FRIDAY, 26 DECEMBER 2025, 17:40
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Artificial intelligence-driven solutions expanded rapidly across industries in 2025, with adoption accelerating in financial services and online trading pasted. According to McKinsey’s “The State of AI” research, nearly 88% of organizations now use AI in at least one business function. Trading and financial services firms have increasingly integrated AI into advanced analytics and...
The case has been postponed to the 26th of March 2026 for further investigations.
GBV command centre ready to serve 24/7
The Department of Social Development’s Gender-Based Violence Command Centre (GBVCC) has reiterated its commitment to remaining open for 24 hours a day and seven days a week during this festive season.
The centre provides free, confidential and immediate support to survivors of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).
“The GBVCC offers...
Owner of the kwaNoxolo Tavern in Bekkersdal says she fears for her life following mass shooting
Deputy Ministers visit Brits water treatment works
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mahlobo and Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong, are conducting an oversight visit to the Brits Water Treatment Works in the North West.
The Brits Water Treatment Works is a critical infrastructure project of the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) aimed at strengthening...
Over 300 suspects have been arrested in the Northern Cape for various offences, including murder
JMPD arrests more than 200 for drunk driving
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has arrested some 227 motorists for drunk driving.
This after JMPD officers conducted roadblocks, patrols and operations across the city over the past week.
JMPD Chief of Police, Patrick Jaca, emphasised that the arrests are aimed at averting road accidents caused by drivers under the...
Manhunt for Bekkersdal mass shooting suspects underway
Police have launched a manhunt to find suspects linked to the mass shooting perpetrated at a tavern in Bekkersdal in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The incident claimed 11 lives, with 10 others taken to medical facilities for injuries.
“It is reported that about 12 unknown suspects in a white kombi and a silver sedan...
Condolences for veteran NPA prosecutor
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has extended condolences on the passing of the National Prosecuting Authority Gauteng Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Riegel Du Toit.
“The Minister extends her heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and relatives of Advocate Du Toit during this difficult...
Weather Service issues disruptive rain, fire danger warning across South Africa
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a weather warning for disruptive rains and severe thunderstorms across the country for today.
The warnings for rain are as follows:
Orange level 5 warning: Disruptive rain resulting in flooding of settlements (both formal and informal) and roads,...
Power system ‘stable’ as festive season demand approaches
Eskom has assured that it will keep the lights on this festive season and meet demand.
In a statement, the power utility said the national power system remains stable and consistently meets “demand as Eskom’s generation performance continues to improve”.
“The success of the Generation Recovery Plan, combined with the...
Gauteng to intensify tavern crackdown following Bekkersdal shooting
Acting Gauteng Premier, Jacob Mamabolo, has condemned the escalation in mass shootings that have occurred in the province.
This after a mass shooting at a tavern in Bekkersdal claimed the lives of at least nine people and left 10 injured.
Earlier this month, another mass shooting in Saulsville, Tshwane, left at...
Police investigations are continuing, and no arrests have been made yet.
Instead of securing the release of their relative who had been arrested for allegedly possessing an unlicensed AK-47 assault rifle and 13 rounds of ammunition, two people who allegedly tried to bribe police now find themselves alongside him behind bars.
Three people are reportedly missing after the vehicle they were traveling in was washed by floods
Three people have died after the bus they were traveling in overturned on the N1 south this morning
He says the investigation is at an early stage and no arrests has been made yet.
Department spokesperson, Unathi Binqose says law breakers will be dealt with decisively.
IPHC faction leader Sandlana will be back in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court today.
RTMC urges motorists to ensure full road traffic compliance
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has encouraged vehicle owners to use their end of year bonuses and payouts from savings clubs or stokvels to fix their vehicles and renew vehicle licences ahead of festive season travel.
“With the festive season fast approaching many people are finalising their travel plans....