Author: Silver Sibiya
The Presidency has urged the public to avoid spreading misinformation about South Africa’s migration challenges following the recent deaths of Ethiopian and Mozambican nationals. In a statement released on Monday, government expressed concern over what it described as inaccurate narratives surrounding migration-related incidents, particularly comments linking the deaths of Ethiopian nationals to broader migration policy failures. The Presidency said it would engage the World Health Organization (WHO) through the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to ensure information shared internationally accurately reflects the findings of South African authorities. Government stressed that the deaths of the Ethiopian nationals are being…
Controversial media personality and musician Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye has been arrested in connection with an alleged kidnapping and shooting incident involving an e-hailing driver in Edenvale, east of Johannesburg. According to police, the 45-year-old suspect was arrested on Sunday morning on charges of kidnapping, unlawful discharge of a firearm, and defeating the ends of justice. Police say the incident occurred at approximately 07:30 after an e-hailing driver transported a female passenger to a residence in Edenvale. The suspect allegedly confronted the driver, accusing him of having a romantic relationship with his girlfriend. Police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko stated that…
A 21-year-old woman has died in a tragic bungee jumping accident in Brazil after reportedly jumping from a bridge without being properly attached to a safety rope. Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas died on Saturday in Limeira, in São Paulo state, according to Brazilian media reports. The incident took place at a bridge locally known as “Skeleton Bridge,” where she had reportedly signed up for a guided adventure package that included a bungee jump. Videos circulating on social media appear to show staff escorting her to the edge of the bridge moments before the jump. Witnesses later realised something had…
A massive warehouse fire has destroyed a 2 000 square metre building at the Amalgam industrial site in Langlaagte, west of Johannesburg, in the early hours of Saturday morning. According to the City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services (EMS), firefighters were dispatched to the scene at around 2am after reports of a warehouse engulfed in flames. The blaze completely gutted the structure, with the roof collapsing and exterior walls caving in as firefighters battled to contain the fire. City of Johannesburg EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi said no injuries or fatalities were reported during the incident. Writing “The fire incident affected…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a Special Official Funeral Category 1 for His Majesty King Makhosoke II of the amaNdebele Nation, following his passing at the age of 65. The Presidency confirmed that the funeral, which will include full military honours, will take place on Sunday at Solomon Mahlangu Stadium in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga. King Makhosoke II, born Enock Makhosoke Mabhena, died on Tuesday after serving as the traditional leader of the amaNdebele akwaManala for four decades. Ascending to the throne in the mid-1980s, he played a key role in preserving and promoting amaNdebele cultural heritage, traditional leadership systems, and community…
South Africa’s FIFA World Cup campaign got off to a disappointing start as Bafana Bafana made unwanted history in their opening match. Midfielder Sphephelo Sithole became the first player to be sent off in a World Cup opening fixture since Bolivia’s Marco Etcheverry received a red card against Germany in 1994. Remarkably, no player had been dismissed in a tournament opener for 32 years — until South Africa received two red cards in the same match. The result adds another unfortunate chapter to South Africa’s World Cup history. In 2010, South Africa became the first host nation in FIFA World…
Real Madrid have officially confirmed the appointment of José Mourinho as the club’s new first-team head coach on a three-year contract running until 30 June 2029. The decision was approved during a Board of Directors meeting held on Thursday, 11 June, under the leadership of club president Florentino Pérez. Mourinho is set to begin his new role officially on 13 July, when Real Madrid commence preparations for the forthcoming season. The Portuguese manager returns to the Santiago Bernabéu more than a decade after his first spell in charge between 2010 and 2013. During that period, Mourinho helped restore Real Madrid’s…
The legal representative of alleged political fixer Brown Mogotsi says the defence team will return to court with a renewed bail application based on new facts, following his brief appearance at the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court today. Mogotsi remains in custody after his initial bail application was denied. The court previously ruled that he had failed to provide satisfactory proof of a permanent residential address — a key requirement in assessing whether an accused person can be released on bail, as courts must be satisfied that an accused is properly traceable and unlikely to evade trial. He is facing serious allegations,…
One of the survivors of the deadly Jumpers Informal Settlement mass shooting in Cleveland, Johannesburg, says it is a miracle he is still alive after gunmen opened fire indiscriminately on residents. Twelve people were killed and 10 others injured on Tuesday night when unknown gunmen allegedly arrived in a kombi taxi before launching the brutal attack. While several victims remain in hospital, survivor Rafiq Olees has since been discharged after being shot in the leg. The Malawian national told Newsnote he survived by pretending to be dead as bodies fell around him. “I was chilling with the boys when I…
Reports from Spain suggest that the Spanish giants Real Madrid have confirmed that they made a €150 million (R2.47 billion) offer to sign Argentine forward Julián Álvarez from rivals Atlético Madrid, but the bid was rejected. Insiders from the club reportedly released said the club had formally approached Atlético Madrid for the transfer of the striker. “Real Madrid C. F. communicates that, after the meeting of the Board of Directors held today, he has made an offer of 150 million euros to Club Atlético de Madrid for the federative rights of the player Julián Álvarez,” the statement read. Atlético Madrid,…