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Driver behaviour blamed for majority of road fatalities – Creecy

Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy, says driver behaviour is responsible for up to 80% of road accidents in the country. She made the remarks during the department's pre-Easter Road Safety Operation on the N1 North in Limpopo, urging motorists to take full responsibility as they travel. Creecy says while there has been a reduction in road fatalities, the numbers remain unacceptably high, with many crashes still involving drivers under the influence […]

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Cabinet dismisses Nigerian chief coronation as ‘kindergarten gimmick’

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says government is 'disgusted' by the conduct of some Nigerian nationals in the country following the unrest in KuGompo this week. The city, formerly known as East London, descended into chaos when protesters took to the streets demanding that Nigerian national, Solomon Ogbonna Eziko, be dethroned. Eziko was controversially crowned "King Igwe Na Ndigbo Na East London", a move that sparked outrage among some […]

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Gauteng braces for busy Easter weekend

As Gauteng prepares for the Easter long weekend from Friday, motorists can expect congested roads, increased law enforcement visibility and changing weather conditions. Heavy traffic volumes are expected across the province, especially for those long-distance travellers. The N3 Toll Concession (N3TC), which manages more than 400km of the key route between KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, has urged motorists to adopt a risk management approach to travel during the Easter period. "A […]

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Tshwane residents slam tariff hikes, demand better jobs

Some residents in Tshwane are calling on government to create more job opportunities with better pay, as rising living costs continue to put pressure on households. This follows recent electricity tariff hikes that came into effect today, with many South Africans saying they are struggling to cope. Households across South Africa are feeling the strain as rising fuel costs and higher electricity tariffs place further pressure on already stretched budgets. […]

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Okon impresses Broos in Panama friendlies

Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has praised former SuperSport United defender Ime Okon following the team’s recent FIFA international friendlies against Panama. Okon featured in both of matches and appears to have made a strong impression on the Belgian mentor. The Hannover 96 defender is enjoying regular game time in Germany's Bundesliga 2 having made 18 league appearances and scored two goals this season. Okon started both matches for […]

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DJ Warras murder case postponed to May as key evidence remains outstanding

The murder case of media personality Warrick "DJ Warras" Stock has been postponed to 27 May, after the State indicated that crucial parts of its investigation are still incomplete. Victor Majola, believed to be the alleged mastermind, and Armando Pacula, the alleged gunman, appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday. The pair face charges of murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Stock was gunned down in December last year […]

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Over 2,000 soldiers deployed across South Africa to tackle crime

More than 2,000 soldiers will be deployed across some of South Africa’s crime hotspots from today. President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to Gauteng, the Free State, the Western Cape and the Eastern Cape. Authorities say the operation is aimed at supporting police efforts to combat organised crime, particularly gang-related violence and the growing issue of illegal mining. The deployment, which […]

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Nigerian Embassy distances itself from KuGompo “king” saga

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Pretoria has distanced itself from the controversial crowning of Solomon Ogbonna Eziko as the "Igwe Ndigbo" of KuGompo in the Eastern Cape, a move that has drawn criticism from some community members and traditional leaders. The backlash comes amid calls for urgent intervention, following a picket by anti-immigrant groups and ActionSA outside the embassy’s offices in Arcadia on Tuesday. Under mounting […]

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Kaizer Chiefs launch women’s team

Kaizer Chiefs have officially ventured into the women’s footballing space, unveiling their newly formed side, Kaizer Chiefs Ladies, in Daveyton on Tuesday. The move marks a historic milestone for the Soweto Giants, who have long faced pressure to establish a women’s team in line with Confederation of African Football (CAF) requirements. The Glamour Girls squad consists of 24 players, including veteran Banyana Banyana midfielder, Mamello Makhabane. The team will be […]

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