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At least 78 people have died in floods in Mthatha, with residents demanding an investigation into the disaster. President Ramaphosa visited the area, where bodies were found in Decoligny village. The flooding has caused a water crisis and significant infrastructure damage.
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Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Air India plane crash, miraculously escaped with minor injuries. Former air crash investigator Tony Cable advises him to buy a lottery ticket. Ramesh’s seat near the front of the plane may have contributed to his survival. The cause of his escape was an opening in the fuselage after the crash.
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South African soldiers returning from DRC deployment arrived at Waterkloof Airforce Base in Pretoria, delayed due to technical issues. Defence Minister Angie Motshekga confirmed the delay, initially expected in Bloemfontein.
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Israel conducted a series of airstrikes in Iran, targeting nuclear facilities, military sites, and residences, resulting in the deaths of senior military commanders and civilians, including children. Among the deceased was Mohammad Bagheri, the highest-ranking military officer in Iran, known for his relatively moderate stance and recent calls for peace.
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US military strategy in Africa is shifting under Trump, with aid cuts and a focus on burden sharing. African armies are urged to take on more defense costs amid the threat of jihadist groups expanding towards West African coasts. Gen. Langley warns of the dangers of terrorists gaining access to the Gulf of Guinea for financing their operations.
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Police at OR Tambo International Airport intercepted three drug traffickers, including suspects with drug-filled bullets and khat in luggage. Recent arrests include a Nigerian with 70 drug bullets and a Brazilian with 100 cocaine-filled bullets. In the past six months, over 23 traffickers have been caught at the airport.
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Explosions heard in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem as Iran fires missiles at Israel in retaliation for attacks on Natanz nuclear site. No casualties reported. Israel launches “Operation Rising Lion”. Iran’s Supreme Leader blames Israel for starting war. US President Trump urges Tehran to halt bombing campaign. Explosions reported in Tehran and Fordow nuclear site. Air defenses activated in Tehran and Isfahan.
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South Africa bans deadly pesticide Terbufos following child deaths. Cabinet approves ban on the organophosphate compound used as insecticide and pesticide. Deaths linked to illegal sales for home use. SAHRC lobbied for ban. Details on implementation unclear.
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Andre Naude, accused in a murder plot in Cape Town, associated with suspected criminals who were later assassinated. Despite claiming his security operation was clean, his own murder contradicts this. Naude and his ally Mark Lifman were involved in nightclub security but denied ties to underworld gangs. Naude expressed concerns about rivals targeting him, leading to increased security measures.
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Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu highlighted the need for increased safety measures for South Africans. Despite a decrease in crime during the fourth quarter, more crime-fighting efforts are necessary. New allowances will be introduced to retain skills in high-risk environments, particularly for members of the National Intervention Unit responding to incidents like cash-in-transit armed robberies and ATM bombings.
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