The Kaya Countdown

Saturday, 3 October 2026

The countdown blended a shifting top 30 with breaking reports on murdered Pretoria twins, Gauteng’s GBV response, border corruption dismissals and a tribute to Babsim Langeni.

1. 10:02

   Fourteen-year-old twins were found stabbed to death in a Mamelodi West bedroom after their mother returned from work; police said no arrests had been made and investigations continued.

2. 11:01

   Gauteng will strengthen 10 police stations with the highest rape caseloads, adding 56 social workers and more than 1,000 GBV brigade members while assessing shelter support.

3. 09:00

   The Border Management Authority dismissed 17 officials after handling 57 disciplinary cases in the last quarter; 33 cases remained in progress and 42 Home Affairs misconduct cases were finalised.

4. 10:04

   The show remembered blind Sowetan-born musician Babsim Langeni, who died aged 83, highlighting signature songs including “Sala Ema” and his influence on younger artists.

5. 11:55

   Lampa, featuring Chihuala, reached number one with “Adam Ported Base”, while Obuyong, Yellow Phonic and Jayden Daniels rose to number two.

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