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AU credibility questioned after Uganda election statement

  Concerns are mounting over public trust in the African Union’s (AU) election observation missions following Uganda's 2026 general elections. This criticism follows a statement by the AU congratulating President Yoweri Museveni on his re-election after last week’s presidential poll. Museveni, 81, secured a seventh term in office after defeating his main challenger, opposition leader and former musician Bobi Wine. Wine has rejected the results, citing alleged ballot irregularities, election-day […]

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Families frustrated by delays in Mamelodi double murder case

The family of one of Tebogo Mnisi’s alleged victims has criticised the accused’s continued detention, saying the relatives The 38-year-old suspect appeared briefly at the Mamelodi West Magistrate’s Court on Monday, where the case was postponed to the 19 March. Mnisi faces two counts of premeditated murder for the fatal shooting of cousins Tshiamo Sweetness Moramaga (22) and Baleseng Mirandah Moramaga (21). He is also charged with attempted murder for […]

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Police probe deadly scholar transport accident in Vanderbjilpark

Police in Gauteng are investigating cases of culpable homicide after a scholar transport crash claimed the lives of at least 13 learners in Vanderbjilpark on Monday. Two other learners remain in a critical condition in hospital, while the driver is also receiving medical treatment. Preliminary reports indicate that the scholar transport driver attempted to overtake several vehicles on the Golden Highway before colliding head-on with a truck. Gauteng police spokesperson, […]

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Experts caution parents on sharing children’s photos online as school year begins

South African content regulator, the Film and Publication Board (FPB), is urging parents to be cautious when posting photos and videos of their children starting school on social media. While such posts often celebrate an important milestone, the FPB warns that images showing children in school uniforms, especially with visible school names, could put them at risk. The warning comes as governments around the world tighten regulations to protect children […]

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DJ Warras murder case | Judgment reserved as state rejects CCTV claims

Judgment in the bail application of alleged DJ Warras mastermind, Victor Majola, has been reserved, with the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court expected to deliver its ruling later this month. Majola faces charges of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder linked to the DJ’s fatal shooting in the Johannesburg CBD last year. The State continues to oppose bail, insisting Majola poses a flight risk and should remain behind bars due to […]

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Gauteng parents plead for assistance amid school placement crisis

  Frustrated parents in Gauteng claim they are being asked to pay money before their children can be placed in schools. Scores of desperate parents gathered at Barnato Park High School in Johannesburg’s CBD, demanding urgent assistance with enrolment, despite the school saying it has already reached full capacity. The parents have accused the school of what they describe as unfair and illegal practices, claiming they are being denied even […]

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Torrential rain leaves trail of destruction in Limpopo and Mpumalanga

Torrential rains have left the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces in absolute devastation. At least 19 people, including children, have been reported dead after being swept away in the floods in both provinces, since November. The South African Weather Service issued Level 9 and 10 warnings, with the heavy rains expected to persist throughout the weekend. In Limpopo alone, more than 1,600 homes have been affected, many of them completely washed […]

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DJ Warras murder case | Court rejects CCTV bid as defence closes bail arguments

The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court has dismissed the defence's application to access CCTV footage linked to the murder of media personality Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock, while the defence has formally concluded with its bail arguments — placing the onus on the State to justify the continued detention of alleged mastermind Victor Majola. On Thursday Magistrate Annelise Thlapi ruled that she would not interfere with the forensic analysis of the footage, which […]

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Kai Cenat’s fans rally behind him amid criticism over his reading skills

Some social media users have come to the defence of American streamer and YouTuber, Kai Cenat, after he faced criticism for sharing videos of himself learning to read. The 24-year-old recently went viral after posting clips in which he stumbles over certain words and looks up their meanings — content many viewers described as relatable and inspiring. However, others mocked Cenat online, focusing on his difficulty pronouncing some words. okay […]

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Over 1,400 killed on SA roads during festive season – Creecy

Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy, says 1,427 people lost their lives on South Africa’s roads during the recent festive season. Briefing the media today on preliminary outcomes of the festive season road safety campaign, Creecy said road crashes and fatalities declined by 5% compared to 2024 figures. However she noted that the 2025 festive period recorded 255 more deaths than the 1,172 fatalities reported the previous year. Four provinces — Gauteng, […]

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