johannesburg water shutdown: Residents advised to heed these warnings’
Following the successful completion of a planned water shutdown, Johannesburg residents are advised to take heed of these warnings.
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Pretoria car accident: Two killed, multiple injured in Delmas Road pile-on
A multi-vehicle pile-on claimed two lives and left six others injured on Delmas Road, Pretoria, on Friday morning.
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Truck attacks: Freight CCTV captures harrowing ambush [video]
This driver survived a harrowing encounter with one of the insurgents behind the recent wave of truck attacks.
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VIP Protection Unit victims gun for R1 million lawsuit
Victims of the VIP Protection Unit are preparing to take legal action against SAPS for damages amounting to R1 million.
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Mia Kühn cause of death revealed: Here’s everything we know
The family of Mia Kühn, a 16-year-old student at Hoërskool Garsfontein, revealed details about the pupil’s cause of death.
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Chef’s Warehouse waitress fired for not pooling R150 tip
Johannesburg Labour Court has upheld a CCMA ruling that her dismissal was fair and correct
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R1.5m cocaine shipment intercepted at OR Tambo International Airport
Police intercepted a significant cocaine shipment with an estimated street value of R1.5 million at OR Tambo International Airport.
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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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Garsfontein police puzzled about mystery school death as tributes pour in
Garsfontein police are still grappling with the perplexing question of how Mia Kühn gained entry into the school premises.
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VIP Protection unit involved in N1 Fourways assault suspended
Paul Mashatile’s VIP protection unit embroiled in the viral N1 Fourways assault video, was suspended. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Sifiso Mkhwanazi: Accused serial killer faces additional rape charge
Sifiso Mkhwanazi, accused of being the serial killer behind the gory deaths of six Joburg sex workers, faces an additional rape charge.
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N1 Fourways assault video: Police launch internal investigation [video]
The N1 Fourways assault video is the subject of an internal investigation after SAPS confirmed the perpetrators were policemen.
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New tech centre launched in Centurion for SMMEs
Located at the SITA Centurion offices, the tech centre provides facilities to South African innovators and SMMEs.
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Diepsloot protests: Three suspects arrested in chaotic riots [video]
Diepsloot protests escalated on Thursday, 29 June 2023, as three rioters were arrested for public violence.