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City Power outage will affect these areas on Sunday, 26 May 2024
The City of Johannesburg has announced a scheduled power outage on Sunday, 26 May 2024, from 06:00 to 14:00, affecting these areas.
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EFF Tshwane shutdown: Road closures for Thursday, 23 May 2024
The EFF shutdown in Tshwane on Thursday, 23 May 2024, will result in significant road closures. Here's what you must know.
Viral News
Bandile Shabalala: Outrage soars over Shoprite’s ‘blanket’ statement
Outrage rises over the death of Bandile Shabalala in a Shoprite cold storage room, as the company awaits a police investigation before taking action.
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Gauteng sets aside R45 million to reopen Johannesburg City Library in 2025
The city has begun the procurement process to appoint service providers who will handle these critical upgrades.
Crime
Police arrest two more suspects in Ditebogo Phalane murder
One of the suspects was out on bail, police confirmed,
Crime
Senzo Meyiwa trial: Data analyst links suspects with damning cellphone evidence
A data analyst linked suspects in the Senzo Meyiwa trial with damning cellphone evidence.
Viral News
Watch: Tembisa School of Specialisation security fires gun at pupils [video]
A security guard at Tembisa School of Specialisation was caught on camera firing a gun at pupils.
![Watch: Tembisa School of Specialisation security fires gun at pupils [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/swisherpost-tembisa-school-of-specialisation-768x512.jpg)
Crime
Tensions escalate outside Ratanda Shoprite after teen freezes to death
A 13-year-old boy died after allegedly being locked in a cold room overnight at the Ratanda Shoprite supermarket in Heidelberg.
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N12 West highway crash forces full closure near Edenvale exit [video]
A major crash on the N12 West near the Edenvale exit has forced a full highway closure, with law enforcement redirecting traffic.
![N12 West highway crash forces full closure near Edenvale exit [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/swisherpost-n12-west-highway-crash-768x512.jpg)
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Pikitup strike rages on Monday, 20 May 2024: Here are the routes to avoid
The Pikitup strike continues on Monday, 20 May 2024, causing significant disruptions. Here are the routes to avoid due to the ongoing protest.
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Tshwane shutdown: Roads you must avoid on Monday, 20 May 2024
A Tshwane shutdown is expected on Monday, 20 May 2024, with potential roadblocks and violent protests in Pretoria West. Here are the roads to avoid.
Viral News
Watch: Laudium police caught on camera belittling plaintiff [video]
A man captured footage of Laudium police laughing at him for filing a criminal complaint.
![Watch: Laudium police caught on camera belittling plaintiff [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/swisherpost-laudium-police-768x512.jpg)
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Pikitup protests: Contract workers tired of paying R5,000 bribe for jobs
Pikitup employees leading protests in Randburg claim they have to fork out R5,000 in bribes to retain permanent employment.
Crime
Pretoria police make major breakthrough in Ditebogo Phalane murder
Pretoria police have arrested two suspects linked to the murder of five-year-old Ditebogo Phalane. Here's what we know.
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Alexandra protests disrupt traffic on Thursday, 16 May 2024: Here’s what you must know
The unrest in Alexandra surfaces a day after Pikitup employees wreaked havoc in centre city Johannesburg.
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Joburg CBD protests: Here are the latest updates on Wednesday, 15 May 2024
Protests erupted in the Joburg CBD on Wednesday, with streets blocked off by piles of rubbish. Here's what we know.
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Protests break out in Ennerdale: Here’s everything we know [video]
Tensions rise in Ennerdale as residents protest against ongoing land invasions.
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Crime
Gang leader linked to Shamshudeen Faki kidnapping killed in shootout
A suspect linked to the kidnapping of businessman Shamshudeen Faki was killed in a police shootout on the N12 in Johannesburg.
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M1 fire repair work: Power outage earmarked for these Braamfontein streets
Repair efforts following a fire on the M1 will lead to temporary power outages in several Braamfontein streets, on Monday.
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These Tshwane bus service routes will be affected by protests on Monday, 13 May 2024
Protests scheduled for Monday in Tshwane are expected to disrupt bus services on specific routes during morning shifts.
Crime
Toddler shot and killed in brazen Soshanguve hijacking
In Soshanguve, a young child was tragically killed during a vehicle hijacking, prompting a massive search for the perpetrators.
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M1 highway power restoration means these areas are still without electricity
After a cable theft-induced fire under the M1 highway, power restoration efforts continue, leaving certain areas without electricity.
Crime
Soshanguve Sasol targeted in brazen ATM bombing
A Sasol station in Soshanguve becomes the latest site of an ATM bombing, with the suspects still at large and the cash recovery uncertain.
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Eqinisweni Secondary School suicides puzzle Gauteng Education Dept
The Gauteng Education Department is investigating after four Eqinisweni Secondary School students died by alleged suicide within ten days.
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Eskom hauls City Power to court over R1.07 billion debt bill
Eskom has taken legal action against City Power, seeking a declaratory order for the payment of a R1.07 billion debt.
Viral News
Watch: Glenvista High pupil caught on camera assaulting teacher [video]
A video showing a Glenvista High School pupil and teacher involved in a physical altercation has spread widely online.
![Watch: Glenvista High pupil caught on camera assaulting teacher [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/swisherpost-glenvista-high-school-teacher-video-768x512.jpg)
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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.
Crime
Watch: Tshwane traffic officer accused of aiding in brazen truck hijacking [video]
A Tshwane traffic officer was caught on camera possibly aiding in a brazen truck hijacking. Here's what we know.
![Watch: Tshwane traffic officer accused of aiding in brazen truck hijacking [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/swisherpost-tshwane-truck-hijacking-768x512.jpg)
Local
Dingaan Thobela dies: Cause of death, biography, reactions
Former boxing world champion Dingaan Thobela was found dead in his Johannesburg flat.
Crime
Suspects linked to notorious ‘blue light gang’ killed in police shootout
Three suspects were fatally shot, while one gang member managed to flee the scene on foot.
