CRL concerned about forced cremations as burial sites fill up

Graves are pictured at a section of the Westpark Cemetery in Johannesburg. 4 minutes Various religious groups and the Commission for Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Rights Commission (CRL) say cremation should not be forced on families. This comes after the City of Johannesburg announced that it was running out of burial space. The Metro has encouraged residents…

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Lekompo musician set to appear in court for attempted murder

A man handcuffed A 30-year-old Limpopo-based lekompo musician is expected to make his first appearance in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Thursday in connection with attempted murder.  The popular musician was arrested in the company of his lawyer in Polokwane on Wednesday.   Police spokesperson Malesela Ledwaba says the suspect was arrested following an incident…

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Fear grips Bekkersdal after deadly tavern shooting

Bekkersdal residents say they live in fear amid the ongoing violence in their community. Residents of Bekkersdal, west Johannesburg, say they are living in constant fear after nine people were killed in a shooting incident on Sunday morning. Ten others were wounded in the incident, which happened at a tavern in the Tambo section. One resident…

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LIVE | Vhavenda Royal court case: 24 June 2025

The ongoing battle for the Vhavenda kingship continues at the Polokwane High Court in Limpopo on Tuesday. Princess Masindi Mphephu is challenging her uncle and former king Toni Mphephu Ramabulana for the throne. Ramabulana’s certificate of recognition as king of the Vhavenda was withdrawn on 12 April 2019 by the Supreme Court of Appeal. Livestream:

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Minister Gwarube to announce 2024 matric results

Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube addressing delegates at a government event. 2 minutes Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube will officially announce the outcome of the 2024 matric exams on Monday amid hopes of a continued improvement in the national pass rate. The ceremony will be held at the Mosaiek Church in Johannesburg. Tomorrow…

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LIVE | Mashatile answers questions in NCOP

Hospital ward. 1 minute Deputy President Paul Mashatile is answering oral questions in the National Council of Provinces this afternoon. Back on the agenda is the matter of extortion in the township economy. Both Mashatile and President Cyril Ramaphosa have been grilled by Members of Parliament during the last few weeks about the scourge of…

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