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- 16-year-old found safely after missing child alert circulated social media
Wynberg Girls High School reported one of its learners as missing earlier today, 20 January. The child was last seen when she was dropped off outside the school premises in Wynberg around 6h40am. The missing child however was found in the early hours of the evening and has been returned… Read more » - Police intensify hunt for kingpin behind Stilfontein’s illegal mining crisis
Authorities in the North West province are pulling out all the stops in a high-stakes manhunt for James Neo Tshoaeli, a notorious figure known as ‘Tiger,’ who is believed to be the mastermind of a large illegal mining operation in Stilfontein. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirmed that Tshoaeli recently… Read more » - Italy’s b-girl & Belgium’s b-boy crowned Undisputed Cape Town champions
Saturday, 18 January 2025, marked the first edition of the FUJIFILM INSTAX Undisputed on African soil. Held at the impressive V&A Waterfront, participants from 14 different countries worldwide, including seven from the African continent, competed across three categories: solo men, solo women and crew battle. Accompanied by the amazing beats… Read more » - Springbok speedster Andy van der Watt dies at 78
Andy van der Watt, celebrated as one of the quickest wings ever to wear the Springbok jersey, passed away at the age of 78 in his home in Howick, KZN, on Sunday, Cape {town} Etc reports. Known for his exceptional speed, powerful build and thrilling on-field presence, van der Watt… Read more » - Shimansky: The art of handcrafted jewellery at the V&A Waterfront
Nestled within the vibrant V&A Waterfront, Shimansky stands as a beacon of timeless elegance and extraordinary craftsmanship. Renowned for its exclusive diamond collections and custom-made designs, Shimansky invites visitors to step into a world where every piece of jewellery tells a unique story. A showcase of artistry and precision At… Read more » - Khayelitsha neighbourhood watch member killed while on patrol
A neighbourhood watch member was gunned down in Makhaza, Khayelitsha, on Saturday night, 18 January. He was patrolling the area in his full patrol gear when criminals shot him. Monwabisi Mkhutshulwa (51) was killed at about 11pm on Saturday, 18 January, when a group of neighbourhood watch members came across… Read more » - Trump moves inauguration to Capitol Rotunda due to extreme cold
In a surprising move ahead of his second inauguration, Donald Trump has decided to relocate his ceremonial swearing-in and speech to the Capitol Rotunda due to severe cold weather sweeping across Washington, DC. The decision marks a stark departure from tradition, as the inauguration was initially planned to take place… Read more » - NSRI investigates mysterious discovery of floating survival suits
The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) is investigating the discovery of five survival suits found floating near Cape Town beaches over the weekend, Cape {town} Etc reports. While no reports of distressed vessels or missing crafts have been received, the unusual find prompted swift action. The first suit was spotted at… Read more » - Table View Beachfront upgrade delayed as contractor agreement ends
Cape Town’s highly anticipated Table View Beachfront upgrade has encountered significant setbacks in 2024, leading to delays in the completion of essential civil infrastructure, Cape {town} Etc reports. The City of Cape Town has confirmed that, due to ongoing performance issues and the contractor’s failure to meet construction milestones, the agreement… Read more » - TikToker faces charges for ‘force-feeding alcohol’ to fish in viral videos
A South African businessman and TikToker is facing criminal charges for allegedly force-feeding alcohol to fish in two separate TikTok videos. The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) has confirmed that they are finalising a case against him under the Animals Protection Act. The videos, which were deleted but widely shared,… Read more »
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