A son of a former Zimbabwean president has been arrested in Johannesburg for allegedly shooting a security guard in Hyde Park, north of Johannesburg. The SABC understands the guard has been hospitalised following the incident. Details remain sketchy at this stage and police are currently at the home where the alleged shooting took place. BREAKING…
[FILE IMAGE]: A firefighter truck. A fire broke out at a chemical company in Germiston, Ekurhuleni, this afternoon. The employees were evacuated from the premises and from other neighbouring companies. One person has sustained second-degree burns and is currently receiving medical treatment in the hospital. Ekurhuleni Disaster and Emergency Services Spokesperson, William Ntladi, says, “Currently,…
Dogs playing together. Global animal welfare group, Four Paws, is challenging the nation to turn February into a month of action and compassion. This as part of celebrating National Love Your Pet Day on 20 February. The organisation calls on every community to make sterilisation a priority for responsible pet care. Director of Four Paws…
National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA) marching. Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate…
National Union of Metalworkers (NUMSA) marching. Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate…
Lighting strike. Disaster officials in KwaZulu-Natal say lightning deaths in rural communities are becoming a serious concern. Three people were killed by lightning in the Harry Gwala District this month during severe storms. A disaster management workshop for traditional leaders has been held in Pinetown, west of Durban. Disaster Management Spokesperson Bheki Phungula says the province loses an average…
[File] South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers parade. Local restaurants, catering services, and informal food vendors in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, say they are experiencing a steady rise in customers ahead of the Armed Forces Day celebrations on Saturday. Transport operators and retail businesses are also benefiting from the influx of visitors. Some entrepreneurs have welcomed the government’s decision to…
Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner General Shadrack Sibiya testifying at the Madlanga Commission. Suspended Deputy National Police Commissioner General Shadrack Sibiya has testified before the Madlanga Commission that attempted murder accused Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala paid for General Khosi Senthumule’s Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). His testimony corroborates that of General Rachel Matjeng, who also testified that…
Explosives believed to be for cash-in-transits and illegal mining. Police have arrested a 16-year-old suspect in Roodepoort, west of Johannesburg, for possession and distribution of explosives believed to be for cash-in-transits and illegal mining. Officers arrested the teenager after a tip-off and seized 50 blasting cartridges, 25 safety fuse connectors, and detonating cords. #sapsHQ 16yr-old teenager arrested in…
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria. LIVE STREAM:
