Image: Needpix Authorities in the northern eThekwini region are actively searching for a suspect in his twenties after he allegedly stabbed both his girlfriend and mother, while also assaulting other family members during a weekend altercation. The incident prompted multiple distress calls, leading Reaction Unit South Africa (Rusa), a private security company, to swiftly respond to Mgabadeli Road in Phase 6, Waterloo. According to Rusa, community members reported that two females, identified as the suspect's mother and girlfriend, were taken to the hospital for medical treatment after ..read more

Image: News24 During the festive season in Gauteng, a total of 242 individuals have lost their lives in road accidents, marking an increase compared to previous years, according to the provincial traffic police. Sello Maremane, the spokesperson for Gauteng traffic police (GTP), disclosed that 123 of the casualties were pedestrians. The primary factors contributing to the surge in road fatalities include pedestrian jaywalking, speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, and reckless driving, exacerbated by recent wet weather conditions. As holidaymakers engage in New Year celebrations a ..read more

  Image: Aphiwat Chuangchoem On Wednesday, authorities in the Free State were left astonished when human remains were uncovered in the backyard of a residence. The remains, wrapped in a carpet, were discovered in a sunken grave, leaving the local police bewildered.   According to Warrant Officer Mmako Mophiring, the provincial police spokesperson, the family members residing at the home alerted the police station about the suspicious grave. "On December 27, 2023, around 8 am, two men visited the Makwane police station and reported their suspicion of something buried in their backya ..read more

  Image: Johannes Plenio A church leader from North West has been handed a two-year prison sentence by the Rustenburg Regional Court for violating Section 22 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act. Zoliswa Menziwa, aged 36, was apprehended when discovered with five unclothed adults and 11 children in a residence used as a church in Sondela Phase 1, Boitekong, just outside Rustenburg on June 1, 2022.   Captain Sam Tselanyane, the provincial police spokesperson, revealed that the children, ranging from four to 12 years old, were in the care of Menziwa ..read more

  Job Grade: 5 Location: Sandton Gauteng Function: Marketing Sub Function: (Consumer Experience) Type of Contract: Temporary Reference Number: 100565 Closing Date: 25/01/2024 Purpose of the Position The purpose of the position is to give practical work experience to students who have successfully completed and obtained their qualifications. The successful candidate will be expected to enter a 12-month contract commencing 01 March 2024 and terminating 31 January 2025. Key Learning Areas include, but are not limited to the following: Business Administration Project Management Marketing ..read more

  Image: Pixaby A 29-year-old man from North West, accused of murdering his girlfriend on Christmas Day, appeared in the Madikwe Magistrate's Court on Thursday to face a murder charge. Lucky Thabiso Akompe is alleged to have fatally slit the throat of Lerato Francina Kuate in the early hours of Monday at Goedehoop Village near Madikwe, as reported by North West police spokesperson Capt Sam Tselanyane. Police were summoned to the scene when Kuate's lifeless body was discovered in a shack belonging to one of Akompe's relatives. A subsequent search at Akompe's residence revealed blood-stai ..read more

  Image: Rdne Stock-project Three 17-year-old boys are in custody following the alleged rape of a 15-year-old girl in Midrand last Sunday. The teenagers are set to face rape charges in the Randburg magistrate's court this Thursday.   The incident unfolded at a party in Midrand, where the victim was reportedly assaulted. The case was brought to the attention of the police on Monday, prompting the family violence, child protection, and sexual offences unit to assist the victim. Despite their efforts, law enforcement was initially unable to locate the suspects at known addresses, as e ..read more

  Image: Oupa Bopape Eastern Cape police provided additional details regarding the car crash that resulted in the tragic death of the accomplished musician, composer, choreographer, and playwright Mbongeni Ngema. The 68-year-old artist passed away on Wednesday, prompting a culpable homicide investigation by the police. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 pm in the Mbizana area. According to Lt-Col Siphokazi Mawisa, the police responded to the accident scene on the R61 road between Mbizana and Magusheni. Upon arrival, they discovered three individuals, including the driver, in a ..read more

Image: Kendel-Media Four individuals arrested at a residence in Benoni, where a fully operational methcathinone (CAT) lab was uncovered, were swiftly convicted and sentenced the following day. Maj-Gen Ebrahim Kadwa, the head of the Hawks in Gauteng, applauded the Benoni magistrate's court for imposing six years' imprisonment on each offender for drug dealing. The arrests took place after members of the Hawks' serious organized crime investigation and West Rand K9 unit executed a warrant at a house in Lakefield, Benoni. The search revealed a functioning CAT laboratory, along with various che ..read more

  Immerse yourself in the vibrant and sustainable spirit of creativity at the Brooklyn Design Fair! Held every 1st Friday of the month from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Brooklyn Square in Pretoria, this pop-up fair is a celebration of all things local and innovative. From cutting-edge designs to delectable local cuisine, captivating art displays, and lively entertainment, the fair is a convergence of creativity and community. Join us in exploring the dynamic fusion of design, food, art, and entertainment, where every corner unveils a unique story and every moment promises a delightful experi ..read more