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Crime stats: Here are the top 10 crime hotspots in South Africa

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 19:23

These are the top 10 places that have been identified as crime hotspots in the latest crime stats. Western Cape and Gauteng tops the list. The South African Police Service (SAPS) released the fourth quarter crime statistics of the 2022/2023 financial year on Tuesday, 30 May. Here are the top 10 crime hotspots in the country. […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Tuesday, 30 May’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 30-05-23 21:34

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Tuesday, 30 May 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Tuesday, 30 […]

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Powerball: Here are Tuesday, 30 May’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 30-05-23 21:06

  It’s nearly time for Tuesday, 30 May 2023’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws. Here are the numbers – and hopefully they mean one thing: You are South Africa’s latest multi-millionaire. POWERBALL AND POWERBALL PLUS JACKPOTS ESTIMATED AT: R17 million (PowerBall) R10 million (PowerBall Plus) If you really want your share of the jackpot, you […]

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Pandemic stressors pose risks to children’s healthy development

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 18:54

A new longitudinal study has revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic has created conditions that pose a threat to children’s healthy development. The COVID-19 pandemic created conditions that threatened children’s healthy development. Scientists and physicians raised concerns early in the pandemic, pointing out that increased parental stress, COVID infections, reduced interactions with other babies and adults […]

Cape Town achieves record breaking cruise tourism season. Photo: Jeff Lomey

City of Cape Town establishes new Naming committee

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 18:36

The City of Cape Town’s Deputy Mayor, Alderman Eddie Andrews, has been elected as the chairperson of the City’s Naming Committee. The City of Cape Town’s Deputy Mayor and Mayoral Committee Member for Spatial Planning and Environment, Alderman Eddie Andrews, has been elected as the chairperson of the City’s Naming Committee. ALSO READ | Cape Town’s solar […]

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BREAKING: Author, broadcaster Eusebius McKaiser dies

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 17:13

Renowned author, journalist and broadcaster Eusebius McKaiser died on Tuesday, 30 May. He was 45 years old. McKaiser’s manager, Jackie Strydom, confirmed his death on Tuesday. She told TimesLive, to which the deceased was a regular contributor in recent times, that Eusebius suffered a suspected epileptic seizure. Eusebius’s alma mater Rhodes University said he was born […]

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Makhadzi slams claims she owes producer R16 500

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 16:59

Makhadzi has hit back at claims that she owes money to producer and DJ Rabs Vhafuwi. This comes after the 26-year-old South African singer allegedly postponed an event after she performed two songs. Rabs shared screenshots of a private conversation with the musician on his social platforms where they discussed Makhadzi settling a payment of […]

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K.O shares dream: I want to be SA hip-hop’s Black Coffee

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 16:13

South African rapper K.O says he is determined to gain international status in the music industry. The 42-year-old wants to emulate the success of Black Coffee by winning a Grammy. According to TimesLIVE, the singer said rubbing shoulders with Hollywood stars at the 2011 BET Awards in Los Angeles was a memory he will forever […]

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Springbok legend Bryan Habana on retirement, chances of coaching – WATCH

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 15:58

Legendary former Springbok wing Bryan Habana has shared insights into life after rugby and whether he has any plans to coach one day. Since retiring from rugby in 2018, Habana has successfully moved into the business world and taken up various ambassadorial roles, while also setting up companies like MatchKit and Paymenow. ALSO READ: Springbok wing […]

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Crime stats LATEST: 75 people murdered per day in South Africa

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 15:26

The South African Police Service (SAPS) released the fourth quarter crime statistics of the 2022/2023 financial year on Tuesday, 30 May. The statistics were recorded between January and March 2023. MURDER RATE INCREASES BY 3.4% The South African murder rate increased by 3.4% between January and March 2023, said Minister of Police, Bheki Cele. “This […]

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RIP: ‘Diep City’ actress and comedienne Maritjie Bothma dies

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 14:59

Radio presenter and TV personality Maritjie Bothma, aka Intombi Yomzulu, passed away on Monday, 29 May after a short illness. ALSO READ: RIP: ‘Godfather of Poker’ Doyle Brunson dies MARITJIE BOTHMA DIES Zimoja reported that the radio station Sauma HD Radio, where Maritjie Bothma worked, confirmed her death in a statement. “It is with sadness to announce […]

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Andile Mpisane: Five times the Royal AM boss showed off his cars

By Garrin Lambley 30-05-23 14:47

Royal AM chairperson Andile Mpisane loves flashy cars. We take look at his five coolest cars including a Mercedes-AMG G63 6×6 and a Dodge Ram. The 21-year-old part-time footballer regularly shows off his fleet of luxury cars on social media, and we’re here to check out what Mpisane has in his garage. Shauwn Mkhize’s son […]

Pitso Mosimane to Kaizer Chiefs? Wife/agent drop HUGE hints!

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 14:41

Kaizer Chiefs chances of signing Pitso Mosimane have just increased after his wife and agent dropped these HUGE hints. MUST READ – KAIZER CHIEFS: AMAKHOSI LEGEND LINKED WITH SHOCK MOVE TO PSL RIVALS! – REPORT Mosimane is set to leave Al Ahli and he is ready for his next project. Furthermore, the project that he is […]

No legal duty to disclose an extra-marital affair, says judge

20 years later, former Northern Cape MEC arrested for fraud

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 14:22

“Criminality will be persuade irrespective of the duration in which it happened in order for justice to prevail”- Brigadier Prince Mashimbye. The Hawks have arrested former Northern Cape Transport, Roads and Public Works MEC on charges of fraud and will be making a brief appearance at the Kimberly Magistrates court. The suspect revealed by the […]

Average speed cameras: How they work and where they are

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 14:11

How average speed cameras work and where they are used for speed enforcement on South African roads. Average Speed Over Distance (ASOD) cameras are increasing in popularity as a method of speed enforcement, and they have a proven record of reducing vehicle accidents in the areas they have been implemented. However, ASOD cameras are relatively […]

debtors get pressured by 3,25% interest rates increase compared to last year

Reserve Bank WARNS about risks of SANCTIONS

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 13:11

The Reserve Bank has warned of dire consequences should the country face censure due to its stance on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has warned of risks to South Africa’s financial stability due to capital outflows and the possibility of sanctions following a U.S. diplomat’s accusation of supplying weapons to […]

Cape Town achieves record breaking cruise tourism season. Photo: Jeff Lomey

Department of Tourism to launch safety app for tourists

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 11:18

Will a safety app help draw more visitors to South African shores? Find out more about the Tourism Department’s app for tourists. The Department of Tourism, together with various stakeholders, is planning to launch a safety app for tourists. This comes after some tourists have been subjected to various forms of crime, and some even murdered. […]

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Cheslin Kolbe leaves Toulon ahead of Rugby World Cup

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 10:51

Springbok Rugby World Cup-winning wing Cheslin Kolbe has left Toulon three months before South Africa begin the defence of their title. Springbok Rugby World Cup-winning wing Cheslin Kolbe has left Toulon three months before South Africa begin the defence of their title, the French club announced on Monday. ALSO READ | SPRINGBOKS: RASSIE INTENDS TO DEPLOY TWO BOK TEAMS “Rugby […]

Government defends its decision to end Zimbabwean permits

African migrants to Europe: their forced return causes tension

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 10:38

The forced return of African migrants from the European Union causes tension across Africa and in European member states. The forced return of migrants from the European Union (EU) to their countries of origin continues to be a source of major tension in African countries as well as EU member states. The result has been […]

Corruption in South Africa: former CEO’s explosive book exposes how state power utility was destroyed

Eskom attempts to build gas power plant in KZN

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 10:22

With over R250billion bailout from National Treasury, Eskom is unable to fund the project themselves and working on finding funds. As the country suffers from continued blackouts, the National Energy Regulator has approved Eskom’s plan to build a 3000 megawatt gas power plant in Richards Bay. The Power plant which Eskom plans to join the […]

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Springboks: Rassie Erasmus intends to deploy TWO Bok teams!

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 20:47

Rassie Erasmus has plans to play TWO different Springbok sides in this years Rugby Championship. Could this be another masterstroke move? Rassie Erasmus has plans to play TWO different Springbok sides in this years Rugby Championship. Could this be another masterstroke move? MUST READ: THREE SURPRISE CANDIDATES FOR SPRINGBOKS CAPTAINCY The Springboks could use a split-squad […]

Sex workers and their supporters protest outside the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court during the first appearance of a man accused of killing six women. EPA-EFE/Kim Ludbrook

Sex work in SA: where criminal law has no place

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 20:39

Sex workers and human rights advocates urges the decriminalisation of sex work. Parliament is yet to adopt the Bill. On 30 November 2022, Cabinet at last approved a draft statute to abolish criminal penalties for sex work (Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Bill). The Bill scraps the crime of buying and selling […]

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