Thabang Makwetla released on R10,000 bail over Bosasa graft charges
Former Deputy Minister Thabang Makwetla has been granted R10,000 bail after being charged with fraud and corruption linked to Bosasa security upgrades.
Crime
News
French police probe Nathi Mthethwa’s cause of death as nation mourns ex-minister
South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, has died in Paris at 58, with French police probing the cause as tributes pour in.
News
Julius Malema set to be sentenced in firearms case: Here’s how he reacted
Julius Malema has been found guilty in his firearms case, saying he is unafraid of prison and will appeal the ruling after his January 2026 sentencing.
News
Petrol prices in South Africa: How much it costs to fill a tank in October 2025
Petrol prices in South Africa increased in October 2025, with 95 unleaded rising by 8 cents per litre and motorists paying more to refuel their vehicles.
Cape Town Buzz
High-level SAPS operation linked to R1.6 billion tender fraud rocks City of Cape Town
Police launched a second major search-and-seizure operation into alleged R1.6 billion City of Cape Town tender fraud, raiding 26 sites.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
Get the official Daily Lotto results today for Tuesday, 30 September 2025. Winning numbers, payouts, jackpot updates, and number trends explained.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s PowerBall results and payouts: Tuesday, 30 September 2025
PowerBall results today for Tuesday, 30 September 2025. Check payouts, jackpot updates, and predictions of numbers to watch in the next draw.
News
South Africa petrol prices: Here’s how much a litre will cost from Wednesday, 1 October 2025
South Africa petrol prices rise slightly from 1 October 2025, with diesel, paraffin, and LPGas dropping. Here’s how much a litre will cost.
International
Doja Cat is coming to South Africa in 2025 – Here’s what you need to know
Doja Cat is set to headline Hey Neighbour 2025, marking her first official visit to South Africa — the birthplace of her father, Dumisani Dlamini.
Events
Hey Neighbour 2025 Festival cancelled: Here’s everything you must know
The Hey Neighbour Festival has officially been cancelled for 2025, with organisers promising a return in 2026 and refunds available for ticket holders.
News
Weather in South Africa: SAWS forecasts above-average rainfall this summer
The South African weather summer forecast shows hotter-than-usual conditions and above-normal rainfall, with flooding risks in some areas.
News
Watch: Julius Malema ruling in firearms case expected today [video]
Julius Malema is set to hear judgment in his long-running firearms trial today, after the case was postponed on Monday for the magistrate to finish reading her ruling.
News
Watch live: Dumisani Khumalo resumes testimony on Day 9 of Madlanga Commission
Dumisani Khumalo continues testimony at the Madlanga Commission, expanding on claims of a criminal cartel infiltrating politics and police.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Monday, 29 September 2025
Find the official Daily Lotto results today for Monday, 29 September 2025. Winning numbers, payouts, jackpot update, and predictions based on number trends.
News
What’s the weather in South Africa? — Here’s the forecast for Tuesday, 30 September 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 30 September 2025 – Isolated rain in the northeast, hot and windy in the west. Fire warnings and disruptive rainfall in Limpopo.
News
Political parties call for criminal prosecution in Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal
Political parties are demanding swift prosecutions after the Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal revealed that syndicates looted more than R2 billion meant for patient care.
News
Pretoria Main Road closed off due to flooding: Here’s the latest
The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has temporarily closed Pretoria Main Road at the corner of Watt Avenue in Region E after flooding caused by a blocked stormwater inlet.
News
Ramaphosa launches inquiry to determine Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office
President Cyril Ramaphosa has set up an independent inquiry to decide if Andrew Chauke is fit to remain in office after serious allegations were raised against him.
Crime
SIU probe into Tembisa Hospital exposes R2 billion fraud scheme linked to Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala
he Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has uncovered shocking corruption at Tembisa Hospital, revealing that three powerful syndicates – including one tied to businessman Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala – looted over R2 billion meant for healthcare.
News
Patriotic Alliance to hold crunch talks with ANC over Kenny Kunene reinstatement
The Patriotic Alliance has warned it could collapse coalition governments if Kenny Kunene is not reinstated as Johannesburg’s transport MMC, with talks scheduled with the ANC on Tuesday.
News
Who is Dumisani Khumalo? – SAPS crime intelligence boss testifies at Madlanga Commission [video]
Lieutenant General Dumisani Khumalo, head of SAPS Crime Intelligence, takes the stand at the Madlanga Commission.
News
Watch live: Julius Malema faces judgment on firearm discharge case [video]
The East London Magistrate’s Court is today delivering judgment in the trial of EFF leader Julius Malema, accused of firing a rifle at the party’s 5th anniversary rally in 2018.
Crime
Khayelitsha police on high alert amid rising cases of suspected mob justice
Four men were brutally killed in Khayelitsha’s Enkandla informal settlement in suspected mob justice attacks.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Sunday, 28 September 2025
Check the official Daily Lotto results today for Sunday, 28 September 2025. Winning numbers, payouts, jackpot for tomorrow, plus insights into number trends.
News
What’s the weather in South Africa? — Here’s the forecast for Monday, 29 September 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 29 September 2025 – Expect storms, flooding and rain across several provinces, with a yellow level 4 warning in KwaZulu-Natal.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Lotto results and payouts: Saturday, 27 September 2025
Lotto results today for Saturday, 27 September 2025. Get tonight’s winning numbers, payout updates, draw trends and advice on responsible play.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Saturday, 27 September 2025
Get the official Daily Lotto results today for Saturday, 27 September 2025. Winning numbers, payouts, jackpot update, predictions, and responsible play guide.
News
What’s the weather in South Africa? — Here’s the forecast for Sunday, 28 September 2025
South Africa weather forecast: 28 September 2025 – Severe storms in KZN and Free State. Widespread thundershowers and localised flooding expected.
Events
Springboks vs Australia: Team news, how to watch, score prediction
With just two rounds left in the Rugby Championship, the Springboks vs Australia clash in Durban this weekend is set to play a major role in deciding who lifts the trophy.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Friday, 26 September 2025
Check the Daily Lotto results today for Friday, 26 September 2025. Get winning numbers, jackpot details, predictions, and advice on responsible play.