Watch: Theft suspect caught on camera escaping Johannesburg court [video]
A suspect charged with housebreaking and theft escaped from a Johannesburg court by scaling down the building, prompting a police manhunt.
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Budget Speech postponement sets off ZAR tumble
The postponement of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s Budget Speech due to cabinet disagreements sent the South African rand tumbling amid economic uncertainty.
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Joshlin Smith disappeared on this day: Here’s what’s happened in a year
The Diazville community held a prayer session for Joshlin Smith on the one-year anniversary of her disappearance, as the legal case against her mother and two others progresses.
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SASSA and SRD grant payment dates for March 2025
SASSA has announced March 2025 grant payment dates and extended the deadline to switch to the Postbank Black Card to 20 March 2025.
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Bonnie Blue: Woman who slept with more than 1,000 men in 24 hours is reportedly pregnant
Bonnie Blue, known for setting a record by sleeping with 1,057 men in 24 hours, is reportedly pregnant.
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Verdict in ASAP Rocky trial expected soon: Here’s what you must know
Jury deliberations are underway in A$AP Rocky’s felony assault trial, with a verdict expected soon. If convicted, he faces up to 24 years in prison.
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Tornado leaves trail of devastation in Tshwane
A tornado ripped through Tshwane, causing extensive damage to buildings and vehicles, with emergency teams deployed for rescue and disaster assessments.
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NASA reveals chances of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth have increased
NASA has increased the impact probability of asteroid 2024 YR4 to 3.1%, the highest risk ever recorded.
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Watch: Delta crash at Toronto Pearson runway caught on camera
New footage captures the Delta Air Lines crash-landing at Toronto Pearson Airport, showing the plane flipping on the runway.
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Rise of hand, foot and mouth disease cases spark fears of KZN school closures
KZN schools report a surge in hand, foot and mouth disease cases, with 195 infections confirmed. Health authorities urge hygiene measures to curb the outbreak.
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South Africa’s latest unemployment rate unpacked: Here’s what you must know
The Western Cape has contributed the most jobs, with an increase of 62,000 positions.
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Zanzou torture saga: SAPS launch manhunt for eight foreigners
SAPS has launched a manhunt for eight foreign nationals linked to the Zanzou nightclub torture videos as investigations continue.
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Zanzou nightclub responds to disturbing abuse videos
The management of Zanzou nightclub in Pretoria has distanced itself from a series of disturbing videos circulating on social media, which depict extreme acts of violence, humiliation, and sexual abuse allegedly committed against patrons. WARNING: The third-party footage contained in this article is not suitable for sensitive viewers. Some of the videos circulating online were
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Who is Ashley St Clair? – Woman claims she birthed Elon Musk’s 13th child
Ashley St. Clair claims she secretly gave birth to Elon Musk’s 13th child, revealing details about their alleged relationship and the secrecy surrounding their son’s birth.
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SASSA deadline for Postbank black card swap extended: Here’s everything you must know
SASSA has extended the deadline for beneficiaries to switch from the Gold Card to the Postbank Black Card.
Crime
Death of Muhsin Hendricks reverberates across the world
Pioneering openly gay imam Muhsin Hendricks was shot dead in Bethelsdorp, Eastern Cape, after reportedly officiating a lesbian wedding.
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Flood alert: Up to 50mm of heavy rain expected in these parts of South Africa this week
The South African Weather Service has issued a flood alert, warning of up to 50mm of rain in these provinces this week.
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Vereeniging and these Gauteng suburbs affected by Rand Water outage
A power outage at Rand Water’s Lethabo Pumping Station has caused major water disruptions in Gauteng, affecting multiple municipalities, including Vereeniging and Johannesburg.
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Gautrain services to Rosebank remain offline: Here are the latest updates
Gautrain services between Park and Rosebank stations remain suspended after illegal drilling caused water and soil seepage into the tunnel.
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Chidimma Adetshina’s mother arrested in Cape Town: Here’s what we know
Chidimma Adetshina’s mother, Anabela Rungo, has been detained in Cape Town after authorities found she remained in SA illegally. Here’s what we know.
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Who is Alice Weidel? – What you must know about Germany’s next possible president
Alice Weidel, the far-right AfD leader, is shaking up Germany’s elections with nationalist rhetoric. Here’s what you must know.
Technology
TikTok returns to US App Store as questions on ownership linger
TikTok has officially returned to the US App Store after President Donald Trump delayed the enforcement of a nationwide ban, but questions remain over the app’s long-term future.
International
Drake swings at everyone but Kendrick Lamar on ‘Gimme A Hug’
Drake takes shots at his critics on ‘Gimme A Hug’ but avoids addressing Kendrick Lamar directly.
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Korsten businessman kidnapped at Quest petrol station [video]
A Gqeberha businessman was kidnapped at a Korsten petrol station in broad daylight, caught on CCTV. Authorities are investigating possible links to a kidnapping syndicate in the Eastern Cape.
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King Misuzulu fears his life is in danger in desperate letter to Ramaphosa
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini has written to President Cyril Ramaphosa, pleading for his security to be restored after his protection detail was reduced without explanation.
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Ramaphosa slams the gauntlet on land expropriation without compensation
President Cyril Ramaphosa defended the Expropriation Act in his SONA reply, dismissing fears of land grabs.
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Ramaphosa 2025 SONA reply: How to watch live in South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to respond to the 2025 SONA debate today. Here’s how to watch live in South Africa.
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Water outages force Gauteng High Court to shut down
Gauteng High Court was forced to shut down due to ongoing water outages in Johannesburg, as Rand Water warns of critically low reservoir levels.
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Sonell Joubert: Woman charged with Lowhills farm murder set for bail ruling
Sonell Joubert, accused of murdering Jurgen Nel at Lowhills Farm, will hear her bail ruling on Thursday.
Crime
Bodies of missing Soweto couple recovered from Klip River
The bodies of a missing Soweto couple were found inside a submerged car in the Klip River after a two-week search. Police are investigating how the vehicle ended up in the water.