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Lesufi highlights G20 security challenges as province boosts anti-crime measures

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi, says that while the G20 Leaders’ Summit, has been celebrated as a major success for the province, it unfolded under a backdrop of criminal incidents, significant operational spending, and renewed calls for tougher anti-crime intervention ahead of next year’s local government elections. - International guests targeted during G20 weekend - Lesufi revealed that several international visitors were targeted by criminals during the summit at the weekend. Briefing the media on Tuesday, Lesufi said police arrested four […]

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Activists urge caution as “Pens Down” season looms

As the Class of 2025 prepares to write its final matric papers, education activists are urging learners to celebrate responsibly, cautioning that "pens down" festivities often come with serious safety risks. More than 900,000 candidates have sat for the National Senior Certificate exams over the past six weeks, and excitement is mounting as this year’s matric class prepares to write its final paper on Thursday. But the festivities that follow have long been linked with unregulated gatherings, risky behaviour and, […]

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GBVF classification as National Disaster signals shift in fight: Hlabisa

Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, says the classification of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster marks a critical turning point in the fight against the scourge. Hlabisa says the classification stands as an urgent reminder that every sector of society must converge and intensify measures to confront GBVF. Last week, the National Disaster Management Centre said that after evaluating the risks posed by the ongoing acts of violence, it concluded that GBVF now meets the […]

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Broos announces AFCON preliminary squad

Bafana Bafana coach, Hugo Broos, has named a 54-player preliminary squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, which will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. South Africa have been drawn in Group B alongside Egypt, Zimbabwe and Angola. Broos has opted for a blend of youth and experience, sticking largely with the core players he has relied on in recent years while adding several youngsters he has gradually introduced into the national setup. The […]

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Activists call for stronger action after government classifies GBVF as national disaster

Government's recent announcement labelling Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a National Crisis at the G20 Social Summit — followed by its official classification as a National Disaster — has sparked mixed reactions, with experts warning that the move may not have the practical impact many expect. GBV advocacy group, the Tears Foundation,  says the messaging has created confusion, as the National Disaster Management Centre’s classification does not equate to a full national disaster declaration. A formal declaration would be […]

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Senzo Meyiwa trial | Witness claims police set him up in the murder case

  The defence witness in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial, Sifiso 'Gwabini' Zungu, has accused police of planting ammunition under his mattress during his arrest in June 2020. Gwabini testified at the Pretoria High Court on Monday, saying he was taken into custody in connection with the 2014 killing of the Bafana Bafana goalkeeper, who was fatally shot in Vosloorus while visiting his girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo. He claims the state’s key witness, Constable Sizwe Zungu, falsely implicated him. Gwabini says […]

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More arrests expected in school double murder case: NPA

More arrests are expected in the Inxiweni Primary School double-murder case, where principal Ruth Nozibele Tabu and clerk Nobantu Njombini were gunned down last Tuesday. The widening investigation has intensified scrutiny on school security, unlicensed firearms, and rising violent crime in Thembisa. Two suspects — Mogadi Hope Shongwe, a school employee, and Tuki Benjamin Maditsi — appeared in the Thembisa Magistrates Court on Monday facing double-murder charges. Police say more suspects will soon be added to the docket as the […]

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Recess is back for December! Y is giving GenZs a voice

Recess on Morning Break is BACK this December! Y is changing the game and giving GenZs a voice… We are looking for high school students between 14 and 18 years old. If you fit the part and have something to say, we invite you to an hour on Morning Break with Xtremme from Monday 08 December to Friday 12 December! Recess on #MorningBreak is where you can share your concerns, ideas and thoughts… And decide your own playlist! Just complete […]

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Police probe deadly chaotic incident at Schaumburg Combined School

Gauteng police have launched an investigation into the deadly chaos that broke out at Schaumburg Combined School in Hartbeespoort last week. According to reports, four unknown boys allegedly entered the school by breaking through a fence at the back of the premises and began attacking learners who had just finished writing their exams. The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) says the situation quickly escalated, with younger learners joining the commotion as the chaos spread across the school grounds. Three Grade […]

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