Kanye West in South Africa: Confirmed date, how to buy tickets
Promoter Monyake Group has listed Ye’s Ellis Park Stadium concert in Johannesburg, confirming that Kanye West may perform in South Africa this December.
Viral News
Viral News
Conspiracy theories run wild about the rapture: Here’s what you must know
Social media users are sharing videos warning about the rapture, with some predicting it could happen this week after a South African pastor’s viral prophecy.
Cape Town Buzz
Timothy James Clark: Glitzy pilot dies after crashing plane carrying R920m cocaine
Australian pilot Timothy James Clark died in Brazil after his light aircraft, packed with R920 million worth of cocaine, crashed in a sugar cane field.
News
David Mabuza pension dispute placed on ice as family tensions turn fiery
he High Court in Pretoria will rule next week on the R44.7 million David Mabuza estate dispute, as the late deputy president’s widow and children fight over who should benefit from the pension payout.
Cape Town Buzz
Cavendish Square cautiously reopens after fire
Cavendish Square fire crews quickly contained a blaze that started in a parking level extractor fan, with the Claremont mall later reopening after evacuations.
Crime
Sabelo Phewa: Hitman behind Sibusiso Sithole murder sentenced to life imprisonment
Hitman Sabelo Phewa has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Richmond municipal manager Sibusiso Sithole, a case linked to political killings in KwaZulu-Natal.
News
Kenny Kunene reacts after being cleared from Katiso Molefe scandal
A forensic report has cleared Patriotic Alliance deputy president Kenny Kunene of wrongdoing in the Katiso Molefe scandal, confirming his version of events as truthful.
News
South African petrol price: Here’s what to expect in October 2025
Petrol and diesel prices could see bigger cuts in October 2025 as over-recoveries improve significantly. Here’s what this week’s forecast data shows.
News
Madlanga Commission live: Fannie Masemola resumes testimony on Day 5 [video]
Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola resumes his testimony on Day 5 of the Madlanga Commission, after a grilling about why he obeyed an “unlawful” order to disband the Political Killings Task Team.
Local
Mandla Mthembu, Khanyi Mbau’s ex, dies aged 68
Businessman Mandla Mthembu, known as Khanyi Mbau’s ex-husband, has died in New York at the age of 68.
News
Corrections minister calls for overhaul of South Africa’s parole system
Minister Pieter Groenewald has called for an overhaul of parole in South Africa, as a national summit seeks to address rising reoffending rates and rebuild public trust.
News
Vehicle recalls on the rise in South Africa as NCC issues notice on VW Amarok, Mercedes-Benz and these models
The NCC has issued new recall notices for the VW Amarok, Mercedes-Benz EQE-295, and Mercedes-Benz GLC-254, as South Africa sees a sharp rise in vehicle recalls.
News
Madlanga Commission Day 4: SAPS commissioner Fannie Masemola takes the stand [video]
On Madlanga Commission Day 4, SAPS commissioner Fannie Masemola takes the stand to respond to shocking allegations of corruption and political interference raised by Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
Viral News
Bheki Cele allegedly accepted money from Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala
KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi told the Madlanga Commission that Bheki Cele and businessman Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala exchanged money in 2024.
Local
‘Biri Marung’ star secures return flight after Nigeria nightmare
Amapiano star Tebogo G Mashego, known for his hit ‘Biri Marung’, says his Nigerian tour became a nightmare before DJ Karri stepped in to secure his return flight.
International
DEEP DIVE: D4vd arrest rumours swirl as Celeste Rivas murder investigation deepens [video]
Rising pop star D4vd has become a central figure in the Celeste Rivas murder case after the teen’s body was found in his abandoned Tesla. Here’s what we know.
Crime
Watch: Dr Nandipha and Thabo Bester get flirtatious at latest court appearance [video]
The Thabo Bester court case was postponed again, but his flirty interactions with Dr Nandipha Magudumana in the dock left many talking.
International
Lil Durk trial delayed with a new date set for 2026
The Lil Durk trial has been postponed, with the rapper now set to appear in court on 20 January 2026, pushing the high-profile case into the new year.
International
Has D4vd been arrested for killing Celeste Rivas? – Here’s everything we know so far
Despite rumours online, D4vd has not been arrested in connection with the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas. Police say the viral LAPD car chase was unrelated.
Crime
Fears of taxi war loom in Gauteng after murder of Thamsanqa Moyo
Gauteng taxi boss Thamsanqa Moyo was shot dead on the Soweto Highway, raising fears of a renewed taxi war as police launch a manhunt for his killers.
Crime
Madlanga Commission: Mkhwanazi reveals shockers about Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala
On Day 2 of the Madlanga Commission, KZN police boss Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made shocking claims about Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala, who has also been denied bail amid new evidence linking an AK-47 to 18 murder cases.
Events
DStv Delicious Festival 2025: Headliners, important event details, road closures
The DStv Delicious Festival 2025 takes place this weekend at Kyalami with Lauryn Hill headlining, but traffic disruptions are expected in Johannesburg.
Local
Lauryn Hill in South Africa: Here’s everything you must know
Lauryn Hill in South Africa — the Grammy-winning star will headline the DStv Delicious Festival and appear at a Johannesburg pop-up event with Wyclef Jean, YG Marley, and Zion Marley.
Crime
Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala denied bail as new details surface about AK-47
Businessman Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala has been denied bail after police revealed that firearms seized in his case, including an AK-47, are linked to 18 murder and attempted murder cases.
Crime
Usindiso trial delayed: Sithembiso Mdlalose retracts confession
The Usindiso fire trial has been postponed after Sithembiso Mdlalose walked out of court, claiming he was mentally drained and retracting his confession to starting the blaze that killed 76 people.
News
David Mabuza family at war over his R44.7 million pension
The family of late deputy president David Mabuza is locked in a legal battle over his R44.7 million pension payout, with his daughter challenging the sole beneficiary status of his widow.
International
Eerie matching tattoo links D4vd to murder of 15-year-old teen
A chilling detail emerged after D4vd’s Tesla was found with the body of missing teen Celeste Rivas — both had the same “Shhh…” tattoo on their right index fingers.
Sports
Kaizer Chiefs axe Nasreddine Nabi ahead of crucial CAF confed cup tie
Kaizer Chiefs have cut ties with head coach Nasreddine Nabi over licensing issues, leaving the Tunisian unable to lead the team in Saturday’s CAF Confederation Cup clash against Kabuscorp.
Crime
Explosive investigation lifts the lid on Charles Mwesigwa, Dubai’s most notorious pimp
A BBC investigation has unmasked Charles Mwesigwa, known as “Abbey,” as the mastermind behind one of Dubai’s most degrading sex trafficking networks.
News
Mandlanga Commission: Mkhwanazi to be the first to appear at inquiry amid heightened security concerns
KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi will be the first witness at the Mandlanga Commission of Inquiry, which begins public hearings in Pretoria this week amid tight security.