Brackenfell Teen Crash: Families Mourn Victims
Four Cape Town teenagers died when their car hit a tree and caught fire. Families and schools remember the victims while police piece together the cause.
Johannesburg Water Protests Erupt in Westbury
Johannesburg water protests shut roads in Westbury, Coronationville, Tsakane and Vlakfontein as police fired rubber bullets, injuring a journalist. Residents blame days-long outages from depleted reservoirs; officials urge calm and promise fixes, including a new Brixton reservoir by Oct 2025.
Thabo Bester Netflix Documentary Faces Court Clash
Thabo Bester and Nandipha Magudumana file urgent bids to halt the Thabo Bester Netflix documentary "Beauty and the Bester" set for September 12 release. They argue it spreads falsehoods and threatens fair trial rights in their ongoing cases.
E-Hailing Regulations South Africa Set for October
E-hailing regulations South Africa are set to roll out as soon as October under the NLTA, bringing vetted licences, panic buttons and clear vehicle branding to improve safety and ease taxi-industry tensions.
Graham Howes Body Found After West Coast Search
The body of 38-year-old kite surfer Graham Howes was found at sea after a major NSRI-led search off Bloubergstrand. SAPS and volunteers assisted, and his family has requested privacy.
NACAC Urges New Anti-Corruption Body, says Ramaphosa
NACAC’s final report urges a new anti-corruption body to prevent and prosecute graft, using AI and stronger coordination. Ramaphosa says cabinet will consider the plan, which answers State Capture Commission recommendations.
Naked Man Fires Shots Outside Western Cape High Court
A naked man fires shots outside Western Cape High Court, seizing a police firearm in a scuffle. No injuries occurred, and officers arrested the suspect. This Cape Town incident raises urgent concerns about public safety.
Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak Sparks Urgent Action
The foot-and-mouth disease outbreak South Africa spreads fast, hitting farmers hard. Minister Steenhuisen leads urgent action with a task team, vaccines, and strict rules to curb the crisis.
Cape Flats Gang Violence Surges, Patekile Resignation Demanded
Cape Flats gang violence surges, with 26 killings in a week prompting demands for SAPS Commissioner Patekile’s resignation. Activists seek SANDF intervention, while SAPS intensifies operations. Government plans targeted patrols and youth programs to curb the crisis, as communities rally for peace.
Bloubergstrand Car Guard Murder: Couple Nabbed in CCTV Sting
Police arrested a couple in the shocking Bloubergstrand car guard murder after CCTV footage captured the stabbing at Marine Circle. The unidentified victim died at the scene, sparking community calls for better security ahead of the festive season.
Cough Syrup Abuse in Teens Sparks Cape Town Crisis
In Cape Town, teens as young as seven are chasing highs by mixing codeine-based cough syrup into 'lean.' This dangerous trend, driven by peer pressure and easy access through illegal vendors, is spreading fast.
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