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“They were locked inside”: Mpumalanga horror sparks renewed outcry over gender-based violence
01/08/2025

“They were locked inside”: Mpumalanga horror sparks renewed outcry over gender-based violence

A 35-year-old man from Emalahleni is behind bars after allegedly setting a room ablaze with two women locked inside. The case has reignited nationwide fury over gender-based violence in South Africa.

Fast fashion, slow answers: Shein pens at Mall of Africa
01/08/2025

Fast fashion, slow answers: Shein pens at Mall of Africa

Chinese fashion giant Shein opens a pop-up store at Mall of Africa amid public curiosity and mounting scrutiny over its tax practices and business model in South Africa.

Springboks gear up for tough Rugby Championship showdown
01/08/2025

Springboks gear up for tough Rugby Championship showdown

The Springboks are in full prep mode for the 2025 Rugby Championship. With intense training behind them, they’re eyeing a tough series against Australia, New Zealand, and Argentina. Here’s how they’re getting ready.

South Africa left out in the cold as US tariff deadline hits
01/08/2025

South Africa left out in the cold as US tariff deadline hits

South Africa failed to secure a trade deal with the US before the 1 August deadline, triggering a 30% tariff on key exports. Government scrambles to support impacted industries.

Joburg Council writes off R144m in irregular spending, but who’s keeping score?
01/08/2025

Joburg Council writes off R144m in irregular spending, but who’s keeping score?

The City of Johannesburg has written off over R144 million in irregular and wasteful expenditure. Here's what that means for residents and why accountability still feels out of reach.

City Power extends free basic electricity registration. Here’s what you need to know
01/08/2025

City Power extends free basic electricity registration. Here’s what you need to know

City Power has extended its Free Basic Electricity registration to 31 December 2025. Here’s how Johannesburg residents can benefit and apply.

R280K drug haul in Hillbrow: JMPD’s latest move against the city’s drug underworld
31/07/2025

R280K drug haul in Hillbrow: JMPD’s latest move against the city’s drug underworld

The JMPD has seized R280,000 worth of drugs in Hillbrow during a tip-off-led raid, with investigations ongoing as police hunt for suspects.

Johannesburg mother faces attempted murder charges after involving son in drug use
31/07/2025

Johannesburg mother faces attempted murder charges after involving son in drug use

A Johannesburg mother and three accomplices have been charged with attempted murder and child abuse after a video surfaced showing her giving her young son drugs to smoke.

“She was my girlfriend”: Pretoria man gets life for ra**ng 11-year-old with down syndrome
31/07/2025

“She was my girlfriend”: Pretoria man gets life for ra**ng 11-year-old with down syndrome

A Pretoria man who r***d an 11-year-old girl with Down syndrome, then claimed she was his "girlfriend" has been sentenced to life. The NPA calls it a victory for justice.

“Garden duty or witch hunt?”: Pretoria Girls High Principal suspended in controversial decision https://www.joburgetc.co...
31/07/2025

“Garden duty or witch hunt?”: Pretoria Girls High Principal suspended in controversial decision
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Outrage grows as Pretoria Girls High principal Philippa Erasmus is suspended without pay over her husband’s unpaid gardening help. The DA and teacher unions call it unfair and politically motivated.

Mamelodi father gets life for decade-long abuse: A betrayal beyond words
31/07/2025

Mamelodi father gets life for decade-long abuse: A betrayal beyond words

In a case that has left Mamelodi and the nation reeling, a 64-year-old father has been sentenced to life in prison for ra**ng his own daughter over nearly a decade. The Pretoria Magistrates’ Court delivered the damning verdict this week, marking a rare but crucial victory in South Africa’s fight...

Westbury in shock: Toddler filmed smoking mandrax sparks outrage and arrests
31/07/2025

Westbury in shock: Toddler filmed smoking mandrax sparks outrage and arrests

A disturbing video showing a toddler smoking drugs in Westbury has led to the arrest of three adults, including the child’s mother. The clip has reignited public anger over child abuse and police accountability in Johannesburg.

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