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Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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Hosted by Corey with the Story, Johannesburg News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Johannesburg—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes.Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Johannesburg News Today is your daily snapshot of what’s happening across the city.Advertise on DNN: [email protected]
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Syria Abolishes Controversial Terrorism Court | Johannesburg News
Syria’s new parliament has officially abolished the controversial counter-terrorism court — a tribunal established in 2012 that tried thousands on terrorism charges with little oversight, torture, and arbitrary detention. Though the court was already deemed “abolished” in 2025 by presidential...
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Eight Dead, Still No Answers | Johannesburg News
Eight women’s bodies found in Ekurhuleni over two months reignite the urgent crisis of femicide — a grim reality many women have lived with for years. As authorities scramble to link the cases, only two victims are identified, sparking nationwide outrage and exhaustion among survivors who demand...
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After Her Death, Roads Finally Get Fixed | Johannesburg News
When a beloved local runner’s tragic death sparked sudden municipal action, residents in Kempton Park are asking why it took a murder to finally fix potholes and broken streetlights they’ve reported for years. Just days before her funeral, crews rolled in — but many feel the timing is too...
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Thaci Convicted on War Crimes | Johannesburg News
Former Kosovo president Hashim Thaci has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for four war crimes, including murder and torture, in a landmark ruling from The Hague — a verdict that has ignited fierce backlash in Kosovo, where he was once hailed as a national hero. Though Thaci claims innocence…
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Houthi Power Moves in Red Sea | Johannesburg News
The Houthi movement, led by the elusive Abdul Malik al-Houthi, has seized control of Yemen’s Red Sea coast — a strategic move that puts them in command of the vital Bab el-Mandeb Strait and amplifies Iran’s regional influence. Armed with drones and missiles, they’ve escalated from targeting...
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Joburg Water Under Pressure | Johannesburg News
Joburg Water is on high alert as El Niño brings hotter, drier weather — potentially the strongest in memory — threatening South Africa’s already strained water supply. To cope, they’re throttling reservoirs and pump stations, especially in informal settlements, fixing leaks, and boosting pressure...
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ANC Struggles as Court Bars Candidates | Johannesburg News
The Electoral Court has dealt a major blow to the ANC, stripping them of their candidate lists in four key municipalities—including Ngquza Hill and Port St Johns in the Eastern Cape—due to missed deadlines. The ruling affects 181 candidates, with 130 being proportional representation picks and 51...
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Ukraine's War Budget Crisis Deepens | Johannesburg News
Ukraine is set to unveil a record-breaking defense budget for 2027 as the war’s daily cost surges to $190 million — up from $116 million in 2022 — forcing Kyiv to urgently seek over $52 billion in international aid. With only $20 billion pledged so far, Ukraine is eyeing frozen Russian assets…
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Tshepisong’s Power Crisis Exposed | Johannesburg News
City Power just shut down dangerous, illegal electrical hookups in Tshepisong—bare wires, tangled cables, and overloaded transformers posing fire and electrocution risks. This cleanup follows community complaints and a recent meeting where residents voiced frustration over blackouts and…
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South Sudan Elections Under Fire | Johannesburg News
South Sudan’s president just pulled a major move—ousting the head of the electoral commission just three months before the country’s first election. The 71-year-old former chair, Abednego Akok Kacuol, was removed without explanation and replaced by Gabriel Bol Deng Majok, his former deputy. This...
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Haleon Capitalizes on Weight Loss Drug Side Effects | Johannesburg News
Wegovy and Zepbound are hot, but their side effects? Nausea, constipation—ugh. Enter Haleon, the Advil/Tums giant, who’s smartly placing stomach relief and pain meds right beside these weight-loss drugs in stores—even creating special display zones. It’s working: sales jumped 24% per store as…
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Belarus Releases 25 in U.S. Deal | Johannesburg News
Belarus just freed 25 political prisoners in a major U.S. deal — including a jailed journalist and his wife, plus the head of a shuttered news outlet — in exchange for lifting sanctions on two Belarusian companies. This isn’t the first time the two sides have struck such deals, but officials say...
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Venezuela’s Fragile Human Rights Gains | Johannesburg News
Venezuela’s human rights situation shows fragile progress since Maduro’s arrest, with fewer detentions and more political freedoms—but the core repressive machinery remains intact, laws still criminalizing dissent, colectivos still active, and over 300 detainees unaccounted for, as UN…
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ANC Crisis as Election Race Heats Up | Johannesburg News
Record-breaking election turnout looms as over 136,000 candidates vie for local seats — a 30% surge since last time. The ANC faces a major crisis after losing its late candidate appeal, risking empty ballots in 18 municipalities. With online submissions dominating and frantic last-minute fixes…
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US Targets SA Politicians Over Land Policies | Johannesburg News
The U.S. is cracking down on South African politicians by restricting visas for those involved in land seizures without compensation or policies discriminating against Afrikaners, signaling serious diplomatic frustration. Senator Rubio frames it as a response to stalled progress on minority…
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A Community Honors a Runner's Legacy | Johannesburg News
A beloved runner tragically murdered, her eight-year-old daughter is being lifted by a community that’s raised over 108,000 rand to secure her future education — a powerful tribute to a life cut short. As authorities investigate a chilling pattern of eight women’s deaths in Ekurhuleni, the public...
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US Visa Crackdown Sparks South African Pushback | Johannesburg News
The U.S. is imposing visa restrictions on South Africans allegedly tied to land policies and race-based discrimination, sparking a fierce diplomatic backlash from Pretoria. South African officials argue Washington misreads their domestic efforts to heal apartheid’s wounds — laws like the Hate...
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South Africa’s Election Surge | Johannesburg News
South Africa’s local elections are heating up with over 136,000 candidates certified — a massive leap from 95,000 in 2021 — after 5,000 were disqualified for procedural issues. Voters will choose from more than 10,000 seats, with nearly 100,000 running for ward positions and 38,000 vying for...
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South Africa’s Election Surge | Johannesburg News
South Africa’s local elections are heating up with over 136,000 candidates certified — a massive leap from 95,000 in 2021 — after 5,000 were disqualified for procedural issues. Voters will choose from more than 10,000 seats, with nearly 100,000 running for ward positions and 38,000 vying for...
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Beaufort West’s Infrastructure Collapse | Johannesburg News
Beaufort West is crumbling under its own mismanagement—aging water pipes, potholed roads, and vanished streetlights are just the tip of the iceberg. Residents fix their own broken utilities while the municipality, plagued by political chaos and decade-long neglect, can’t even respond to basic...
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SABC Presenter Found Dead After Hijacking | Johannesburg News
A former SABC sports presenter and music rights advocate, Owen Ndlovu, was found dead after being abducted days earlier while picking up his wife from church. The hijacking occurred at night when armed men forced him into his Ford Raptor, which was later abandoned. His body, showing gunshot…
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Canada Eyes EU Associate Membership | Johannesburg News
The EU is eyeing a historic leap in its ties with Canada, with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposing Canada as the first “associate member” — a bold step toward deeper cooperation in tech, defense, energy, and AI. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Brussels signals serious...
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Judge Rules on Hospital Records in High-Stakes Trial | Johannesburg News
In a major courtroom twist, Judge Moosa sides with the prosecution in allowing hospital records from Musa Kekana to be used to challenge his credibility—not to prove guilt, but to expose contradictions in his story. The defense had objected, calling the records hearsay since the doctor wasn’t...
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EU Plans to Shield Kids Online | Johannesburg News
The EU is set to ban kids under 13 from all social media platforms across its 27 member states and introduce supervised “mini accounts” for teens 13–15, sparking global debate on digital safety, algorithmic responsibility, and tech regulation as it challenges big tech’s dominance. Listen in...
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Owen Ndlovu Kidnapped and Found Dead | Johannesburg News
Former SABC Sports presenter Owen Ndlovu was tragically killed in a brazen kidnapping and hijacking outside Katlehong, while en route to pick up his wife from church. Armed men forced him into his own Ford Raptor, which was later abandoned in Walkerville — a chilling crime that’s sent shockwaves...
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Santaco Faces Femicide Crisis | Johannesburg News
Santaco, the South African National Taxi Council, is sounding the alarm over the horrific discovery of eight women’s bodies in Gauteng, calling it a national scourge and a stark reminder of the deep-rooted crisis of gender-based violence. Despite just launching a national awareness campaign,...
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Drone Strikes Disrupt Ukraine’s Rail Network | Johannesburg News
A Russian drone strike on a Ukrainian passenger bus kills five and injures seven, sparking fury from President Zelensky who calls it an “atrocity” amid escalating attacks on civilian transport. Ukraine reports over 500 locomotives destroyed since the war began, demanding international help to...
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Cleaning Up Justice Starts From Within | Johannesburg News
Cleaning up the justice system isn’t just about chasing corrupt cops and judges—it’s about fixing the broken systems that let them stay in power. Expert Laura Pop reveals how internal investigations often become part of the problem, dragging on for years while crooked officials cover their…
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Orange Alert: Heavy Rain Threatens KZN | Johannesburg News
South Africa’s weather service has escalated alerts to orange Level Six for parts of KwaZulu-Natal, warning of potentially catastrophic rainfall between Thursday and Friday night—with some areas expecting 50 to 150mm. A clash of high and low-pressure systems plus upper-air disturbances is fueling...
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Gauteng Moves on Debt, Safety, and Rail | Johannesburg News
Gauteng is making bold moves to tackle its e-toll debt, clearing more than half of the R20 billion owed, while top government officials have completed their lifestyle audits under Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s sweeping reforms. The province is also accelerating Gautrain expansion with approved routes…
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Ekurhuleni Land Scandal Exposed | Johannesburg News
Ekurhuleni’s municipal land vanished in a $60 million heist orchestrated by a rogue property agent and a law firm not on the city’s approved list—221 vacant stands illegally transferred between 2018 and 2022, sold at fractions of their true value, then flipped for profit while the city reaped…
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Duterte Faces ICC Trial Amid Drug War Allegations | Johannesburg News
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte made his first court appearance at the International Criminal Court, facing charges tied to his brutal war on drugs that allegedly killed tens of thousands. At 81, his age is fueling pressure for a swift trial set to begin in November, as prosecutors…
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Sergeant Kareli Remembered | Johannesburg News
Sergeant Mahlomo Kareli, the beloved spokesperson for SAPS in the Free State and a 18-year veteran of the force, has passed away due to ill health. Known for his trusted voice bridging police, media, and communities, Kareli’s legacy lives on as colleagues and residents mourn his loss. A memorial...
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Jessica Williams Joins Copenhagen | Johannesburg News
Banyana Banyana’s rising star Jessica Williams has officially joined top Danish club Copenhagen on a one-year deal, marking a bold new chapter for the 26-year-old goalkeeper who rose from Cape Town’s boys’ soccer fields to global recognition. Once a midfielder, she switched positions after an...
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274 Asylum Seekers Relocated to Lindela | Johannesburg News
Two hundred seventy-four asylum seekers and refugees — mostly from Congo and Burundi — were relocated from Durban to the Lindela Repatriation Centre in Krugersdorp after agreeing to the move following negotiations with advocacy groups. Four initially consented individuals changed their minds, and...
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Sudan Gold Mine Collapse Kills 67 | Johannesburg News
A gold mine collapse in Sudan’s al-Zara kills at least 67, with rescue efforts stalled by lack of heavy machinery and ongoing conflict. This isn’t the first disaster—similar tragedies claimed dozens in 2021 and 2023. With safety standards dangerously low and access hampered by war, the toll could...
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Ekurhuleni Land Scandal Exposed | Johannesburg News
The SIU has uncovered a massive land scandal in Ekurhuleni, where R58 million worth of municipal land was illegally transferred to private owners between 2018 and 2022 — without council approval or revenue for the municipality. The shady deals, centered on vacant stands in Villa Liza, involved...
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Kempton Park Killings Spark National Outcry | Johannesburg News
Gauteng authorities are racing to solve a chilling wave of femicide, with eight women—mostly in their late 20s and 30s—found dead across the East Rand, sparking national outrage and a declared crisis by the acting police minister. Bodies discovered near Olifantsfontein and Thembisa Mall show…
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Abandoned Baby Found, Community Steps In | Johannesburg News
A newborn girl, found abandoned in Cape Town’s Eerste River with her umbilical cord still attached, is now receiving critical care — and a wave of community love. Project Rahmah sprang into action, rallying mothers’ groups and donors to flood the NICU with essentials while Zaakirah Mohamed...
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Itumeleng Kekana’s Tragic Disappearance | Johannesburg News
A mother’s tragic disappearance and brutal murder has shattered a family and ignited a community-wide outcry. Itumeleng Kekana, 32, vanished on July 17 after a birthday call to her brother — a stark contrast to her usual constant contact. Seventeen days of frantic searches ended in horror when…
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Trump Backs Whatley in NC Senate Race | Johannesburg News
Trump’s making his first major campaign stop in North Carolina to rally behind Senate hopeful Michael Whatley, turning the race into a referendum on his presidency—even though he’s not on the ballot. With Whatley trailing former Governor Roy Cooper and facing economic headwinds like soaring gas...
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ANC Challenges Blocked as IEC Finalizes Local Elections | Johannesburg News
The IEC is finalizing the candidate list for South Africa’s local government elections on November 4, after a major legal setback for the ANC—whose challenge to 181 candidates was rejected by the Electoral Court, stripping them of spots in Ingquza Hill and Port St Johns. The ANC plans to appeal,...
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Seven Women Dead in Ekurhuleni | Johannesburg News
Seven women, including 32-year-old mother Itumeleng Kekana, have died in Ekurhuleni as authorities race to solve what may be a serial killer case — her body found 17 days after she vanished. Families grieve while the community rallies for support, amid heavy rains and flooding in KwaZulu-Natal...
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Twenty-Eight Dead in Two Brutal Crashes | Johannesburg News
Twenty-eight lives lost in two horrific crashes this week—21 on the N1 between Leeu Gamka and Prince Albert, and 8 on the N17 in Mpumalanga—have shattered recent progress in South Africa’s road safety efforts. Officials from Santaco and the Road Accident Fund are mourning the victims and…
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US Imposes Visa Bans on South Africa | Johannesburg News
The U.S. has imposed sweeping new visa restrictions on South African officials, targeting those accused of race-based discrimination and land seizures — a move Secretary Marco Rubio says is just the beginning of America’s firm stance. As tensions escalate, analysts warn it signals a historic low…
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US Targets South Africa’s Land Reform Leaders | Johannesburg News
The U.S. is targeting specific South Africans with new visa restrictions, citing concerns over land reform policies, racial discrimination, and incitement of violence — but South Africa insists its measures are essential to redressing apartheid-era injustices, while Washington pushes for direct...
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Kempton Park Murders Spark National Outcry | Johannesburg News
A chilling wave of femicide has shaken Kempton Park, with the discovery of Elizabeth Moselakgomo’s body adding to a growing list of murdered women—sparking national alarm and a call for urgent action. Social Development Minister Dina Pule visited the grieving family, vowing to protect women’s...
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Pirates Streak vs Durban City | Johannesburg News
Orlando Pirates are on an unstoppable 24-game unbeaten run, sitting second in the league with seven points behind leaders and three games in hand. Their recent CAF Champions League heroics — a dramatic 3-1 comeback against La Cure Waves — have secured their place in the next preliminary round,...
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South Africa’s New HIV Prevention Shot | Johannesburg News
South Africa just dropped LEN — a game-changing HIV prevention shot that’s already blowing up nationwide. People are showing up at clinics asking for it by name, even if they don’t know their regular meds. With just two shots every six months, it’s the ultimate convenience upgrade. Available at...
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KwaZulu-Natal Flood Alert Activated | Johannesburg News
eThekwini’s emergency crews are on high alert as a Level Four rainfall warning hits the metro and southern KwaZulu-Natal — triggered by a dangerous mix of weather systems. The alert, active from midnight Thursday, September 17th to Friday, September 18th, has activated the Disaster Management...
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