Soweto struck by second power outage in a week
Soweto was hit by a second power outage in one week on Tuesday, as Eskom battles increasing faults and unplanned breakdowns across Gauteng.
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Travel
Hundreds of Finnair flights amid escalating mass strike action
Finnair has cancelled hundreds of flights due to ground staff strikes at Helsinki Airport, and explains what passengers can do next.
Crime
Watch: Dramatic Muizenberg car chase caught on camera [video]
A Muizenberg car chase involving a VW Polo ended in a dramatic arrest after a high-speed pursuit and gunfire from law enforcement.
Viral News
Who is ‘Brown Mogotsi’? – Here’s what we know about Mchunu’s alleged tenderpreneur
A politically connected man named Brown Mogotsi has been accused of influencing SAPS operations, with direct ties to Minister Senzo Mchunu, according to claims by General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.
Crime
Bushbuckridge community rocked by GBV murder-suicide
A man in Bushbuckridge fatally shot his girlfriend before taking his own life, prompting a police investigation into the suspected GBV-related murder-suicide.
Crime
Alleged Eswatini peddler arrested with R1.1 million cannabis
An Eswatini national is due in court after police intercepted a vehicle carrying R1.1 million worth of cannabis near the Mayflower border.
Crime
Nailana village man due in court for allegedly killing girlfriend
A 29-year-old man from Nailana village will appear in court for the alleged murder of his girlfriend following an argument that escalated into a fatal assault.
News
Ramaphosa intervenes after Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi exposes alleged rot in Senzo Mchunu’s office
President Cyril Ramaphosa has stepped into a growing dispute within the South African Police Service (SAPS), following serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu.
Sports
Banyana Banyana vs Ghana: Prediction, kick off time and teams for Monday, 7 July 2025
South Africa’s Banyana Banyana face Ghana in their 2025 WAFCON opening match on Monday, 7 July, with kick off at 18:00 SAST.
News
BRICS Summit in Rio places Trump tariff threats on the pendulum
Heads of State from BRICS countries have gathered in Rio de Janeiro for the 2025 Summit amid tensions with US President Donald Trump over trade policies.
Viral News
Taiwan on tenterhooks as Typhoon Danas makes landfall
Typhoon Danas has prompted school and office closures in southern Taiwan as authorities brace for severe weather.
Sports
Springboks vs Italy: Prediction, kick off time and teams for Saturday 5 July 2025
South Africa’s Springboks face Italy at Loftus Versfeld in a high-stakes Test match — here’s what you need to know.
International
Julian McMahon dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Australian–American actor Julian McMahon has died at the age of 56.
News
Eskom latest news: Utility reports stable grid amid warnings of looming loadshedding
Eskom has reported a stable power system in its latest update, but energy experts warn the risk of loadshedding remains due to high unplanned outages.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town water shutdown: Planned maintenance to affect these suburbs
The City of Cape Town has announced a four-day water supply disruption due to planned maintenance, affecting multiple suburbs across the metro.
Sports
Thomas Partey officially charged with five counts of rape
Ghanaian footballer and former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been formally charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in the UK.
International
Angélique Kidjo to become first African honoured with a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Grammy-winning African music icon Angélique Kidjo will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, becoming the first black African performer to be honoured.
Crime
Woman accused of kidnapping newborn in Bellville shopping mall bids for bail
A 37-year-old woman accused of kidnapping a newborn from a Bellville mall has launched a bail bid after the baby was found during a police raid in Tafelsig.
News
David Mabuza dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former South African deputy president David Mabuza has died at 64.
Viral News
Diogo Jota dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Portuguese footballer Diogo Jota, aged 28, has died in a car accident in Spain along with his younger brother, Andre Silva.
International
Diddy lawyers file for urgent bail release: Here are the proposed conditions
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team has filed for urgent bail, arguing he poses no threat or flight risk after being acquitted of major charges.
Travel
Global passenger air traffic records 5% growth in May 2025
Global air passenger traffic rose by 5% in May 2025, with Africa showing steady growth amid mixed international trends.
Travel
SAA announces direct flights to Mauritius and these regional destinations
South African Airways announces new direct flights to Mauritius and regional destinations, with operational improvements and service expansions.
International
Diddy beats the Feds – Skirts life-imprisonment charges: Will he be released?
Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty on two counts but cleared of life-imprisonment charges, raising questions about possible release as sentencing looms.
Crime
Likhona Fose latest news: Timelines take centre stage at suspect’s bail hearing
The bail hearing for the man accused of murdering Likhona Fose continued, with timelines used to test his alibi against the day she went missing.
Crime
Five accused ‘Zuma July 2021 unrest’ instigators appear in court
Five individuals accused of inciting the July 2021 unrest through a WhatsApp group appeared in court, with the matter postponed for further legal proceedings.
Lifestyle
Petrol prices in South Africa: How much it costs to fill a tank in July 2025
Petrol prices in South Africa increased in July 2025, with 95 unleaded petrol rising by 52 cents per litre and motorists facing higher refuelling costs nationwide.
Travel
OR Tambo International Airport implements new security changes that could effect passengers
Passengers travelling through OR Tambo International Airport may experience delays due to new security procedures. Here’s what you must know.
News
South African petrol price: Here’s what to expect in July 2025
Fuel prices are set to rise in July 2025 as under-recoveries deepen across all fuel types.
News
South Africa petrol prices: Here’s how much a litre will cost from Wednesday, 2 July 2025
South Africa’s petrol and diesel prices will increase by up to 84c/litre from Wednesday, 2 July 2025, due to rising oil prices and global market shifts.