News
Snowfall disrupts key routes in parts of Eastern Cape on Tuesday, 5 November 2024
Heavy snowfall disrupts parts of the Eastern Cape on Tuesday, with road closures expected in high-altitude areas.
Crime
Mooi River police shootout ends with four suspects killed
In a high-stakes police shootout near Mooi River, four suspects, including a most-wanted hitman linked to taxi-related murders, were killed.
News
Pretoria Girls High School principal reinstated after explosive report findings
Despite the investigation’s findings, the GDE’s decision to reinstate Mrs Erasmus has received support from the Democratic Alliance (DA).
Crime
Off-duty cop killed in bizarre shootout with Eastern Cape police
An off-duty police sergeant was fatally shot in a strange encounter with Eastern Cape police after reportedly opening fire on his colleagues.
Cape Town Buzz
City of Cape Town power update for Tuesday, 5 November 2024
On Tuesday, residents connected to the City of Cape Town will be protected from blackouts.
News
Mister Sweet strike ends: workers to return to work next week
Workers agree to Premier’s initial offer of a 7% increase.
Cape Town Buzz
Gugulethu protesters demand update on new hospital
While most residents agree they desperately need a new hospital, some don’t want to lose a popular sports field.
Crime
Lawyer charged with attempted murder released on bail
Rael Kassel’s ex-partner fears for her safety.
News
Mamelodi residents struggle to claim UIF as labour office closed
The department says it shut the offices out of safety concerns in August after sporadic service delivery protests.
News
Patients cross river and bush to get to nearest clinic
Eastern Cape Department of Health says there’s no budget to build a clinic for residents of Sicweza village just outside Flagstaff.
News
How the Legal Resources Centre has fought for human rights
Speech by Geoff Budlender on accepting the fourth George Bizos Human Rights Award.
News
Blooming good: How a desert garden is saving endangered plants
The Richtersveld Desert Botanical Garden is a lifeline for plants species endemic to the region.
Crime
Man sentenced to life in prison for raping relative
The accused was sentenced on Thursday for raping his cousin at Phikela village in Giyani on 13 November 2020.
Lifestyle
Daily Lotto results: Here are the payouts for Monday, 4 November 2024
Here's a look at Monday's Daily Lotto payouts.
News
Committee welcomes prevention of R3.47 billion in financial losses
This resulted in 500 MIs on material financial loss, 51 MIs on substantial harm to the general public, 66 MIs on substantial harm to public sector institutions and 9 MIs on misuse on material public resource.
News
Eskom saves R13.7 billion on diesel
While loadshedding remains suspended, Eskom continues to face network overloading issues in certain local areas due to illegal connections, vandalism, meter tampering, unauthorised network operations, theft of network equipment, and purchasing electricity from unlicensed vendors.
Lifestyle
Daily Lotto results: Winning numbers for Monday, 4 November 2024
Tonight's Daily Lotto estimated jackpot total is a guaranteed R400,000.00! Here are the winning numbers.
News
Durban weather: Cato Ridge taxi collision kills one, several injured
Heavy rainfall in Durban caused multiple accidents on Monday, including a fatal taxi crash in Cato Ridge. Here’s what to expect for Tuesday’s weather.
News
South Africa weather forecast for Tuesday, 5 November 2024
The SA Weather Service has issued the following weather warnings for Tuesday, 5 November 2024:
News
Specialised committee begins probe into racism in Hartbeespoort
A steering committee has begun its investigation into racism in Hartbeespoort, focusing on escalating racial tensions and disputes over land access near Hartbeespoort Dam.
Crime
Mark Lifman murder takes a new turn: Here’s what we currently know
Sources close to the situation suggest that former SAPS members may be linked to the assassination of Mark Lifman.
Crime
Kraaifontein police suspect vigilantism in Wallacedene triple murder
The victims had suffered severe injuries consistent with violent assault, raising suspicions that their deaths might be the result of extrajudicial retaliation by members of the community.
Viral News
Watch: Tsakane police officer caught on camera smacking civilian [video]
A viral video shows a Tsakane police officer slapping a civilian who merely questioned her about her refusal to assist a GBV victim.
Crime
KZN traffic officer killed during routine stop along N2 Groutville
A KZN traffic officer was fatally shot along the N2 Groutville off-ramp during a routine stop, on Monday morning.
Lifestyle
Petrol prices: Here’s how much a litre will cost from Wednesday, 6 November 2024
South African fuel prices will increase on 6 November 2024, with petrol up by 25 cents and diesel by up to 21 cents per litre.
Viral News
Frenzy over Kaytranada tickets causes Howler crash
The Howler app crashed on Monday due to high demand for Kaytranada tickets, with organisers now offering a new presale time.
Cape Town Buzz
Du Toitskloof Pass traffic update: Here’s what you must know
Du Toitskloof Pass remains closed on Monday following a bus fire that sparked a contained blaze on nearby slopes.
Crime
Mark Lifman murder rattles Cape Town underworld
Cape Town underworld figure Mark Lifman was shot dead a day before his court appearance for his alleged involvement in Brian Wainstein’s murder.
Cape Town Buzz
City of Cape Town power update for Monday, 4 November 2024
Here's a look at the loadshedding outlook and real-time reports of unplanned outages in Cape Town, on Monday.
Lifestyle
Eskom power update for the week starting Monday, 4 November 2024
Eskom’s August outlook projected a loadshedding-free summer, and with current performance holding steady, this prediction remains credible.
