News you should know tonight: Top 5 stories you may have missed on July 14, 2025
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It's Monday, July 14, 2025, and it's time for a wrap of the biggest headlines making waves in South Africa and beyond. Don't forget to join the IOL WhatsApp Channel to stay in tune, informed, and in the know.
'The devil was with us': Fleurhof community reacts to mom charged with Jayden-Lee's murder
Fleurhof community members have expressed shock to learn that the accused in Jayden-Lee Meek's murder is his own mother, saying she has to rot in jail. To read on, click here.
Cape Town Lawyer Gary Trappler convicted for slashing tyres in alleged racially motivated attack on neighbour
The Cape Town Magistrate's Court has found a prominent attorney Gary Trappier guilty of maliciously damaging his neighbour's property. To read on, click here.
New foot and mouth disease outbreak confirmed in Free State
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed a new outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) on a commercial farm in the Free State.To read on, click here.
'Protecting politically connected': Ramaphosa slammed for placing Mchunu on 'paid leave'
Opposition parties have slammed President Cyril Ramaphosa for placing under-fire Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on a special leave rather than firing him following explosive allegations levelled against him. To read on, click here.
Weekend rescues: Western Cape hikers saved from peril
A series of dramatic rescues unfolded across the Western Cape this past weekend as Wilderness Search and Rescue (WSAR) teams raced to save hikers stranded by swollen rivers, injured on popular trails, and lost overnight in the mountains. To read on, click here.
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