Marlboro Drive traffic halted by fiery protests [video]
Traffic on Marlboro Drive was halted by fiery protests on Thursday, as unrest continued from the previous night.
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Braamfontein reeks of trash as Pikitup protests surge
Braamfontein and surrounding areas in Johannesburg have been littered with waste as part-time Pikitup workers continue their protests, on Monday.
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City Power outage affects these areas on Friday, 24 May 2024
City Power reported a widespread outage affecting several areas on Friday, 24 May 2024. Here’s the latest.
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City Power outage will affect these areas on Sunday, 26 May 2024
The City of Johannesburg has announced a scheduled power outage on Sunday, 26 May 2024, from 06:00 to 14:00, affecting these areas.
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Gauteng sets aside R45 million to reopen Johannesburg City Library in 2025
The city has begun the procurement process to appoint service providers who will handle these critical upgrades.
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N12 West highway crash forces full closure near Edenvale exit [video]
A major crash on the N12 West near the Edenvale exit has forced a full highway closure, with law enforcement redirecting traffic.
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Pikitup strike rages on Monday, 20 May 2024: Here are the routes to avoid
The Pikitup strike continues on Monday, 20 May 2024, causing significant disruptions. Here are the routes to avoid due to the ongoing protest.
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Pikitup protests: Contract workers tired of paying R5,000 bribe for jobs
Pikitup employees leading protests in Randburg claim they have to fork out R5,000 in bribes to retain permanent employment.
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Alexandra protests disrupt traffic on Thursday, 16 May 2024: Here’s what you must know
The unrest in Alexandra surfaces a day after Pikitup employees wreaked havoc in centre city Johannesburg.
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Joburg CBD protests: Here are the latest updates on Wednesday, 15 May 2024
Protests erupted in the Joburg CBD on Wednesday, with streets blocked off by piles of rubbish. Here’s what we know.
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M1 fire repair work: Power outage earmarked for these Braamfontein streets
Repair efforts following a fire on the M1 will lead to temporary power outages in several Braamfontein streets, on Monday.
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M1 highway power restoration means these areas are still without electricity
After a cable theft-induced fire under the M1 highway, power restoration efforts continue, leaving certain areas without electricity.
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SAA relaunches direct flights from JHB to Perth
South African Airways (SAA) has resumed direct flights between Johannesburg (JHB) and Perth (PER). Here’s what you must know.
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Joburg areas affected by power outages on Saturday, 27 April 2024
Several areas in Johannesburg experienced unexpected power outages on Saturday, 27 April 2024. Here are the latest updates.
Crime
Wits University clarifies details about student killed in Braamfontein shooting
Wits University, in a statement, clarified no students or staff were fatally injured in the brazen Braamfontein shooting.
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Multiple killed in Braamfontein shooting – Here’s what we know [video]
A deadly Braamfontein shooting claimed multiple lives and injured two university students in Johannesburg, on Thursday afternoon.
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Sea of red greets Bafana Bafana at OR Tambo Airport [video]
Bafana Bafana were met by a sea of red at OR Tambo International Airport, on Wednesday, including EFF leader Julius Malema.
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Watch: Armed security reportedly killed in Carlton Centre cash-in-transit heist [video]
Two guards were shot during a money truck takedown at Carlton Centre.
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State moves forward with Hildegard Steenkamp assets auction
The ill-gotten assets of Hildegard Steenkamp, which include an array of luxury possessions, will go on auction soon. Here’s what you must know.
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Chevonne Rusch: Mom killer and fiancé sentencing rescheduled – Here’s the latest
The sentencing of Chevonne Rusch’s mom has been deferred to early March.
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3.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Johannesburg on Tuesday, 6 February 2024
Recorded at a shallow depth of 5km, the earthquake, though light, was widely felt in Johannesburg.
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Watch: Another building fire in Johannesburg CBD [video]
Fire engulfs a building in Johannesburg CBD, with fire and rescue services on the scene.
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Marshalltown fire: Here’s what we know about the suspect
The Marshalltown fire suspect, a 29-year-old man, was arrested after admitting to starting the blaze in the Usindiso building, claiming 76 lives.
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British Airways pilot kidnapped while shopping in Johannesburg
A British Airways pilot was kidnapped and tortured during a shopping trip on a Johannesburg stopover. Here’s everything we know.
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This picture has South Africans convinced Drake is in Johannesburg
Web sleuths are convinced Drake is in Johannesburg, South Africa. Here is what our research uncovered.
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Fourways and these areas will be out of electricity from Thursday, 21 December 2023
Residents in Fourways and neighbouring areas, brace yourselves for a day of ‘unplugged’ living as Eskom announces a power outage for essential maintenance on Thursday.
Events
Road closures to look out for ahead of Ride Joburg Cycle Challenge
Motorists are advised to take heed of the road closures in place ahead of the Joburg Cycle Challenge on Sunday, 19 November 2023.
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Watch: Fire engulfs shops at Jeppe and Polly streets in Joburg CBD [video]
Eight shops in Jeppe, Joburg CBD, were engulfed in a fire, with no injuries reported. This incident adds to the rising concerns about fire safety in the CBD.
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Suspects behind Sindisiwe Chikunga N3 robbery still at large: Here’s everything we know
The search for the suspects involved in the robbery of Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga continues.
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2023 Soweto Marathon: Here are the road closures to take note of
The 2023 Soweto Marathon, a cherished athletic event, will cause extensive road closures throughout Johannesburg on Sunday.