City of Tshwane implements emergency eight-hour water outages: These areas will be affected
Residents in several Tshwane suburbs will be impacted during the emergency shutdown.
News
Crime
Wisconsin school shooting claims two lives: Here are the latest updates
Reports suggest that Natalie Rupnow may have exhibited concerning behaviour in the days leading up to the tragedy.
Sports
CAF Awards 2024: Ademola Lookman edges Ronwen Williams for the African Ballon d’Or
Ademola Lookman beats Ronwen Williams to win the CAF Men’s Player of the Year award.
News
Rand Water completes 86-hour Johannesburg water maintenance
While Eikenhof resumed pumping late on Monday evening, the gradual recovery of reservoirs means some areas will continue to experience water outages in the short term.
Crime
Former Pretoria school principal arrested and charged with child pornography
The former school principal will make his first court appearance on Tuesday, 17 December 2024.
Lifestyle
The US will have a new social security retirement age in 2025: Here’s how it affects South Africans
The changes to the US Social Security system carry potential implications for South African expatriates living or working in the United States.
News
Watch live: Jacob Zuma speech at the MK Party first anniversary rally [video]
The event, marking the party’s rise since its formation last year, has drawn thousands of supporters and political observers.
News
EFF elects new Top Six leaders at National People’s Assembly
Julius Malema was re-elected as party president, solidifying his role at the helm of the organisation since its founding in 2013.
International
Tony Buzbee goes dark after Jay-Z rape accuser doubles back on allegations
Jay-Z’s team is requesting the court dismiss the case and indicated that they plan to pursue disciplinary action against Tony Buzbee and the lawyers involved.
News
Matla Power Station incident injures nine, no impact on loadshedding outlook
Eskom reported that technical teams began inspecting the site at first light on Friday to determine the extent of the damage and plan the necessary repairs.
Travel
ACSA prepares for record-breaking festive season travel amid fuel scrutiny
ACSA faces festive season travel pressures amid fallout from O.R. Tambo fuel disruption and allegations of financial instability.
News
Two Limpopo learners tragically take their own lives after failing Grade 10
Two Grade 10 learners in Limpopo tragically took their own lives after failing their exams.
Crime
Gangland presence looms at court appearance for Mark Lifman murder suspects
Among those in attendance were alleged gang leader Jerome “Donkie” Booysen, his son Joel Booysen, and business associate Andre Naude.
News
Zama Zama threats delay power restoration in Carletonville
Eskom’s technicians have been working around the clock to expedite repairs, but threats from illegal mining activities in the area have hindered progress.
Cape Town Buzz
Five drownings reported in Cape Town this week
Cape Town records five drownings in one week as festive season safety preparations ramp up.
News
One in five spaza shops registered in Gauteng are foreign-owned
Of the total applications, 2,605 were submitted by foreign nationals, revealing that one in five spaza shops in the province is foreign-owned.
Viral News
Marcus Fakana: UK govt accused of abandoning teen arrested for dating in Dubai
Marcus Fakana faces a harsh prison sentence for striking up a fling with a teen traveller while on holiday in Dubai.
News
No booze, weapons allowed at MK Party first anniversary rally
The MK Party prepares for its first anniversary rally in Durban on 15 December 2024. Highlights include Jacob Zuma’s address, logistical challenges, and unsold gala packages.
News
Prolonged water outages announced for parts of Johannesburg in December
Johannesburg faces water outages starting Friday, 13 December 2024 due to Rand Water maintenance. Areas like Soweto, Randburg, and Parktown will experience disruptions for up to 86 hours.
Crime
Inside job suspected in Limpopo stokvel robbery
A Limpopo stokvel group was robbed in Strydkraal Block A village earlier this week and police suspect the crime may have involved insider information.
Crime
Bodycam footage of Luigi Mangione arrest coming soon, Altoona police confirm
Luigi Mangione was detained after an employee at McDonald’s recognised him from widely circulated police images.
International
Tony Buzbee accuses Jay-Z of bribery in new filing
Tony Buzbee claims that these alleged attempts to pay clients to sue his firm constitute a crime.
Crime
Adv. Thulani Mngomezulu dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
According to the family, Mngomezulu died in the early hours of Tuesday at Thelle Moroerane Hospital in Vosloorus, Gauteng.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town water quality report: Beaches flagged as unsafe this week
The latest report reveals several Cape Town beaches with unsafe levels of enterococci bacteria.
Travel
FlySafair slams ACSA over ‘catastrophic’ fuel disruption
In a statement, FlySafair placed the blame squarely on ACSA for the refuelling chaos that delayed numerous flights.
Sports
Mamelodi Sundowns announce new head coach after sacking Manqoba Mngqithi
The club confirmed the news on Tuesday, shortly after parting ways with long-serving coach Manqoba Mngqithi.
Technology
Surprise solar flare to graze Earth on Wednesday, 11 December 2024
A surprise solar flare is set to graze Earth on Wednesday. Here’s how this space weather event might affect South Africans.
Travel
Mozambique protests lead to over 13,000 tourist booking cancellations
Protests in Mozambique have led to the cancellation of over 13,000 tourist bookings, disrupted cross-border trade at the Lebombo border, and left truck drivers vulnerable to rising criminal activity.
News
Pretoria Girls High, GDE clash in court over racial discrimination report
Pretoria Girls High and the Gauteng Department of Education appear in court over a report on systemic racial discrimination. Here’s the latest on the case.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town police investigate alleged explosive device at Jewish Community Centre
Cape Town police are investigating an alleged explosive device at the Jewish Community Centre. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis confirms Metro Police are assisting SAPS and the Hawks in the investigation.