Watch live: Longwe Twala returns to court over theft case
Longwe Twala returns to the Randburg Magistrate’s Court in connection with a theft case involving his father, Sello Chicco Twala.
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Watch: Hot air balloon crashes in Camperdown [video]
A hot air balloon crashed in Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal, with no injuries reported.
Crime
Nigerian drug mule caught at OR Tambo Airport with cocaine stashed in airport headphones
A Nigerian drug mule was arrested at OR Tambo Airport with cocaine hidden in airline headphones.
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Renaldo Gouws booted from Democratic Alliance: Here’s what we know
The DA terminates Renaldo Gouws’ membership following a FedEx decision amid controversy over racial slur allegations.
Crime
Hermanus pastor sentenced to 22 years for teen rape
Hermanus pastor Marshall Dicks was sentenced to 22 years in prison for raping a teen girl, with DNA evidence linking him to the crime.
Crime
Richards Bay teen wanted for murder captured after hitching ride from police officer
A 19-year-old suspect wanted for the murder of Khanya Mthembu was arrested in Richards Bay after hitching a ride from an undercover police officer.
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‘He sold SAA for R51’ – Social media celebrates death of Pravin Gordhan
The death of Pravin Gordhan sparked mixed reactions, with several prominent voices blasting the former minister for ‘selling SAA for R51’.
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Pravin Gordhan dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan died on Friday, 13 September 2024. Here’s the latest on his cause of death.
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Roman’s Pizza clears the air about Mayfield Square scandal
Roman’s Pizza faces a public backlash after a video showed employees allegedly reusing pizza boxes at the Mayfield Square branch.
Crime
Notorious Cape Town hitman gets 57 years for triple murder
Enrico Slawers was found guilty of gunning down three individuals in November 2022.
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Eskom seizes Emfuleni municipality’s four bank accounts over R8bn debt
Eskom freezes Emfuleni Municipality’s bank accounts over R8bn debt, impacting service delivery. Here’s what it means and Eskom’s larger debt challenges.
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DA minister caught in crossfire as BELA Bill awaits Ramaphosa’s signature
President Cyril Ramaphosa will sign the controversial BELA Bill into law, sparking political tensions in the GNU.
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Five Steve Biko quotes that are relevant in 2024
Steve Biko’s powerful words still hold remarkable relevance in 2024.
News
Parents face heavy consequences if the BELA Bill becomes law – Here’s why
The BELA Bill, passed by the NCOP, could significantly alter school governance and parental rights in South Africa if it becomes law.
International
Kendrick Lamar drops ‘Watch the Party Die’: Here’s the complete breakdown
Kendrick Lamar dropped ‘Watch the Party Die’ amid the 2024 VMAs, addressing materialism in the music industry.
Sports
Rachael Gunn tops breakdancing world rankings
Rachael Gunn, despite a controversial Olympic showing, retains the top spot in breakdancing world rankings, sparking further debate over her qualification process.
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SAA earns R7.3bn in passenger revenue with fleet of 13 aircraft
South African Airways (SAA) posts R7.3 billion in revenue for 2023/24, with new routes planned to DRC and Tanzania.
Crime
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer bail denied: Here’s the latest
Accused Kirsten Kluyts killer, Bafana Mahungela, lost his bail bid after presenting new evidence in court.
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Johannesburg Country Club cause of fire still under investigation [video]
A fire broke out at Johannesburg Country Club on Tuesday, causing extensive damage. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Crime
Eight suspects linked to City of Cape Town tender fraud arrested in sting operation
In a statement issued by the Western Cape SAPS on Tuesday, the department confirmed that four of the suspects were apprehended in Johannesburg, while the others were arrested in Cape Town and the Eastern Cape.
Crime
Seven KZN officers charged with extortion unmasked in court
Eight suspects, seven of whom are SAPS officers, appeared in a Durban court on extortion charges after allegedly demanding R100,000 from a Phoenix shop owner.
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Vapes set to be strictly regulated under new tobacco law
South Africa’s Health Department aims to regulate vaping products under the new tobacco law, with stricter advertising, packaging, and sales restrictions.
International
Kendrick Lamar hinted at his Super Bowl Halftime Show during the Drake beef
Kendrick Lamar’s Drake diss track may have teased his Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner status. Here’s how we, at Swisher Post, connected the dots.
Crime
Cape Town gangland: 22 killed in violent week of crime
Multiple neighbourhoods were affected by the violence, including Delft, Manenberg, and Lavender Hill, where communities faced the brunt of gang warfare.
Crime
Armand Swart murder linked to Transnet tender fraud
New developments reveal the murder of Armand Swart is linked to Transnet tender fraud.
News
Gayton McKenzie incites xenophobia with latest claims about spaza shops
Minister Gayton McKenzie’s claims about foreign-run spaza shops selling harmful products raise concerns of inciting xenophobia, amid government plans to regulate the industry.
Crime
Cape Town family rescued from horror kidnapping
A Cape Town family was rescued from a kidnapping ordeal, with the suspect set to appear in court on Monday, 9 September 2024.
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Justice Minister Thembisile Simelane grilled over R575,600 VBS loan
Justice Minister Thembisile Simelane faced tough questions in Parliament over her R575,600 loan from VBS Mutual Bank, on Friday.
Crime
Rebecca Cheptegei brutal murder sends shockwaves across global athletics
Ugandan marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei died after being set alight by her ex-boyfriend in Kenya. Here’s what we know.
Crime
‘Dalinzolo Mareke was not a traditional leader’, AbaThembu kingdom confirms
AbaThembu kingdom clarifies that Dalinzolo Mareke was not a traditional leader. Mareke was killed during a police shootout amid suspicions of extortion involvement.