Anna Fifi Mabuza passed away at Steve Biko Hospital in Tshwane on August 26. Her death was confirmed by the founder of the group, Belina Nkosi. Manager of the group, Fakazi Gama, said Mabuza was admitted after her check-up. “Initially, she had gone for a check-up, but because of her…
A security guard was shot during a business burglary at Sibambisene Primary School in Pienaar last Friday, August 27. According to police, police have launched a manhunt for the suspects. Jeffrey Zitha was working as a security guard when the suspects stole laptops. “Reports indicate that the police at Pienaar…
Mpumalanga-born Paralympian, Thando Mahlangu won a gold medal in the Men’s Long Jump T63 last Saturday. Mahlangu set a new world record with a jump of 7.17 metres, crushing out German Leon Schaefer’s 7.12. Many took to social media to congratulate the athlete including President Cyril Ramaphosa.
A pregnant woman’s body was found in the Crocodile River at Kanyamazane last Sunday, August 22. A case of murder has been opened by SAPS a manhunt for the perpetrator has been launched. The woman was certified dead by the paramedics. A preliminary probe suggested that the woman was pregnant.…
The Annual Mpumalanga Cycle Tour will be kicking off on Tuesday, August 3 at Loskopdam, a Forever Resort. This will be the sixth edition of the Tour which has attracted some of the top cyclists in the country. It also launched careers of others such as Willie Smit who is…
28 people linked to violence were arrested in the recent service delivery protest in Middelburg. The suspects were charged with public violence and contravention of Disaster Management Act. They are expected to appear in court soon while more arrests are imminent. READ | WATCH | Tensions run high at Witbank…
Two toddlers died in a house fire yesterday at Amersfoort. According to police, the twins and their cousin, all aged two, were left in the house with a lit candle as there was no electricity when their guardian went to a local shop. “Moments later, neighbours saw flames and called…
BETHAL – Hlanganani Orphanage is at the brink of losing its haven for not keeping up with monthly rentals. This is according to the committee chairperson of the orphanage, Andrew Mthethwa. He said their landlord has given them a 3-month lifeline to source funds to pay the monthly rent of…
The Mpumalanga High Court sitting in Middelburg sentenced Siyabonga Mbatha to 25 years imprisonment for the murder of actress, Thandeka Emigrant Mdeliswa. According to the National Prosecuting Authority, Mbatha pleaded guilty to the offenses and was subsequently convicted of murder, possession of an unlicensed firearm, and unlawful possession of ammunition.…
The MEC for Public Works, Roads and Transport, Mohita Latchminarain is leading a women-only law enforcement operation in honour of Women’s Month at Steve Tshwete Local Municipality today. The operation will check compliance by public transport operators in terms of the National Land Transport Transition Act (NLTTA.) The MEC will…