Mitchells Plain Violence: Stabbing Shock, Grooming Plea
Two separate cases put Mitchells Plain violence in focus: a father fatally stabbed at a garage and, in court, a local father set to plead guilty to child-grooming.
El Obeid Funeral Attack Kills 40
The UN says at least 40 people were killed in the El Obeid funeral attack as fighting spreads into Kordofan. With RSF gains after El-Fasher and mounting abuses reported, OCHA urges a ceasefire while the US explores a truce proposal.
Western Cape Warns on ‘Strawberry Quick’ Hoax
The Western Cape Education Department says the viral “strawberry quick hoax” about pink, candy-like meth in schools is false. Officials urge parents to avoid sharing unverified posts and to keep talking to children about substance safety and sweets from strangers.
Shoprite Food Security Index shows Modest Gains
The Shoprite Food Security Index rose to 56.5 from 44.9, showing modest gains. Yet hunger remains widespread as affordability and income constraints—especially in female-headed homes—limit diet diversity despite price curbs and feeding schemes.
KZN Drunk Driving Arrests Top 100 in Weekend Blitz
Over 100 motorists were arrested for drunk driving in KZN this weekend—part of 909 since August—as MEC Siboniso Duma ramps up RTI enforcement ahead of the festive season.
Walmart Clearwater Mall Store to Open on West Rand
Walmart will open its first South African store at Clearwater Mall on Johannesburg’s West Rand, bringing its Every Day Low Prices model, a broad product mix, and 80+ jobs. Most goods will be locally sourced, with select global brands.
Johannesburg–Durban High-Speed Rail Push Gains Steam
eThekwini mayor Cyril Xaba urges action to fast-track the Johannesburg–Durban high-speed rail, with Cabinet’s framework, ANC backing and improved funding sentiment giving the project fresh momentum.
Zuma to Repay R28.9m, Foundation Vows Court Fight
The Pretoria High Court ordered Jacob Zuma to repay R28.9 million in state-funded legal fees with interest, within 60 days. The JG Zuma Foundation slammed the ruling as unconstitutional, says officials should face PFMA action, and signals a possible damages claim against
Trump Rules Out 2028 VP Bid, Teases Third Term
Aboard Air Force One, Donald Trump ruled out a 2028 vice-presidential bid but kept “Trump third term 2028” talk alive, despite the 22nd and 12th Amendments. He praised JD Vance and Marco Rubio while courting intrigue over his future plans.
Louvre Jewellery Heist Arrests: Two Suspects Held
French prosecutors confirm Louvre jewellery heist arrests after the $102m daylight robbery. Two men were detained near Paris, including one at Charles de Gaulle Airport, as investigators pursue the missing jewels and other suspects.
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