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Morero defends brick paving on newly repaired Lillian Ngoyi Street

Johannesburg mayor, Dada Morero, has defended the city’s decision to pave Lilian Ngoyi Street with bricks instead of the traditional tar. The City of Johannesburg has completed the first phase of repairs to the road, which was badly damaged two years ago when a gas explosion tore through the busy Johannesburg CBD road— killing one person and injuring nearly 50 others. The explosion, caused by a gas leak, severely damaged the road infrastructure and nearby buildings, forcing authorities to close […]

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African creativity shines at BMW Art Generation Vol. III

The scenic NIROX Sculpture Park in the Cradle of Humankind was once again transformed into a vibrant hub of art, music, and dialogue as The BMW Art Generation Vol. III made its much-anticipated return. This year’s edition carried the theme "A Tropology Between Image and Imagination"- exploring how creative practices can reclaim histories and envision alternative futures. The gathering brought together artists, cultural thinkers, and audiences to reflect on how symbolism, gesture, and form illuminate African presence in all its […]

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Educators urge collective action to tackle school violence

Cape Winelands Education District Director, Noel Pieterson, says a return to value-based households plays a critical role in curbing rising violence in schools. Pieterson’s district was honoured at the 11th National Education Excellence Awards at the Sandton Convention Centre today, earning top recognition for best performance in Mathematics, Science, and Accounting. The annual event brought together hundreds of educators from across the country to celebrate outstanding achievements in the education sector. Pieterson emphasised that while it's important for learners to […]

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More boots deployed to Katlehong amid taxi violence

Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, has deployed additional law enforcement officers to Katlehong, east of Johannesburg, in response to the escalating taxi violence in the area. The township, located in Ekurhuleni, has recently become a hotspot for unrest, allegedly fueled by ongoing rivalries within the taxi industry. This intervention follows widespread commuter disruptions after taxi drivers suspended operations on Thursday afternoon. The strike was sparked by the impounding of several 10-seater taxis that authorities claim were operating without valid licenses. […]

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GBV activists call for better education on Protection Orders

The Tears Foundation, a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) advocacy group, has stressed the urgent need for police and the justice system to better educate and support complainants on how to properly use and enforce protection orders. The foundation warns that without clear guidance on reporting breaches and engaging with police, protection orders provide little real protection. This call comes amid renewed concerns about the effectiveness of protection orders, after two women were recently killed despite reportedly having such orders in place. […]

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Broos slams Bloemfontein pitch ahead of World Cup qualifiers

Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has slammed the poor state of the Free State Stadium pitch in Bloemfontein, where South Africa will host Lesotho and Nigeria in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers next month. Bafana face neighbours Lesotho on the 5 September and then take on Nigeria's Super Eagles four days later. Announcing his 23-man squad — which includes new faces Zuko Mndunyelwa, Kamogela Sebelebele, Mduduzo Shabalala and Ime Okon — Broos expressed disappointment at the venue’s condition. […]

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Case against cops in R900k heist postponed

The case against ten suspects, including police officers and a traffic official, has been postponed to 14 November to allow for further investigation. The group faces charges of theft, fraud, and corruption for the alleged theft of nearly R900,000 taken during a raid at a shop in Dragon City, in June. They appeared briefly at the Johannesburg Magistrates Court today. The accused include Captain Letlhogonolo Andrew Molatlhegi, Warrant Officer Mabutho Masina, Constable Mpho Irvyn Netshivhera, and Constable Nhlamulo Matsilela, along […]

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Grief-stricken Marota family seeks justice

The late Kgaogelo Marota’s cousin, Boikgantso Kekana, has revealed that Marota endured months of abuse at the hands of her ex-boyfriend and sought help from police moments before her brutal murder last week. The 20-year-old was allegedly stabbed to death outside a local tavern in Maubane Village, Hammanskraal. The suspect, Lazarus Lito Anthonio, later confessed to the crime on social media and remains in police custody. Kekana, who was very close to Marota, described her tragic death as deeply painful […]

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Hughes found guilty of murder and rape

Content Warning: This article contains disturbing details that may be upsetting to some readers.  The Johannesburg High Court has found self-confessed child killer, Amber Lee Hughes, guilty of premeditated murder and one count of rape for the 2023 drowning of her ex-lover's daughter, four-year-old Nada Jane Challita. Although the verdict brought some relief, it left a bitter aftertaste for the victim’s family, who had hoped for convictions on all charges. Delivering the judgment, Judge Richard Mkhabela, said the evidence showed […]

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