Man Arrested in Midrand for Child Pornography Offenses
A 35-year-old man has been arrested in Midrand on charges of possessing, accessing, downloading, and distributing child pornography.
Over 100 Suspects, Including Alleged Ringleaders, to Appear in Court Following Stilfontein Mine Rescue Operation
Over 100 suspects, including some of the alleged ringleaders, are set to appear in court on Friday after more than 200 illegal miners were rescued from an abandoned shaft at the Buffelsfontein gold mine near Klerksdorp. The operation, led by the Mine Rescue Services, was a part of ongoing efforts to combat illicit mining in the region.
Johannesburg Council to Appoint New City Manager Amid Criticism
The City of Johannesburg has called an extraordinary council meeting for Friday to appoint a new city manager, a role left vacant since the departure of Floyd Brink in December.
Three Arrested in Gauteng for Possession of Stolen SASSA Cards
The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) in Gauteng, in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary law enforcement team, has arrested three suspects for possession of stolen South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) cards.
Greenwood Park Police Investigate Avoca Hijacking and Shooting
A brave act of heroism ended in tragedy when a resident was shot while attempting to stop armed hijackers in Avoca. The incident occurred on Friday, January 10, around 7 PM on Gokal Road.
Hawks Arrest Suspect in Exam Leak, KZN Police Recover Hijacked Stationery Truck
A 21-year-old man has been arrested by the Hawks for allegedly selling leaked exam results online for R100. The Department of Education lodged a complaint on Sunday after reports of the leak surfaced just days before the official release.
Trump May Intervene to Prevent TikTok Ban
US President-elect Donald Trump is expected to take action to delay TikTok's ban ahead of the January 19 deadline. The Supreme Court is set to rule on a law requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese owner, to sell the platform or face restrictions. ByteDance has refused to sell and may shut down the app for its 170 million US users.
eThekwini Residents Face Week-Long Water Restrictions Due to Pipeline Repairs
Some eThekwini Municipality residents will experience restricted water supply this week as the city undertakes critical leak repairs on a bulk steel pipeline running from the Northdene Reservoir to the Chatsworth 1 Reservoir.
Five Suspected Criminals Hacked to Death in Inanda Mob Justice Incident
The bodies of five men, suspected of robbery and rape, were discovered hacked to death in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, on Friday morning.
Capitec Phoenix Plaza Branch Temporarily Closed for Renovations
Capitec Bank has announced the temporary closure of its Phoenix Plaza branch for renovations. While the bank has not provided a confirmed completion date, clients are advised to visit alternative Capitec branches for their banking needs.
Manhunt Underway for Killers of Mpumalanga Police Commander
Mpumalanga police have launched a 72-hour operation to track down the suspects responsible for the fatal shooting of senior officer Piet Pretorius.
Government Assures Ithala Depositors Amid Liquidation Process
The government has moved to reassure retail depositors of Ithala Bank that their funds remain secure as the state-owned financial institution undergoes liquidation.
DA Calls for Inquiry Into Stilfontein Mine as Illegal Mining Crisis Deepens
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is demanding the establishment of a Commission of Inquiry into operations at Buffelsfontein Mine in Stilfontein, North West, following a surge in illegal mining activities.
Alleged Hitman Arrested in Murder of Umzimkhulu Policewoman
A 36-year-old alleged hitman has been arrested in connection with the murder of police Sergeant Ntombi Mbanjwa in Umzimkhulu. The suspect was apprehended in Mpolweni, near Pietermaritzburg, on Wednesday and is set to appear in court on Friday alongside Sergeant Ntokozo Mngqithi.
Alleged Affair Linked to Murder of Durban Businessman
An alleged affair has been identified as a possible motive in the murder of Durban businessman Shailen Singh. This was revealed during the bail application for murder suspects Ferrel and Darren Govender at the Durban Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
Saif Ali Khan Recovering After Surgery for Serious Spinal and Hand Injuries
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering after undergoing surgery for multiple injuries at Lilavati Hospital. According to a medical update from the hospital, Khan sustained a major injury to his thoracic spinal cord and deep wounds on his left hand.
Two Suspects Arrested in Connection with Pienaar Township Mass Shooting to Appear in Court
Two suspects arrested in connection with a mass shooting in Pienaar Township are scheduled to appear in the KaBokweni Magistrate’s Court in Mpumalanga today. One suspect appeared yesterday at the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court in Mbombela.
Cocaine Use in France Nearly Doubles as Drug Violence Spreads
A new report reveals that cocaine use in France has nearly doubled, with 1.1 million people using the drug in 2023, up from 600,000 in 2022. The French Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (OFDT) attributes the rise to factors such as record global cocaine production and a shift in how the drug is perceived. Once seen as a recreational substance for the wealthy, cocaine is now increasingly used by individuals in blue-collar industries to cope with intense workloads.
KZN Department of Transport Launches Province-Wide Inspection Amid Heavy Rains
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport will begin a province-wide inspection on Thursday to assess the damage caused by heavy rains that have affected parts of the province since the start of the year.
COSATU Slams Employers for Flouting National Minimum Wage Laws
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has raised alarm over employers allegedly violating the national minimum wage, warning that paying employees less than the mandated R27.58 per hour is illegal.
Saif Ali Khan Stabbed During Home Invasion, Recovering in Hospital
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times during a violent home invasion at his Mumbai residence early Thursday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 am when an unidentified intruder broke into the property.
SANRAL Announces Temporary N3 Road Closures for Candella Bridge Beam Placement
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced temporary road closures on the N3 near the EB Cloete Interchange, also known as Spaghetti Junction, to facilitate the placement of concrete beams for the new Candella Bridge.
Northern KZN Traditional Healer and Sons Face Court Over Murder Charges
A traditional healer from northern KwaZulu-Natal and his two sons are expected to appear in court next week on charges of kidnapping and murder.
Bail Hearing for Alleged Killers of Cape Town Underworld Figure Mark Lifman Resumes
The bail application for two men accused of murdering alleged Cape Town underworld kingpin Mark Lifman is set to continue today in the George Magistrate’s Court in the Western Cape.