Soweto Urban News

14/08/2025

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Community protests after the death and injuries of e-hailing drivers

One driver was shot and killed and two others were rushed to hospital after their car was set alight.

One driver was shot and killed and two others were rushed to hospital after their car was set alight.

14/08/2025

Caxton Network News | Man pleads guilty to Dundee workshop murders
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/man-pleads-guilty-to-dundee-workshop-murders/

14/08/2025

Home Affairs office torched in protest, deputy minister vows action

Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza visited the Germiston office following a petrol bomb attack that severely damaged the building. Mobile offices are now operating to maintain services while authorities investigate and work with SAPS to ensure arrests.

Home Affairs Deputy Minister Njabulo Nzuza visited the Germiston office following a petrol bomb attack that severely damaged the building. Mobile offices are now operating to maintain services while authorities investigate and work with SAPS to ensure arrests.

14/08/2025

Caxton Network News | Bystander shot dead in violent Eastern Cape robbery
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/bystander-shot-dead-in-violent-eastern-cape-robbery/

13/08/2025

One dead in suspected taxi violence at Maponya Mall

A violent assault on e-hailing vehicles has left one dead, two injured, and both cars destroyed by fire. Police are investigating possible taxi industry links.

A violent assault on e-hailing vehicles has left one dead, two injured, and both cars destroyed by fire. Police are investigating possible taxi industry links.

13/08/2025

Sport | The Rugby Championship: Rivalries, records and showdowns that define the competition
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2025/08/13/the-rugby-championship-rivalries-records-and-showdowns-that-define-the-competition/

13/08/2025

Caxton Network News | Drones hunt down armed robbers in a midnight police chase near Cullinan
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/drones-hunt-down-armed-robbers-in-a-midnight-police-chase-near-cullinan/

13/08/2025

Motoring | The fifth heritage-inspired Hilux, the Legend 55, is set to launch in South Africa, and its pricing has been officially confirmed by Toyota SA.
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/motoring/2025/08/13/toyota-hilux-legend-55-sa-price-confirmed/

13/08/2025

Caxton Network News | Accused Heidelberg lawyer disputes age of girl in human trafficking trial
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/accused-heidelberg-lawyer-disputes-age-of-girl-in-human-trafficking-trial/

13/08/2025

Sport | Super fit Springboks ready to run Aussies ragged — Jesse Kriel
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2025/08/13/super-fit-springboks-ready-to-run-aussies-ragged-jesse-kriel/

13/08/2025

Police commissioner condemns ambush killings of SAPS officers, vows justice

On Women’s Day, National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola condemned the recent fatal attacks on SAPS officers, highlighting the loss of dedicated law enforcement personnel as assaults on justice and the rule of law.

On Women’s Day, National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola condemned the recent fatal attacks on SAPS officers, highlighting the loss of dedicated law enforcement personnel as assaults on justice and the rule of law.

13/08/2025

Lifestyle | In this quick guide, we’ll show you simple, effective tips to banish dry lips and lock in moisture.
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lifestyle/2025/08/13/soft-lips-all-season-round-yes-please/