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National shutdown: Areas where protests may break out on Monday 23 August
Police say they are well-prepared to meet any violence with brute force.
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EFF protest in Phoenix: Racial tensions on edge in anti-Indian march
The EFF protest in Phoenix kicks off this morning and here is what's been planned thus far:
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EFF Phoenix protest: DA launches bid to prevent ‘race baiting’ march
The DA's John Steenhuisen has accused the EFF of spreading anti-Indian sentiments after word got out that Malema's party is planning a protest in Phoenix.
Crime
Phoenix murders: Police release update on investigation
Minister Bheki Cele confirmed that the role of private security firms in the Phoenix murders that left 36 victims killed, is being investigated.
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Shutdown riots: SA govt announced these interventions
The government is redirecting more than R1.2 billion to assist businesses affected by the shutdown riots. Here's how business can apply for funding:
Crime
Phoenix mass murderers still not charged, here’s what Cele said
A team of investigators is probing the Phoenix massacre but to this day, no suspects have been arrested.
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Phoenix massacre: DA’s Dean Macpherson supports armed civilians
DA leader Dean Macpherson believes armed residents in Phoenix should not stand down.
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Watch: Sihle Zikalala caught on film assaulting a civilian [video]
Premier Sihle Zikalala appeared to be visibly flustered when he lost his cool and started beating up a suspected looter on live television.
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Afrox in flames: Explosion linked to shutdown riots [video]
The Afrox facility has been torched. Early indications suggest that this may be linked to the shutdown riots.
Crime
Phoenix massacre: Dead bodies flood streets in civilian war [video]
Racial lines have been drawn in Phoenix where an unconfirmed number of deaths were reported after Wednesday's clashes.
Crime
KZN Game warehouse looted – Here are the latest updates [video]
Looters are wiping out stock at the Game warehouse in Newlands East, KZN, without a single law enforcement official or SANDF soldier in sight.
Crime
Umzinto prison chaos: Inmate dies in escape attempt [video]
An inmate is believed to have died attempting to escape during the Umzinto prison riots. Here's what we know.
Crime
Watch: Durban Metro police accused of looting will be probed [video]
Durban Metro police say the video showing three officers loading looted goods into a minivan may have been misinterpreted.
Crime
Watch: SA shutdown videos of all the looting and destruction [video]
South Africa is engulfed in an inferno set off by protesters who want Jacob Zuma out of jail.
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SANDF officially deployed to contain SA shutdown in Gauteng, KZN [video]
Calls are growing for Ramaphosa to declare a state of emergency and deploy the SANDF to Gauteng and KZN.
Crime
Watch: KZN shutdown rioters loot KwaMashu supermarket [video]
A Boxer supermarket was looted. Sources say this is linked to the KZN shutdown.
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KZN shutdown: Zuma protesters demand his release from prison [video]
Parts of KZN could be rendered inoperable by supporters who want Jacob Zuma out of prison by tomorrow.
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Pietermaritzburg High Court dismisses Jacob Zuma arrest challenge
Scenes in KZN are expected to turn for the worst after the Pietermaritzburg High Court dismissed Zuma's application.
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Hibberdene protests: Roads blocked, freight trucks looted [video]
Hibberdene protesters have resorted to looting and destroying property in their fight for better service delivery.
Crime
Isipingo cocaine bust: Police seize ‘blow’ worth R243m
541kg of cocaine hidden in TikTok-branded bricks was seized in Isipingo.
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KwaHlathi diamond rush: KZN authorities clash with illegal miners [video]
A superspreader is emerging from KwaHlathi, KZN, where scores of people have gathered in search of diamonds.
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Watch: Pearls of Umhlanga hotel on fire [video]
Pearls of Umhlanga, Durban's crown residential resort, was on fire earlier this morning.
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Watch: Foreign nationals storm Newcastle police station [video]
The large group of foreign nationals accused Newcastle police of murdering one of their own.
Crime
Scottsville shooting: Police kill seven wanted suspects [video]
Police say Pietermaritzburg's most-feared crime boss was killed in the bloody Scottsville shooting.
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Zuma trial: Msholozi’s chess move against Downer could spell acquittal
Jacob Zuma could have it his way with the courts yet again if Adv Billy Downer is recused.
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Watch: Footage of KZN tanker crash released [video]
Seven charred bodies were pulled out of the carnage.
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Louwsburg protests: Road closures for Wednesday 5 May 2021
Protesters in Louwsburg, KZN, dug a deep trench on the ever-busy R69 road, effectively blocking traffic between Vryheid and Pongola.
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Umgeni Helicopter crash – Here’s the latest [video]
A helicopter crash in Umgeni, KZN, has resulted in the death of two occupants. Here's all we know about the incident:
Crime
Pietermaritzburg prison break: Police release fugitive mugshots
16 Pietermaritzburg fugitives are still at large and police have released their mugshots.
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Queen Shiyiwe Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu dies – Here’s what we know
Queen Shiyiwe Mantfombi Dlamini-Zulu passed away two days after she was rushed to hospital. Here's what we know: