Car the kidnapper was travelling in Police say they are working around the clock to rescue an Indian businessman whom a deceased suspected kidnapping kingpin had abducted. Police shot and killed the suspect in Kempton Park, Johannesburg, on Wednesday. He’s alleged to have been part of a syndicate that kidnaps businessmen and demands ransom to…
A moment of silence was observed in court for the late defence lawyer Thulani Mngomezulu. 1 minute The High Court in Pretoria is expected to hear whether one of the accused in the Senzo Meyiwa trial will still have legal representation. Muzi Sibiya was left without legal representation after the death of his lawyer Thulani…
General view of the Africa Cup of Nations trophy on display before the final between Senegal and Egypt at Olembe Stadium, Yaounde, Cameroon – February 6, 2022. 3 minutes Nigeria’s Super Eagles concluded their Africa Cup of Nations Group D qualifiers with a shocking 2-1 loss to Rwanda. The match, held on Monday in Uyo,…
Celebrations at the Castle for Heritage Day The Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town has paid tribute to unsung struggle stalwarts to mark Heritage Day. They include those who fought against armed colonial oppression. Many tribes took up arms against Dutch and British colonialists in the 1870s. A member of the Klipfontein Aboriginal Royal…
FILE | Road closed sign following flooding 3 minutes Joburg residents and those in surrounding areas have been urged to remain on high alert as more heavy downpours are expected to continue. This follows a level five warning for severe thunderstorms, issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS), which is expected over the central…
Through his hilarious storytelling, General Lesley’s exceptional comedy set cemented his status as one of Bulawayo’s most loved comedians. BULAWAYO comedy fans were treated to an unforgettable evening of laughter on Saturday as General Lesley delivered a rib-cracking performance that left the audience clamouring for more. With his infectious energy, the charismatic comedian left the…
The High Court in Johannesburg. 1 minute The COSAS 4 trial involving two former apartheid security officers has been postponed to Thursday at the High Court in Johannesburg. Christiaan Rorich and Thlomedi Mfalapitsa are facing charges of crimes against humanity and murder. The charges are in relation to the murder of Eustice “Bimbo” Madikela, Peter…
MyCiti bus The City of Cape Town says it subsidises the MyCiti bus service with 4.2% of property rates revenue each year as approved by council and that it is required to make a rates contribution in order to qualify for the Public Transport Network Grant from the national government. The municipality is currently busy…
FIKE: Samwu members marching to Tshwane House, demanding the reinstatement of unfairly dismissed workers, August 2025. The trade union South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) has threatened to disrupt the G20 Summit in Johannesburg next month if the City of Tshwane’s issues are not resolved. The union is demanding the implementation of salary increases that were agreed upon with…
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus before a match. 1 minute Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named the same 54 players who attended the second national alignment camp in Cape Town last month, in a training squad for the opening stages of the international season. The Springboks open their season with a match against the Barbarians…
