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Molefe remains in custody as court reserves judgment in bail appeal

Controversial businessman, Katiso 'KT' Molefe, accused of orchestrating the murder of popular musician Oupa "DJ Sumbody" Sefoka, will remain behind bars after the Johannesburg High Court reserved judgment in his bail appeal. Molefe approached the court today in a bid to overturn an August ruling by the Alexandra Magistrates Court, which denied him bail. He faces five counts of murder, including the 2022 killing of nightclub owner Oupa John Sefoka, […]

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Fear grips Mabopane after taxi patroller gunned down

The Mabopane community says it lives in fear following the latest in a series of killings in the area, after a taxi patroller was shot dead yesterday outside the Engen filling station, adjacent to Mabopane Station Mall. The victim is alleged to be the sixth person killed this year in the township. The killing is thought to be linked to an ongoing taxi feud over operating funds, and took place […]

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Broos unfazed by points deduction

Bafana Bafana coach, Hugo Broos, has named his final squad for the all-important 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe and Rwanda this month. Bafana will face Zimbabwe away at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Friday, 10 October, before hosting Rwanda at Mbombela Stadium, Mpumalanga, on Tuesday, 14 October. Both matches are set to kick-off at 18:00. The fairly regular side sees first call ups for Mamelodi Sundowns defender […]

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Fans divided as Cardi B and Nicki Minaj feud reignites

Fans of American rap stars, Cardi B and Nicki Minaj, have once again found themselves divided, as the artists' long-standing feud recently reignited and escalated to the point where both took aim at each other’s children. The Nicki Minaj vs Cardi B beef just turned ugly 😳 Both rappers dragging each other’s kids into the fight 💔 pic.twitter.com/ncwkCUz7Hv — Gossip Gazette (@GossipGazete) October 1, 2025 The rivalry, which began in […]

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Madlanga Commission | Crime Intelligence boss falls ill, inquiry postponed

The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry will resume on October 13, following today’s unexpected adjournment after Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo, fell ill. Khumalo, who has been providing explosive evidence on the alleged infiltration of criminal syndicates into South Africa’s justice system, was scheduled to appear for a third consecutive day. Commission Chairperson, Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, said Khumalo arrived at the venue at 9am but was unable to continue, prompting the […]

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“Going to prison or facing death is a badge of honour,” says Malema

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, says he will appeal the East London Magistrates’ Court ruling that found him guilty of firing a gun at a 2018 rally, along with other related charges. The conviction carries a potential maximum sentence of 15 years in prison. Outside the court, Malema dismissed the judgment as flawed and accused Magistrate Twanet Olivier of racism. His co-accused, former bodyguard Adriaan Snyman, was acquitted. […]

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Ouaddou hails Mabasa’s “clean heart” as the striker nets his 50th Bucs goal

Orlando Pirates coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, has praised striker Tshegofatso Mabasa after he reached the 50-goal milestone for the club. Mabasa scored deep in stoppage time against TS Galaxy at the Orlando Stadium on Tuesday night, becoming the Buccaneers’ second-highest PSL goal scorer behind Bennedict "Tso" Vilakazi, who leads with 58 goals. The Bloemfontein-born forward came off the bench in the second-half  to score the second goal in the 90th minute […]

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Speculation mounts over Former Minister Mthethwa’s death

Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, says the circumstances around South Africa’s ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa’s death are suspicious and "full of loopholes." The sudden and tragic death of the former minister, has raised significant concerns and speculation, with some analysts calling for a deeper investigation. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), on Tuesday, confirmed Mthethwa’s passing, a day after he was reported missing. He was 58. According to […]

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Erasmus tweaks team for Pumas “final”

Springbok coach, Rassie Erasmus, has made four changes to the match-23 for Saturday’s Rugby Championship decider against Argentina in London, with World Cup-winning prop Ox Nche returning to the starting team and Grant Williams, Jesse Kriel and Bongi Mbonambi added to the bench. Nche, a late withdrawal last week in Durban due to a niggle, will be in the front row alongside Malcolm Marx and Thomas du Toit. In the backline, […]

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Madlanga Commission | WhatsApp’s detail Matlala’s links to Mchunu and top cops

Explosive testimony at the Madlanga Commission has exposed the complex and often tense relationship between controversial businessman, Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, and his alleged associate, North West businessman, Brown Mogotsi. Crime Intelligence boss, Dumisani Khumalo, testifying for a second day on Tuesday, presented WhatsApp messages showing that Matlala, with Mogotsi’s assistance, secured four tables at this year’s Progressive Business Forum Presidential Gala Dinner hosted by President […]

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