Wednesday, 12 August 2026

The Rea Park quadruple murder case was postponed to 25 August, with the 23-year-old suspect facing four murder charges, attempted murder and robbery counts; Hawks say more arrests are still possible.

International relations expert Chloe Maluleke said Trump’s 15-point Gaza plan is faltering because Netanyahu wants full Hamas disarmament and rejects Palestinian statehood, making a lasting ceasefire unlikely.

COSATU backed Parliament’s anti-money laundering bill, saying South Africa cannot afford complacency before the FATF’s October 2027 review and needs stronger enforcement against corruption and organised crime.

Tops and Canvas in East London grew into a business story about more than profit: the owners said they bought the established manufacturing brand for its staff, customer base and legacy, then focused on quality and jobs.

Property investors Olebo Hang and Neo Nong said AI helped them visualise a run-down house’s potential, but real-world budgeting, structural checks and a clear exit strategy still mattered more than the renderings.