Joburg to the coast: What your December 2025 road trip will really cost in fuel and tolls
South Africa’s December 2025 petrol price hike means road trip costs are higher. Here’s what it’ll cost to drive from Joburg to the coast.
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Death toll in Saulsville mass shooting rises to 12 as police hunt hostel gunmen
The Saulsville mass shooting at an illegal hostel tavern has left 12 people dead, including three children, and thrown the Pretoria community into shock.
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Madlanga Commission whistleblower Marius van der Merwe assassinated in front of family
Madlanga Commission witness Marius van der Merwe, known as Witnes D, has been gunned down outside his Brakpan home in front of his family.
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Final day at Madlanga Commission: Mchunu returns as explosive week of evidence wraps up
The Madlanga Commission closes its 2025 hearings today, with Senzo Mchunu back in the hot seat after a week that exposed deep cracks in police leadership.
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Every FAQ about visiting Johannesburg in 2025
As the economic and cultural hub of South Africa, visiting Johannesburg promises an exciting and unforgettable experience.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes after lawyer’s shock plea over ‘mental state’
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes in Pretoria after defence advocate Charles Mnisi halted proceedings, saying the case had left him mentally unfit to continue.
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WATCH LIVE: Madlanga Commission grills Julius Mkhwanazi and Senzo Mchunu in double-bill sitting
The Madlanga Commission hears Julius Mkhwanazi and Senzo Mchunu in a key double-bill sitting as the inquiry races to wrap up its 2025 work.
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Gauteng live traffic updates: Incidents to take note of
This live Gauteng traffic update shows real-time data on incidents, road closures and other important alerts.
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Two men escorting Katiso ‘KT’ Molefe arrested outside Alexandra court for AKM rifles
Two alleged Katiso Molefe bodyguards were arrested outside Alexandra court after police found two AKM rifles and ammo in their vehicle without valid permits.
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OR Tambo flights back to normal after tyre-burst runway incident
OR Tambo flights are back on schedule after a tyre-burst incident forced single-runway operations and delays for passengers on Wednesday.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes under tight security after murder plot scare
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes in Pretoria under tight security after police exposed a plot to kill key role players in the case.
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WATCH LIVE: Julius Mkhwanazi in the hot seat at Madlanga Commission after Mchunu grilling [video]
The Madlanga Commission resumes with suspended EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi on the stand, a day after Senzo Mchunu’s tense testimony.
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Senzo Mchunu defends political killings task team move before Madlanga inquiry
Senzo Mchunu used his first Madlanga Commission appearance to justify closing the Political Killings Task Team; he returns to the stand on Thursday.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes as court weighs disputed Zungu statement
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial returns with a possible new trial-within-a-trial over Sifiso Zungu’s disputed statement. Follow the live stream here.
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WATCH LIVE: Madlanga Commission enters final week as Senzo Mchunu takes the stand [video]
The Madlanga Commission enters its final week of 2025 hearings, with Senzo Mchunu set for a crucial grilling and key Ekurhuleni witnesses still to testify.
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WATCH LIVE: Madlanga Commission resumes after scathing PKTT evidence [video]
Madlanga Commission resumes today after Lieutenant General Hilda Senthumule’s scathing evidence on the PKTT’s disbandment. Watch the live stream and catch up on Friday.
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Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala accuses Bheki Cele and Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi at Parliament inquiry
Vusi ‘Cat’ Matlala alleges a cash payoff to Bheki Cele and veiled threats from Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on day two of his Parliament testimony.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes in Pretoria High Court [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes in the Pretoria High Court today, with witness torture claims and police conduct back under scrutiny.
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Judge Portia Phahlane makes first court appearance over alleged IPHC corruption scandal
Judge Portia Phahlane has been arrested over allegations she took kickbacks to favour a faction in the IPHC succession battle she presided over.
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Madlanga Commission resumes today as explosive testimony continues
The Madlanga Commission resumes today, continuing its examination of allegations involving senior police officials, businessmen and municipal law-enforcement structures.
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Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today as defence prepares to call new witness
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today, with the defence set to introduce a new witness following last week’s testimony involving contested police statements.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 20 November 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today as the court revisits the disputed 2019 statement said to have led police to the accused.
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WATCH LIVE: Madlanga Commission continues with cross-examination of Brown Mogotsi
The Madlanga Commission resumes today as evidence leaders continue cross examining North West businessman Brown Mogotsi.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 19 November 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today as the State continues questioning defence witness Absalom Zungu.
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LIVE STREAM: Madlanga Commission resumes with Brown Mogotsi back on the stand
The Madlanga Commission continues today with Brown Mogotsi returning for his second day of testimony.
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Brown Mogotsi takes the stand at Madlanga Commission with explosive allegations
Brown Mogotsi appeared before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, making sweeping claims that left the inquiry grappling with untested allegations.
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Madlanga Commission returns on Tuesday as Brown Mogotsi prepares to testify [video]
The Madlanga Commission enters Phase Two this week, with Brown Mogotsi set to take the stand on Tuesday in a highly anticipated appearance.
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Level 9 alert issued as Gauteng weather warnings intensify
A Level 9 orange alert has been issued as Gauteng weather warnings signal severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and flooding across multiple parts of the province.
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WATCH LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today – 17 November 2025 [video]
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial resumes today as defence witness Absalom Zungu returns to the stand following a dramatic end to last week’s proceedings.
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Madlanga Commission returns this week: Here’s what to expect [video]
The Madlanga Commission enters a new week of testimony after a series of witnesses detailed how suspended EMPD deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi allegedly wielded unchecked power inside the metro police department.