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Minister Thembi Simelane revealed that failures in the National Home Builders Registration Council’s internal processes allowed a contractor to bypass proper procedures, leading to the collapse of a five-storey residential property in George that killed 34 people. The report presented to the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements highlighted regulatory lapses within the council.
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Property experts note Gauteng has the most foreign homebuyers in South Africa, with 5,039 properties bought. However, the Western Cape dominates the luxury market with 2,308 purchases. Seeff Property Group chairman Samuel Seeff distinguishes between foreign expat residents and international buyers, who invest in second homes in South Africa.
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Marcell Meyer, a 43-year-old South African man living in New York, appeared in federal court on child pornography distribution charges. Meyer, from KwaZulu-Natal, was arrested while working on a farm in Jefferson County. He used a social networking app on his phone to share child porn. It is uncertain how he will plead, potentially facing significant jail time if convicted.
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ArcelorMittal SA’s closure delayed by at least six months with R1.7 billion cash injection from IDC. Saves 3,500 jobs until August 31, 2025. High energy costs, logistics issues cited. Trump tariffs and VAT hikes ongoing. Repayment based on financial performance.
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Eskom waives registration fees and offers free smart meters for residential solar systems up to 50kVA until March 2026. Homeowners must still have installations approved by an accredited engineer. The move aims to ease costs and procedures for rooftop solar, potentially saving homeowners at least R9,000. The initiative follows criticism over compliance requirements.
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The High Court in Gqeberha acquitted Nigerian pastor Timothy Omotoso and co-accused due to prosecutor misconduct. Despite complaints, Advocate Nceba Ntelwa was kept on the case, facing further scrutiny. Omotoso, arrested in 2017 on charges including rape and human trafficking, saw a trial marred by allegations of misconduct. Judge Irma Schoeman cited lack of proof beyond reasonable doubt.
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Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga disclosed that seven-year-old Cwecwe was raped multiple times in Matatiele. The incident occurred last October on school premises. Bergview College faces criticism for its handling of the case. National police are leading the investigation. Calls for justice for gender-based violence victims are increasing.
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Five suspects linked to a cash van explosion in KwaMashu were fatally shot by KwaZulu-Natal police in Durban. The group was under surveillance after a recent cash-in-transit robbery on the M25 highway.
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Police colonel and doctor testify in trial-within-a-trial on torture claims against Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn. No injuries indicating torture found during medical examinations. Trial ongoing in Western Cape High Court. Day 23 of proceedings.
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The South African Gunowners’ Association criticizes proposed amendments to the Private Security Industry Regulations, warning they could devastate the industry. SAGA trustee Gideon Joubert highlights concerns over broad provisions that could prevent security firms from issuing firearms based on mere allegations, potentially leading to business closures and contract terminations.
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