Gen Z spills blood to change the course of history in Nepal
Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has resigned after 22 people were killed in violent Nepal protests led by Gen Z demonstrators against corruption and censorship.
Viral News
News
Qatar denies receiving warnings from White House before Israeli attack
Qatari officials have rejected Donald Trump’s claims that they were warned in advance of the Qatar attack, calling the White House version of events “completely false.”
News
Walmart in South Africa: America’s biggest retailer is coming to Mzansi
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, has confirmed plans to open branded stores in South Africa later this year, promising low prices and local partnerships.
Crime
Lebo Mniki’s family stage picket at missing student’s Midrand residence
The family of Lebo Mniki, a 35-year-old Johannesburg man who disappeared in August, is camping outside a Midrand student residence demanding CCTV footage to help in their search.
Crime
Mamelodi SAPS in tense hostage standoff with one of their own
A police constable has allegedly taken his family hostage in Mamelodi East, firing shots before officers arrived, sparking a tense Mamelodi hostage standoff.
Podcasts
Cape Town gang war: How the Fancy Boys rose during 2025’s bloodiest months [PODCAST]
The rise of the Fancy Boys gang fueled Cape Town’s bloodiest months in 2025. Stream the latest Crime Central SA episode below.
Crime
Who is Umar Akbar? – ISIS cell arrested in Johannesburg has a checkered history
Alleged ISIS member Umar Akbar was arrested in Johannesburg with stolen goods, but his long history of terror-related cases in South Africa shows a pattern of arrests that never materialised into convictions.
Cape Town Buzz
Graham Howes: Search for missing kitesurfer ends in tragedy
The body of Graham Howes, a kitesurfer from Bloubergstrand, was recovered at sea on Monday after an extensive two-day search off Cape Town’s coastline.
Viral News
2025 Blood Moon lunar eclipse in pictures
Sky gazers around the world captured striking images of the Blood Moon on Sunday, as the rare lunar eclipse painted the moon red for more than an hour.
Viral News
Several injured after viral Umhlanga mall brawl [video]
A violent Umhlanga mall fight broke out on Saturday evening after a music event, leaving several people with minor injuries.
Travel
WestJet botched landing at Sint Maarten airport caught on camera
A WestJet Boeing 737-800 suffered a hard landing at Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport on September 7, 2025, causing damage to the aircraft but no injuries.
Sports
Bafana Bafana vs Nigeria: Team news, how to watch, score prediction
Bafana Bafana face Nigeria in a must-win 2026 World Cup qualifier in Bloemfontein, with group leadership, history and a place at the finals at stake.
International
Kendrick Lamar picks up Creative Arts Emmy for Super Bowl Halftime performance
Kendrick Lamar won “Outstanding Music Direction” at the Creative Arts Emmys in Los Angeles, as “Saturday Night Live” and “SNL50” dominated Night 2 with 11 wins.
Viral News
Who was Carlo Acutis? – London boy becomes the world’s first millennial saint
Carlo Acutis, a London-born teenager who used technology to spread Catholic teaching, has officially become the world’s first millennial saint after his canonisation in Rome.
Technology
Blood Moon lunar eclipse: Date, significance, when to view in South Africa
Sky-watchers in South Africa will witness a rare Blood Moon lunar eclipse on Sunday night, with the event lasting more than 80 minutes and peaking at 20:11 (SAST).
Sports
New Zealand vs South Africa: Team news, how to watch, predictions
The second round of the New Zealand vs South Africa Rugby Championship clash kicks off today at Eden Park, with the Springboks aiming to break a record that has stood since 1937.
Crime
Who killed Bouwer van Niekerk? – insolvency lawyer shot dead in targeted hit
Prominent insolvency lawyer Bouwer van Niekerk was shot dead at his Johannesburg offices on Friday, in what police are treating as a targeted killing.
News
Eskom declares loadshedding-free summer after a winter of zero power cuts
Eskom has announced that South Africa is likely to enjoy a summer without loadshedding, after making it through winter with almost no blackouts — but critics warn the utility’s reliance on expensive diesel masks deeper problems.
Sports
South Africa cleared to bid for Formula 1: Here’s everything you must know
South Africa has received Cabinet approval to officially bid for Formula 1 in South Africa, potentially bringing the Grand Prix back to Kyalami from 2027.
Crime
Cape Town police scramble to contain gang violence amid latest Athlone magistrate’s court shooting
Police are investigating after a man was killed in an Athlone magistrate’s court shooting, as Cape Town faces a surge in deadly gang violence.
Crime
Watch: Donna Adelson courtroom outburst after being convicted for plotting son-in-law’s murder
A Florida jury has found Donna Adelson guilty of orchestrating the 2014 murder of her son-in-law, Dan Markel, prompting an emotional courtroom outburst from the 75-year-old.
Crime
Lazarus Antonio: Kgaugelo Marota killer due in court for bail application
Lazarus Antonio, the man who confessed on social media to killing Kgaugelo Marota is back in court today for his formal bail application.
News
HPCSA places lifetime ban on serial sex offender, Dr Gregory Hough
The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) has permanently banned Dr Gregory Hough from practicing medicine after multiple sexual assault complaints, but the disgraced doctor is challenging the decision in court.
Viral News
Sihle Somdaka: South African chef dies on Sir Richard Branson’s private Necker Island
South African chef Sihle Somdaka died in a buggy accident on Richard Branson’s luxury Necker Island, with British Virgin Islands authorities investigating but saying no foul play is suspected.
Sports
Mike Tyson vs Floyd Mayweather is actually happening: Here’s everything we know so far
Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather have confirmed an 8-round exhibition fight in spring 2026, with fans split over excitement and scepticism.
News
KZN transport dept reaches agreement with SANTACO to end Durban taxi strike
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport and SANTACO have reached an agreement to end the Durban taxi strike, which left thousands of commuters stranded this week.
Sports
Daniel Levy announces shock exit as Tottenham Hotspur chairman
Tottenham Hotspur confirmed today that Daniel Levy has stepped down as Executive Chairman after nearly 25 years in charge.
Fashion
Giorgio Armani dies: Cause of death, biography, career and achievements
Legendary Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91, peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
Crime
Elusive ‘Dollarman’, Mozambique’s most-wanted kingpin, killed in Kempton Park
Mozambique’s most wanted kidnapping kingpin, known only as “Dollarman,” has been shot dead by South African police after a standoff in Kempton Park.
Viral News
Has Streameast been shut down? – Here’s what we can confirm
Confusion surrounds the reported shutdown of Streameast, with anti-piracy groups claiming victory while the illegal streaming network insists it remains active.