LIVE: Inquest into the death of Chief Albert Luthuli
The reopened inquest into the death of ANC leader Chief Albert Luthuli continues in the Pietermaritzburg High Court. LIVE STREAM:
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Suspects who killed five tavern patrons known to community
murder investigation Bronkhorstspruit police have confirmed that the two suspects who shot 11 patrons, killing five of them at a tavern in Zithobeni, are known to the community. The gruesome incident happened in the early hours of Sunday morning when the two men entered the tavern and demanded that one of the patrons hand over…
Five killed, six wounded in Bronkhorstspruit tavern shooting
[FILE IMAGE]: Bullets seen at a crime scene. Five people have been killed and six wounded following a shooting incident at a tavern in Zithobeni in Bronkhorstspruit in the early hours of Sunday morning. Witnesses say two men entered the tavern and demanded that one of the patrons hand over his licenced firearm. A shot…
SA secures China, India investments to boost local auto manufacturing
Chinese brand BAIC South Africa has secured commitments from Chinese and Indian car companies to upgrade their semi-knocked-down (SKD) vehicle assembly operations to full-scale manufacturing, the Trade Minister Parks Tau said on Thursday, as industry leaders call for more domestic production. The government is in talks with multinational carmakers, who have South African factories, including…
Chiefs crash out as Stellenbosch advance, Amajita face USA
Stellenbosch FC will advance to the next stages of the Carling Knockout Cup. Stellenbosch FC have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Carling Knockout Cup competition after beating Kaizer Chiefs 5-4 in a penalty shootout, in Cape Town. In another first-round match of the competition, Richards Bay thumped Chippa United 4-1 to also advance to…
‘Efforts underway for release of South Africans on Gaza Flotilla’
People gather on a boat from a flotilla that had been carrying aid to Gaza until it was intercepted by Israel. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) says negotiations are underway to ensure the release of South Africans who participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla. This comes as the Israeli foreign ministry said…
‘Council of leaders’ to lead Unite for Change Party
United for change leadership. The Unite for Change Party says it will not have one leader but rather a council of leaders. The new political party, which is a merger between Build One South Africa (BOSA), the Good Party and Rise Mzansi, were launched on Sunday in Johannesburg. Unite for Change will contest next year’s…
‘Council of leaders’ to lead Unite for Chnage Party
United for change leadership. The Unite for Change Party says it will not have one leader but rather a council of leaders. The new political party, which is a merger between Build One South Africa (BOSA), the Good Party and Rise Mzansi, were launched on Sunday in Johannesburg. Unite for Change will contest next year’s…
Industrial hemp plantation launched in Limpopo to fight unemployment
An industrial hemp plantation. An industrial hemp plantation has been launched at Duvhuledza outside Thohoyandou, in Limpopo. The hemp will be cultivated on a 30-hectare farm. The project is aimed at helping the small community eradicate unemployment. Industrial hemp is used in the production of textiles, biofuel, and fibre. Organic farmer, Mpho Makhado, says the…
Springboks chasing win before plaudits
Springboks team for the Castle Lager Rugby Championship decider against Argentina in London on October, 4 2025. Springbok captain Siya Kolisi underlined that before his side focuses on back-to-back Rugby Championship titles they first need to beat Argentina in round six of the tournament at Twickenham in London on Saturday. Kolisi felt the need to…