Minister Chikunga throws JP Smith ‘under the minibus’, demands release of impounded taxis
Minister Chikunga was highly critical of JP Smith and demanded the City of Cape Town release taxis impounded under illegal traffic by-laws.
News
Local
Cyan Boujee sex tape leaks on the internet
Cyan Boujee is the subject of a sex tape that recently leaked on the internet. Here’s everything you must know.
Crime
Thabo Bester wants answers on ‘stolen’ items valued at R27.72 million
Thabo Bester listed these 23 items. valued at R27.72 million, he claims were stolen when he was arrested in Tanzania in April 2023.
International
DJ Casper dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
Willie Perry Jr, renowned across the globe as DJ Casper, the innovative creator behind the globally beloved dance track, Cha Cha Slide, died aged 58. DJ Casper dies: What’s the cause of death? DJ Casper tragically lost his battle with kidney and liver cancer on Monday, 7 August 2023. The iconic musician was candid about
News
Mbekweni mass murder: Police probe vicious murder of five victims, including two women
The bullet-riddled bodies of five victims, including two women aged 32 and 39, were found on Chris Hand Street on Monday evening.
Crime
What killed Brian Ndlovu? – Investigation rules out poison as cause of death
A low-level investigation into the death of Brian Ndlovu shows he was most likely not poisoned at Queens High School, contrary to speculation.
International
Everything Megan Thee Stallion said in her victim impact statement
Megan Thee Stallion urged Judge Herriford to deliver a strong and unambiguous sentence against Tory Lanez.
Crime
Timothy Omotoso trial resumes on Tuesday, 8 August 2023: Here’s everything you must know
The trial against televengalist Timothy Omotoso resumes at the Gqeberha High Court on Tuesday, 8 August 2023. Here’s everything you must know.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi strike: Golden Arrow to operate at 50% capacity
Limited Golden Arrow bus services will be available on these Cape Town routes.
International
William Friedkin dies: Cause of death, obituary, reactions
William Friedkin, the director of ‘The Exorcist’ died on Monday. He was 87.
International
Travis Scott brings out Kanye West at ‘Utopia’ Rome concert [video]
Travis Scott sent the internet into a frenzy when he brought out Kanye West as his surprise guest at the ‘Utopia’ concert in Rome, Italy.
International
Tory Lanez sentencing: Iggy Azalea asks judge for ‘transformational’ prison term
Iggy Azalea was one of more than 70 supporters who wrote letters pleading for a Tory Lanez pardon, the court heard on Monday.
Crime
Kutama-Sinthumule Correctional Centre on fire: Here’s everything we know
A fire reportedly broke out at Kutama-Sinthumule Correctional Centre on Monday. Here’s everything we know.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi strike: SANTACO distances itself from violence
SANTACO has effectively distanced itself from the deadly Cape Town taxi strike, claiming the unrest was perpetrated by ‘non-members’.
Crime
Ntokozo Zikhali: Man accused of mutilating Bokgabo Poo found not guilty
Ntokozo Zikhali, the man accused of murdering four-year-old Bokgabo Poo was found not guilty on Monday. Here’s everything we know.
Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Gugulethu Mall looting caught on camera [video]
Rioters linked to the Cape Town taxi strike were caught on camera looting shops inside the Gugulethu Shopping Mall.
Crime
PN Mathipa: Hawks investigator in Abdella Abadiga abduction assassinated
Prominent Hawks investigator, Lt-Col PN Mathipa, was assassinated on Sunday, while working on the abduction of alleged ISIS leader Abdella Abadiga.
Travel
British govt adds ‘Cape Town taxi strike’ to list of threats faced by UK travellers visiting South Africa
The Cape Town taxi strike is now listed as a high-level security threat for UK travellers visiting South Africa.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town taxi strike: One person shot and killed in Nyanga clashes [video]
Clashes in Nyanga between a passenger-carrying motorist and large groups linked to the Cape Town taxi strike ended in death.
Viral News
Watch: Ramaphosa ‘gets jiggy’ at 2023 Netball World Cup final [video]
This video shows Ramaphosa letting his limbs loose and soaking in the atmosphere of the 2023 Netball World Cup final.
Viral News
Montgomery riverboat brawl: Vasser’s Mini Mart owner deletes Facebook amid backlash [video]
Following the outrage from the Montgomery riverboat brawl, Chase Shipman, owner of Vasser’s Mini Mart, deleted his business Facebook page.
Cape Town Buzz
Breakdown in talks means Cape Town taxi strike resumes on Monday, 7 August 2023 [video]
SANTACO has called on its operators to “not interfere with other modes of transport and not take part in any criminal activities.”
Crime
Zanikhaya Kwinana: Murder of LEAP officer linked to Cape Town taxi strike [video]
Zanikhaya Kwınana, a young LEAP officer, was gunned down in a murder authorities believe is linked to the Cape Town taxi strike.
Fashion
Adidas will not reproduce Yeezy designs despite ‘legal green light’, CFO confirms
Adidas has the legal basis to reproduce Yeezy designs but, in a call to investors, CFO Harm Ohlmeyer revealed ‘that would be the wrong timing.’
International
Kai Cenat console giveaway sparks riots in New York, streamer arrested
Viral streamer Kai Cenat sparked riots in New York, prompting a Leve 4 response from the NYPD, the highest level of disaster response.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town e-hailing services join taxi strike: Here’s what you must know
Cape Town e-hailing services have been suspended as a show of solidarity to the ongoing taxi strike. Here’s what you must know.
Cape Town Buzz
Bheki Cele on Cape Town taxi strike: ‘JP Smith needs psychological help’ [video]
Reacting to the Cape Town taxi strike, Police Minister Bheki Cele blasted JP Smith, saying he needs ‘psychological help.’
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town Taxi Strike: SAPS Identifies Hotspot Areas Amid Escalating Violence [video]
The Cape Town taxi strike reared its ugly head on the second day and police have listed these hotspot areas where violence is likely.
International
Lizzo speaks out, blasts dancers for lying in sexual harassment lawsuit
Lizzo reacted to the backlash she’s received over the ongoing sexual harassment lawsuit against her. Here’s what she said.
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa murder trial: Mthokozisi Thwala scorched under cross-examination
Mthokozisi Thwala accused the police of torturing him in an attempt to force a confession to the murder of Senzo Meyiwa.