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Mashaba calls for security clampdown at OR Tambo following robbery

Former Joburg mayor Herman Mashaba wants OR Tambo International Airport to boost security after sharing a clip of his friend narrowly escaping being robbed by thugs.

Kempton Park flooded and man struck by lightning in freak storm

A massive storm struck Ekurhuleni on Friday resulting in massive flooding in Kempton Park as well as an unfortunate man being struck by lightning while having lunch.

Mzansi reacts to cops arresting a woman for crossing a street

Chief of Police in Johannesburg, David Tembe, took to social media to share a photo of a woman getting arrested for jaywalking. The image sparked quite the reaction and social media users were left with opposing opinions.

Witnesses speak out after drive-by shooting claims two lives

The community in Melville, Johannesburg has been rattled after New Year celebrations were cut short by a drive-by shooting at a popular restaurant.

Alberton gas pipeline catches fire: Several nearby families evacuated

Nearby citizens were evacuated after a gas pipeline, reportedly owned by Transnet, caught fire. Emergency personnel have arrived on scene.

Eskom adamant that Soweto disconnections will carry on as planned

Eskom is taking a number of measures against Soweto residents, including disconnecting non-payers and installing prepaid meters despite public outcry.