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Typhoon Bavi unleashed chaos across East Asia, triggering mass evacuations and widespread disruption — but calm prevailed thanks to preparedness. Over 1.8 million people fled in China’s Zhejiang and Fujian provinces as the storm headed for Wenzhou, while Taiwan canceled nearly 1,000 flights and shut down its main airport despite avoiding direct landfall. Japan and Taiwan reported no deaths from th...

President Ramaphosa has granted the Madlanga Commission a second extension, pushing its final report deadline to November 16th — giving them until October 2nd, 2026, to complete all evidence collection. The commission has already issued two interim reports that led to arrests by a special SAPS unit. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana says exact costs for implementing recommendations are still being...

Tired of spam calls? South Africa’s got a new weapon: FokOffMense, a cheeky, citizen-powered app built by one frustrated techie. With 30% of calls being spam and over 8 billion spam calls this year, Mathew Riddle created this app to let users report, block, and even legally sue spammers under South Africa’s strict Popia law. The app’s bold Afrikaans name? A nod to the nation’s collective rage. Dev...

A viral video shows King Misuzulu of the AmaZulu in a heated private argument with Queen Nomzamo, sparking national debate. The King’s office confirmed the footage’s authenticity but called it a private moment from the past, noting their recent public unity. The King apologized for his language, while experts caution that while such videos can reveal hidden abuse, they also risk sensationalizing t...

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate as Trump declares the ceasefire off the table, despite Iran’s reported request for talks — a move that comes after renewed attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. retaliatory strikes. While the U.S. pushes Iran to publicly commit to ending attacks and keeping oil lanes open, Iran claims it never formally requested talks but is engaging a Qata...

Mark Bezuidenhout pulled off a brazen scam, selling a non-existent car and swindling a South African dealership out of 220,000 rand—then vanished, sending most of the cash to cover someone else’s debt. Caught a year later, he finally pleaded guilty in 2025 after a two-and-a-half-year delay, facing a stacked 15-year sentence for fraud and money laundering. His appeal? Crushed. The court slammed him...

Tragedy strikes French rugby as 20-year-old prodigy Luqobo Makwedini, known as Bibo, dies after collapsing during a training session with AS Béziers Hérault. A rising star with a promising future, including a potential professional debut, Makwedini was hailed as a top talent by the club and deeply admired for his dedication and kindness. The team, led by former Springbok captain Bob Skinstad, is i...

A Johannesburg DJ, Tshepiso Buthelezi aka ‘Musical Rose,’ faces legal consequences after a court ruled her Facebook posts about fellow DJ Tshepo Junior Makgopa defamatory and unlawful. She accused him of blackballing her from gigs and even referenced a dismissed assault claim — both now deemed beyond the bounds of acceptable speech. Ordered to retract and apologize, she’s now weighing her next ste...

Mark Bezuidenhout got a firm fifteen-year sentence upheld by the High Court after conning a car dealership out of 220,000 rand in 2022, then vanishing the cash through a money laundering scheme. Despite pleading guilty nearly three years later, the court slammed his delayed confession, lack of remorse, and repeated criminal behavior—including crimes while under supervision. The judges rejected his...

Johannesburg cops pulled over a hijacked health van in Soweto—only to find buckets containing suspected human hearts and lungs. Two suspects are now in custody facing charges for the theft and possession of organs. Authorities are racing to uncover the origins of the organs and identify the property’s true owner in this chilling case. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://soli...

The government has finally opened the door for private companies to step in and handle foot-and-mouth disease vaccines—importing, distributing, and even administering them—after years of being the sole player. This major shift comes after farmer and business groups sued, calling the government’s response slow, chaotic, and ineffective, leading to massive losses. Now, with a settlement in place, th...

A former Gauteng school principal lost his fight to stay on the job after being caught misusing school funds—buying personal items like TVs and laptops, paying a TV license with public money, and failing to log expenses. Despite his claims of good intent, the arbitrator found his explanations weak and his actions a clear breach of financial ethics. With no remorse shown and the misconduct deemed t...

A Cape Town school is in the spotlight after its alumni committee banned the Pride flag, sparking backlash from former members, parents, and staff who argue the move undermines inclusion. The Old Diocesan Committee claims the flag divides the community and prefers traditional flags, but critics like comedian Anton Taylor call it discriminatory and hypocritical. The school’s leadership and supporte...

A Johannesburg DJ, Tshepiso Buthelezi, aka Musical Rose, faces a court order after accusing JoziFM presenter Tshepiso Junior Makgopa of sabotaging her gigs—claiming he pressured venues to drop her in exchange for station airtime. The feud erupted after her failed assault case against him, and her social media posts were deemed defamatory. The high court demands she remove the posts within 24 hours...

Nigeria celebrates a major breakthrough as all 45 hostages—including 39 schoolchildren and 6 teachers—kidnapped in Oyo State are rescued after nearly two months in captivity. One teacher tragically died during the ordeal, but authorities have arrested eight of the kidnappers. President Tinubu vows justice for the victims and their families, underscoring the government’s resolve to combat rising ki...

The Supreme Court of Appeal has overturned the Judicial Service Commission’s recommendation to appoint Johannes Roelofse as a permanent judge, ruling the JSC failed to properly assess his temperament and undisclosed debts. Roelofse, who had been acting as a judge since 2008 and interviewed multiple times, faced serious concerns from the Mpumlanga Society of Advocates over unpaid fees and courtroom...

Resolve Communications, led by former DA leader Tony Leon, is under fire for allegedly leveraging political ties to secure special access for clients with government officials — a model they defend as lawful, despite mounting accusations of unethical influence. The firm has now shut down further comment, calling the allegations politically motivated attacks, while former DA figures, ministers, and...

South Africa’s rising anti-immigrant anger is fueled by real economic pain—but the blame is misplaced. With unemployment hitting 40% and public services crumbling, immigrants aren’t the cause. Less than 4% of formal jobs go to foreigners, and their impact on the labor market is minimal. The real problem? Years of underfunding and austerity. Blaming migrants distracts from urgent needs—and risks de...

A woman accused of setting her ex-boyfriend and his new girlfriend on fire in Mpumelelo faces serious charges after both victims died from their injuries. The arrest followed threats allegedly made to the victim, who dismissed them as non-serious. Family members are devastated, especially for the victim’s two young daughters, while the case spirals into allegations of abuse and neglect. Police con...

South African police, in tandem with Interpol, just nabbed a UK fugitive wanted for the brutal murder of his wife and two young daughters in Bedford—bringing a chilling case to a global spotlight. The arrest in Kensington, Johannesburg, was swift and coordinated, hailed by top officials as proof that South Africa won’t be a safe haven for criminals. With his first court date looming, this bust und...

Sixty-nine municipalities, including four in Limpopo, face a freeze on equitable share transfers after mismanaging 13.5 billion rand — a move by the National Treasury to enforce fiscal discipline and hold leaders accountable. With crumbling infrastructure and service backlogs already straining communities, critics blame poor governance and lack of accountability. While the Treasury hopes this inte...

Over 2,500 people braved the rain in Gqeberha for a powerful DA-led anti-crime march, demanding real action against gang violence in South Africa’s “Murder Capital.” Led by Geordin Hill-Lewis, the rally ended at the 10111 Centre with wreaths for victims and hard stats: 300+ gang-related shootings in the Bay between 2021–2025, mostly in the north. Residents, like Shirmone Magotha who lost her cousi...

A 73-year-old man, Nkagisang Setha, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping three young children aged five to seven, after luring them to his home with promises of sweets and locking them inside. The assault was interrupted by an unknown person forcing the door open, allowing the children to escape and later report the crime. The court convicted Setha on all counts, emphasizing the gra...

A UK man wanted for the brutal triple murder of his wife and two daughters has been arrested in South Africa. Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, a British citizen, fled the UK on July 4th using a passport and was spotted at Heathrow. Interpol issued a Red Notice, and South African authorities, working with global partners, executed a high-stakes arrest in Gauteng. The victims — a 42-year-old mother and her...

A chilling international manhunt ends in Johannesburg as South African authorities arrest 45-year-old Ndodana Tshuma, wanted in the UK for allegedly murdering his wife and two young daughters. Found dead in their home in Great Denham, the victims’ tragic fate sent shockwaves, prompting a swift, joint operation with Interpol that led to Tshuma’s capture. With ties to a property empire and a British...