🚨 RUSTENBURG SEWAGE CRISIS: HEX RIVER PUMP STATION EXPECTED TO RESUME OPERATIONS NEXT WEEK Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation Dr Jack Bloom has conducted an oversight visit to the Hex River pump station in Rustenburg to assess progress on sewage pollution control and wastewater infrastructure rehabilitation. The visit follows recurring sewage overflows that have raised concerns about pollution in the Hex River and its downstream impact on Bospoort Dam. Dr Bloom indicated that the pump station is expected to be operational next week. He also highlighted measures to prevent vandalism and urged communities to help protect rivers and clean water sources by preventing water pollution. #Rustenburg #HexRiver #BospoortDam #WaterAndSanitation #SewagePollution #WastewaterInfrastructure #WaterCrisis #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898

🚨 DA RUSTENBURG CANDIDATE PROMISES FOCUS ON BASIC SERVICES AHEAD OF LOCAL ELECTIONS Democratic Alliance (DA) Rustenburg Local Municipality councillor candidate Luan Snyders says the party is committed to restoring dignity to residents through improved access to basic services ahead of the local government elections on 4 November. Snyders says the party has been engaging with communities over recent months to understand residents’ needs and service delivery challenges. The DA’s manifesto prioritises essential services, including water, housing and electricity, alongside efforts to maintain a clean and healthy environment. The party says these commitments aim to improve living conditions and ensure communities receive the basic services they are entitled to. #Rustenburg #DA #LuanSnyders #LocalGovernmentElections #ServiceDelivery #Water #Housing #Electricity #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898

🚨 LENASIA PROTEST: POLICE FIRE RUBBER BULLETS AS RESIDENTS DEMAND WATER AND ELECTRICITY Police have fired rubber bullets and made arrests during a protest at Nana’s Farm informal settlement in Lenasia this morning, after residents blocked the N12 highway to demand access to water and electricity. The protest highlights ongoing concerns over access to essential services in the community. Resident Pulane Mofokeng has shared how the lack of water is affecting residents’ daily lives. The situation has drawn attention to the community’s demands for improved service delivery and reliable access to basic necessities. @silver_sibiya #NanasFarm #Lenasia #N12 #Protest #WaterCrisis #Electricity #ServiceDelivery #SouthAfricaNews #CommunityVoices #BreakingNews @YOUFM898

🚨 Over 500 Infected as Water Contamination Triggers Gastrointestinal Illness in South Africa Deputy President Paul Mashatile is briefing the media at Bronkhorstspruit District Hospital, where scores of people are receiving treatment for gastrointestinal illness linked to contamination at water treatment plants. More than 500 infections have been confirmed, raising concerns about the impact of the contaminated water on affected communities. Authorities have reported no fatalities so far. The briefing is expected to provide further information on the situation and the response to the outbreak as patients continue receiving medical care. @ThisKg #PaulMashatile #Bronkhorstspruit #WaterContamination #GastrointestinalIllness #WaterCrisis #SouthAfricaNews #PublicHealth #WaterSafety #BreakingNews #HealthUpdate @YOUFM898

🚨 SANDF Soldiers Deployed to KwaZulu-Natal Amid Durban Protests President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorised the deployment of 510 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members to KwaZulu-Natal to support police during anti-immigration protests. The deployment, under Operation Prosper, will continue until 30 November 2026 and is expected to cost R34 million. Ramaphosa said misinformation surrounding a court judgment contributed to violence during the protests, adding that soldiers would remain on standby for potential flare-ups. The deployment follows a deadly period of unrest in Durban, where one person was reportedly killed during protests. Authorities continue monitoring the situation. #SANDF #CyrilRamaphosa #DurbanProtests #KwaZuluNatal #OperationProsper #SouthAfricaNews #AntiImmigrationProtests #DurbanNews #PublicSafety #BreakingNews @YOUFM898

🚨 N12 Lenasia Reopening After Nana’s Farm Protest The N12 freeway near Lenasia is in the final stages of reopening following Monday morning’s protest near Nana’s Farm over ongoing service delivery concerns. Residents have raised concerns about inadequate access to basic services, including water and electricity. The demonstration also disrupted Klipspruit Valley Road (K43) and Abubakar Asvat Drive, where roads were blocked with rocks, debris and burnt obstructions. The JMPD and SAPS remain on the scene as clean-up operations continue. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously and expect possible delays on the R554 and Golden Highway. @silver_sibiya #N12 #Lenasia #NanasFarm #LenasiaProtest #JohannesburgTraffic #RoadClosure #JMPD #ServiceDelivery #SouthAfricaNews #TrafficUpdate #BreakingNews #GautengTraffic @YOUFM898

🚨 DJ SUMBODY MURDER TRIAL UNDERWAY The long-awaited trial over the 2022 killing of musician DJ Sumbody has begun at the Johannesburg High Court. Businessman Katiso “KT” Molefe and three co-accused face 35 charges linked to the murder of Oupa Sefoka and his two bodyguards in Woodmead. Prosecutors allege Molefe orchestrated the killings, while forensic evidence reportedly links firearms to other high-profile murders. Molefe remains out on R400,000 bail as the proceedings get underway. The case could shed further light on allegations of organised crime in South Africa. #DJSumbody #BreakingNews #KatisoMolefe #SouthAfricaNews #CrimeNews #CourtNews #Johannesburg #TrendingNews @YOUFM898

🚨South African law enforcement agencies have seized approximately 250 kilograms of cocaine worth more than R200 million at OR Tambo International Airport in Kempton Park, Johannesburg. According to SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, a multidisciplinary team comprising the South African Police Service (SAPS), SARS Customs and the Border Management Authority intercepted five luggage bags containing 216 blocks of cocaine. SAPS National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola commended the team for its vigilance and professionalism. The operation forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen border security, disrupt organised crime networks and combat drug trafficking. #SAPS #ORTamboAirport #CocaineSeizure #SouthAfrica #DrugTrafficking #BorderSecurity #CrimePrevention #OrganisedCrime #LawEnforcement #Johannesburg @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/south-african…

ANC in Johannesburg are bringing professionals, business leaders and academics together to promote collaboration, innovation and sustainable economic development. #Johannesburg #CityHall #BusinessLeadership #Academics #EconomicDevelopment #StakeholderEngagement #SouthAfrica @YOUFM898 watch live: xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1pKdRDZnd…

The City of Tshwane has lifted the boil-water advisory affecting Pretoria CBD and surrounding areas supplied by the Findlay Reservoir. The decision follows laboratory results confirming that the water meets the required quality standards, with no E. coli or total coliform bacteria detected in the latest tests. Residents in the affected areas can now resume normal use of tap water without boiling it first. The advisory was issued on Thursday following the detection of microbial contamination linked to groundwater from the Fountain Springs. #CityOfTshwane #Pretoria #WaterSafety #BoilWaterAdvisory #FindlayReservoir #WaterQuality #PretoriaNews #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/tshwane-assur…

The ANC is holding a community meeting at General Gizenga Mpanza Hospital in KwaDukuza, KwaZulu-Natal, engaging with community members on local issues and service delivery. #ANC #KwaDukuza #KwaZuluNatal #CommunityMeeting #ServiceDelivery @YOUFM898 watch live xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1AxRnZDod…

🚨 FOUR ARRESTED IN NORTH WEST DRUG LAB RAID Police have dismantled a suspected clandestine drug laboratory in Ramokokastad Village, near Mogwase, arresting four suspects aged between 19 and 71. The raid, conducted on Friday uncovered equipment, chemicals and 20 bags of suspected drug material. Police believe the premises may have been used to manufacture Mandrax and crystal methamphetamine. A fifth suspect fled the scene, prompting a manhunt. The arrested suspects are expected to appear in Mogwase Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 26 October. #NorthWest #DrugBust #Mogwase #Ramokokastad #CrimeNews #DrugTrafficking #SouthAfricaNews #PoliceOperation #BreakingNews @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/north-west-po…

🚨 A search of suspended Sergeant Fannie Nkosi’s Pretoria home reportedly uncovered six original police dockets, state-owned ammunition, a stun grenade and more than R52,000 in cash. The discoveries come as Nkosi faces serious misconduct charges, including theft, fraud, defeating the ends of justice, unlawful possession of explosives and multiple counts of failing to safeguard firearms and ammunition. Police have confirmed that Nkosi has resigned from the South African Police Service (SAPS). His departure comes amid mounting scrutiny over the allegations against him. #FannieNkosi #SAPS #PoliceRaid #PoliceMisconduct #SouthAfricaNews #CrimeNews #PoliceAccountability @YOUFM898

🚨 Tshwane Mayor Orders Probe into Bronkhorstspruit Water Crisis Tshwane Mayor Nasiphi Moya has commissioned an independent investigation into negligence that left the Bronkhorstspruit Wastewater Treatment Plant without chlorination for three weeks, resulting in contaminated water being supplied to households. Moya pledged full co-operation with investigations and criminal charges against the city. Meanwhile, the South African Human Rights Commission has urged Tshwane to keep residents informed and ensure access to safe, reliable drinking water. #Bronkhorstspruit #Tshwane #NasiphiMoya #WaterCrisis #CleanDrinkingWater #PublicHealth #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898

🚨 Six Killed in R61 Crash in Eastern Cape Six people, all women, have died in a horrific head-on collision between a truck and a minibus on the R61 near Xamdeboo, formerly known as Aberdeen, in the Eastern Cape. Six others sustained serious injuries, while another person was injured when two cars collided with the wreckage. Authorities say the minibus was reportedly travelling from the Western Cape to the Eastern Cape. The cause of the accident remains unknown, although driver fatigue has not been ruled out. #BreakingNews #EasternCape #RoadAccident #SouthAfricaNews #R61 #RoadSafety #LatestNews @YOUFM898

🚨 Partially Decomposed Body of 25-Year-Old Man Found Behind Ceiling in Kwa-Thema The partially decomposed body of a 25-year-old man has been recovered from a space between the ceiling and metal roof tiles of a house in Moeketsane Street, Kwa-Thema, Springs. The City of Ekurhuleni’s Disaster and Emergency Management Services (DEMS) said rescue teams from Brakpan and Kwa-Thema fire stations retrieved the body on Friday after neighbours reported an unusual smell. The man is suspected to have been electrocuted, as side-cutting pliers and a section of damaged electrical cable were reportedly found nearby. However, the circumstances surrounding his death remain unconfirmed. @silver_sibiya #KwaThema #SpringsNews #Ekurhuleni #SouthAfricaNews #BreakingNews #SAPS #DEMS #CrimeNews @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/partially-dec…

📰 Loan Sharks Accused of Withholding IDs, Raising Concerns Over Voting Rights in North West Kim Medupi, a permanent delegate to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) representing the North West province, has raised concerns about loan sharks allegedly withholding people's identity documents, potentially preventing them from exercising their right to vote in the upcoming local government elections. Medupi warned that the practice is widespread in the North West, where individuals who borrow money from informal lenders, commonly known as mashonisas, may find themselves unable to access their identity documents. She cautioned that unless urgent action is taken, affected residents could be prevented from participating in the democratic process because of their financial obligations to these lenders. Medupi made the remarks as part of a parliamentary delegation that visited the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) headquarters on Friday to assess the commission's preparedness for the upcoming local government elections. The delegation comprised members of three parliamentary portfolio committees responsible for Home Affairs, Cooperative Governance, and Safety and Justice. @ThisKg #KimMedupi #NorthWest #LoanSharks #Mashonisas #VotingRights #SouthAfricaNews #LocalGovernmentElections #IEC #ElectionReadiness #VoterRights #NCOP #Democracy #BreakingNews @YOUFM898

🔴 North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi led Phase Six of the Thuntsha Lerole Accelerated Service Delivery Programme in Klipdrift, Potchefstroom, bringing government services closer to residents. During the engagement, community members raised concerns about unemployment, access to essential services and land allocation. Discussions also highlighted road infrastructure improvements and initiatives to support local farmers, including Nguni cattle breeding. The programme aims to address community needs, strengthen rural development and promote sustainable livelihoods through improved service delivery and support for local economic activities. #LazarusMokgosi #ThuntshaLerole #Klipdrift #Potchefstroom #NorthWestProvince #ServiceDelivery #RuralDevelopment #Unemployment #LandAllocation #NguniCattle #Agriculture #LocalFarmers #CommunityDevelopment #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898

🔴 RAMOKOKASTAD CLINIC HANDED OVER AS YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT CONCERNS PERSIST Gomolemo Matlape has welcomed yesterday’s official handover of the Ramokokastad Clinic, an initiative aimed at improving access to healthcare services through Northam Platinum’s Social and Labour Plan. However, Matlape has raised concerns about the challenges facing young people in the area, particularly high unemployment and substance abuse, which contribute to social problems, including crime. He is appealing to government to prioritise youth development through meaningful interventions, sustainable job opportunities and support programmes to address substance abuse. #RamokokastadClinic #GomolemoMatlape #NorthamPlatinum #YouthUnemployment #JobCreation #SubstanceAbuse #YouthDevelopment #HealthcareAccess #SocialAndLabourPlan #CommunityNews #SouthAfricaNews #EconomicDevelopment @YOUFM898

🔴 KLIPDRIFT RESIDENTS CALL FOR JOB OPPORTUNITIES AS UNEMPLOYMENT PERSISTS Community members in Klipdrift say unemployment remains a major concern, leaving many residents struggling to access essential services and meet their daily needs. They say creating employment opportunities is crucial to building a more stable and economically secure community. #Klipdrift #Unemployment #JobCreation #EmploymentOpportunities #CommunityNews #PovertyAlleviation #EconomicDevelopment #YouthUnemployment #SouthAfricaNews #LocalNews #Livelihoods #Jobs @YOUFM898