Hostage Situation Ends in Murder-Suicide Natalie Nyathi A tense 16-hour hostage situation in Mamelodi, east of Pretoria, South Africa, culminated in a tragic murder-suicide on September 10, 2025. The incident involved a 32-year-old police constable, Thapelo Mashigo, who held his 69-year-old mother and 18-year-old nephew hostage at a house in Mamelodi East. The ordeal began…
Natalie Nyathi During a recent virtual meeting, leaders from the BRICS bloc,a group of emerging economies including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—expressed strong opposition to what they termed “tariff blackmail” and economic protectionism. This meeting was initiated by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and highlighted the growing challenges posed by unilateral…
Natalie Nyathi The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry is gearing up to begin its critical hearings into police corruption in South Africa, with KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi expected to be the first witness. The inquiry is set to start on September 17, 2025, and aims to investigate serious allegations of corruption, political interference,…
Natalie Nyathi The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a Level 4 warning for severe thunderstorms in north-western KwaZulu-Natal, effective from Monday, September 8, 2025, today.This alert comes as the region braces for heavy downpours that could cause significant flooding and related disruptions. A Level 4 warning indicates a high likelihood of severe weather…
Natalie Nyathi Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee, tasked with investigating explosive allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, is actively preparing for its hearings, though facing delays and public disagreements over witness appearances. The committee will meet today, to receive a progress report on its readiness. Mkhwanazi’s allegations, made public in July 2025,…
Natalie Nyathi Family, friends, colleagues, and members of the South African media fraternity are gathering today at the San Salvador Catholic Church in Germiston to lay to rest renowned political journalist and broadcaster, Tshidi Madia. The service, a celebration of her life, sees mourners adhering to the request to dress in bold and colorful attire,…
Natalie Nyathi The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is officially rolling out its mandatory biometric enrollment system across all provinces today. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the agency’s ongoing efforts to enhance the security and integrity of social grant distribution, and to combat fraud within the system. SASSA has faced persistent…
Natalie Nyathi A large-scale search is underway at Bloubergstrand Beach in Table View, Cape Town, after a 16-year-old local boy was swept out to sea by strong rip currents on Friday afternoon. The incident happened around 4:00 PM, prompting a quick response from multiple emergency services. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Melkbosstrand crew was…
Natalie Nyathi Yesterday ,commuters in parts of South Africa, particularly in Ekurhuleni, including Katlehong and Germiston, faced significant challenges due to a taxi strike initiated by the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco). The strike is a response to the impounding of taxis, especially the 10-seater “baby buses,” which are being targeted for operating without…
Natalie Nyathi South Africa’s media landscape is in mourning following the death of Tshidi Madia, the esteemed Associate Editor for Politics at Eyewitness News (EWN). Madia passed away in hospital on Wednesday morning, August 27, 2025, at the age of 42, after a short illness. The Madia family confirmed her passing, stating that she loved…
