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Musa Kekana to take the stand as Cat Matlala trial continues

The high-profile attempted murder trial involving businessman Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala and four co-accused continues in the South Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg today, 15 September 2026, as the defence is expected to call a key witness in a crucial trial-within-a-trial. Accused number one, Musa Kekana, is expected to take the stand and challenge the State’s […]

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Everyone wants a village: The unexamined cost of maintaining community and connection

In an era defined by hyper-individualism, social fragmentation, and rising rates of loneliness, the concept of ‘the village’ has emerged as a central cultural ideal. Modern discourse across wellness platforms, mental health advocacy groups, and social media feeds frequently frames collective living and communal support networks as the ultimate antidote to burnout, isolated parenting, and […]

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Keeping kids safe online: Why cyber awareness matters

The internet has become an important part of childhood. Children use smartphones, social media, online games and educational platforms to learn, communicate and have fun. Also see: The soft parenting of kids: Good, bad, or the new norm? But with these opportunities come risks, making digital awareness and online safety skills essential life skills for […]

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Police intensify investigation after 5th woman’s body found near Kempton Park

A fifth woman’s body has been discovered near Kempton Park, Gauteng, deepening concerns over a series of deaths involving women in the area and prompting police to deploy additional specialised resources. Also see: 4 Men found dead in Gqeberha as investigation gets underway The body was discovered earlier today, 14 September 2026, in Olifantsfontein, a […]

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Police arrest suspect in Mayville following R128,000 Durban drug bust

An intelligence-driven joint operation in Mayville, Durban, has resulted in the arrest of a suspect and the seizure of illegal narcotics valued at approximately R128,135. Also see: Shebeshxt to stand trial in May 2027 as criminal case progresses The targeted raid was carried out by a multi-agency force comprising the Durban Metro Police Service Drug Team, the Economic […]

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4 Men found dead in Gqeberha as investigation gets underway

Eastern Cape police have established an investigation team after four men were found dead with gunshot wounds in G-West, Walmer, Gqeberha. Also see: Gayton McKenzie applauds Leon Schreiber and calls for arrests to be made after recent Chidimma revelations According to Sunday World, the bodies were discovered this past weekend, with the victims believed to […]

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5 Face court after e-hailing driver allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted

Five suspects are expected to appear in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court sometime today,14 September 2026, after a 25-year-old e-hailing driver was allegedly kidnapped, raped and held for ransom in Heathfield, Cape Town. Also see: Shebe Maburna’s new bail application cancelled, court appearance set for Thursday The suspects, two women aged 23 and 34, two men aged 42 […]

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Wills Week: 3 things every South African needs to know about having a will

A will is the one document no one thinks they need – until they do. Too few South Africans ever pause to consider the implications of not having a will in place when they pass away. Also see: Women drive divorce filings as marriages in Mzansi decline According to Mariska Redelinghuys, Employee Benefits and Fiduciary Specialist […]

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Julius Mkhwanazi and co-accused await bail judgment in Mbense murder case

Suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi and his five co-accused are expected to hear the outcome of their bail applications on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, in connection with the murder of businessman Emmanuel Mbense. Also see: Court postpones Julius Mkhwanazi case over alleged R14.9m heist The six accused, Mkhwanazi, Cobus Janse van […]

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Feeling stuck in life? 7 Small changes that can help you reset

Feeling stuck can be frustrating. You may feel as though you’re going through the same routine every day, struggling to stay motivated or wondering whether you’re actually moving forward. Also see: The rise of women choosing a child-free life But getting unstuck doesn’t necessarily mean making a dramatic change. Small, realistic adjustments can help you […]

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5 Books to help you get back into reading

September is National Literacy Month, with International Literacy Day on 8 September 2026 and National Book Week from 5 to 11 September 2026. For book lovers currently in a slump, people who haven’t picked up a book in a while, or those wanting to start reading as a hobby, there are many books you can […]

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Beyond the broadcast: How local subcultures are crossing over into mainstream media

For decades, the trajectory of South African mainstream entertainment followed a top-down model. Broadcasters and commercial media houses served as strict cultural gatekeepers, deciding which accents, musical genres, street movements, and visual styles made it onto national television screens and radio airwaves. Also see: Anele Mdoda opens the door to her love life in new Netflix wedding series Today, […]

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