Author: Silver Sibiya
A major rescue operation is underway after two members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) fell into an abandoned vertical mine shaft while pursuing suspected illegal miners at the disused CRD Mine in western Johannesburg on Friday morning. In a joint statement, the SANDF and the South African Police Service (SAPS) said the incident occurred at about 6am during Operation Prosper, an ongoing anti-illegal mining operation targeting illegal mining activities across Gauteng. According to the statement, SANDF members spotted suspected illegal miners, commonly known as zama-zamas, emerging from the underground workings of the abandoned mine. As the soldiers…
Veteran South African actor and theatre icon Seputla Sebogodi has died at the age of 62. In a statement released on Thursday, Sebogodi’s family confirmed that the acclaimed actor passed away on the evening of 15 July 2026 following complications related to diabetes. “The immediate family of Seputla Sebogodi confirms, with profound sadness, his passing on the evening of 15 July 2026 following complications related to diabetes,” the family said. The family has appealed for privacy as they come to terms with their loss. “The family kindly requests privacy as they mourn this immense loss and navigate this difficult time…
Two suspects accused of stealing precious stones worth nearly R15 million have been granted bail of R5,000 each by the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court. EMPD officer Adrian McKenzie and his former colleague, Kersha Leigh Stols, face charges linked to the alleged theft of the valuable stones from an apartment in Killarney in 2023. Magistrate Annalise Tlhapi ordered that both accused be released on strict bail conditions. “The accused may not communicate with any witnesses in this matter, directly or indirectly. They may not interfere with or intimidate any witnesses, and both accused must surrender their passports,” the magistrate ruled. The court…
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Friday co-chair the fourth South Africa–Namibia Binational Commission (BNC) with Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Pretoria, in a meeting expected to strengthen political, economic and trade relations between the two neighbouring countries. The Presidency said the BNC forms part of a structured bilateral mechanism that has guided relations between South Africa and Namibia since its establishment in 2013, with three sessions having been held to date. The high-level meeting will be preceded by a Council of Ministers meeting on Thursday and a Senior Officials’ Meeting held from 14 to 15 July 2026. According to the…
The March and March Movement says its alliance with Insizwa Nobunsizwa remains intact despite what it describes as coordinated efforts to undermine the organisation. In a statement released on Wednesday following a meeting held in Durban on 14 July, the movement said the meeting formed part of efforts aimed at “strengthening relations with its allies, consolidating and creating building blocks towards the eradication of irregular migration and lawlessness in the country.” The movement said the parties also reflected on the events leading up to and after the 30 June 2026 anti-illegal immigration campaign, noting “the ongoing discontent, confusion and outcry…
Former Police Minister Fikile Mbalula has denied ever interfering in investigations or prosecutions linked to Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) cases, insisting that neither he nor the African National Congress (ANC) sought to derail justice. Mbalula said during his testimony on Wednesday to the Judicial Commission of Inquiry investigating allegations that senior government officials, the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) may have obstructed investigations into apartheid-era crimes. Mbalula, who served as Police Minister between 2017 and 2018, said he was never involved in operational decisions regarding TRC-related investigations and did not issue any instructions…
Several shops have been destroyed in a fire at the busy Bara Taxi Rank in Diepkloof, Soweto, leaving business owners counting the cost of the damage. The incident happend on Wednesday morning. One of the affected shop owners, Stanley Morake, said he was devastated by the incident. Morake has owned three shops at the taxi rank shopping centre for more than 50 years, dating back to the establishment of the shopping centre. “It is sad because now we have to spend money trying to fix this,” he said. Morake said he received an early morning phone call informing him that…
The death toll from a devastating head-on collision involving a sedan and an articulated lorry on the R23 between Perdekop and Standerton in Mpumalanga has risen to five after the only surviving passenger died in hospital. The crash occurred on Monday when, according to preliminary reports, the lorry was travelling from Standerton while the sedan was travelling from Perdekop. The two vehicles collided head-on on the busy route. Initially, the sedan driver and three passengers were declared dead at the scene. A fifth occupant was rushed to Standerton Provincial Hospital with serious injuries but later succumbed to those injuries, bringing…
Belgian winger Leandro Trossard is set to leave Arsenal after agreeing to join Turkish giants Besiktas. The clubs have reached an agreement worth €18 million upfront, with a further €2 million in performance-related add-ons, bringing the total package to €20 million. Trossard has approved the move and is expected to travel to Istanbul on Tuesday night to undergo a medical before signing his contract with the Turkish Super Lig side. The 31-year-old joined Arsenal from Brighton & Hove Albion in January 2023 and played a key role under Mikel Arteta, contributing important goals and assists as the Gunners challenged for…
Kaizer Chiefs have officially announced the departure of experienced Uruguayan midfielder Gastón Sirino after two seasons at Naturena. In a statement released on Monday, Amakhosi thanked Sirino for his commitment and contribution, describing him as a key figure in the squad both on and off the field. Sirino made 39 appearances in all competitions for Chiefs, scoring five goals and providing eight assists. The club also praised his professionalism and leadership, saying he set an example for younger players and played an instrumental role in helping Amakhosi lift the Nedbank Cup last season. “During his time with the Glamour Boys,…