Andiswa Mengo crumbles under pressure as cross-examination heats up
Mbenenge’s lawyer, Advocate Muzi Sikhakhane, pressed Mengo on discrepancies between her signed and unsigned statements.
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Janusz Waluś spews bigotry in new disturbing interview
In the interview, Waluś said he believes that black people are “not equipped to rule a country” and described white people as the “superior race.”
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Saturday, 25 January 2025
Stay updated with the South Africa weather forecast for Friday, 24 January 2025. Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected in several regions.
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JP Smith and other Cape Town top officials offices raided
Police raided the offices of Cape Town MMCs JP Smith and Xanthea Limberg on Friday, linked to an investigation into tender fraud. Here’s what we know so far.
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Timothy van Asche: Search for Gauteng man ends in tragedy
Van Asche was last seen on CCTV footage leaving his home in the early hours of Monday morning, driving his Mitsubishi SUV.
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US federal judge blocks Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order
In a fiery exchange, Judge Coughenour expressed scepticism toward the administration’s legal arguments.
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DA vows to challenge Ramaphosa’s ‘partisan’ decision to assent to Expropriation Bill
The party argued that the Bill’s provisions for “nil compensation” in certain circumstances, such as land held for speculation or abandoned properties, risk creating loopholes for abuse and could discourage investment.
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SASSA SRD grant regulations are unconstitutional, Gauteng court rules
The court struck down the current R370 SRD grant amount as unconstitutional, citing that it fails to meet the basic needs of South Africans amidst rising living costs and inflation.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Friday, 24 January 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Thursday, 23 January 2025: Fire danger in Northern Cape, heatwave in Eastern Cape, with warm conditions countrywide.
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Ramaphosa signs Expropriation Bill into law: Here’s what happens next
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Expropriation Bill into law, replacing the 1975 apartheid-era act.
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EFF rioters clash with security forces outside Umhlathuze Municipal offices [video]
EFF protesters clashed with riot police outside the Umhlathuze Municipality offices on Thursday, demanding the removal of three expelled councillors.
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Tshwane e-hailers bring CBD to standstill in anti-impound protests
Tshwane e-hailers staged a major protest on Thursday, disrupting traffic across the CBD as they voiced frustrations over vehicle impoundments and delayed permit processing.
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Iraqi Parliament passes law that could make child marriages legal
Under the newly passed amendments, clerics will be permitted to govern family issues according to their interpretations of Islamic law.
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New high court ruling holds implications for guns in South Africa
A landmark High Court decision is expected to reshape firearm regulations in South Africa
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Thursday, 23 January 2025
South Africa weather forecast for Wednesday, 22 January 2025: Severe storms, winds, and high fire risks to affect various provinces. Read more.
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SASSA payment dates for February 2025 confirmed
SASSA announces February 2025 grant payment dates and SRD updates amid heightened security measures to combat fraud.
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SASSA to suspend SRD grants where fraud is suspected
But the electronic system which allows beneficiaries to prove their identities has also been suspended.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Wednesday, 22 January 2025
Stay informed with the latest South Africa weather forecast for Tuesday, 21 January 2025. Severe weather warnings include thunderstorms and disruptive rain.
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President Trump signs executive order that could affect South Africa
President Donald Trump’s executive order halting US foreign aid for review could impact South Africa. Here’s what it means for bilateral relations.
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Donald Trump inauguration: How to watch live in South Africa
Trump has stated his inaugural address will focus on unity and optimism, contrasting with his 2017 speech, which painted a stark picture of a struggling nation.
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EFF to report Kenny Kunene to SAHRC over ‘skinning’ illegal miners
The EFF, in a statement, characterised his comments as “sadistic and dehumanising,” and accused him of using xenophobic rhetoric to gain electoral support.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Monday, 20 January 2025
Stay informed with the latest South Africa weather forecast for Monday, 20 January 2025, highlighting severe weather alerts and provincial updates.
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Gaza ceasefire comes into effect: Here are the latest developments
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees reported that 4,000 truckloads of aid, half carrying food and flour, are prepared to enter Gaza.
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Diepsloot woman who dumped her infant in pit toilet admitted to hospital
The infant’s condition has not been disclosed, but authorities have confirmed that medical intervention was provided.
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Private sector taunted about DTI’s R100bn black transformation fund
Critics, including the Democratic Alliance, argue that the fund risks becoming a mismanaged “slush fund.”
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King Misuzulu pulls royal wedding in a fiery letter
Despite the significant implications of the letter, its authenticity has not been confirmed by the Royal Office.
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South Africa weather today: Here’s the forecast for Sunday, 19 January 2025
South Africa weather forecast: Severe thunderstorms, fire danger warnings, and extreme heat are expected across several provinces today, 19 January 2025.
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SAHPRA warns of increased brain tumour risk with specific contraceptive use
MPA-containing products registered in South Africa are Depo-Provera, Provera, Petogen, Medroxyprogesterone Mylan, Sayana, Omrastoz, Trivina, and Triclogyn.
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Donald Trump inauguration: Date, what to expect, watch live in South Africa
Donald Trump’s inauguration takes place on January 20, 2025. Here’s what to expect from the ceremony and how to watch it live in South Africa.
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Eskom on course to achieve 300 days of zero loadshedding
Eskom’s stable grid reaches new heights as South Africa nears 300 days of zero loadshedding. Here’s what this means for winter.