Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Tuesday, 20 May 2025 – Watch live here!
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumes with continued cross-examination of lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda by Advocate Charles Mnisi.
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News
Eskom shoots down 14-hour loadshedding reports as fake news
Eskom has dismissed widely circulated claims of a 14-hour loadshedding schedule in June, confirming that the national grid remains stable and loadshedding is suspended.
News
SASSA and SRD grant payment dates for May 2025
SASSA has confirmed the May 2025 grant payment dates, implemented new grant increases, and addressed misinformation about the Older Persons Grant being stopped.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: Here’s what happened on Monday, 19 May 2025
The Senzo Meyiwa trial resumed on Monday, 19 May 2025, with the cross-examination of lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda, focusing on vehicle tracking data and forensic evidence.
Cape Town Buzz
Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 19 May 2025
Western Cape dam levels dropped slightly to 59.0% in the week of 19 May 2025. Major dams saw small declines, while minor dams showed mixed results with some increases from recent rainfall.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Monday, 19 May 2025
Tonight’s Daily Lotto estimated jackpot total is a guaranteed R400,000! Here are the winning numbers.
Crime
More details surface about two people killed in Diepkloof protests
Two people have died during violent Diepkloof protests, with Gauteng police confirming the circumstances and warning of ongoing danger in the area.
Viral
Seven Bellevue teens appear in court after bullying video goes viral
Seven girls from Bellevue, Johannesburg, were released into parental custody after appearing in court for assault following a viral bullying video.
Local
Shebeshxt caught on camera attempting to stab a fan with panga [video]
Rapper Shebeshxt has been filmed appearing to try to stab a man during an argument, adding to a long list of violent incidents linked to the controversial artist.
Crime
Diepkloof protests: Looting, road closures and two confirmed deaths – Here’s the latest
Two people have died and major highways are closed as violent protests erupt in Diepkloof, Soweto over land, water, and sanitation grievances.
News
Lungi Mnganga-Gcabashe dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
ANC stalwart and Women’s League deputy president Lungi Mnganga-Gcabashe has died at the age of 64 at her home in KwaZulu-Natal.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa trial watch: What to expect on Monday, 19 May 2025 – Watch live here!
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues today with lead investigator Brigadier Bongani Gininda expected to be cross-examined by advocate Charles Mnisi, representing accused number one.
Viral
Rayno Nel makes history as the world’s strongest man
Rayno Nel has become the first South African and African to win the World’s Strongest Man competition, making history with his debut victory in California.
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Who is Nelson Makamo? – Get to know the man behind the new PSL trophy design
Nelson Makamo, a globally celebrated South African artist, has designed the new Betway Premiership trophy, unveiled after Sundowns clinched the league title.
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Afcon 2025 U-20 final: South Africa beat Morocco to be crowned champions
South Africa’s U-20 national team defeated Morocco 1-0 to win their first-ever Afcon U-20 title, ending a historic campaign in Egypt.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Sunday, 18 May 2025
Tonight’s Daily Lotto estimated jackpot total is a guaranteed R350,000! Here are the winning numbers.
News
South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Monday, 19 May 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 19 May 2025: Fire danger in Western Cape. Partly cloudy in most provinces. Cold front advisory for midweek.
News
Afcon Under-20 final: South Africa vs Morocco – Watch live here!
South Africa’s Under-20s will be eyeing a historic win over Morocco.
Crime
Timothy Omotoso expected to return to Nigeria: Here’s what this means
Pastor Timothy Omotoso is expected to leave South Africa on Sunday, while the NPA prepares to appeal his acquittal in a high-profile sex trafficking case.
News
South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Sunday, 18 May 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Sunday, 18 May 2025: Fire danger in Northern and Western Cape; cold front advisory for next week. Fine to partly cloudy.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Saturday, 17 May 2025
Tonight’s Daily Lotto estimated jackpot total is a guaranteed R500,000! Here are the winning numbers.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Lotto results and payouts: Saturday, 17 May 2025
Tonight’s cumulative Lotto jackpot is a staggering R54 million.
Crime
Manhunt launched for Umlazi mass shooting suspects
Police have launched a manhunt after eight people were gunned down in Umlazi’s Zama informal settlement.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s Daily Lotto results and payouts: Friday, 16 May 2025
Tonight’s Daily Lotto estimated jackpot total is a guaranteed R600,000! Here are the winning numbers.
Lotto & Powerball
Tonight’s PowerBall results and payouts: Friday, 16 May 2025
Tonight’s cumulative PowerBall jackpot is a mouth-watering R58 million.
Crime
Supreme Court kicks out Nandipha’s request to nullify her Tanzania extradition
The Supreme Court of Appeal has rejected Nandipha Magudumana’s bid to declare her extradition from Tanzania unlawful, clearing the way for her trial to proceed.
News
R7 billion plan to address Emfuleni water woes
Cabinet also received an update on the ongoing interventions aimed at restoring access to clean drinking water for the community of Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria.
News
Cabinet approves 90-day programme to intensify GBVF response
Addressing a post-cabinet media briefing on Thursday, Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, said the programme will serve as a catalyst for immediate action.
News
Motsoaledi: SA’s HIV programme ‘not collapsing’ following US aid cuts
This is after the withdrawal of the funding to key health initiatives, including PEPFAR, which was established by former President George W Bush in 2003 and continued under various administrations.
News
Decision to confer refugee status to 49 Afrikaners misinformed – Cabinet
Cabinet further refutes the narrative by the government of the United States of America and remains open to constructive engagement to share a better and common understanding over these matters.