Barry Steenkamp, father of slain Reeva, dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
Barry Steenkamp died in his sleep in ‘early evening of 14 September 2023,’ his family confirmed.
Local
News
Watch: ANOTHER Marshalltown building on fire [video]
Another hijacked building in Marshalltown caught fire, on Friday, only a stone’s throw away from the tragic inferno that killed 77 victims.
International
Here’s how much Warner Bros would pay per year if they agreed to SAG-AFTRA terms
Warner Bros anticipates a significant financial impact from the SAG-AFTRA writers strike, estimating losses of $300 million to $500 million.
News
Loadshedding in Nigeria? – Crisis Hits As Electricity Grid Collapses
Nigeria, despite being a major oil and gas producer, frequently grapples with erratic power supplies.
Local
Lalela Mswane to Co-Host SABC 1’s ‘Daily Thetha’ Youth Talk Show
Miss South Africa 2021 Lalela Mswane will join the ‘Daily Thetha’ talk show as co-host in October 2023. Here’s everything we know.
Viral News
Emma Coronel, Wife of El Chapo, Released from US Jail
It is reported that Emma Coronel left a halfway house in California, where she had been moved from federal prison in June.
Crime
Legal battle heats up over Senzo Meyiwa murder trial photos
The trial’s latest development centres on State witness Constable Sizwe Zungu, who was undergoing cross-examination.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town loadshedding schedule for Thursday, 14 September 2023
City of Cape Town clients will be protected from Stage 6 loadshedding between 05:00 and 22:00.
Cape Town Buzz
Viral clip of Cape Town police dragging suspect under investigation, IPID confirms [video]
In the video footage, two police officers are seen outside the police van, and a man later identified as Milosh Basson of Kensington is handcuffed to the back of the van.
Crime
Patrick Patrese Jones captured after 10 years on the run for alleged R14.7 million Eskom fraud
Patrick Patrese Jones, who had been on the run for an extended period, was arrested earlier this month at a hideout in the Western Cape.
Technology
ChatGPT is down: Here’s the outage report for Wednesday, 13 September 2023
It seems, for the most part, users experienced issues with not only accessing ChatGPT but also enjoying the platform’s prompt-based features.
News
Watch: Tshwane CBD disintegrates into violence – Here’s everything we know [video]
Eyewitnesses captured footage of the unsettling scenes as several municipal vehicles were engulfed in flames, leaving onlookers horrified.
Gaming
PS5 software update for Wednesday, 13 September 2023: Here’s everything you must know
The PS5 software update, featuring various enhancements and new features, is the result of valuable feedback from beta participants.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Will Sifisokuhle Ntuli illness cause another delay?
Sifisokuhle Nkani Ntuli, one of the accused individuals, reported feeling unwell on Tuesday, prompting the presiding Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng to order that Ntuli be attended to by a doctor.
Technology
Apple introduces the iPhone 15: Features, price, how to buy in South Africa
Here’s everything you need to know about the iPhone 15, including its key features, pricing details, and how to purchase it in South Africa.
Technology
Apple Event: Here’s everything you need to know about the Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2
The new Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 come packed with a range of features and improvements designed to enhance the user experience.
News
Veziwe Ntsizela: Lusikisiki mother’s motive for killing her three children revealed
Veziwe Ntsizela’s eldest child managed to escape the nightmarish ordeal.
Travel
SA tourism earmarked for ‘better than normal’ recovery levels in 2023
During the first half of 2023, the industry faced challenges, registering a ‘below-normal’ score of 76 on the TBI.
Gaming
EA FC 24 player ratings: Here’s everything you must know
EA Sports has unveiled the top 24 player ratings for this year’s edition, and it features a fresh set of top-rated players.
International
Erica Mena doubles back on ‘monkey’ slur: Here’s what she said
While Erica Mena insisted that her words were not racially motivated, the incident led to her being fired from the franchise and also coincided with her arrest in Atlanta.
Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Reefer truck overturns and spills fish across Cape Town CBD street [video]
The outcome of this accident was a street scattered with boxes of frozen fish mince.
Technology
Apple Wanderlust event: What to expect and how to watch live in South Africa [video]
Here’s everything you need to know about the Apple Wanderlust event, including what to expect and how to watch live in South Africa.
Local
Nomcebo Zikode clears the air on links to accused wife murderer Livhuwani Madadzhe
The pictures in question show Madadzhe and Zikode seemingly dining at a restaurant together, with Madadzhe captioning the images,
Crime
Senzo Meyia trial: Court hears about Hawks boss Shadrack Sibiya’s ‘questionable’ involvement in the case
Ex Gauteng Hawks boss Shadrack Sibiya was at the centre of Monday’s proceedings at the Senzo Meyiwa trial.
Crime
Court brands Nandipha Magudumana a flight risk, denies bail
The investigating officer Lieutenant Colonel Tiohe Flyman had strongly opposed Magudumana’s release on bail, citing concerns that she might evade her trial.
Crime
Nandipha Magudumana bail application: Watch live on Monday, 11 September 2023 [video]
After 20 weeks incarcerated at Bizzah Makhete Correctional Centre, Nandipha Magudumana will learn of the fate of her bail bid on Monday.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Here’s why Judge Mokgoatlheng raised issues about Constable Zungu safety
Fisokuhle Ntuli was seen making gestures at Constable Zungu that could be interpreted as simulating the firing of a gun.
News
Mangosuthu Buthelezi dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
Prince Mangosuthu Gatsha Buthelezi’s life was characterised by a delicate balancing act between advocating for change within the system and opposition to apartheid policies.
News
2023 National Film and TV Awards SA: Nominees, Award show date, How to watch live in South Africa
The inaugural National Film and TV Awards South Africa is scheduled to be held at the Opera Theatre later this year.
Viral News
Tourism Business Council provides clarity on Trevor Noah R33 million saga
The Tourism Business Council of South Africa released a statement, clearing the air around the controversial Trevor Noah R33 million deal.