Latest news with #ToyotaQuantum
The South African
21 hours ago
- Sport
- The South African
Pirates news: 11 Taxi Quatums and Kamogelo Sebelebele
As Orlando Pirates prepare to face Polokwane City in the MTN8 quarter-final this Saturday, 2 August, at Orlando Stadium, a group of dedicated supporters from Mamelodi is making waves—not just for their passion, but for their inspired effort to get to the game. City's solid showing last season and their return to the MTN8 prove they are more than capable of producing a surprise against Orlando Pirates. Rise and Shine will arrive in Soweto with nothing to lose and everything to gain, which could make them a dangerous opponent. In a spirited show of support, Buccaneers fans from Mamelodi have fully booked 11 Toyota Quantum minibuses to transport them to the stadium in Soweto…Full story here. Orlando Pirates' new signing Kamogelo Sebelebele from Betway Premiership side TS Galaxy. Image: orlandopirates website Orlando Pirates have signed a gem. Kamogelo Sebelebele's former TS Galaxy coach Adnan Beganović has said the winger earned his big break and insists the Buccaneers are getting a complete player both on and off the pitch. The Tembisa-born player's development under Beganović at TS Galaxy culminated in a breakout 2024/25 season, during which he made 29 appearances, scored five goals, and delivered two assists. His progress has been rapid, and his elevation to one of the most exciting prospects in South African football is, according to Beganović, no accident. 'He deserves to sign that contract because he has been with Galaxy for five years. He is an amazing human being, and the next step for him is to join a club like Orlando Pirates,' Beganović said…Full story here. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
2 days ago
- Sport
- The South African
Orlando Pirates fans book 11 Toyota Quantums
As Orlando Pirates prepare to face Polokwane City in the MTN8 quarter-final this Saturday, 2 August, at Orlando Stadium, a group of dedicated supporters from Mamelodi is making waves—not just for their passion, but for their inspired effort to get to the game. City's solid showing last season and their return to the MTN8 prove they are more than capable of producing a surprise against Orlando Pirates. Rise and Shine will arrive in Soweto with nothing to lose and everything to gain, which could make them a dangerous opponent. Kaizer Chiefs fixtures in August: Five matches in 20 days In a spirited show of support, Buccaneers fans from Mamelodi have fully booked 11 Toyota Quantum minibuses to transport them to the stadium in Soweto. Kaizer Chiefs to have a new number 11 and 6 Each supporter paid R140 for the return trip, with the initiative ensuring that approximately 140 fans will travel together in a convoy, arriving in full force to back Orlando Pirates. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
3 days ago
- IOL News
'Scholar transport driver was drunk': 12 learners injured in Joburg crash
The white minibus Toyota Quantum, operating as scholar transport, was allegedly attempting to overtake another vehicle when the driver lost control, resulting in the collision. Image: JMPD A scholar transport driver was arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers after a crash where 12 learners were injured. Superintendent Xolani Fihla, JMPD spokesperson, said on Monday morning, officers responded to a serious single-vehicle accident on Westpark Drive in Montgomery Park, Randburg. 'A white minibus Toyota Quantum, operating as scholar transport, was allegedly attempting to overtake another vehicle when the driver lost control, resulting in the collision,' said Fihla. 'Twelve learners sustained injuries and were transported to various medical facilities for attention.' The driver of the Toyota Quantum was found to be under the influence of alcohol. 'He has been arrested and will be detained at Sophiatown SAPS. He faces charges of reckless and negligent driving and driving under the influence of alcohol,' said Fihla. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ On Monday, IOL reported that a serious accident occurred on the M1 highway in Booysens, involving a bus and six other vehicles near Booysens Road. 'Multiple injuries have been reported. However, there are no confirmed fatalities at this time,' said Fihla. 'Preliminary information suggests the bus was travelling south on the M1 towards the Booysens Road off-ramp when a passenger reportedly had an altercation with the driver, and (the passenger) grabbed the steering wheel.' Preliminary information suggests the a passenger grabbed the steering wheel of the bus on the M1 highway during an altercation with the driver. Image: JMPD The bus subsequently lost control, veered off the M1 South, crossed the barricades and median, and collided with vehicles on the M1 North. 'Law enforcement officials are on the scene. The M1 North is currently closed to traffic at Booysens Road, causing significant disruptions,' said Fihla. 'Motorists are advised to use Crownwood Road or Xavier Street as alternative routes from the M1 North.' IOL News
TimesLIVE
3 days ago
- TimesLIVE
20 pupils injured in scholar transport crash near West Park Cemetery
Twenty schoolchildren were injured on Monday morning when a scholar transport minibus overturned near West Park Cemetery in Randburg, Johannesburg. The accident occurred at about 7am on West Park Road, with the vehicle allegedly travelling at high speed before the driver lost control. The minibus overturned near a bend close to the cemetery. According to Johannesburg metro police spokesperson Supt Xolani Fihla, the driver of the Toyota Quantum was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. 'He has been arrested and will be detained at Sophiatown SAPS. He faces charges of reckless and negligent driving and driving under the influence of alcohol,' he said. The Gauteng education department confirmed the crash involved pupils from three schools: 13 pupils from Greenside High School; four from Roosevelt High School; and three from Parktown Girls' High School. The injured pupils were assessed and treated at health-care facilities.
Eyewitness News
4 days ago
- Eyewitness News
Scholar transport driver found to be driving drunk arrested after collision
JOHANNESBURG - A scholar transport driver found to be driving drunk has been arrested after several learners were injured when their car was involved in a collision. The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) said it responded to a single-vehicle accident on Westpark Drive in Montgomery Park, Randburg, on Monday morning. Metro police said a white minibus Toyota Quantum operating as a scholar transport allegedly attempted to overtake another vehicle when the driver lost control. JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla said twelve learners were injured. 'The driver of the Toyota Quantum was found to be under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and detained at Sophiatown SAPS [South African Police Service]. He faces charges of reckless and negligent driving under the influence of alcohol.'
