Ramaphosa announces interventions to deal with ‘poisonous’ spaza shops
To address the crisis, Ramaphosa announced a comprehensive plan consisting of immediate, medium-term, and long-term measures:
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Crime
Limpopo police crackdown on zama-zama gold refinery
The arrest, made during a targeted operation on Thursday, resulted in the seizure of mining equipment valued at R3 million.
Crime
Hawks arrest suspect behind Bellville bomb threats
On Friday, 15 November, a search and seizure operation in Mamre led to the arrest of the suspect and the confiscation of several items believed to be connected to the case.
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JSE slams Thabi Leoka with career-ending ban
Economist Thabi Leoka has been banned by JSE for misrepresenting her PhD credentials. The five-year ban ends her career in listed companies.
Crime
Shops targeted in Eastgate Mall robbery reopen amid ongoing investigation
Private security sources claim the iStore and Woolworths were the primary targets during the heist, though Eastgate management has yet to confirm this.
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Who is Jabu Mbalula? – Fikile’s brother gets top post in Free State
Jabu Mbalula, Fikile Mbalula’s brother, is acting Premier of Free State amid corruption claims against Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae.
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Watch: Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during weigh-in [video]
The altercation unfolded after the two fighters stepped on the scales ahead of their eight-round bout.
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Bafana Bafana qualify for 2025 AFCON with games in hand
Bafana Bafana qualifies for AFCON 2025, making Hugo Broos the first coach to secure back-to-back AFCON appearances for South Africa.
Crime
Kutloano Shalaba: Search escalates for toddler abducted in broad daylight
Gauteng police are searching for two-year-old Kutloano Shalaba, who was abducted in Boipatong by men in a silver-grey VW Polo.
Crime
Hamilton Ndlovu defies order to give up R6 million luxury assets
On Thursday, the Special Tribunal found Ndlovu in contempt for his failure to forfeit specific luxury items, as previously directed.
Crime
Alexandra police station shooting – Here’s what happened
A man launched a sudden attack at the Alexandra police station, injuring two officers before being fatally wounded. Here’s what we know so far.
Crime
Stilfontein mine latest news: One dead body retrieved from abandoned shaft
One body has been recovered from the Stilfontein mine, where over 4,000 illegal miners remain trapped as government officials stand firm on a non-intervention policy.
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Mfuleni butchery found selling sausage mixed with dog meat
Authorities in Cape Town uncovered an unlicensed butchery in Mfuleni allegedly using dog meat in sausage production.
Lifestyle
World Diabetes Day 2024: Exploring the ‘sneaky’ insipidus condition
On World Diabetes Day 2024, we highlight diabetes insipidus, a rare but impactful condition distinct from type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
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Rand Water rubbishes reports of ‘poisoned’ Vaal water
The chain messages, which have spread rapidly on platforms like WhatsApp, claim that residents should avoid drinking or cooking with tap water due to a supposed poisoning incident involving “Indians pouring poison” into the dam.
Technology
Five ways to enhance your ChatGPT search
Here’s a guide to maximising the effectiveness of ChatGPT search while understanding its limitations.
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Woolworths Food dragged into fake Lucky Star fish scandal
Woolworths Food faces scrutiny after counterfeit Lucky Star fish cans were found stored in its branded boxes.
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Comrades Marathon 2025: How to enter, competition rules, prize money
This year’s Down Run will challenge runners to complete approximately 89 kilometres, stretching from Pietermaritzburg to Durban, on Sunday, 8 June 2025.
Local
Kelly Khumalo ‘reborn’ as traditional healer on 40th birthday
Despite her celebration, Kelly Khumalo remains closely linked to the tragic 2014 murder of her former boyfriend, soccer star Senzo Meyiwa, a case that continues to unfold over a decade later.
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South Africa’s latest official unemployment rate drops to 32.1%
Statistics SA reported an increase in the number of young South Africans neither employed nor in education or training (NEET).
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Danny Jordaan arrested over R1.3 million SAFA fraud
The Hawks confirmed that Jordaan and his co-accused were detained following a raid earlier this year at SAFA’s offices in Johannesburg.
Events
Bafana Bafana AFCON 2025: November fixtures, final squad list, how to watch live in SA
Bafana Bafana faces Congo in two AFCON 2025 qualifiers this October. Check the fixtures, final squad list, and how to watch live in South Africa.
Crime
David Manuel murder case takes a significant turn
Western Cape police confirmed that a man and a woman, both between 30 and 40 years old, were apprehended on suspicion of murdering Manuel and an unidentified friend last month in Gugulethu.
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Elon Musk gets the job of his dreams in Trump administration
The plan set forth by DOGE is bold and focused, with Elon Musk tasked to conduct a complete “financial and performance audit of the entire federal government.”
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Over 4,500 illegal miners trapped in Stilfontein mine shaft
According to SAPS and SANDF officials, the trapped miners are now pleading for essential supplies like water and food as their situation becomes dire.
Crime
Eastern Cape police lauded for foiling Tsolo cash-in-transit robbery
Eastern Cape police successfully thwarted a cash-in-transit heist near Tsolo, killing two armed suspects in a shootout.
Crime
KZN police make breakthrough in Groutville traffic cop murder case
KZN police have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a Groutville traffic officer, Desmond Arumugam.
Crime
Riet River pensioner robbery case: Here are the latest updates
Two women have been arrested in connection with the drugging and robbery of a Riet River pensioner.
Viral
Who is David Coote? – Premier League referee under fire over this viral video
Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended following a viral video where he reportedly made derogatory comments about Liverpool and Jürgen Klopp.
Fashion
Nike sneakers dropping this week: 12 – 16 November 2024
Nike’s latest sneaker drops from 12-16 November include the futuristic Air Max Dn, retro-inspired Air Max Waffle, and the highly anticipated Air Jordan 4 “Fear.”