EK FM 103.6 NEWSROOM

29/09/2025

UPDATE ON MISSING CHILD – THANDOLWETHU KUNENE

Thandolwethu has been found, but sadly he is in a critical condition.
He cannot walk or talk and has indicated that he is experiencing severe pain in his back.

MISSING CHILD ALERT – PLEASE HELP

Name: Thandolwethu Kunene
Age: 11 years old
Grade: Grade 5 learner at Menzi Primary School
Area: Langaville Ext. 5

Thandolwethu was last seen on Saturday around 16:00. His friends say they haven’t seen him. He had told his mom he wasn’t feeling well and did not go to soccer practice. When his mother went to the pharmacy to get him medication, she returned to find that he was missing.

👕 Clothing at the time he went missing:

Blue jacket

Red track pants

Blue and white t-shirt

📞 If you have any information, please contact:
076 499 5505

29/09/2025

ROAD CLOSURE - PRETORIA MAIN ROAD, WYNBERG (CORNER WATT AVENUE) DUE TO FLOODING

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) wishes to inform the public of an urgent road closure in Wynberg, Region E, due to severe flooding.

Pretoria Main Road at the corner of Watt Avenue is currently closed to traffic.

The flooding is significant, particularly affecting the BRT Lane (Bus Rapid Transit) in the area, rendering the road unsafe for passage.

Motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution. Please use alternative routes. JMPD officers have been deployed to guide motorists and manage traffic flow. Do not attempt to drive through the flooded area.

The JMPD urges all residents and motorists to be patient and cooperate with officers on the ground. We will provide an update once the water subsides and the road is safe to reopen.

29/09/2025

MISSING CHILD ALERT – PLEASE HELP

Name: Thandolwethu Kunene
Age: 11 years old
Grade: Grade 5 learner at Menzi Primary School
Area: Langaville Ext. 5

Thandolwethu was last seen on Saturday around 16:00. His friends say they haven’t seen him. He had told his mom he wasn’t feeling well and did not go to soccer practice. When his mother went to the pharmacy to get him medication, she returned to find that he was missing.

👕 Clothing at the time he went missing:

Blue jacket

Red track pants

Blue and white t-shirt

📞 If you have any information, please contact:
076 499 5505

29/09/2025

GAUTENG POLICE CONTINUE TO SWEEP THE STREETS CLEAN THROUGH

The police in Gauteng continue to stamp the authority of the State and remain resolute in dealing with criminal activities across the province.

From 26 to 28 September 2025, a multidisciplinary integrated team of law enforcement agencies embarked on yet another successful , which resulted in the arrest of 1 567 suspects for various crimes. These included dealing in drugs, possession of stolen property, contravention of the Immigration Act, and driving under the influence of alcohol, among others.

The operation was conducted simultaneously throughout the five districts of Gauteng. Several proactive crime-prevention actions were executed, including:

Strategically mounted roadblocks on problematic routes

Stop-and-searches

Liquor compliance inspections

High-visibility patrols

Vehicle checkpoints

Gauteng police management has commended all members and stakeholders involved for their commitment in ensuring the safety and security of communities.

29/09/2025

Weather Alert – Gauteng

Heavy rain 🌧️and thunderstorms ⛈️are expected across Gauteng this week, bringing a high risk of slippery roads, poor visibility, and localised flooding.

Motorists are urged to take extra precautions:

Reduce speed — driving fast in wet conditions greatly increases the chance of losing control

Increase following distance so you have more time to brake safely

Avoid sudden braking, sharp turns or lane changes

Use headlights (even during the day) to improve visibility

Ensure tyres and wipers are in good condition

Avoid flooded roads or bridges — the water depth and road surface might be deceiving

29/09/2025

SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR DRUG DEALING – KEMPTON PARK

While patrolling along Long Street in Kempton Park, members of the SAPS together with Gauteng Traffic Wardens noticed a suspicious male sitting outside a shop. Upon searching him, officers found sachets of crystal m**h in his possession.

The team proceeded to search the suspect’s room, where they discovered an additional 920 sachets of crystal m**h.

The suspect was immediately arrested and charged with dealing in drugs.

29/09/2025

BREAKING NEWS -ACCIDENT ON N12

There’s been an accident on the N12 before Snake Road.
A van collided with a minibus taxi (Quantum) and the middle lanes are affected.

⚠️ Expect delays in the area — motorists are advised to proceed with caution or use alternative routes.

29/09/2025

WEATHER FORECAST
‎(MONDAY)
CLOUDY,FAIR & WINDY WITH CHANCES OF SCATTERED THUNDER SHOWERS

☁️19° C|10°C🍃_(SPRINGS)_☔97%

☁️19° C|10°C🍃_(BRAKPAN)_☔98%

☁️19° C|10°C🍃_(NIGEL)_☔98%

☁️19° C|9°C🍃_(BENONI)_☔96%

☁️19° C|10°C🍃_(ALBERTON)_☔100%

☁️19° C|10°C🍃_(BOKSBURG)_☔100%
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28/09/2025

City of Ekurhuleni Emergency Services Battling Fire at 18 Birmingham street in Benoni Industrial site near Actonville

BENONI – The City of Ekurhuleni Emergency Services are currently on the scene of a fire that affected the bottom floor of a three-storey commercial building in the Benoni industrial area in the early hours of this morning.

The City’s Life-Threatening Emergency Call Centre received the call at approximately 23:58 on Saturday, 27 September 2025. Firefighters were immediately dispatched and, upon arrival, found the lower floor of the building well alight.

Initial investigations indicated that the fire originated in a shop specialising in used BMW motor vehicle parts and spares. The presence of combustible materials such as car seats, alongside parts containing aluminium, has intensified the blaze and complicated firefighting efforts.

Firefighters commenced with fire suppression operations immediately upon arrival and are still actively battling the flames. The primary focus remains on containing the fire and preventing it from spreading to adjacent properties.

The scene is still active, and the cause of the fire is unknown at this stage and no casualties has been recorded.

The City of Ekurhuleni Life-Threatening Center can be contacted at 011 458 0911 for emergencies.

28/09/2025

FIVE SUSPECTS ARRESTED AFTER SHOOTING INCIDENT IN BENONI

Benoni, Gauteng – A swift joint operation by SAPS Benoni, SAPS Tactical Response Team (TRT) and private security resulted in the arrest of five suspects following a violent incident on Sunny Road, Lakefield, Benoni.

According to reports, a victim was shot under the chin, with the bullet exiting through the head. The suspects attempted to flee but were swiftly intercepted and apprehended.

The injured victim was rushed to hospital for urgent medical treatment. The suspects are expected to face charges relating to attempted murder and possession of fi****ms.

Investigations are ongoing.

28/09/2025

AN UNDOCUMENTED FOREIGN NATIONAL APPREHENDED FOR FRAUD IN BOKSBURG

Boksburg, Thursday 25 September 2025 (11:00) – The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) Overload Unit Officers arrested a 55-year-old foreign national suspect for fraud in the Boksburg area.

While conducting law enforcement duties at the corner of R554 and Old Vereeniging Road, officers stopped a silver Honda hatchback displaying Eswatini number plates and licence disc for a routine inspection. Upon closer examination, it was discovered that the VIN number on the vehicle did not correspond with the one on the licence disc. Further checks revealed the vehicle was originally registered in Botswana and had been fraudulently documented.

When requested to produce a driver’s licence and passport, the suspect handed over a Swaziland driver’s licence, which officers immediately identified as counterfeit. The suspect was then taken to Immigration offices, where his passport was also confirmed to be fraudulent.

The suspect was arrested and detained at Boksburg Police Station. He faces charges of fraud and contravention of the Immigration Act and is expected to appear before the Boksburg Magistrate’s Court soon.

28/09/2025

TWO KRUGERSDORP DETECTIVES AMBUSHED AND DISARMED

Two police detectives from Krugersdorp, , were ambushed and robbed of their fi****ms on Windsor Road, West Rand, last night at around 21:30.

Fortunately, neither officer was injured during the incident. The suspects fled the scene and a case of armed robbery is under investigation.

Police have launched a manhunt for the attackers.