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🚨 Two people have been shot dead and three others wounded in separate shooting incidents in Hanover Park, Cape Town, on Saturday morning. According to SAPS spokesperson Wesley Twigg, a 46-year-old man was fatally shot in John Vlei Walk, while a 19-year-old man was killed in a separate attack in Surran Road. Three other victims sustained gunshot wounds and were rushed to nearby hospitals. Police believe the shootings are gang-related. SAPS and other law enforcement agencies have been deployed to the area. #HanoverPark #CapeTownNews #GangViolence #SAPS #BreakingNews #SouthAfricaNews #CrimeNews #WesternCape @YOUFM898

🗳️ The Day That Was: Ramaphosa, Malema and Hill-Lewis Make Final Election Push! South Africa’s political leaders have taken their campaigns to voters ahead of Wednesday’s local government elections. ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa promised tougher accountability for councillors during the party’s rally in Polokwane, saying they would have 100 days to show progress on service delivery. EFF leader Julius Malema urged voters not to support the DA, accusing it of neglecting poor communities. Meanwhile, DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis called on voters in Mamelodi to end what he described as ANC governance chaos, urging them to back the DA. #Election2026 #ANC #EFF #DA #Ramaphosa #Malema #HillLewis #SouthAfricaVotes #LocalGovernmentElections #ServiceDelivery @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/the-day-that-…

Orlando Pirates have beaten arch-rivals Kaizer Chiefs 2-1 at FNB Stadium to move to the top of the Betway Premiership table. Yanela Mbuthuma opened the scoring for the Buccaneers before Pule Mmodi restored parity for Amakhosi. However, Tshepang Moremi struck the decisive goal to seal all three points for Pirates. The victory marks Chiefs’ first league defeat of the 2026/27 season under coach Fernando Da Cruz, while Pirates celebrate their eighth win in nine matches. #SowetoDerby #OrlandoPirates #KaizerChiefs #BetwayPremiership #TshepangMoremi #YanelaMbuthuma #PuleMmodi #AbdeslamOuaddou #FNBStadium #SouthAfricanFootball #PSL #FootballNews @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/orlando-pirat…

🚨 SOWETO DERBY ERUPTS! PIRATES AND CHIEFS LEVEL The highly anticipated Soweto Derby is delivering drama at FNB Stadium, with Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs locked at 1-1 at the break. Pirates struck first through Yanela Mbuthuma in the 24th minute, with his effort taking a deflection off Thabo Moloisane before finding the net. Chiefs hit back in the 30th minute after Sipho Chaine spilled Mfundo Vilakazi’s cross, allowing Pule Mmodi to pounce and level the score. The first half also produced yellow cards and several heated exchanges. Both sides now have another 45 minutes to settle the score! #SowetoDerby #OrlandoPirates #KaizerChiefs #PiratesVsChiefs #Mbuthuma #PuleMmodi #FNBStadium #PSL #SouthAfricanFootball #DerbyDay #Newsnote @YOUFM898

ANC Holds Limpopo Provincial Rally at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. #ANCRally #ANCLimpopo #ANC #PeterMokabaStadium #Polokwane #LimpopoPolitics #LGE2026 #LocalGovernmentElections2026 #SouthAfricaPolitics #ANC2026 #ElectionCampaign #LimpopoNews #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898 watch live: nitter.cf/i/broadcasts/2brkOnodX…

🚨 EFF Supporters Trickle Into Orlando Stadium Ahead of Malema’s Address Orlando Stadium remains relatively empty, but EFF supporters continue to make their way into the venue for the party’s Tshela Thupa Rally in Soweto. All eyes are on EFF leader Julius Malema, who is expected to deliver the keynote address as the party makes its final campaign push ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. #EFF #JuliusMalema #TshelaThupaRally #EFFRally #OrlandoStadium #Soweto #LGE2026 #LocalGovernmentElections2026 #SouthAfricaPolitics #Newsnote @silver_sibiya @YOUFM898

🚨 DA TARGETS GAUTENG METRO TAKEOVER AS MALATSI WARNS AGAINST UNSTABLE COALITIONS! The DA is making a major push for outright victories in Gauteng’s biggest metros ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Deputy Federal Chair Solly Malatsi says the party wants to secure majorities in Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane, arguing that unstable coalitions have undermined local government. Malatsi admits coalitions may still be necessary but says the DA would prefer fewer partners to ensure greater stability. He also expressed confidence that the party could emerge as the largest in all three metros, potentially strengthening its position in coalition negotiations. #DA #SollyMalatsi #LGE2026 #LocalGovernmentElections #Johannesburg #Ekurhuleni #Tshwane #GautengPolitics #CoalitionGovernment #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898

🚨 EFF MAKES FINAL PUSH AS THOUSANDS HEAD TO ORLANDO STADIUM! The EFF is holding its high-stakes Tshela Thupa rally at Orlando Stadium in Soweto today, making its final bid to win support ahead of next Wednesday’s hotly contested 2026 Local Government Elections. Supporters are still trickling into the stadium, with proceedings expected to get underway at midday. The rally marks a major campaign moment for the party as the election countdown enters its final stretch. @silver_sibiya #EFF #TshelaThupaRally #EFFRally #LGE2026 #LocalGovernmentElections2026 #OrlandoStadium #Soweto #GautengPolitics #Newsnote @YOUFM898 watch live: nitter.cf/i/broadcasts/2lgkQlgPz…

🚨 COURT CRACKS DOWN ON PROTESTS! The Durban High Court has imposed strict conditions on the group’s protests, restricting demonstrations to between 9am and 4pm. The interim order also prohibits protesters from carrying weapons or covering their faces. The government approached the court over allegations of violence, intimidation and looting linked to the group’s demonstrations in Durban. However, Judge Peter Olsen stressed that the ruling does not establish wrongdoing by March and March or its leaders. The allegations will be considered when the case returns to court on 18 January 2027. March and March has distanced itself from the alleged violence. #MarchAndMarch #DurbanHighCourt #JacintaNgobeseZuma #DurbanProtests #KZNNews #SouthAfricaNews #CourtRuling #ProtestRestrictions @YOUFM898

🚨🚨 A wave of deadly taxi violence has triggered travel chaos at Cape Town International Airport, leaving passengers stranded in lengthy queues as severe staff shortages crippled security screening operations. Reports indicate that almost half of airport employees could not get to work because of transport disruptions, putting immense pressure on airport operations. Although services are gradually recovering, frustrated travellers are demanding answers, with some questioning why backup staff were not available. Others have praised employees for doing their best under difficult circumstances. ACSA says it is working to prevent a repeat. #CapeTownAirport #TaxiViolence #FlightDelays #ACSA #CapeTownNews #SouthAfricaNews #AirportChaos #TravelDisruption @YOUFM898

🚨 LUXURY CAR HUNT INTENSIFIES IN R900 MILLION TEMBISA HOSPITAL CORRUPTION SCANDAL! The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is turning up the heat in its investigation into the alleged R900 million Tembisa Hospital looting scandal, as eight luxury vehicles remain outstanding. The missing fleet includes four Ferraris, three Porsches and a Bentley allegedly linked to the so-called Maumela Syndicate. A whistle-blower tip-off led investigators to a Midrand property where a Bentley was reportedly hidden. However, the vehicle had already been moved before the raid. The SIU says the hunt continues as authorities pursue asset recovery and accountability. #TembisaHospitalScandal #SIU #HangwaniMaumela #Corruption #SouthAfricaNews #LuxuryCars #Ferrari #Porsche #Bentley #AntiCorruption #BreakingNews #PublicFunds @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/siu-relentles…

⚽ A New Era for South African Football! 🇿🇦 The partnership between RBS and LALIGA Academy is creating exciting opportunities for young South African footballers to showcase their talent and develop their skills. Speaking to Newsnote during the official launch of the RBS and LALIGA Academy partnership in Randburg, José Ángel García Ruiz, Technical Senior Specialist: Development International Projects at LALIGA, highlighted how football trials will help identify, nurture and develop promising young players in South Africa. The initiative aims to give emerging football talent access to international expertise, professional development opportunities and a pathway to a brighter future in the beautiful game. Could this partnership help shape the next generation of South African football stars? 🇿🇦⚽ #LALIGA #RBS #LALIGAAcademy #SouthAfricanFootball #FootballDevelopment #YouthFootball #FootballTrials #SoccerDevelopment #YoungFootballers #FootballTalent #SouthAfricaSports #FootballAcademy #GrassrootsFootball #FutureStars #Newsnote @YOUFM898 @silver_sibiya

Royal Bafokeng Sports (RBS) Sport Manager Eugene Thipe has urged young footballers to work hard, remain dedicated and aspire to become the next generation of football superstars. Thipe was speaking to Newsnote during the launch of a partnership between RBS and LaLiga Academy, held today. #RoyalBafokengSports #LaLigaAcademy #YouthFootball #FootballDevelopment #SouthAfricanFootball #GrassrootsFootball #FootballTalent #FutureStars #SportsDevelopment #FootballNews #Newsnote @YOUFM

🏠 DUBE HOSTEL HOUSING HANDOVER SPARKS ELECTION CONTROVERSY! Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has hit back at critics questioning the timing of the handover of 48 BNG houses at Dube Hostel in Soweto, dismissing claims that it is ANC electioneering. The mayor insists the City has worked for years to restore the properties. But for beneficiaries, the moment was about more than politics. After waiting 18 years, wheelchair user Sibongile Ntuli finally received her home, while 64-year-old Mkhetheni Thomas Magasela celebrated a dream decades in the making. Their emotional stories have brought renewed attention to Johannesburg's housing crisis. @silver_sibiya #DubeHostel #DadaMorero #Soweto #ANC #BNGHouses #RDPHouses #Johannesburg #HousingCrisis #SouthAfricaNews #LocalGovernmentElections @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/morero-denies…

🚨 WITBANK DOUBLE MURDER A 43-year-old man has been arrested following the fatal shooting of a male and female victim in Witbank on Tuesday, 27 October. The victims were reportedly travelling near a fuel station when a suspect driving in the opposite direction opened fire, killing both at the scene. Following a police manhunt, the suspect was tracked down and arrested at Greenside Colliery. A firearm suspected to have been used in the shooting was recovered. He is expected to appear in the Witbank Magistrate's Court facing two counts of murder. #Witbank #DoubleMurder #MpumalangaNews #BreakingNews #PoliceArrest #MurderCase #CrimeInSouthAfrica #SAPS #JusticeForVictims #SouthAfricaNews @YOUFM898

🚨🚨 Motorists face major delays in Johannesburg South as frustrated residents protest persistent water outages by barricading roads with burning tyres and debris. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) confirmed that Xavier Street at Kimberly Miner Road is blocked in both directions, with access to the M1 freeway severely restricted. JMPD spokesperson Superintendent Xolani Fihla has urged motorists to avoid the affected areas and use alternative routes, including Kliprivier Drive, Booysens Road, Crownwood Road and Rifle Range Road. Drivers are advised to remain vigilant, allow extra travel time and expect significant delays, particularly during peak hours. @silver_sibiya #JohannesburgSouth #WaterOutage #ProtestAction #TrafficAlert #JMPD #Robertsham #CrownGardens #JohannesburgNews #SouthAfricaNews #BreakingNews @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/water-outage-…

🚨 IEC WARNS AGAINST PHOTOSHOPPED RESULTS AS ELECTION TRANSPARENCY TAKES CENTRE STAGE! 🗳️ The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is promising transparency in election results, with Chairperson Mosotho Moepya insisting that votes will be counted in full view of party agents, observers and the media. 👀 Speaking at the launch of the National Results Operations Centre, Moepya warned political parties and the public against manipulating results slips or spreading unverified claims. “Don’t Photoshop them. Keep them original,” he urged. The IEC says double-blind data capturing and the publication of scanned results slips online will allow the public to compare recorded figures with original documents. @ThisKg #IEC #ElectionResults #MosothoMoepya #ElectionTransparency #SouthAfrica 🇿🇦 #VoteCounting #ElectionIntegrity #BreakingNews #Democracy #PoliticalNews @YOUFM898 newsnote.co.za/iec-pledges-t…

🚨 SAPS Hands Over 1,087 Vehicles to Boost Festive Season Policing National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola handed over 1,087 police vehicles worth R518 million at the SAPS Academy in Benoni on Thursday. The sedans and double-cab bakkies will support 140 high-crime police stations, detective services, family violence units, call centres and flying squads, improving response times and police visibility ahead of the festive season. The Eastern Cape received 163 vehicles, while Gauteng received 151. Masemola urged officers to prioritise community service and maintain the vehicles properly. The rollout also supports the 16 Days of Activism campaign and preparations for local elections on 4 November. #SAPS #FannieMasemola #PoliceVehicles #CrimePrevention #FestiveSeasonSafety #SouthAfrica #CommunitySafety #16DaysOfActivism #CrimeFighting #LocalElections @YOUFM898