1811 magazine

18/04/2025

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: ELECTRONICS WORTH APPROXIMATELY R2.5 MILLION IN BLOEMFONTEIN
A joint operation between the Parkweg Firearm Liquor and Second Hand Goods Unit (FLASH) and the Parkweg Intervention Unit has led to the recovery of suspected stolen electronics worth approximately R2.5 million in Bloemfontein.

Among the recovered items were cellphones, tablets, and laptops, and one suspect has been arrested.

This operation highlights the effectiveness of coordinated law enforcement efforts in tackling tech-related crime and recovering high-value stolen goods.

18/04/2025

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: TWO ARRESTED FOR SLAUGHTERING STOLEN COW IN HAMAGAU VILLAGE

Two men were arrested after allegedly being caught in the act of slaughtering a stolen cow in Hamagau Village, Limpopo earlier this week.

The incident unfolded when a local shepherd, who had been searching for his missing cattle in the grazing fields, stumbled upon two unknown men in the process of slaughtering one of his cows.

Upon being discovered, the suspects fled the scene. The shepherd managed to apprehend one of them and immediately alerted the police. A second suspect was arrested shortly afterwards following a police investigation.

The slaughtered cow was later confirmed to belong to the shepherd.

The accused, Nebonde Ndisheni (40) and Ndlovu Gilbert (30), appeared before the Makhado Magistrate's Court on Thursday, 17 April 2025. Ndisheni was granted bail, while Gilbert remains in police custody pending further investigation. He is scheduled to reappear in court on 22 April 2025.

18/04/2025

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: DIDDY'S ATTORNEYS FILE MOTION TO EXCLUDE CASSIE ASSAULT FOOTAGE FROM S*X TRAFFICKING TRIAL
ddy's legal team has filed a motion to get the disturbing 2016 hotel surveillance footage in which he brutally assaulted Cassie excluded from being used as evidence in his upcoming s*x trafficking trial.

As reported by Variety, attorneys for Sean Combs don't want the assault video, which was shared by CNN last year, presented as evidence at Diddy's trial on s*x trafficking and racketeering charges. During a pre-trial hearing on Thursday, April 17, his attorneys entered a motion requesting that the video be excluded or, "in the alternative, to permit Mr. Combs to present evidence at pre-trial hearing regarding the unreliability of the existing and available video evidence."

They argued that the government has not provided enough evidence to support the authenticity of the footage, which his attorneys previously claimed CNN had doctored and destroyed the original tapes of. Since the original version of the hotel video has seemingly not been presented as potential evidence, they said it shouldn't be presented because of the "best evidence" rule. They also argued that the evidence could have a "dramatic impact" on the jury.

CNN has already denied the allegations that the footage was altered to convey Diddy and his actions more negatively, and also shot down the suggestion that the company destroyed the original copy. They said the source of the footage "retained" the original copy. "CNN aired the story about the video several months before Combs was arrested," a spokesperson for the company added. Cassie's lawyer Douglas Wigdor also denied the footage was altered.

Cassie is expected to testify using her real name in the upcoming trial. In a motion filed earlier this month, she was said to be "prepared to testify under her own name," after previously being named in the indictment as "Victim-1."

On Friday, Cassie was ordered to turn over drafts of her memoir by a judge in Manhattan federal court. The judge also ruled that the three other victims named in the indictment can testify against Diddy anonymously.

The most recent motion from Diddy's lawye

18/04/2025

THE SPORTS ZONE: GREGG POPOVICH IS DOING WELL
Gregg Popovich had a “medical incident” on Tuesday at a restaurant and he is now at home in stable condition, per

Coach Pop suffered a mild stroke in November that caused him to miss the 2024-25 season

18/04/2025

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: TRAINS COLLISION
A private luxury train owned by Rovos Rail of South Africa, headed to Victoria Falls and carrying 47 international tourists, collided with a goods train owned by the Beitbridge Bulawayo Railway (BBR) service outside Gwanda earlier today.

I have been repeatedly saying on this page that Zimbabwe’s railway system has become a death trap after years without maintenance due to corruption, incompetence, and Mnangagwa’s cluelessness in running a country.

The injured have been taken to hospital, where they are likely to come face to face with a dilapidated healthcare service and the nightmare that Zimbabweans face daily in the country’s hospitals due to corruption.

Sadly, Emmerson Mnangagwa has fulfilled Ian Smith’s prediction that under ZANUPF, “trains will kill people until they are abandoned as an unusable mode of transport.”
How sad and how true, because Zimbabwe no longer has a regular passenger train service due to corruption and incompetence!

The collision between the Rovos Rail luxury train and the BBR goods train serves as a stark reminder of the deteriorating state of the country's railway system.
The lack of maintenance and investment in infrastructure due to corruption and incompetence, has turned what was once a reliable mode of transport into a death trap.

Zimbabwe’s rail service is run by mostly unqualified cadres from ZANUPF.
The board for the railway company is chaired by ZANUPF politician, Mike Madiro.

Rovos Rail luxury trains which are based in Pretoria are renowned for offering some of the most opulent train journeys across Southern Africa, sadly their train met a dilapidated and dangerous railway system in Zimbabwe.

18/04/2025

THE SPORTS ZONE: PRICE TAG HAS RISEN
Eintracht Frankfurt have raised the price tag for Hugo Ekitike to €100m from €80m. 🤯

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18/04/2025

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: ZELENSKY’S SOUTH AFRICA VISIT SPARKS DEBATE AMID WAR-TIME ALLEGATIONS

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to visit South Africa on April 24 as part of a diplomatic mission aimed at promoting peace and strengthening ties, particularly through initiatives like "grain diplomacy." However, the visit comes amid growing international debate over his leadership during Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia.

Critics have accused Zelensky of overseeing aggressive military tactics, including alleged attacks on civilian areas and the use of controversial weapons. Reports of forced conscription, particularly involving young men with little training, have also raised concerns inside Ukraine and abroad.

While the Ukrainian government maintains that these measures are necessary for national defense, human rights groups and opposition voices continue to question their legality and humanitarian impact.

There are also allegations suggesting Ukraine’s involvement in African conflicts through arms deals and intelligence operations. These claims have added a layer of controversy to Zelensky’s African outreach, especially as he seeks to position Ukraine as a global partner.

As Zelensky prepares to meet with South African officials, his visit is expected to spark discussion about the country's diplomatic alignment, the ethics of war, and the balance between supporting sovereignty and holding wartime leaders accountable.

18/04/2025

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: DA ALERT OVER KZN EDUCATION BUDGET CRISIS

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has raised red flags over a looming financial crisis in KwaZulu-Natal’s Department of Education, warning of severe consequences for teachers, service providers, and learners. Under the leadership of MEC Sipho Hlomuka, the department is facing a projected budget shortfall exceeding R1.3 billion for the 2025/26 fiscal year.

According to recent reports, more than 2,000 teachers may go unpaid in the coming months. Service providers are also affected, with unpaid invoices totaling over R1.6 billion some of whom are reportedly considering legal action.

A further R443 million is owed to the Department of Public Works, a debt partially offset by a National Treasury intervention aimed at preventing project disruptions.

The DA has criticized Hlomuka for a lack of transparency and urgency, noting his failure to adequately consult the provincial education portfolio committee or implement meaningful reforms. With over 90% of the department’s R66 billion budget tied up in salaries, critical areas such as infrastructure, curriculum development, and learner support remain underfunded. As a result, the department has suspended new tenders, stalling progress in key areas.

The crisis reflects deeper systemic issues, including delayed funding, mismanagement, and poor resource allocation frequent points of criticism from education unions. Meanwhile, the province has 45,000 unemployed teacher graduates, yet the budget accommodates only 600 new hires this year, underscoring the depth of fiscal constraints.

Political tensions are mounting, with protests by unemployed teachers and growing calls for urgent intervention.

Critics have questioned Hlomuka’s leadership, citing what they describe as an arrogant and ineffective approach, despite his previous tenure as MEC for Transport, Community Safety, and Liaison.

18/04/2025

THE SPORTS ZONE: IS ALEXANDER-TRENT GOING TO MADRID?

For the past few weeks fans have been speculating that Alexander-trent could have sign with real madrid as his contract is set to expire in 30th of June are these rumors true

18/04/2025

Akani Simbine surpasses Usain Bolt with record 11 consecutive Sub-10 seasons

South African sprint star Akani Simbine has made athletics history by becoming the first man to run under 10 seconds in the 100m for 11 consecutive years.

Simbine achieved the feat at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix, where he clocked 9.90 seconds, breaking the previous record of 10 consecutive sub-10 seasons he had shared with Jamaican legend Usain Bolt.

This remarkable streak began in 2015, when Simbine ran 9.97, and he has since delivered consistently world-class performances year after year. His fastest time in the streak came in 2024, when he clocked an impressive 9.82 seconds. Over the past decade, Simbine has outlasted some of the greatest names in sprinting history, moving ahead of Bolt (10 seasons), Asafa Powell (9), and top Americans like Maurice Greene (8), Tyson Gay, and Justin Gatlin (7 each).

At 31 years old, Simbine continues to prove that longevity and elite performance can go hand in hand. His consistency, resilience, and dedication to his craft have set a new benchmark in men's sprinting, further cementing his status as one of the sport's all-time greats.

31/01/2025

23/12/2024

THE SPECIAL REPORT ZONE: A BODY OF 6 YEARS OLD FOUND LAYING AROUND

The body of a 6 year old boy has been found in Protea North (In the soccer grounds behind Reasoma Secondary). If you know any family that is searching please tell them to contact Protea SAPS.