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A nerve-wracking morning in Wentworth ended in relief as police safely rescued a five-year-old girl and her mother after a tense hostage standoff.
Masemola Says Police Close In On Witness D Killers: “We'll Make Arrests, At The Right Time”
Police say arrests are imminent in the murder of Madlanga commission witness Marius van der Merwe as investigators uncover links to multiple cases. Masemola
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December 21, 2025 at 4:10 PM
A nerve-wracking morning in Wentworth ended in relief as police safely rescued a five-year-old girl and her mother after a tense hostage standoff.
Thabo Mbeki delivers a blunt warning on the ANC’s future, saying South Africa faces serious trouble with no clear direction. His words at a funeral have reignited debate.
Mbeki Sounds Alarm On ANC’s Future As South Africa’s Political And Economic Crisis Deepens
Former president Thabo Mbeki warns the ANC and South Africa face serious trouble, questioning the country’s direction at a funeral tribute in Johannesburg.
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December 21, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Thabo Mbeki delivers a blunt warning on the ANC’s future, saying South Africa faces serious trouble with no clear direction. His words at a funeral have reignited debate.
Shock as popular radio and TV personality DJ Warras is shot dead in Johannesburg Central. Police confirm no arrests yet as investigations continue.
DJ Warras Shot Dead After Parking His Vehicle In Johannesburg Central
Popular radio and TV presenter DJ Warras was shot dead in Johannesburg Central after being approached by unknown suspects. Police say the motive is unclear.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Shock as popular radio and TV personality DJ Warras is shot dead in Johannesburg Central. Police confirm no arrests yet as investigations continue.
South Africa has been shut out of the first G20 Sherpa talks under the US presidency. What does this mean for global diplomacy ahead of 2026?
US G20 Presidency Begins As South Africa Is Excluded From Sherpa Talks In Washington
South Africa has been excluded from the first G20 Sherpa meeting under the US presidency, raising diplomatic concerns ahead of the 2026 summit.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM
South Africa has been shut out of the first G20 Sherpa talks under the US presidency. What does this mean for global diplomacy ahead of 2026?
Will the truth behind Phala Phala finally come out? Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia hints at unsealing the Top Secret IPID report as pressure mounts for transparency.
Cachalia Signals Possible Declassification Of Top Secret IPID Report On Phala Phala
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia hints at declassifying the Top Secret IPID report into the Phala Phala investigation amid political and legal pressure.
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December 13, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Will the truth behind Phala Phala finally come out? Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia hints at unsealing the Top Secret IPID report as pressure mounts for transparency.
High Court delivers a major blow to the NPA — rejecting its bid to appeal Timothy Omotoso’s acquittal. Here’s what the ruling means and what happens next.
High Court Dismisses NPA Bid To Appeal Timothy Omotoso Acquittal
High Court rejects the NPA’s attempt to appeal Timothy Omotoso’s acquittal, leaving prosecutors to consider a petition to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:50 PM
High Court delivers a major blow to the NPA — rejecting its bid to appeal Timothy Omotoso’s acquittal. Here’s what the ruling means and what happens next.
Ekurhuleni suspends its HR boss after failing to act against embattled EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi — here’s what sparked the latest shake-up. surgezirc.co.za/news/ekurhul...
Ekurhuleni HR Boss Suspended For Not Acting Against EMPD Chief Julius Mkhwanazi
Ekurhuleni suspends HR head Linda Gxasheka for failing to act against acting EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi amid corruption and misconduct allegations.
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December 12, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Ekurhuleni suspends its HR boss after failing to act against embattled EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi — here’s what sparked the latest shake-up. surgezirc.co.za/news/ekurhul...
BMA officers at O.R. Tambo foil two suspected human trafficking attempts, intercepting 30 travellers with suspicious patterns and fraudulent visas. Here’s what happened.
BMA Disrupts Suspected Human Trafficking Attempts At O.R. Tambo International Airport
BMA intercepts 30 foreign nationals in two suspected human trafficking incidents at O.R. Tambo International Airport amid festive season security ramp-up.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:53 AM
BMA officers at O.R. Tambo foil two suspected human trafficking attempts, intercepting 30 travellers with suspicious patterns and fraudulent visas. Here’s what happened.
Julius Malema blasts his gun law conviction as “political punishment” and calls supporters to rally before sentencing. Is the court biased? Find out what he says.
Julius Malema Accuses Magistrate Of Political Bias Ahead Of Gun Law Sentencing
Julius Malema says his gun law conviction is politically motivated as he heads to court for pre-sentencing. He urges supporters to challenge the ruling.
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December 11, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Julius Malema blasts his gun law conviction as “political punishment” and calls supporters to rally before sentencing. Is the court biased? Find out what he says.
A shock new poll puts billionaire Patrice Motsepe ahead in the ANC leadership race—despite him saying he’s not running. Here’s how the succession battle is suddenly shifting.
Patrice Motsepe Surges Ahead In Surprise Poll As ANC Succession Race Intensifies
Patrice Motsepe leads new polling in the ANC succession race as fresh contenders emerge ahead of the party’s 2027 elective conference.
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December 11, 2025 at 3:34 PM
A shock new poll puts billionaire Patrice Motsepe ahead in the ANC leadership race—despite him saying he’s not running. Here’s how the succession battle is suddenly shifting.
Hlabisa says every possible month for the 2026/27 local elections poses a problem — from school calendars to holiday travel. Here’s why setting the date has become a major headache.
Hlabisa Struggles To Finalise Local Government Election Date As All Proposed Months Pose Challenges
COGTA Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa says all possible months for the 2026/27 local elections present complications, making it difficult to set a final date.
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December 11, 2025 at 5:44 AM
Hlabisa says every possible month for the 2026/27 local elections poses a problem — from school calendars to holiday travel. Here’s why setting the date has become a major headache.
Gwede Mantashe shuts down ANC top-job rumours with a blunt “I’m too old and retiring” as succession battles intensify. Here’s what’s really happening inside the ANC.
Gwede Mantashe Shuts Down ANC Succession Rumours: ‘I’m Too Old And Retiring Soon’
Gwede Mantashe dismisses speculation about contesting the ANC’s top job, saying he's “too old” as succession debates heat up ahead of the 2027 elective conference.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Gwede Mantashe shuts down ANC top-job rumours with a blunt “I’m too old and retiring” as succession battles intensify. Here’s what’s really happening inside the ANC.
Brumelda Zuma’s sudden rise to parliament has ignited fresh controversy in the MKP. Is the party strengthening its ranks—or deepening its internal rifts? Click to read the full story.
Brumelda Zuma’s Parliamentary Appointment Sparks Concerns Over MKP’s Internal Politics
Brumelda Zuma’s appointment to parliament draws mixed reactions, with analysts warning it may deepen divisions within the MKP and fuel nepotism claims.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Brumelda Zuma’s sudden rise to parliament has ignited fresh controversy in the MKP. Is the party strengthening its ranks—or deepening its internal rifts? Click to read the full story.
Stranger Things fans were left fuming as Netflix buckled under demand during the Season 5 premiere. Thousands reported errors—here’s what went down and what’s coming next.
Netflix Glitches As Stranger Things Season 5 Drops, Leaving Viewers Frustrated
Netflix briefly crashed for thousands as Stranger Things Season 5 premiered, showing NSEZ-403 errors before service was restored within minutes.
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November 27, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Stranger Things fans were left fuming as Netflix buckled under demand during the Season 5 premiere. Thousands reported errors—here’s what went down and what’s coming next.
US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Pretoria after announcing that South Africa will not receive an invitation to next year’s G20 summit in Miami, Florida.
Trump Slams The Door: SA Banned From 2026 G20 After Explosive Rant
US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Pretoria after announcing that South Africa will not receive an invitation to next year’s G20 summit in
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November 27, 2025 at 6:19 AM
US President Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Pretoria after announcing that South Africa will not receive an invitation to next year’s G20 summit in Miami, Florida.
South Africa hits back after Trump blocks it from the 2026 G20. Ramaphosa’s office slams the claims behind the ban — here’s Pretoria’s full response.
Ramaphosa Hits Back After Trump Blocks South Africa From 2026 G20 Summit
South Africa responds strongly after Donald Trump bars the country from the 2026 G20 and cuts funding, calling his claims misleading and punitive. Ramaphosa
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November 27, 2025 at 6:18 AM
South Africa hits back after Trump blocks it from the 2026 G20. Ramaphosa’s office slams the claims behind the ban — here’s Pretoria’s full response.
US boycott, Ukraine tensions and high-stakes climate talks—inside the dramatic G20 summit unfolding in South Africa as Europe’s leaders rally.
European Leaders Unite At G20 Summit In South Africa As US Boycott Draws Global Attention
European leaders meet at South Africa’s G20 summit amid a US boycott and rising tensions over Ukraine, climate negotiations and global economic priorities.
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November 22, 2025 at 10:32 AM
US boycott, Ukraine tensions and high-stakes climate talks—inside the dramatic G20 summit unfolding in South Africa as Europe’s leaders rally.
South Africa just pledged $36.6m to the Global Fund — and a surprise multi-billion-dollar boost from the US has reshaped the global health funding landscape. Dive into the key moments from the G20 summit.
South Africa And Business Partners Commit $36.6 Million To Global Fund At G20 Summit
South Africa and its business sector pledge $36.6m to the Global Fund at the G20 summit, boosting efforts to strengthen health systems and fight TB, HIV and malaria.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:21 AM
South Africa just pledged $36.6m to the Global Fund — and a surprise multi-billion-dollar boost from the US has reshaped the global health funding landscape. Dive into the key moments from the G20 summit.
South Africa and the EU just unlocked major new deals on clean energy, minerals, trade and investment at the G20 Summit. Here’s what the boosted partnership means.
South Africa And EU Strengthen Trade And Energy Partnership At G20 Summit
South Africa and the EU deepened cooperation on trade, clean energy, minerals, and investment during high-level talks at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:10 PM
South Africa and the EU just unlocked major new deals on clean energy, minerals, trade and investment at the G20 Summit. Here’s what the boosted partnership means.
EU leaders applaud SA’s multilateral push at the G20 as they lock in new trade and clean energy partnerships. Here’s what it means for Africa’s future.
EU Applauds South Africa For Championing Multilateralism At G20 Summit
The EU praises South Africa’s G20 focus on multilateralism, committing to deeper trade, investment and clean energy cooperation with the continent. G20 summit
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November 21, 2025 at 6:54 PM
EU leaders applaud SA’s multilateral push at the G20 as they lock in new trade and clean energy partnerships. Here’s what it means for Africa’s future.
UN chief António Guterres lands in Johannesburg with a clear mission: push world leaders towards urgent peace action. Here’s what he plans to tell the G20.
UN Chief Guterres Prioritises Global Peace Talks Ahead Of G20 Leaders’ Summit
UN chief António Guterres says pushing for global peace will top his agenda at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg as he urges world leaders to act.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:35 PM
UN chief António Guterres lands in Johannesburg with a clear mission: push world leaders towards urgent peace action. Here’s what he plans to tell the G20.
The US just pledged $4.6B to the Global Fund at the G20 summit — but experts warn sudden aid cuts could undo decades of progress. Here’s what’s at stake.
US Commits $4.6 Billion To Global Fund As Leaders Rally Support At G20 Summit
The US pledges $4.6 billion to the Global Fund at the G20 summit as world leaders warn of rising health risks and funding cuts affecting vulnerable communities.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The US just pledged $4.6B to the Global Fund at the G20 summit — but experts warn sudden aid cuts could undo decades of progress. Here’s what’s at stake.
Kagiso Rabada ruled out of second India Test, but South Africa captain Temba Bavuma confident ahead of historic Guwahati clash.
Rabada Out Of 2nd India Test, South Africa Confident Ahead Of Guwahati Clash
South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma confident despite Kagiso Rabada missing second India Test in Guwahati; tourists aim for historic series win on Indian soil.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Kagiso Rabada ruled out of second India Test, but South Africa captain Temba Bavuma confident ahead of historic Guwahati clash.
Armed gangs abduct pupils from a Catholic school in Nigeria just as Trump warns he may invade—heightening tensions over Christian persecution.
Pupils Kidnapped From Catholic School In Nigeria Again Amid Trump’s Military Threat
Armed gangs abduct pupils from a Catholic school in central Nigeria, as U.S. President Trump threatens military intervention over alleged Christian persecution.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Armed gangs abduct pupils from a Catholic school in Nigeria just as Trump warns he may invade—heightening tensions over Christian persecution.
UK and South Africa just signed multi-billion rand deals boosting SMEs, tech, trade, and defence—hours before the G20 Summit. Here’s what the new partnership means.
UK And South Africa Sign Multi-Billion Rand Economic Deals Ahead Of G20 Summit
The UK and South Africa seal major economic partnerships worth billions, boosting SMEs, tech growth, trade and infrastructure ahead of the G20 Summit.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:16 AM
UK and South Africa just signed multi-billion rand deals boosting SMEs, tech, trade, and defence—hours before the G20 Summit. Here’s what the new partnership means.