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Police warn of dangers after women flaunt firearms in viral clip

A viral video showing two women brandishing firearms has sparked outrage and renewed debate around the reckless handling of guns. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has since responded to the clip, warning that the careless handling and misuse of firearms pose a serious danger to both those involved and members of the public. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has noted with serious concern a video circulating on social media […]

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President Ramaphosa fires Minister Sisisi Tolashe

  President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired Social Development Minister, Sisisi Tolashe, in the wake of mounting calls for her removal. The President has now appointed Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, as acting minister in the portfolio pending a permanent appointment in due course. Tolashe has been making headlines over her alleged involvement in the exploitation of a state-funded food aid worker, questionable […]

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4 Mexican nationals among 11 arrested in NW major drug bust

  Police have arrested 11 suspects linked to a multi-million rand drug manufacturing laboratory on a farm in Swarttruggens in the North West. Among those arrested are four Mexican nationals and one woman. Police seized drugs with an estimated street value of R100 million after they raided the farm, which was allegedly operating under the guise of a game lodge earlier today. A gold processing plant was also found on […]

todayMay 13, 2026 177

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Taxi boss Joe Sibanyoni in hot water over extortion allegations

Prominent taxi boss, Joe Sibanyoni, and two other suspects are expected to appear in the Kwaaggafontein Magistrates’ Court tomorrow on extortion-related charges. The trio was arrested in the early hours of Tuesday between Gauteng and Mpumalanga in connection with an alleged extortion case reported in Kwaaggafontein last year. It is alleged that the suspects demanded money from a businessman over an extended period before the matter was eventually reported to […]

todayMay 12, 2026 76

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Senior cops, businessman granted R20K bail in precious metals case

Two senior police officers, Feroz Khan and Ebrahim Kadwa, along with businessman Tariq Downes, have each been granted R20 000 bail in connection with an alleged illegal precious metals syndicate. Khan, a Senior Crime Intelligence officer, and Kadwa, the Hawks head in Gauteng, were arrested over the weekend. The trio made their first appearance in the Kempton Park Magistrates’ Court on charges of contravening the Precious Metals Act and defeating […]

todayMay 11, 2026 144

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New NSFAS administrator moves swiftly to engage institutions

  Newly appointed NSFAS administrator, Professor Hlengani Mathebula, has hit the ground running with plans already underway to hold introductory courtesy meetings with institutions and higher education representative bodies next month. Mathebula was appointed by Higher Education Minister, Buti Manamela, this week after placing the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) under administration amid ongoing governance and operational challenges. His appointment comes at a critical time for the embattled scheme, […]

todayMay 8, 2026 163 2

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Tyla clears the air on Rihanna ‘bad blood’ rumours

South African music sensation, Tyla, has broken her silence over claims that she's beefing with music icon Rihanna following what appeared to be a "cold" interaction at the recent Met Gala. In a clip that has since gone viral, Tyla can be seen standing a few feet from Rihanna, which sparked speculation online that the singer may have been ignored. Fans took to social media to question whether there is […]

todayMay 7, 2026 386

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Minister Tolashe denies knowledge of salary sharing claims involving daughter

Embattled Social Development Minister, Sisisi Tolashe, has denied any knowledge of allegations that a state-funded food aid worker was forced to share half of her salary with her daughter. Tolashe was responding to tough questions from Members of Parliament during her appearance before Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Social Development on Tuesday. The minister has come under scrutiny in recent weeks, including over claims that she misled Parliament regarding the donation […]

todayMay 6, 2026 412

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MP Fadiel Adams arrested on fraud charges

Controversial Member of Parliament, Fadiel Adams, has been arrested and is being held at the Cape Town Central Police Station. Members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Political Killings Task Team SAPS descended on his parliamentary residence in Cape Town on Tuesday. The leader of the National Coloured Congress (NCC) faces charges of fraud and defeating the ends of justice, for allegedly interfering with investigations into the murder of […]

todayMay 5, 2026 217