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Boardwalk Urban Village Midrand complex gutted by fire
A fire broke out at the Boardwalk Urban Village complex in Midrand, affecting around 130 apartments. Here’s everything we know so far.
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Pretoria township devastated by fire
By the time the fire was brought under control over 800 homes were destroyed affecting about 2,600 residents.
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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.
![Johannesburg Country Club cause of fire still under investigation [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/swisherpost-johannesburg-country-club-fire-768x512.jpg)
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Survivors mark anniversary of tragic Marshalltown fire
100 people gather at Usindiso building to light candles.
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Marshalltown fire survivors to launch class action against City of Johannesburg
A year after the tragedy, survivors and families of those who died in the Usindiso building want compensation
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Cause of Drakensberg resort fire still unknown as investigations continue
Gale-force winds accelerated the fire’s descent down the mountainside, quickly engulfing the chalets and main building.
Viral News
Watch: Katlehong mob torches Pastor Mboro’s church [video]
Pastor Mboro's church was set on fire by an angry mob in Katlehong following his arrest over the Matsediso Primary School incident.
![Watch: Katlehong mob torches Pastor Mboro’s church [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/swisherpost-pastor-mboro-church-768x512.jpg)
Viral News
Braamfontein student residence goes up in flames: Here’s what we know [video]
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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Mitchells Plain family killed in devastating house fire
The City’s Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that the fire broke out in a double-storey dwelling in Strandfontein, Mitchells Plain.
Travel
Nile Air Airbus catches fire on takeoff at Dammam Airport [video]
Dammam Airport management issued a statement regarding the incident, confirming that emergency teams had responded swiftly and effectively.
![Nile Air Airbus catches fire on takeoff at Dammam Airport [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/swisherpost-nile-air-airbus-dammam-airport-768x512.jpg)
Local
Inno Sadiki house goes up in flames after cryptic post about fire [video]
Actress Inno Sadiki and her husband lost their home in a devastating inferno shortly after she shared a cryptic post about fire on Instagram.
![Inno Sadiki house goes up in flames after cryptic post about fire [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/swisherpost-inno-sadiki-house-fire-768x512.jpg)
Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Bus fire in Cape Town CBD caught on camera [video]
The bus, a long-distance vehicle, was fully engulfed in flames by the time fire crews arrived.
![Watch: Bus fire in Cape Town CBD caught on camera [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/swisherpost-cape-town-bus-fire-768x512.jpg)
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China Mart engulfed in fire: Here’s what we know [video]
A massive fire broke out at China Mart in Johannesburg, engulfing the building in flames. Here’s what we know so far.
![China Mart engulfed in fire: Here’s what we know [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/swisherpost-china-mart-fire-768x512.jpg)
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Fire breaks out near King Shaka International Airport: Here’s what we know
A veld fire near King Shaka International Airport has caused significant traffic disruptions amid ongoing taxi protests in Durban.
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Cause of M1 highway fire revealed: Here’s what you must know
Criminal activities have been identified as the cause of the recent M1 highway fire in Johannesburg.
Cape Town Buzz
Table Mountain fire latest updates: These hiking trails are closed on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
Due to ongoing flare-ups on Table Mountain, several key hiking trails will remain closed on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
Cape Town Buzz
Table Mountain fire: These hiking trails are closed off on Sunday, 28 April 2024
Recent fires on Table Mountain, sparked by lightning, have led to the closure of multiple hiking trails.
Viral News
Historic Børsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen goes up in flames [video]
A fire has severely damaged the historic Børsen Stock Exchange in Copenhagen, Denmark. Here's everything we know.
![Historic Børsen Stock Exchange building in Copenhagen goes up in flames [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/swisherpost-borsen-Stock-Exchange-building-fire-768x512.jpg)
Cape Town Buzz
Devil’s Peak fire: Here are the latest updates
A fire erupted on the slopes of Devil’s Peak, challenging firefighters with strong winds and a rapidly spreading blaze.
Viral News
Watch: Putco bus catches flames with passengers on board [video]
A Putco bus went up in flames with passengers onboard, on Wednesday morning, and the entire ordeal was caught on camera.
![Watch: Putco bus catches flames with passengers on board [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/swisherpost-putco-bus-fire-768x512.jpg)
Cape Town Buzz
MyCiti bus fire causes traffic congestion on N2 highway [video]
A MyCiti bus that caught fire on the N2 inbound highway.
![MyCiti bus fire causes traffic congestion on N2 highway [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/swisherpost-myciti-bus-fire-cape-town-fire-video-768x512.jpg)
Cape Town Buzz
What caused Brandvlei Prison fire? – Here’s everything we know
The Brandvlei Prison fire was contained with no casualties recorded. Here's everything we know.
Cape Town Buzz
Here’s how many fire incidents Cape Town recorded this summer
Cape Town fire incidents increase 12% from the previous year and set a record for the most hectic period in the last four years.
News
Watch: Another building fire in Johannesburg CBD [video]
Fire engulfs a building in Johannesburg CBD, with fire and rescue services on the scene.
![Watch: Another building fire in Johannesburg CBD [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/swisherpost-building-fire-johannesburg-cbd-768x512.jpg)
Cape Town Buzz
Fire-ravaged Khayelitsha Library closed indefinitely
Khayelitsha Library is closed indefinitely after a fire, sparked by an explosion in the server room, wreaked havoc.
Cape Town Buzz
Pringle Bay households evacuated as fire flares up on fourth day [video]
Pringle Bay faces an intense wildfire on its fourth day, leading to the evacuation of Ceasar Road residents.
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Cape Town Buzz
Watch: Pringle Bay fire gains significant momentum on Day 3 [video]
The Pringle Bay fire intensifies on its third day, challenging firefighters and the community. Here are the latest updates.
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Cape Town Buzz
Pringle Bay fire: Mass evacuation underway as blaze intensifies [video]
An emergency evacuation is underway in Pringle Bay as fires intensify.
![Pringle Bay fire: Mass evacuation underway as blaze intensifies [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/swisherpost-pringle-bay-bettys-bay-fire-768x512.jpg)
Cape Town Buzz
Fire-ravaged Tygerberg Nature Reserve closed: Here’s what you must know
Tygerberg Nature Reserve in Cape Town has been temporarily closed following a recent fire.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town fire: City stretches resources to combat blazes at Table Mountain and Tygerberg Hills
Extensive fires at Table Mountain and Tygerberg Hills in Cape Town, on Saturday, trigger large-scale firefighting operations by the City.
