Children among victims in Pretoria shebeen massacre
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Justice Minister Kubayi: Van der Merwe declined protection offer
Slaying of key witness highlights risks in corruption fight.
Assassination of key witness adds to mounting pressure on police
Witness D was killed in a shooting outside his home on Friday, 5 December.
CRIME STATS: Decline in murders brings little consolation for victims’ families
Decline in murders brings little consolation for victims’ families
At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting
Gunmen stormed a hostel near Pretoria and opened fire, killing 11 people including a three-year-old.
Trans women will not be allowed to attend main Labour Women’s Conference events
The conference will take place in 2026 after being cancelled for a year in light of the Supreme Court’s gender ruling.
Hidden threat to South Africa’s crown jewel
South Africa’s large and highly concentrated financial sector poses a growing risk to broader economic stability despite strong regulation.
‘He can’t believe what he’s done!’ – Pope caught & bowled
Ollie Pope is dismissed for 26, gifting a simple catch to Michael Neser as England fall to 90-2 on day three of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.
MURDER MOST FOUL: Madlanga Commission Witness D’s murder forces focus on whistleblower security
Madlanga Commission Witness D’s murder forces focus on whistleblower security
Charities welcome new law banning puppy smuggling
But some are worried that the ban will have consequences for rare dog breeders and those who rescue dogs from overseas.
Seven celestial events to look for in the December night sky
December brings an array of night sky events including a mysterious interstellar comet, the Geminids meteor shower and winter solstice.
News24 | Mass shooting at illegal tavern in Pretoria leaves 11 dead, including 3 children
Eleven people – including three children – have been killed, and 14 others were injured during a shooting at an illegal tavern inside a hostel in Saulsville, Atteridgeville.
Cummins ‘good to go’ for third Ashes Test
Australia captain Pat Cummins says he will be “good to go” for the third Ashes Test against England after recovering from injury.
White people are doing pretty well in South Africa, despite what Trump claims
Debate, prompted largely by US President Donald Trump’s stance on South Africa, has raged over whether South Africa is legislatively discriminating against white people.
‘Vibes of Johnson’ – Starc continues to ‘break England hearts’
Mitchell Starc dominates with bat and ball to put Australia in control of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.
Evaton serial rapist sentenced to four life terms
Evaton serial rapist sentenced to four life terms for attacks on women aged 20 to 34
At the 2026 World Cup draw, the winner is… Donald Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump said he was not attending the draw for the 2026 World Cup to receive a prize, but he got one anyway.
‘F*** off with its policy’: AbaThembu King Dalindyebo blasts ANC, labels media ‘prostitutes’ after Israel visit
AbaThembu King Buyelekhaya Zwelibanzi Dalindyebo launched an explosive verbal attack on the ANC-led government’s foreign policy and the South African media on his return from Israel, reaffirming his pro-Israeli stance.
South Africa going from zero to hero
South Africa has seen a string of positive economic data filter in over the past few months, with the country showing strong signs of recovery and positive momentum.
Police launch manhunt for Madlanga witness killers
Police have launched a manhunt after a witness who testified at the Madlanga commission was gunned down in front of his wife on Friday night.
News24 | Witness D’s Madlanga testimony ‘angered certain elements of our society’, says Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has condemned the murder of Marius van der Merwe, known at the Madlanga Commission as “Witness D”.