With less than a week remaining before South Africans head to the polls, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) has urged registered voters to prioritise integrity, competence and accountability when choosing their local government representatives. Millions of eligible voters are preparing to cast their ballots on Wednesday, ushering in the seventh administration of local government. The elections are expected to play a significant role in determining the leadership and development priorities of municipalities across the country. Speaking on YOU…
Gauteng police have arrested 10 suspects aged between 30 and 54 and recovered nine firearms following a shootout in Cleveland, Johannesburg, on Monday night. Police say the incident happened at about 19:36 while officers were conducting patrols in the area. According to police, officers noticed a suspicious Hyundai H100 fitted with blue lights and a siren. The vehicle allegedly stopped whenever police approached before driving off when officers attempted to intercept it. Police called for backup and continued following the…
A 59-year-old South African Police Service (SAPS) Lieutenant-General has been arrested at a restaurant in Sandton on charges relating to alleged sexual offences. The senior officer was arrested on Monday, 21 September 2026, by members of the Commissions Recommendations Task Team (CRTT). According to SAPS, the officer faces allegations relating to the sexual grooming of a 16-year-old girl between July and August 2026. He is also accused of the alleged rape of an 18-year-old woman in an incident reported to…
Fortunate Masilela and Tsakani Msithini appeared before the Boksburg Magistrates’ Court on Monday in connection with Ntimba’s murder. Ntimba’s body was discovered in Dawn Park on Thursday. The proceedings also considered whether the media should be permitted to photograph and film the accused. Following deliberations, the court ruled that the two women may not be photographed or filmed from the front. The court cited their personal circumstances, including the fact that both accused have minor children. Members of the media…