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Man killed in Pinetown head-on collision
A MAN believed to be in his 30s was died following a head-on collision on the M7 last night, Friday, June 27. The accident, which left two other people injured, happened on the Durban-bound lane near the Winston Churchill offramp in the Pinetown area. Also read: Man dies in early morning Westville accident ALS Paramedics spokesperson Garrith Jamieson said paramedics arrived on the scene just before 21:30 to find the badly damaged vehicles on the busy roadway. According to Jamieson, it is alleged that the one vehicle crossed the centre median and collided head-on into a bakkie. 'The bakkie then rolled, coming to rest on its side. Paramedics quickly assessed the scene and found that the light motor vehicle driver was entrapped in the wreckage. 'Paramedics assessed the man, however he showed no signs of life and was declared deceased on the scene. The two occupants from the bakkie had left the scene to hospital before paramedics' arrival,' said Jamieson. He added that police will investigate the cause of the accident. For more from the Highway Mail, follow us on Facebook , X and Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
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an hour ago
- General
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NOTICE: Tshwane warns of a planned power outage affecting parts of Pretoria tomorrow
The Tshwane metro is planning to interrupt power supply in several eastern areas of the city on June 29. The planned power outage is part of a major infrastructure upgrade aimed at improving electricity reliability. Metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said the metro will shut down power to its Wapadrand and Mooikloof substations on Sunday from 09:00 to 13:00. Re: Planned power supply interruption to affect Wapadrand and Mooikloof Substations supply zones. — City of Tshwane (@CityTshwane) June 28, 2025 He explained that this scheduled interruption is part of ongoing work on the 300 MVA Waltloo–Njala transmission line project, which is intended to strengthen and stabilise electricity supply to Tshwane's eastern grid, benefiting both residential and industrial zones. Mashigo continued, 'During the four-hour shutdown, teams will connect a newly built transmission line to the existing network, install bridge pieces, and conduct performance tests to ensure the system functions effectively once live.' Residents in the following areas will be affected by the outage: – Maroelastein – Woodhill – Moreleta Park – ZW Line – Pretorius Park – Mooikloof Ridge – Olympus – Wapadrand – Silver Lakes – Equestria – Faerie Glen – Boardwalk – Bronberg – Shere Line – Lombardy Mashigo apologised for the inconvenience that the planned shutdown may cause, saying, 'Residents' patience and understanding are appreciated as we work to improve service reliability across the city.' ALSO READ: Queenswood substation goes 'up in smoke' yet again Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
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an hour ago
- Sport
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‘He has made us proud' – Lions' Redelinghuys on new Bok Ntlabakanye
Lions monster prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye is set to make his Springbok bow in their opening match of the season against the Barbarians. Asenathi Ntlabakanye will make his first appearance in the green and gold when he starts for the Springboks against the Barbarians on Saturday. Picture: Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images Lions scrum coach Julian Redelinghuys is incredibly proud of hulking prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye, as he prepares to make his first appearance for the Springboks in their non-Test against the Barbarians in Cape Town on Saturday. The 26-year-old Ntlabakanye has improved in leaps and bounds over the past few years, after coming through the Lions' junior ranks, before becoming the captain of the Currie Cup team, and has now been the union's first choice tighthead over the past two seasons. His rise caught the eye of the Springbok management team, and after taking part in a couple of alignment camps, he was brought into the squad for the first time, and will now make his Bok debut, although it won't be counted as an official cap against the famed invitational side. Redelinghuys admitted that it was the goal of all coaches to see their charges reach the highest level of rugby, which is representing their country. Proudest moment 'I must say as a coach I think this is one of our proudest moments. Obviously we do it for our team and our franchise, the Lions, but ultimately for us to help players achieve the highest honour (representing the Springboks), is really special,' said Redelinghuys. 'It is something that we are really proud of him for achieving, especially with all the hard work he has put in. I think in all the years I have worked with him he has only missed one session. He's just a guy that puts in the hard work and it's great to see him getting acknowledged for that. 'It is also fantastic to read how coach Rassie (Erasmus) talks about him, how impressed he is with him and how he thinks he might be one of the future stars for the Springboks. 'So it's a great moment for us as the Lions and an amazing moment for Ase. I am really proud and stoked for him, and I can't wait to see him run onto the field in the green and gold. It is well deserved and I am really happy for him.' Redelinghuys himself is an ex-Springbok, with the 35-year-old having made eight appearances for the national team, but was forced into an early retirement nine years ago after breaking his neck during a match. Range of emotions He explained that Ntlabakanye would be going through a range of emotions in the build-up to the game and that it would be an incredible occasion for him. 'Mine (Springbok debut) wasn't at home, it was in Italy. But you just think of how grateful you are, and the whole week leading up to the game is so special, because there are a lot of things happening,' said Redelinghuys. 'There is a jersey presentation, there is the team announcement and a lot of other things happening throughout the week. So he (Ntlabakanye) will have many different emotions going through this week. 'Obviously with family and everyone that is so proud and happy for him. I think it (game day) is going to be a lekker day for him. It is really special to sing the anthem, and he will have it at a home game which will be unbelievable. 'So I am looking forward to seeing his face when he sings the anthem and runs out. And it's good to see Krappie (Lions teammate Morne van den Berg) there with him as well. It's really going to be awesome.' Early opportunity Ntlabakanye has been able get into the Bok starting mix quicker than expected due to injuries, with experienced tightheads Frans Malherbe and Trevor Nyakane both out injured for the season, while Wilco Louw was ruled out of contention due to the Bulls making the URC final. It is thus a huge opportunity for him and fellow uncapped prop Neethling Fouche to make a big impact against the BaaBaas and force themselves into consideration for the incoming series against Italy and Georgia. 'I have no doubt that Ase will make a success of himself. He's proven it throughout the URC that he can take on the best the game has to offer. This year we also witnessed a serious shift in mindset from him, and a determination to work on what was needed,' said Redelinghuys. 'It has been great to see him make that step up, it has been noticed by the Bok coaches and now he has been rewarded. 'For the past 10 or 12 years the (Bok) tighthead position has been held by Frans, Vince (Koch), Trevor, and Wilco (Louw). For Ase and Neethling to now take it forward, I think the Bok scrum will be in very good hands.' Daan's farm At the Boks' team announcement on Tuesday, Bok coach Erasmus lifted the lid on the massive behind-the-scenes effort that it took to get Ntlabakanye up to the national side's standards, which included him attending a training camp at scrum coach Daan Human's farm. Although Redelinghuys has not had any inside information on what went down there, he believes that it will have done Ntlabakanye the world of good and taken his game to another level. 'I haven't heard what he experienced and went through there. But what I can say is that I know Daan, how good a coach he is and how good a man he is. So I am completely sure that he only brought out the best in Ase,' said Redelinghuys. 'The stuff they worked on will have made a really big difference for Ase, and I have no doubt that he will be playing at a higher level. I don't know what happened or what was done. I am looking forward to (eventually) finding out a bit more. 'But I know it would have been good, knowing Daan and Ase. It will have been a great time for him to pick up new learnings and to improve his development. So I look forward to hearing the stories.'
The Citizen
an hour ago
- Sport
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R10 000 Youth Day tourney
LIMPOPO – Youth Day was celebrated in style on Monday at N'wamankena village with a vibrant sports tournament that brought the community together and showcased local talent across various sporting codes. The event, held to commemorate June 16 Youth Day, featured competitive matches in male and female soccer, as well as netball, drawing crowds from surrounding villages and other areas across the Greater Giyani municipality who came to support and cheer on their favourite teams. The highlight of the day was the thrilling male soccer final between N'wamankena FC and Shimawusa Homeboys FC. Favoured by homeground advantage, the home team, N'wamankena FC, triumphed with a 2-1 victory, securing the tournament's top prize of R10,000 to the delight of local supporters. In addition to soccer, netball and female soccer matches were played throughout the day, contributing to an atmosphere of excitement, unity, and youth empowerment. According to the tournament organiser Jay-jay Rikhotso, the tournament aimed to not only honour the legacy of the 1976 generation but also to encourage the youth to stay active by engaging in sports and avoid substance abuse. 'This was more than just a tournament; it was a celebration of our young people and their potential. The tournament aimed to take the youth off the streets and re-focus their attention on sports,' explained Rikhotso, one of the organisers of the event. 'With the increasing challenges faced by youth today, including substance abuse and lack of recreational activities, we felt it was important to give them a platform to express themselves positively through sport.' He added that the turnout and enthusiastic participation from teams and spectators alike were encouraging signs that the initiative had a real impact. 'And so far, it looks like we've managed to do just that. We're truly grateful to all who supported this initiative; from the players who gave their all on the field to the community members who came out in numbers to cheer, and of course, to our sponsors whose contributions made the tournament possible.' Rikhotso also used the opportunity to remind the community that plans are already underway for the next tournament. 'We hope that you will be able to join us again when we host our Good Friday tournament next year. With your continued support, we believe these events will keep growing and make a lasting difference in the lives of our youth,' he said. The tournament was a winner-takes-all event, which concluded with a prize-giving ceremony that included a R10 000 cash prize, trophies, and medals. 'We would like to thank everyone for ensuring that the event ended peacefully and without any incidents of violence,' he added. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
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an hour ago
- General
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Dilapidated infrastructure plagues White River
Residents of this town are still battling with ongoing water leaks and sewer spillages. They are calling on the City of Mbombela (CoM) to urgently address these issues. The White River Rate Payers Association (WRRPA) also demand that the matter be addressed as soon as possible. Despite CoM officials attending to the spillages, the situation is recurring as no permanent solution has been found. Residents say it is impossible to live with the putrid smell hanging over the residential area. Some concerned citizens in the area said: 'The problem is ongoing and despite municipal officials trying short-term fixes, they are not winning. The infrastructure is dilapidated and needs to be replaced. Without regular maintenance this problem will continue. 'All we ask is for the CoM to come up with a permanent solution as we are paying rates and taxes,' they said, echoing the sentiments of the town's many residents. ALSO READ: Angry White River residents up in arms over water problems Meanwhile, a member of the Mpumalanga Legislature and a former ward councillor for the area, Trudie Grové-Morgan, said the sewer spillage in the Hornbill Street was already a challenge four years ago and the municipality was advised to rebuild the infrastructure. 'The officials would open the sewer with rods and it will work for a day, before being blocked again. The municipality once promised residents they would appoint a contractor to fit new pipes, but that never happened. The area is still experiencing spillages and living with the smell. Four years is a long time and the CoM needs to take the residents seriously and fix the problem once and for all,' Grové-Morgan said. ALSO READ: White River remains in the grip of water shortages The WRRPA chairperson, Johan Heymans, told Lowvelder residents regularly report a lot of water leaks and sewer spillages in White River. 'The CoM's main obstacle is their failing equipment. The Jetter machine has been broken for years and the CoM keeps quiet about it. It is essential to deal with our challenges. This machine uses high-pressure water to clear blockages and clean pipes. It works by directing a powerful stream of water through a hose and nozzle, blasting away debris, grease, roots and other obstructions in drains and sewer lines. This method is effective for both residential and commercial applications.' Heymans said they are aware that other municipal equipment has also been broken for a long time, but are allegedly never fixed or replaced. 'Sewage spillages are health hazards and we are now demanding immediate action.' The CoM's spokesperson, Joseph Ngala, had not responded to Lowvelder's media enquiry regarding the water leaks and sewer spillages in White River by the time of publishing. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
