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21 people killed on Gauteng roads since start of Heritage Day long weekend
Gauteng traffic police said their preliminary road safety statistics showed that there had been 17 fatal crashes since Thursday.
Monday 25 September 2023
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ActionSA 'very happy' to see SIU probing Rooiwal wastewater treatment project
President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the proclamation authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to probe allegations of maladministration and corruption in the Tshwane metro.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Gauteng warned to brace for potentially severe thunderstorms on Monday
Last week, strong winds hit parts of Tshwane and Centurion, damaging some infrastructure and cars and weather forecaster, Elizabeth Viljoen, said that the storms on Monday may be similar.
Monday 25 September 2023
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3 people dead, 21 injured in Golden Arrow bus accident in Cape Town
The cause of the accident is unclear at this stage.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Ramaphosa gives SIU the go-ahead to probe Rooiwal wastewater project
The botched project failed when the City of Tshwane gave a tender of more than R250 million to questionable companies, delaying the project of fixing the treatment plant in 2018.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Some Cemetery View informal settlement residents refuse to relocate after fire
About 2,000 people have been displaced and hundreds of shacks gutted after a fire broke out on Saturday night.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Gift of the Givers says it's been asked to help with aid for flood-hit WC towns
Heavy rains and damaging winds have battered the Western Cape since Sunday. Flooding has been reported across the province among informal settlements and formal housing.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Ramaphosa gives SIU go-ahead to probe Rooiwal wastewater project
The botched project failed when the City of Tshwane gave a tender of more than R250 million to questionable companies, delaying the project of fixing the treatment plant in 2018.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Disaster management centre activated across WC following storm damage
This is in response to flooding and severe damage caused by galeforce winds and heavy rains that have battered the Cape since Sunday.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Mashatile echoes Ramaphosas call to continue building unity in KZN
The deputy president at a Heritage Day event on Sunday in the province encouraged people to remember that despite different cultures and tribes, South Africans formed one nation.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Mighty Max, McLaren momentum, Perez pain: Japanese GP talking points
Runaway championship leader Max Verstappen got back on track in Suzuka, where Red Bull clinched the constructors' championship.
Monday 25 September 2023
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India powers up for Cricket World Cup
India target a third World Cup triumph when the country hosts cricket's seven-week global showpiece, buoyed by an economic boom and growing, international self-confidence.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Unemployed and graduate doctors get a boost as close to 2,000 posts created
Since January, 3,974 posts for medical doctors have been advertised and filled - compared to the 2,053 posts of 2022.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Load shedding suspended in flood-hit Western and Eastern Cape coastal areas
Eskom suspended load shedding in these areas to allow technical teams to restore the supply of electricity safety, after flooding caused widespread damage to infrastructure.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Housing MMC sends condolences to family of girl who fell out JHB building window
The three-year-old child fell out of a window on the fifth floor of a JOSHCO building in Hillbrow on Saturday, and later died at a local clinic.
Monday 25 September 2023
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DA announces Pappas as premier candidate for KZN
Pappas is currently mayor of the uMngeni Local Municipality and previously served as the partys deputy leader in the province.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Watch: Comic Con Africa 2023
Comic Con Africa 2023 kicked off in Joburg. More than 80,000 people are expected to visit this years exhibition, which boasts a multitude of new stalls and sections that can be explored by both young and old.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Mashatile behind Springboks despite loss against Ireland
The national rugby team lost to ireland on Saturday night in a Rugby World Cup match in France.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Rapinoe makes triumphant US farewell in win over SA's Banyana Banyana
The iconic 38-year-old striker, celebrated for off-field activism as well as glories on the pitch, ended her epic US career with 63 goals in 203 caps over more than 17 years with a 54th-minute exit at Chicago's Soldier Field.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Water dept urges Gauteng municipalities to boost revenue collection mechanisms
Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhulenis failure to collect revenue for the services they were rendering was labelled a cause for concern by the department, amid the financial issues they were recently experiencing.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Displaced Cemetery View residents sheltered at PTA church following deadly blaze
A fire tore through the informal settlement on Saturday night, destroying hundreds of homes, displacing approximately 2,000 people, admitting several to the hospital, and killing a 5-year-old girl and two men.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Mental health struggles of SA's deaf community not being recognised - SASOP
South Africa's deaf population struggles with a wide range of emotional, psychological, and sociological problems that can have a serious influence on their well-being.
Monday 25 September 2023
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CT police hunting suspects who killed one officer and critically injured another
Police in Samora Machel are investigating a murder and attempted murder case after two off-duty officers were attacked on Friday evening in Eland Street, Philippi.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Rescue operations underway in Overberg for people caught in WC storm floodwaters
An Orange Level 9 warning for severe storms was issued by the South African Weather Service, hitting communities hard by the inclement weather currently being experienced across Western Cape.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Kommetjie tragedy: Public memorial service to be held for late Navy mariners
Lieutenant commander Gillian Hector, master warrant officer William Mathipa, and warrant officer Mmokwapa Mojela died after being swept off the SAS Manthatisi submarine in rough seas last week.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Please take it seriously: WC triggers Disaster Management amid level 9 warning
The South African Weather Services upped its extreme weather warning on Sunday afternoon from level six to level nine.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Road closures expected as William Nicol Drive to be officially renamed
The Johannesburg Road Agency urged motorists and commuters to consider alternative routes on Tuesday, due to road closures and lane reductions at the William Nicol and Sandton Drive intersection.
Monday 25 September 2023
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'Language of choice under threat, especially Afrikaans': FW de Klerk Foundation
The foundation said government was failing to implement the Constitutions Official Languages Act, saying it posed a threat to the notion that the country had 12 official languages.
Monday 25 September 2023
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'Not like there are challenges & ANC isn't doing anything' - Mashatile tells MPs
Mashatile faced MPs on Friday, in a question-and-answer session where he responded to questions about collapsing service delivery in municipalities, coalition governments, and delays in settling land claims.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Tragic irony of navy officer's death
Lieutenant Commander Gillian Hector, who died this week in a submarine accident off the Kommetjie coast, was fascinated by submarines.
Monday 25 September 2023
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Paris Fashion Week starts after Balmain robbery
As fashion month's last stop¸ the Paris spring-summer 2024 womenswear collections come with buyers, bloggers and influencers still digesting the hundreds of new trends put forward in London, New York and Milan through September.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Ten Hag baffled by Man Utd's defensive frailties
Ten Hag's side have conceded 14 goals in their last five games in all competitions after slipping to a 4-3 defeat at Bayern Munich in their Champions League opener on Wednesday.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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'Happy' Assefa smashes women's marathon world record in Berlin
Assefa clocked 2hr 11min 53sec, more than two minutes ahead of the previous world mark of 2:14:04 set by Kenyan Brigid Kosgei in Chicago in 2019.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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WATCH: Rooms of Hillbrow apartment building on fire
City of Johannesburg authorities were first alerted to the blaze on the corner of Van Der Merwe and Klein streets at around 4pm on Saturday afternoon.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Tight security ahead of deputy president Paul Mashatile's Heritage Day address
Police in KwaZulu Natal say safety measures are in place ahead of Sunday's national Heritage Day celebrations.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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King Misuzulu pleads for an end to royal infighting
AmaZulu King Misuzulu has urged the royal family to end the internal rift, as the battle for the throne continued.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Union Imatu to challenge dismissal of its workers by Tshwane municipality
The municipality has dismissed over 100 of its employees for participating in what it calls an illegal and unprotected strike.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Gauteng metros have no plan to tackle water scarcity: Water & Sanitation dept
Taps have been running dry in many areas across Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni this past week.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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FS magistrate's death huge loss for judiciary - Association of Women Judges
On Friday, the body of the 40 year-old judge was found stuffed in the boot of a car in a guesthouse in Lesotho.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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SA failing to develop indigenous languages: FW de Klerk Foundation
The foundation released its 2023 report card on cultural, religious and language rights in South Africa on Sunday.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Vast local music collection at Stellenbosch University
One of the country's most valuable music treasures is being kept in the music library at the university.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Sasco losing fight against EFF student command - Mbalula
Mbalula said the party was losing its support base among young voters.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Level 9 weather warning for parts of Western Cape as cold front makes landfall
Disaster management officials are preparing for a massive storm, set to hit the Western Cape on Sunday afternoon.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Suspected criminal mastermind arrested in Cape Town - SAPS
Two other men were arrested in a series of police raids in the Delft area.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Heritage Day is a reminder of who we are - Mashatile
Mashatile delivered the keynote address at governments national event in Durban on Sunday.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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KZN premier says purchase of traditional attire can help economy grow
Speaking on the sidelines of National Heritage Day celebrations in Durban on Sunday, she said those selling traditional wear had an important role to play in the economy
Sunday 24 September 2023
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SA Navy launches board of inquiry after Kommetjie tragedy
The mariners had been on board the SAS Manthatisi submarine conducting a vertical transfer on Wednesday when they died.
Sunday 24 September 2023
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Hill-Lewis calls on Capetonians to support shelters for the homeless
This follows the opening of an expanded wing at the Haven Night Shelter in Green Point. Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis said a city donation helped add 63% more beds to the facility.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Missing FS magistrate's body found in Lesotho, husband awaits extradition
After questioning by police, Mamello Thamae's husband pointed out to authorities that the magistrate's body was in the boot of their car in Lesotho.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Labour Court upholds Tshwane decision to withhold striking employee salaries
In August, the capital city withheld the salaries of 319 of its employees for engaging in what it has called an illegal strike.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Ocean lovers roll up their sleeves for beach clean-up
As part of International Coastal Clean-Up Day on Saturday, ocean lovers braced the blistering, cold weather in Cape Town to participate in a beach clean-up.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Parly adjusts travel management policy amid MP complaints about long-haul travel
On Friday, parliamentarians lamented the indirect flights and long layovers when they travel abroad, saying their inconvenience had been compounded by Dirco withdrawing logistical support in their travel arrangements.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Police warn South Africans against 'harbouring illegal immigrants'
During a recent operation in Northern Cape, 867 suspected illegal miners were arrested, with provincial Police Commissioner Koliswa Otola saying that most were foreigners suspected of having entered the country illegally.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Saturday 23 September 2023
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SA water shortages: eThekwini suspects sabotage, Mchunu asks GP to draw up plans
Areas along the north of Durban were without water for approximately five days, while the cities of Tshwane, Ekurhuleni, and Johannesburg experienced service delivery protests linked to the provision of water supply.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Search for missing man continues at Camps Bay beach
NSRI said they were alerted by an eyewitness who said they saw a man in the sea, battling against a rip current. However, there was no sign of the man during an aerial sea search on Friday.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Spurs ready for acid test at Arsenal: Postecoglou
A first league victory at Arsenal since 2010 would serve as another significant milestone in Tottenham's development under Postecoglou.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Case of German tourist Nick Frischke moved to regional court
The five accused have been charged with aggravated robbery and possession of a firearm after being caught with Frischkes backpack and wallet shortly after he disappeared in February.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Kommetjie tragedy: Death of Lieutenant Commander Hector a huge loss - SA Navy
Hector, one of three miners who lost their lives in a tragic submarine incident just off the coast of Kommetjie on Wednesday, was the first woman to navigate a submarine in Africa.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Police promise heightened visibility across SA over long weekend
The South African Police Service (Saps) said law enforcement officers would be out in full force through the long weekend to stomp out any acts of criminality.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Traffic authorities brace for a bumper long weekend
Authorities said they would be keeping a close eye on the roads this long weekend, with several operations in place in order to keep road users safe and alive.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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JHB Water denies shortage due to sabotage: 'The challenges aren't on our side'
The water utility denied that this weeks shortage in parts of Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni was a ploy to rig procurement processes and score tenders for some officials.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Rand Water: Reservoirs filling up following water supply issues
Parts of Gauteng were without water following a storm on Tuesday night, that caused the Zuikerbosch treatment plant to trip.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Soshanguve space muffins: GP DoE asks community help to keep drugs from schools
Ninety schoolchildren from Soshanguve's Pulamadibogo Primary School were hospitalised on Wednesday after eating muffins allegedly laced with marijuana, that were sold to them by two men.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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YONELA DIKO: Media must curb its enthusiasm during national election coverage
Unfortunately, in South Africa there has been a proliferation of so-called 'Opinion Journalism' - a brand of journalism that is abusive, and vulgarises media power for political gains, writes Yonela Diko.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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The week that was: Boks vs Ireland, extreme weather, SA failing human rights
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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New-look Gucci goes back to the classics
French owners Kering brought in Sabato de Sarno in January to replace star designer Alessandro Michele, who transformed Gucci over seven years with his eccentric, gender-fluid designs and offbeat shows.
Saturday 23 September 2023
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Kulelisonto: Kusafaniswa abashe nebhasi, sibheka oweSpringboks neIreland
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Comic Con Africa exhibition kicks off in Joburg
More than 80,000 people are expected to visit this years exhibition, which boasts a multitude of new stalls and sections that can be explored by both young and old.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Adidas boss apologises for controversial Ye comments
Bjorn Gulden, who joined Adidas at the beginning of 2023 after the scandal erupted, made the comments last week in an interview with the podcast "In Good Company".
Friday 22 September 2023
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Nagelsmann named coach of Euro 2024 hosts Germany
Julian Nagelsmann has been given nine months to revive flailing Germany ahead of hosting Euro 2024 after being named as the sacked Hansi Flick's successor as national team coach on Friday.
Friday 22 September 2023
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France captain Dupont to have tests on facial fracture
Antoine Dupont, 26, will almost certainly miss France's final pool game against Italy on 6 October and could be a doubt for a potential quarter-final against reigning champions South Africa or Ireland, the world's number one-ranked team.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Lack of budget the biggest challenge in settling land claims, says Mashatile
Deputy President Paul Mashatile faced several questions from MPs on land claims and why its taken the government so long to settle them.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Joburg Water denies putting patients' lives at risk during water shortages
While Joburg Water admits that water supply at some hospitals was impacted, the utility said it wasnt enough to affect critical patient services.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Joburg Water's Mukwevho denies blaming city's water shortages on residents
Residents in Midrand, Sandton and the south of Joburg have since been grappling with water supply issues for several days.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Soshanguve space cake incident brings substance abuse in area into focus
On Wednesday, about 90 pupils from the Pulamidibogo Primary School had to be hospitalised after they ate muffins laced with dagga.
Friday 22 September 2023
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One of the accused in disappearance of German tourist Nick Frischke granted bail
The five accused have been charged with aggravated robbery and possession of a firearm after being caught with Frishkes backpack and wallet shortly after he disappeared.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Booker Prize shortlist offers 'terrors' and 'pleasures'
The shortlist for the 2023 Booker Prize was announced in London on Thursday, with the final six books offering 'terrors, pleasures, joys and consolations'.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Parly to work with universities on reconstruction of its fire-damaged buildings
Parliaments special projects manager, Simon Mashigo, says the reconstruction will involve academics and students from Stellenbosch University, the Cape Peninsula University of Technology as well as vocational colleges.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Water supply to be restored to parts of Sandton, Midrand on Saturday - JHB Water
Joburg Water's managing director, Ntshavheni Mukwevho, made the announcement at a briefing in the city on Friday afternoon.
Friday 22 September 2023
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SA Navy: Inquiry will establish circumstances that led to submarine tragedy
Admiral Musawenkosi Nkomonde said it was not the first time the officers had practiced a vertical transfer and an inquiry would establish the circumstances that led to the incident.
Friday 22 September 2023
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All pupils who were hospitalised after eating space cakes released - GDE
Earlier on Friday, two men suspected of selling the muffins to the children appeared in court where they face eight counts of attempted murder.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Our focus is attaining price stability: Kganyago on repo rate decision
The central Bank's governor warned that persistent inflationary pressures, such as higher fuel and oil costs and stagnant economic growth, could lead to another repo rate hike in the future.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Govt must work with municipalities & not take control - Mashatile
Deputy President Paul Mashatile was on Friday answering questions in the National Assembly on what measures he would put in place to process the outcomes of the National Dialogue on Coalitions and service delivery.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Eskom suspends power cuts for the long weekend
Eskom's Daphne Mokwena said the suspension over the long weekend was due to sustained improved performance of generation availability.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Soshanguve space cake arrest: Community wants police to find real drug kingpins
On Friday, Amukelani Nyalunga and Ofentse Maluleke made a brief appearance at the Soshanguve Magistrates Court, and were charged with eight counts of attempted murder.
Friday 22 September 2023
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CT dinosaur festival shut down for non-compliance
The City of Cape Town's Events Permit Office says the Dinosaur World event has been deemed illegal due to non-compliance with the Events By-Law and the Safety at Sports and Recreational Events Act.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Access Chapter 2 concerned about syndicate targeting LGBTQI+ community on Grindr
This after seven men used the dating app Grindr to lure a Wits student before demanding a R30,000 ransom for the 18-year-olds release.
Friday 22 September 2023
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G20 urged to boost spending on combatting HIV and AIDS for children
Archbishop Thabo Makgoba spoke at a high-level United Nations General Assembly event in New York this week, saying the coronavirus and war in Europe have taken attention away from the plight of children with HIV and AIDS.
Friday 22 September 2023
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'The Parliament we want is a Parliament that's open & accountable' - UniteBehind
UniteBehind's Zackie Achmat said it was high time corrupt MPs were held accountable for their actions and the Zondo recommendations were implemented.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Some unions pleased with Reserve Bank decision to keep repo rate unchanged
Cosatu spokesperson Matthew Parks said he hopes the overall disinflation trend eases the Central Banks hawkish tone on policy rates.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Duo charged with attempted murder for allegedly selling space cakes to children
Amukelani Nyalunga and Ofentse Maluleka, aged 19 and 21, made their first appearances at the Soshanguve Magistrates Court on Friday.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Alarm raised over proposed amendments to Road Accident Fund Act
The amendment bill removes the rights of drivers, passengers and pedestrians to claim compensation for injuries but proposes the fund provide 'social benefits' instead.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Govt claims organisations using Sept grants dilemma to score political points
Over 500,000 beneficiaries of the South African Social Security Agency did not receive their September social grants due to a system failure at disburser - Postbank.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Govt 'well aware of' service delivery problems across SA, Mashatile tells MPs
Deputy President Paul Mashatile was back in the National Assembly on Friday morning, responding to oral questions around collapsing service delivery and coalition governments.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Conservative media mogul Rupert Murdoch hands empire to son Lachlan
The Australian-born mogul, who built a global entertainment and news juggernaut instrumental in events from the Margaret Thatcher era to the rise of Donald Trump, will step back at the age of 92, starting mid-November, Fox Corp. and News Corp announced.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Successful engagement with taxi association after operators' protest - eThekwini
Earlier in the week, taxi operators blocked the M4 highway in Durban over ranking space, demanding to continue working next to the Oceans Mall, which was a space they used prior to it being built.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Water systems out of capacity or on their knees, warns Joburg Water
This follows a power failure at the Zuikerbosch Water Treatment Plant on Tuesday night.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Restoration of fire-gutted Parly buildings proceeds with design process underway
Giving an update on the fire reconstruction on Friday, secretary to Parliament, Xolile George, revealed, however, that the completion date has been pushed back by two months.
Friday 22 September 2023
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South Africa 'eager' for Ireland crunch: De Klerk
The Springboks have won 18 of their 27 previous matches with Ireland but it is the Irish who have held the upper hand in recent years, winning four of the last six meetings, including a 19-16 victory in Dublin last November.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Jones rings changes at half-back for must win Wales clash
Australia cannot afford to lose on Sunday in Lyon against a Wales team that has won its opening two Pool C matches.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Arsenal captain Odegaard signs new contract
The 24-year-old midfielder follows in the footsteps of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and William Saliba, who have all extended their deals.
Friday 22 September 2023
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SAWS cautions of stormy weather in parts of SA over the weekend
Forecasters said an intense spring cut-off low is expected to affect large parts of South Africa from this Saturday until Tuesday next week, bringing with it rain, wind, and rough seas.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Parents of pupils allegedly sold space muffins seek attempted murder charge
Approximately 90 schoolchildren from Pulamadibogo Primary School in Soshanguve were hospitalised after eating muffins, allegedly laced with marijuana, which were sold to them by two men.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Rising global oil prices, volatile rand add to renewed inflation risks - Sarb
Though policy rates were kept the same by the central bank, its governor, Lesetja Kganyago, said elevated fuel and food prices, and a volatile rand remained a concern.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Kommetjie tragedy & NC crash highlight risky lives of SANDF members - SANDU
In one week, the Defence Force lost 3 mariners in the Kommetjie coast tragedy and four officials during the Northern Cape military vehicle crash.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Grindr kidnapping: Gauteng police probing case of attempted murder
An 18-year-old University of the Witwatersrand student - who was lured on dating app Grindr - was found severely beaten at the Denver hostel in the east of Johannesburg this week.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Postbank taking measures to protect system from fraud and corruption
The social welfare grant distributors CEO said there were several corrective measures that the entity took to ensure that its oversight systems were improved.
Friday 22 September 2023
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SA's made good progress in transforming public health sector, Phaahla tells UN
The Minister of Health addressed the UN on Thursday to provide it with a comprehensive review of the progress made by South Africa thus far in achieving universal healthcare coverage by 2030.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Eskom suspends load shedding for 6 hours on Friday
The power utility cited reduced demand and decent power generation capacity.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Grindr kidnapping: 7 men arrested linked to 86 more cases involving queer people
The men were arrested in connection with the abduction of an 18-year-old student in Johannesburg. It's understood the victim was lured using the Grindr dating app.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Postbank taking many measures to protect system from fraud and corruption
The social welfare grant distributors CEO said there were several corrective measures that the entity took to ensure that its oversight systems were improved.
Friday 22 September 2023
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Kommetjie coast tragedy: All safety measures were taken during drill SA Navy
On Wednesday afternoon, three mariners died off the coast of Kommetjie, while four others were safely rescued during a vertical transfer evolution drill.
Friday 22 September 2023
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The day that was: Naval deaths - what went wrong? 22 eThekwini beaches 'safe'
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
Friday 22 September 2023
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'Game of Thrones' author, other writers sue ChatGPT creator over copyrights
The Authors Guild accused the California-based company of using their books 'without permission' to train ChatGPT's 'large language models,' algorithms capable of producing human-sounding text responses based on simple queries, according to the lawsuit.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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SA Navy to have inquiry into submarine disaster; festival in CT cancelled
Three officers died when they were swept off the Sas Manthatisi by high waves during an exercise involving a helicopter.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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Australia's Cummins sees India ODIs as key World Cup preparation
Australian captain Pat Cummins said on Thursday he had fully recovered from a wrist injury and hoped to play all three one-day internationals against hosts India starting Friday.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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'Let's embrace our uniqueness', says DSIGO World Championships organiser
Gymnasts from six different countries will participate in the 2023 Down Syndrome International Gymnastics (DSIGO) World Championships, which will take place at the Matsport Centre in Eldoraigne, Tshwane on 23 and 24 September.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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3 men handed hefty sentences for rape, sexual exploitation of a minor in WC
One of the men, who is the boyfriend of the child's mother, has been sentenced to life in prison while his two accomplices received 15-year prison terms each.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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Gauteng police investigating syndicate suspected of targeting LGBTIQ+ community
Seven men were arrested at the Denver hostel, east of Johannesburg, on Wednesday for allegedly kidnapping a student from Wits University.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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Kwezanamuhla: Kuzophenywa ngabashone kwi-submarine, kuboshwe inqwaba kuShanela
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Thursday 21 September 2023
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Gungubele: Postbank board members' resignations won't affect running of entity
Earlier this month, five of the eight board members resigned from Postbank, however, the ministry of communications said they were fired over issues relating to awarding of contracts.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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SARB keeps repo rate unchanged at 8.25%
The second pause on policy rates is in line with predictions by some economists.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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5 people arrested in Swellendam in wake of violent protests
A community centre and a fire department vehicle were torched by angry residents protesting about indigent relief on Wednesday.
Thursday 21 September 2023
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Sarb's tone remains hawkish despite keeping repo rate unchanged
Households and businesses can breathe a sigh of relief as the South African Reserve Bank (Sarb) opts to keep borrowing costs unchanged for a second consecutive time.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
3 men handy hefty sentences for rape, sexual exploitation of a minor in WC
One of the men, who is the boyfriend of the child's mother, has been sentenced to life in prison while his two accomplices received 15-year prison terms each.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
'There wont be power at all': CoJ ups ante on illegal power connections
The City of Joburg is enforcing level three disconnections, meaning the city physically removes its infrastructure from the premises of illegally connected businesses and residential units.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Mapisa-Nqakula says parliament will no longer be accepting any new bills
Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula said despite deadline warnings shes still not received an updated list of legislation that the sixth parliament is expected to process before the house rises next year.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Govt a step closer to subjecting churches, NGOs to security vetting
The National Assembly on Thursday agreed to a motion to establish an ad hoc committee to consider the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill, which will see closer scrutiny of NGOs to curb terror financing.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Postbank says it's put systems in place to prevent beneficiaries not being paid
Earlier this month, about R500,000 South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) grant beneficiaries did not receive their money due to a glitch in Postbanks system.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
ANC councillor shot and killed in uMlazi
This killing comes weeks after the political task team revealed that there'd been over 50 murders of politicians in KwaZulu-Natal since 2018.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Repo rate announcement: Leave room for disappointment, caution economists
The central bank is set to announce the repo rate on Thursday where it's expected to keep it unchanged, but some economists have warned that there is a risk that economic indicators could push it to hike borrowing costs.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Swellendam protests continue to impact schools negatively - WC Edu Dept
Education MEC David Maynier said that the disruptions come at a time when learners need to focus on exams.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Water tankers dispatched across Joburg amid supply issues
Johannesburg Water added more areas to the list of suburbs that would be affected by a power failure at Rand Waters Zuikerbosch water plant on Tuesday night.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
SANDF releases names of officers who died in Kommetjie submarine disaster
Lieutenant commander Gillian Hector, master warrant officer William Mathipa, and warrant officer Mmokwapa Mojela died after being swept off the SA Navy submarine Sas Manthatisi on Wednesday afternoon.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Police arrest at least 50 people as Operation Shanela hits Lyttleton
One person was arrested after he was found in possession of a large quantity of crystal meth and another, after he was discovered behind the wheel of a vehicle that was reported stolen from Tsakane in 2015.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
CoJ says it's making headway in uncovering kingpins behind hijacked buildings
The City of Joburg plans to launch a unit to deal with illegally hijacked buildings within the inner city.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Questions remain over navy exercise that claimed 3 lives off CT coast
SA Navy submarine SAS Manthatisi was en route to Cape Town while conducting a vertical transfer on Wednesday. The exercise, which involved an SA Air Force Maritime Lynx helicopter, saw high waves sweep seven crew members out to sea.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
2 men shot dead in Bonteheuwel
The police's Joseph Swartbooi added that the motive was not yet known but Bonteheuwel ward councillor, Angus McKenzie, said the incident appeared to be gang-related.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Postbank has resolved its system glitches - govt
Speaking during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday, Communications Minister Mondli Gungubele apologised to the people of South Africa again.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Lotto results: Wednesday, 20 September 2023
Eyewitness News brings you the winning Lotto numbers. Check if you've won.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
The music tastes better: How setbacks seasoned Anthony Hamilton's artistry
Anthony Hamilton sits down with Eyewitness News to discuss his upcoming shows over Heritage Day weekend, why South Africa is his second home, and how life experiences shaped his three-decade-long career.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Cricket World Cup: Proteas suffer double blow with exclusion of Nortje, Magala
The Cricket World Cup will begin on 5 October and the Proteas squad will depart for India on Saturday, 23 September.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Chiefs rope in Sibongiseni Mthethwa in face of losing streak
The Bafana defender will have to hit the ground running when he joins his new teammates in the coming days, having missed out on pre-season training with the team.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Samoa seek more clashes against elite ahead of Argentina World Cup duel
Since crashing out of the group stages at the last World Cup in Japan, Samoa have played only 12 matches, less than a third of the number played by the elite Tier 1 nations.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
'Proud' Sainz wary of Red Bull revival in Japan
Sainz topped the podium at last week's Singapore Grand Prix to end Red Bull's hopes of an undefeated Formula One season, with runaway championship leader Max Verstappen finishing fifth and Sergio Perez eighth.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Eskom not sitting with a 'money problem', has enough for diesel - Ramokgopa
Giving answers in the National Assembly on Wednesday, the Electricity Minister said Eskom has ring-fenced R30 billion for the purchase of diesel, and that stage 6 load shedding was because of a maintenance issue, not the lack of diesel.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Joburg Water adds areas to be affected by water shortages after system failures
System failures at Johannesburg Water and Rand Waters Zuikerbosch Water Plant have created shortages in parts of the city, with affected areas including South Hills, Naturena, Berea and Linden.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
After 2 postponements, National Assembly sets date to vote for new PP
The House will be asked on 19 October to endorse the current deputy Public Protector, Kholeka Gcaleka, to become the countrys fifth Public Protector.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Treasury has no intention of cutting budgets for social services - Godongwana
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana was answering oral questions in the National Assembly on Wednesday as part of the economics cluster.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Mandy Wiener: Government should not take a knife to the corruption gunfight
The National Prosecuting Authority has suspended next years intake for its internship initiative, due to budget constraints.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Water & electricity price hikes still sore point for SAns amid high living costs
Stats SA said electricity tariffs soared to double digits in 2023, while households paid almost 10% more for water.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Bayern beat Man Utd as Real Madrid, Arsenal win in Champions League
The meeting between German champions Bayern and a struggling United side, a repeat of the 1999 final, was the biggest game of the opening round of matches in this season's competition and it did not disappoint.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
UPDATE: NSRI completing rescue operation where 3 SA Navy personnel died
This follows reports that eight navy officers were swept off a vessel after a massive wave hit the submarine off the coast of Cape Town.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
JHB hijacked buildings: Lawyers accused of Deeds Office collusion to be probed
The City of Johannesburgs probe into hijacked buildings within the CBD has led investigators to rogue lawyers who are alleged to have gone into the Deeds Office to irregularly change the owners' details, revoking their ownership.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Swellendam protest: Councillor Matthysen heartbroken about disaster unfolding
Residents of an informal settlement in the area clashed with police on Wednesday during a violent protest, demanding indigent benefits, including free electricity and rebates for pensioners.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
DA on Kameeldrift fire: GP govt failed to fulfill formalisation vow
The DA said the fire, which left about 150 families living in the informal settlement homeless, could have been prevented if government moved quicker with its promise to build houses and develop the area.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Bayern see off struggling Man United in Champions League
Bayern took control when visiting goalkeeper Andre Onana let Leroy Sane's weak shot roll into the net in the 28th minute before Serge Gnabry swept home a second.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Despite Sars JHB fire, there are enough digitised records of data, says official
Sars Gauteng Regional Director Nathaniel Mabetwa assured that the revenue service had progressed from its prior paper-based approach, making it unlikely any files were destroyed.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
MALAIKA MAHLATSI: Buthelezi revisionism an injustice to Inkatha victims
The sanitisation of Mangosuthu Buthelezi lends itself to the systematic and intentional erasure of men and women like my grandmother, who had to endure unimaginable brutality at the hands of Inkatha, writes Malaika Mahlatsi.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
The day that was: Suspicious fire at SARS building, Swellendam violent protests
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
PowerBall results: Tuesday, 19 September 2023
Eyewitness News brings you the winning PowerBall numbers. Check if you've won.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Ronaldo's Man Utd return 'turned out wrong': Solskjaer
Solskjaer was in charge when United brought the five-time Ballon d'Or winner back to Old Trafford in a much-hyped move in August 2021.
Thursday 21 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Libbok determined to prove a point in Irish World Cup blockbuster
The 26-year-old was named man of the match in the Springboks' opening 18-3 victory over Scotland but concerns were raised about the accuracy of his kicking at goal.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Kwezanamuhla: Ubhubhisile umoya eGauteng, bekunomhlangano nge-rank yaseMhlanga
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Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Survivors of Kameeldrift fire call on Tshwane to speed up formalisation of area
About 90 shacks at the Kameeldrift plot 175 informal settlement burnt to the ground on Tuesday night, however, no injuries or fatalities were reported.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Murray vows to make strong finish to 'up and down' year
Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray said Wednesday he is 'still going in the right direction' and is determined to make a strong finish to an 'up and down' year.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Tsakane calm after protests but roads still blocked with rocks, says EMPD
The Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) said the protests in Tsakane had died down but roads remain barricaded with rocks and rubble.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Some members of the public question how fire at Sars building started
The basement of the revenue service's seven-storey building in Marshalltown, Johannesburg caught fire just after midday on Wednesday and the first two floors, occupied by employees, had to be evacuated.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
2 naval mariners dead, 6 others rescued off Kommetjie coast - NSRI
NSRI spokesperson, Craig Lambinon, said that the NSRI at Kommetjie were activated at 14.47pm on Wednesday following reports that naval mariners were in difficulty off-shore of the Slangkop lighthouse at Kommetjie.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Food inflation softens for fifth consecutive month - Stats SA
Except for fruit, all food and non-alcoholic beverages including white and brown bread, maize meal, and cereals recorded lower annual rates in August.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
No records compromised in Marshalltown fire, says Sars
Emergency services are putting out a blaze at a Sars building in Marshalltown.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Unisa says academic project remains intact despite facing administration
In May, a damning assessment by Professor Themba Mosia found that Unisa had experienced many incidents of mismanagement, financial irregularities and poor student services among many other issues.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
2 SA Navy divers dead, 5 rescued off Kommetjie coast - NSRI
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) said that two SA Navy divers were dead and five were rescued at sea just off the coast of Kommetjie.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Swellendam protest: Police use stun grenades, rubber bullets as tensions flare
Tensions have flared up again at an informal settlement in Swellendam.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Economists expect SA Reserve Bank to keep repo rate unchanged
Surging fuel and oil prices are among the factors expected to help the MPC decide on the borrowing costs.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
PART ONE: City held to ransom | Inside the Marshalltown building takeover
On 31 August, a blaze ripped through an illegally occupied building on 80 Albert Street in Johannesburgs inner city, killing 77 people and leaving scores injured.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
DA, Bosa gunning for Social Development Dept over grant payments debacle
Opposition parties are set on holding the Department of Social Development accountable for leaving thousands of beneficiaries without their grants in September.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Joburg hijacked: A city held at ransom
On 31 August, a blaze ripped through an illegally occupied building on 80 Albert Street in Johannesburgs inner city, killing 77 people and leaving scores injured. The event highlighted the ongoing battle between residents, the city and building hijackers. Eyewitness News takes a deeper look.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Tshwane storm winds spread small fire to shacks, leaving 150 homeless
Tuesday nights storm in Tshwane has left 150 people homeless after a fire, that started from a nearby dumping area, was blown by strong winds towards their shacks in the informal settlement in Kameeldrift in Pretoria.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Police patrolling township in Swellendam after violent protests
A large part of a local community hall was completely gutted by fire in Wednesday's protest.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
No records been compromised in Marshalltown fire, says Sars
Emergency services are putting out a blaze at a Sars building in Marshalltown.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Parly failing in oversight duty, reveals Outa report
This years iteration, titled 'Parliament: The Fairytale That Became a Nightmare' looks at the National Assembly and portfolio committees responsible for oversight of the executive and government.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
'Space cookies' land 90 Soshanguve pupils in hospital
It's understood the pupils from Pulamadibogo Primary School bought the suspected space cookies from a street vendor on their way to school on Wednesday morning.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Sars employees evacuated from burning building in Marshalltown
The cause of the fire still remains unclear.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Plans in place to give taxi operators Oceans Mall space - eThekwini municipality
On Tuesday, taxi operators staged a blockade in Umhlanga over their frustration with the erection of concrete barricades near the Oceans Mall, which they claimed was preventing them from transporting customers to and from it.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Calm restored in Swellendam after violent protests
Angry residents protesting over indigent benefits set a community hall alight.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Hlophe, Motata to get one last chance to defend themselves from being impeached
On Wednesday, the National Assemblys justice committee adopted the procedure it will follow to consider recommendations from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) that they be dismissed from the bench.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
MPs slam Nzimande and NSFAS for not attending committee meeting
Wednesdays meeting was to discuss problems related to the new direct payment system for students, which members of the higher education committee said required 'urgent intervention'.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Consumer price inflation creeps up to 4.8% in August from 4.7% in July
The marginal increase in inflation was mostly in line with expectations from some economists.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Community hall, vehicle torched during Swellendam service delivery protest
A Swellendam resident said that the situation was volatile and real leadership, backup and help were needed at this time.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
City of eThekwini calls on taxi owners to use proper channels to air grievances
This after a number of taxis blocked the M4 highway in uMhlanga, complaining over space for them to adequately operate.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Mopping-up operations under way after Kameeldrift informal settlement fire
Scores of people were left homeless after the fire started at a nearby dumping site on Tuesday night, and spread rapidly, making its way to the densely populated row of structures.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Ekurhuleni claims Tsakane water supply issues caused by Rand Water
This as Rand Water insists it has upped its supply of water to municipalities, including Ekurhuleni, due to the increase in consumption.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
EXPLAINER: What you need to know about the National State Enterprises Bill
The draft bill would see the doing away of the Department of Public Enterprises, the creation of a new state-owned holding company to manage SOEs and would also make the State the sole shareholder of the company.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
PART ONE: City held ransom | Inside the Marshalltown building takeover
On 31 August, a blaze ripped through an illegally occupied building on 80 Albert Street in Johannesburgs inner city, killing 77 people and leaving scores injured.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
City Power in Midrand as part of two-day cut-off operation for non-payers
The power utility said its aim is to recoup R13 million owed to them in unpaid utility bills in the area.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Home Affairs Committee welcomes electoral reforms advisory committee appointment
Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi said that the advisory committee will do 'very extensive investigations' before recommending the best model for the direct election of the president as recommended in the State Capture Report.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Alvarez saves Man City blushes after Champions League first night scare
In Manchester, Pep Guardiola's City were stunned when Red Star's Osman Bukari opened the scoring in first half stoppage time.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Springboks take 'calculated risk' with squad to play Ireland
The starting lineup has a familiar look with 13 changes made to the side that beat Romania 76-0. Amongst those alterations, captain Siya Kolisi returns to take his place in the forward pack as do Eben Etzebeth and Pieter-Steph Du Toit.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Verstappen primed to roar back at 'old school' Japan GP
Runaway Formula One championship leader Max Verstappen will be determined to roar back at Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix after his record streak of 10 straight wins ended in Singapore.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
India revs up for maiden MotoGP at circuit where F1 stalled
India hosts its maiden MotoGP on Sunday as the premier motorcycling championship looks to tap a potentially lucrative new fan base and succeed on a track where Formula One stalled.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
eThekwini officials set to meet with taxi operators over Oceans Mall access
On Tuesday, taxi operators staged a blockade in Umhlanga over their frustration with the erection of concrete barricades near the Oceans Mall, which they claimed was preventing them from transporting customers to and from it.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Basetsana Kumalo celebrates victory in court case involving Jackie Phamotse
After a five-year-long trial, the court found Phamotse guilty of crimen injuria and defamation over her 2018 tweet about an alleged sex tape involving Basetsana Kumalo and her husband Romeo Kumalo.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
DA loses bid to end ANC's cadre deployment in govt
Despite most opposition parties backing the DAs proposed bill to outlaw politically-connected appointments being made in the public service sector, the ANC used its majority in Parliament to reject it.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Parly approves Public Enterprises Portfolio Committee to oversee Ramokgopa
The National Assembly on Tuesday approved the Portfolio Committee on Public Enterprises as Ramokgopa's new reporting line after the ANC previously said it was not necessary for the Electricity Minister to report to a committee.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Disconnection drive unfair for up-to-date account payers, say Naturena residents
Several residents in the area who told Eyewitness News they were up to date with their municipal accounts complained about being without electricity after City Power disconnected entire blocks of streets during their disconnection drive.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Basetsane Kumalo celebrates victory in court case involving Jackie Phamotse
After a five-year-long trial, the court found Phamotse guilty of crimen injuria and defamation over her 2018 tweet about an alleged sex tape involving Basetsana Kumalo and her husband Romeo Kumalo.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
City Power to return to Naturena after residents cut disconnection drive short
The power utility emphasised that it was serious about revenue collection in high defaulting areas like Naturena, whose residents owe the City of Johannesburg over R200 million in unpaid municipal bills.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
The day that was: Shopping centre shootout, water & SAs human rights problem
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Ramaphosa reiterates calls for lifting of sanctions on Cuba and Zimbabwe
President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
WATCH: Abrupt overnight storm batters City of Tshwane, Joburg and Krugersdorp
Rain and strong winds lashed the Gauteng province overnight, with reports of damage to homes and cars, as well as disruptions to the electricity supply in some areas.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Nzimande calls on NSFAS to address its system failures
The Minister of Higher Education said the student funding schemes system was experiencing some glitches but insisted all failures were being addressed.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
All eyes on Gucci as Milan Fashion Week opens
Nearly 70 runway shows are scheduled over six days in the European fashion capital, with Firday's Gucci show touted as the hottest ticket in town as Sabato De Sarno debuts his first collection for the legacy house as its new artistic director.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Howe 'proud' of Newcastle's Milan stalemate on Champions League return
Newcastle did little in their first fixture in Europe's top club competition since 2003, the Saudi Arabia-backed club barely creating a chance and lucky to escape with a draw on the balance of play.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Burna Boy postpones FNB Stadium concert 'Last Last' minute
Stadium Management South Africa informed the owners of suites that Ternary Media Group, the event organiser, had informed them of their decision to postpone the show on Tuesday morning.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Mathews Phosa honoured at 19th Special Olympics Africa Leadership Conference
The African region recognised Dr Mathews Phosa for his many years of service to the movement and for hosting the Leadership Conference for 17 years in South Africa.
Wednesday 20 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Kwezanamuhla: Kuthangathwa ababulali eKZN, kabafaniseki abashele ebhasini
Izindaba ze Eyewitness News no Kwazi Kwaza.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Africa's highest-ranked badminton player Scholtz: 'It's all about hard work'
'I'm travelling to Uganda, Egypt and then Algeria next week to compete. All these tournaments form part of the qualification period of the Olympics,' said Johanita Scholtz on her road to qualifying for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
City Power says it loses R30m a year from illegal connections in Naturena
The power utility conducted a disconnection drive in the south Johannesburg suburb on Tuesday.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
NGOs blamed for allowing bad buildings in Joburg's inner city to thrive
Non-profit organisations such as the Socio-Economic Rights Institute (Seri) are widely seen as stumbling blocks in getting eviction orders for illegal occupants of buildings.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Officials involved in state capture resigning before probes a problem - SIU
The SIU was before Parliaments justice committee on Tuesday to update it on progress made in its state capture investigations.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Clean slate close for those who paid admission of guilt fines for COVID breaches
The Judicial Matters Amendment Bill was adopted by the National Assembly on Tuesday after years of deliberation.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Honor VS Cognac wins Double Gold medals at the ISC London 2023
Being the only spirits competition that consumers judge internationally, the SIP Awards are unique.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Some CT pensioners say they've lost faith in Sassa after payment glitches
Many of them have now decided to turn their backs on Sassa's Postbank payment system, opting rather to have their grants paid into their personal banking accounts.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Slain Vredenburg ANC councillor lived in fear, was targeted previously - friend
Arthur Gqeba was shot and killed on Friday, shortly after arriving at his home. It was the third attempt on his life and a year ago, he survived being shot 13 times.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
EE: Gang violence, alcohol & drugs have big impact on pupil safety at CT schools
Lobby group Equal Education said their researchers visited 40 public schools in areas like Khayelitsha, Nyanga, Manenberg, and Mitchells Plain and found that stabbings, physical fights, and sexual harassment were prevalent at most of these schools.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Jackie Phamotse loses her defamation battle against the Kumalos
Phamotse was taken to court over her 2018 tweet about an alleged sex tape involving the couple.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Musk considers charging all X users monthly fee
During a talk with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, Musk said that introducing a small monthly payment for X would combat the 'armies of bots' on the site.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
CoJ's allowed inner city to collapse beyond repair - private property developers
Private property developers continue to lambast the City of Joburg, saying officials have allowed the inner city to collapse into a state beyond repair.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Naturena residents slam City Power for blanket approach in disconnection drive
Some residents refused City Power technicians access to their meters, so the utility took the step of disconnecting everyone in the affected street.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
AA warns motorists of massive fuel price hikes set for October
If the predictions are true, the increases would push fuel prices up to levels last seen in July last year.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Postbank says all outstanding grants payments now paid
This follows two weeks of strife for thousands of pensioners and other social grant beneficiaries who were left without their monthly payouts.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
NSAFS not in a crisis, says Nzimande
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has been riddled with complaints over student funding failures.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Bellingham ready for 'real' Madrid debut in Champions League
The England midfielder has five goals in five games in La Liga, taking the Spanish top flight by storm after his 103 million euro ($110 million) move from Borussia Dortmund this summer.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Home Affairs hasn't had enough time to implement electoral reforms - Motsoaledi
Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi on Tuesday briefed the home affairs portfolio committee on how far the department was in terms of implementing the Zondo Commission recommendations.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
SAHRC confirms receipt of DA complaint over delayed social grant payments
The DAs Bridget Masango on Tuesday lodged the complaint, which is against Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu, together with her department, Sassa and Postbank, at the SAHRCs offices in central Joburg.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Duo found guilty of murdering elderly Ottery couple
The Western Cape High Court has found a gardener and his friend guilty of the murder of his elderly employers.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Van Ryn's 'sunshine in a bottle' wins World's Best Brandy trophy
The World's Best Brandy Trophy was given to Van Ryn's 12-year-old potstill brandy at the 2023 International Spirits Challenge.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
'Clash of the Choirs' returns for season 4, DJ Sabby & Bontle Modiselle to host
Get ready for a unique symphonic showdown! The much-loved 'Clash of the Choirs' is triumphantly returning to SA television, bringing with it a fresh structure and an exciting roster of celebrity judges.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
WC MEC wants SAPS trainees found with live ammo to face harsh punishment
The three men and one woman allegedly didn't hand in all their rounds after a day of training at the shooting range and were found with one round each.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Social grants crisis evidence govt not doing its job - DA
The DA on Tuesday lodged an urgent complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) against Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu together with her department, Sassa and Postbank.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
City Power halts disconnection drive in Naturena after stand-off with residents
On Tuesday, the power utility went on a disconnection drive in the south Johannesburg suburb for residents not up-to-date with their municipal bills.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Chikunga under fire in Parly over claims of stalling special Prasa inquiry
The Department of Justice said Transport Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga failed to give it a letter of support, making it unable to lay the groundwork for President Cyril Ramaphosa to issue a special proclamation for an inquiry into the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
EYE WITNESS NEWS
Jones vows to protect Wallabies fly-half Gordon against Wales
Gordon was at fault for Fiji's only try of the match in the shock 22-15 victory against the Wallabies in Saint Etienne on Sunday that blew open Pool C and kept alive the Pacific Islanders' knock-out stage hopes.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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DA to lodge complaint with SAHRC against Lindiwe Zulu over grant delays
The party said the Minister of Social Development is failing 'millions of vulnerable grant beneficiaries every month' after a system failure resulted in their grants not being received in September.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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JMPD, Naturena residents square off as City Power embarks on disconnection drive
The power utility was targeting the Johannesburg south suburb for owing the municipality millions, but residents said that they should be dealing with illegal connections at the nearby Freedom Park Informal Settlement first.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Five people killed in shooting at Richards Bay mall
Its understood that a handful of suspects accosted the victims, opening fire in the packed parking lot.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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DA to lodge complaint with SAHRC against govt over social grant payments failure
The opposition will on Tuesday approach the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) to lodge a complaint against Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu, the Department of Social Development, the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa) and Postbank.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Project 35% Plus Roundtable to boost investment in GP's municipalities
The project, launched by Standard Bank on Monday, is a collaboration between the public and private sectors in an effort to grow Gauteng's contribution to the national gross domestic product.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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OECD sees 'sub-par' global growth as high rates bite
The world economy is now expected to grow 3.0 percent this year, up from the 2.7 percent forecast in the June outlook of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Taylor Swift, Beyoncé reporting jobs trigger controversy
The announcement that Gannett, the owner of USA Today, was hiring two journalists to cover music's biggest superstars struck a nerve due to the American mass media holding company laying off 6% of its news division in December.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Eskom suspends load shedding for 7 hours
Eskom said the suspension of power outages is due to improved available generation capacity and a significant reduction of breakdowns.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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The funds arent there: Mediating with Samwu over wage hikes useless - Brink
The Gauteng Legislature has called on the municipal workers' union and the City of Tshwane to submit a mediation process over the ongoing wage increase protest in the capital, but Mayor Ciliers Brink doesn't thinks will fly.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Slain CoCT ANC councillor described as a revolutionary who lived for his ward
The Saldanha Bay Municipality councillor was shot and killed shortly after leaving his home on Friday, marking the third attempt on his life.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Sapu resolute on declaring police killings treason, says issue's getting worse
Crime statistics for the period between 1 April and 30 June showed that 31 police officers were killed in South Africa.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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CoCT housing project will see 350 tenants moving in by November - Hill-Lewis
The Goodwood Social Housing Project, located along Voortrekker Road, will see rental units being built for families with a combined monthly income of under R22,000.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Methods in place to ensure IPPs don't 'fleece' Tshwane when leasing two stations
The municipality will be leasing out its disused Rooiwal and Pretoria West power stations to private businesses for 40 years due to it not having the funds to get them working again.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Taps run dry in three of Gauteng's hospitals
The Rahima Moosa Mother and Child, Helen Joseph and Pholosong hospitals are struggling with water supply.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Limpopo freak miners' crash: Some bodies yet to be identified
Many of the 22 miners who were killed when a bus they were being transported in collided with a truck on the R572 on Sunday morning were burnt beyond recognition and could not be identified on the spot.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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The day that was: SAs devastating waves, 2 mass murders, Russell Brand & rape
The Eyewitness News bulletin with Jane Dutton.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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Minnie Dlamini to host Miss World SA
The 'Honeymoon' actress will be joined by Zanele Morrison, Shirley van Wyk, and Thami Nkadimeng as co-hosts for the event on October 28 at the State Theatre in Pretoria.
Tuesday 19 September 2023
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