EMPD impounds 66 unroadworthy minibus-taxis

File image | Taxis at taxi rank. The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Taxi Task Team has impounded 66 unroadworthy minibus-taxis this week in Tsakane, Germiston and Boksburg. The operation was conducted in collaboration with Gauteng Traffic Police and SAPS officers. During the joint operation, officers discovered that the vehicles were operating without proper permits…

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Limpopo township left dry amid scorching temperatures

Children cool-off during a heatwave. 3 minutes As Limpopo continues to experience a heatwave, some residents in Kgapane township outside Tzaneen are struggling to cool down due to water shortages. The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned that the heatwave will hit most parts of Limpopo and other provinces until Saturday. Kgapane residents say…

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2024 Eco-Logic Awards honours green guardians

Image: Supplied MCed by local comedian Themba Robin, eco-movers and shakers from various environmental sectors gathered to recognise extraordinary achievements in South African wildlife conservation, waste innovation, climate change, water conservation, and more. Now in its 12th year, the Eco-Logic awards has continued to grow in its prestige and influence to become South Africa’s premier…

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Sundowns go top of the log after 3-0 win over Magesi FC

Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates after victory Mamelodi Sundowns went top of the Betway Premiership log for the first time this season, after registering a 3-nil win over the struggling Magesi FC in Atteridgeville in the only fixture played this weekend. Magesi played the entire second half with ten men after Samuel Darpoh was sent off after…

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