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A 30-year-old man in Mpumalanga, South Africa, confessed to killing his 43-year-old sister during a domestic altercation a year ago. The victim, Sibongile Nkosi, was buried in a shallow grave at their family home. The suspect was arrested, but cannot be named until appearing in court. Femicide cases are tragically common in South Africa.
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The South African rand strengthened to 17.79 against the dollar as a parliamentary committee approved the delayed national budget. The budget’s fiscal framework and revenue proposals received support, boosting confidence in the currency. Chief economist Johann Els predicts further rand appreciation in the short term.
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Memorial service held in Johannesburg for 14-year-old Likhona Fose, murdered and found mutilated in a veld near her home. Mourners gathered to demand justice for the victim of gender-based violence. Joburg Mayor, education officials, and civil society groups showed support at the emotional event.
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Elon Musk boosts engagement on social media platform X amid feud with Trump. Musk posts meme referencing increased user numbers, hints at reconciliation with Trump. Musk also suggests Trump linked to Jeffrey Epstein in unreleased files. Americans react to Trump-Musk feud. Musk’s actions spark interest and controversy.
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Former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, 68, has passed away after receiving treatment in South Africa for an undisclosed illness. Lungu led Zambia for six years until losing the 2021 election. Despite being barred from running again due to term limits, he remained influential in Zambian politics. His daughter confirmed his death in Pretoria, South Africa, expressing grief and invoking national unity.
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KZN police refuse to investigate speculation linking a man housing Olorato Mongale murder suspect to a kidnapping syndicate. The suspect, Philangenkosi Makhanya, was shot dead in Durban. New info suggests the tenant may also be involved. Police await concrete evidence before taking action.
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Kidnappings in Gauteng increased by 15.8% from January to March compared to last year. Police arrested 88 suspects linked to 62 kidnapping cases and rescued 77 victims. Lt-Gen Tommy Mthombeni reported a 10.8% decrease in the murder rate, with arguments and road rage being leading factors. Firearms are commonly used in murders, with a challenge of multiple murders in Gauteng.
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Gauteng Police Commissioner Tommy Mthombeni reported a decrease in sexual offences by 2.1% in the first quarter of 2025. Over 100 sex offenders were arrested, with 102 convictions resulting in 28 life sentences and 900 years of imprisonment. Despite progress, rape cases in the country are still high, emphasizing the need for collaboration between law enforcement and communities to address the issue.
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High-tech plates with QR code, track and trace feature, and tamper-evident security decal unveiled in Gauteng to combat vehicle-related crimes. The plates break apart if tampered with, hindering illicit activities. Each plate will have nine alphanumeric characters identifying the vehicle and expiry year. Rollout to start in six months following recent incidents of cloned number plates.
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A legal dispute over baggage screening services at South African airports has led to the replacement of four critical units at OR Tambo and King Shaka International Airports. The Aviation Co-ordination Services (ACS) took legal action to prevent service breakdown due to aging infrastructure. ACS obtained a court order to replace the equipment, with CEO Duke Phahla emphasizing passenger safety as a priority.
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