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Severe Storms Wreak Havoc in North Pretoria

Residents across northern Pretoria are surveying scenes of devastation and bracing for further potential destruction after a violent storm system tore through the region, leaving a trail of shattered windows, crumpled vehicles, flooded homes, and crippled infrastructure. With more storms forecast, authorities are urging extreme caution as communities begin the arduous task of recovery. A…

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Family Feud Erupts as Zuma Daughter Files Trafficking Complaint Against Sister Over Men Stranded in Ukraine War

 A bitter and very public family rift within the former first family has escalated into a criminal matter, with Nkosazana Zuma filing a formal police complaint against her sister, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, alleging her involvement in a scheme that led to several South African men being sent to fight alongside Russian forces in Ukraine. The complaint,…

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“No 2027 Bid,” Insists Mchunu Camp, as Suspended Minister Battles to Clear His Name Amid ANC Succession Speculation

In a firm attempt to quell rising political whispers, the camp of suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has categorically denied that his decision to take special leave from African National Congress (ANC) duties is a strategic gambit to position himself for a run at the party’s presidency in 2027. The denial comes as Mchunu, a…

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Dignity Behind Bars: Transgender Inmate Wins Landmark Case, Forcing Prison Reform in South Africa

 In a ruling that champions human dignity within the stark confines of the state’s penal system, the Equality Court in Johannesburg has delivered a groundbreaking judgment in favour of a transgender inmate, declaring that the Department of Correctional Services’ denial of gender-affirming care constitutes unfair discrimination and harassment. The case, brought by Nthabiseng Mokoena, a…

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Analysts: Woolworths Shareholders Getting Its Fashion and Australian Businesses for ‘Free’

A leading investment firm reveals that the stock’s current price reflects only the value of its strong food division, meaning investors are effectively getting the rest of the company as a bonus. JOHANNESBURG – In a surprising twist for investors, financial analysts at PSG Wealth have revealed that anyone buying Woolworths Holdings shares is essentially getting…

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No Home Affairs Queue: The Easy Workaround for Capitec and TymeBank Customers to Get Smart IDs

With over 35 million customers between them, Capitec and TymeBank users can bypass the traditional wait by using a simple, low-cost banking trick—here’s how. JOHANNESBURG – For the millions of South Africans who bank with Capitec and TymeBank, the wait for in-branch Smart ID and passport services will extend into next year. However, a simple and…

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Defiant Operation Dudula Vows to Continue ‘Checking’ Patients at Hospitals Despite Court Ban

The group’s leader says they will appeal a High Court ruling that prohibits them from blocking access to healthcare, insisting their controversial actions are not illegal. JOHANNESBURG – In a direct challenge to the judiciary, anti-immigrant group Operation Dudula has declared it will continue its campaign of checking the nationalities of patients at public healthcare facilities,…

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Ramaphosa Defends G20 Clean-Up, Vows Johannesburg Revamp Will Set New ‘Benchmark’

Facing criticism in Parliament, the President acknowledged the city’s poor state but urged parties to unite for the global summit, suggesting the spruced-up city should become the new normal. CAPE TOWN – President Cyril Ramaphosa has mounted a robust defence of the extensive clean-up of Johannesburg ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, stating that the effort…

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‘Fire Me Instead’: Zuma and Hlophe in Open War as MK Party Turmoil Deepens

The party leader suspends his deputy for defying him, while a political analyst warns Zuma’s “despotic” and “spaza shop” style of leadership could destroy the party before next year’s elections. JOHANNESBURG – The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party is engulfed in a public power struggle after leader Jacob Zuma suspended his deputy, Dr John Hlophe, for allegedly…

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