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Johannesburg’s new CCTV rules restrict private camera owners from sharing footage on social media, even if it captures a crime. Crime activists argue that sharing such footage helps identify criminals, opposing the by-law as hindering crime-fighting efforts.
A McLaren 570S crashed on High-Level Road in Cape Town, captured on CCTV footage. Two injured, one seriously, in the incident on March 1 at 6.30am. Sea Point police investigating for reckless driving. This is the second high-profile supercar crash in Cape Town in a month.
296 spaza shops and food-handling businesses in Gauteng have been closed due to non-compliance with registration requirements set by President Cyril Ramaphosa. MEC Lebogang Maile highlighted the widespread issue of non-compliance across municipalities like Johannesburg and Tshwane. The closures are part of a crackdown on illegal and unsafe establishments in the province.
Durban ratepayer groups demand eThekwini Municipality address water crisis within two weeks or face city-wide protest. 11 demands include ratepayer oversight on water budget. ERPM chair calls for unity to pressure municipality on water supply issues. 40% of city water leaks, 10% not billed. Residents urged to hold city accountable.
Producers Alex Coco and Samantha Quan, and director Sean Baker win Best Picture Oscar for “Anora” at the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood. Other winners include Adrien Brody for Best Actor, Mikey Madison for Best Actress, and various awards for films like “The Brutalist,” “Emilia Pérez,” and “Dune: Part Two.”
Media executive Aserie Sibusiso Ndlovu and partner Zodwa Mdhuli’s families to share crucial info in Pretoria. Ndlovu, National Press Club member and Capital Live SA founder, missing since last month. Partner also missing. Gauteng Police searching, appealing for info. Contact Sergeant Lekganyane at 082 768 6433 or nearest police station.
US President Trump announced XRP, SOL, and ADA to be part of a new US crypto reserve, boosting their value by 10% to 35% in market trading. Trump’s executive order aims to make the US the “Crypto Capital of the World,” contrasting with Biden’s regulatory approach. The move aligns Trump with the crypto industry for his 2024 election bid.
Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, calls for world peace in a note from the Vatican. He mentions conflicts in Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Myanmar, Sudan, and Kivu. The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized since mid-February, missing his customary Sunday prayers. He expresses gratitude for well-wishes and support.
Steve Nash, born in apartheid-era South Africa, became a US MVP. His parents moved to Canada to avoid apartheid, where he excelled in sports. Nash identifies as Canadian and returned to South Africa in 2010 as a correspondent for CBS during the World Cup.
City Power in Johannesburg has arrested over 120 people suspected of damaging or stealing electrical infrastructure since June last year. Some of the arrested individuals are utility employees. The entity is addressing an increase in vandalism, particularly in underground tunnels in the CBD, warning that such actions pose a risk to staff.
