Top 10 stories of the day: RIP Presley Chweneyagae
Here's your daily news update for Tuesday, 27 May 2025: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories.
In the news today, the late actor,Presley Chweneyagae, has been remembered by industry colleagues and fans of his work following the announcement of his death.
Meanwhile, Gauteng police are searching for a man who uses the name John (pseudonym), believed to be linked to the murder a 30-year-old Olorato Mongale.
Furthermore, President Cyril Ramaphosa faced tough questions in the National Assembly, including criticism of his United States (US) trip.
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'Working with Presley and keeping a straight face is almost impossible' — industry mourns Chweneyagae
In an interview four years ago, renowned actor Presley Chweneyagae said he would retire at 40.
'I'll quit acting when I turn 40, and I won't be involved in the entertainment industry as I'll focus on different work and environment,' Chweneyagae told Daily Sun in 2021.
Presley Chweneyagae, who was loved by many fans, died at the age of 40. Picture: @BafanaSurprise/X
However, those words took on new meaning on Tuesday morning as South Africa woke up to the news of the actor's demise at 40.
His management team, MLA, confirmed his passing. 'It is with profound sadness that we confirm the untimely passing of one of South Africa's most gifted and beloved actors, Presley Chweneyagae,' the statement read.
CONTINUE READING: 'Working with Presley and keeping a straight face is almost impossible' — industry mourns Chweneyagae
Police hunt alleged woman killer who uses the name of John
Gauteng police are searching for a man who uses the name John (pseudonym), believed to be linked to the murder of a 30-year-old Johannesburg woman.
According to police, Olorato Mongale was last seen on Monday went she went on a date with her 'alleged killer' who picked her up from her residential complex driving a white VW polo with cloned number plate that belong to a Toyota Hilux.
The woman's body was found in less than two hours. Picture: Michel Bega
Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said during investigations it emerged that the vehicle is fitted with fake registration number plates. The fake registration number plate is: LT 57 JG GP.
'The man fetched Olorato at her residential complex in Athol, Johannesburg, at around 3 pm on Sunday, 25 May 2025. He drove with the victim in the township of Alexandra, proceeded to Kew and between Alexandra and Lombardy West in Johannesburg, this man allegedly murdered Olorato and dumped her body.'
CONTINUE READING: Police hunt alleged woman killer who uses the name of John
Ramaphosa defends US trip amid economic criticism during Q&A
President Cyril Ramaphosa faced tough questions in the National Assembly, including criticism of his United States (US) trip, his government's failure to curb the rising cost of living, slow economic growth and the high unemployment rate in South Africa.
Ramaphosa responded to questions from members of the National Assembly on Tuesday, with economic growth and the cost of living among the issues for deliberation.
President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Nieuwmeester Dome in Cape Town on 13 February 2025. Picture: Gallo Images/Jeffrey Abrahams
EFF Treasurer-General Omphile Maotwe criticised the government for not achieving the projected economic growth. 'We saw you taking a trip to the US last week, and we are asking ourselves what economic strategy and economic interventions you are trying to lock in,' she asked.
Ramaphosa said that the primary aim of his trip was to restore the deteriorating relationship between South Africa and the US.He emphasised the significance of both countries in each other's economies and their political relations.
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Remembering Darren Scott: A radio man's radio man
There are thousands of kind words that can be said about Darren Scott. He was a friend to many, a smoke break partner of note, and a broadcaster like few others.
He was also a doting dad and, with his charity One Wingz of Change, impacted lives well beyond his immediate and extended circle.
Late radio veteran Darren Scott . Picture: OFM
Darren Scott, who passed away at 61 after battling stage 4 melanoma cancer for decades, will be sorely missed on the airwaves by friends and colleagues.
Sometimes, just knowing that he's on the other end of a WhatsApp message meant a lot to many.
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Bus driver monitored by police after fatal bridge plunge in KZN
The driver of a bus that plunged more than 50 metres from a bridge near Tongaat, killing three people and injuring twelve others, is alive and being monitored by police in hospital as authorities investigate potential criminal charges including murder.
Speaking to the media at the scene, KwaZulu-Natal Transport MEC Siboniso Duma revealed that the driver survived Tuesday morning's devastating crash on the R102 near Maidstone Sugar Mill and is receiving medical treatment while under police supervision.
The wrangled remains of the bus. Picture: IPSS Medical Rescue.
The bus was fully loaded with passengers when it careened off the Maidstone Road bridge in what preliminary investigations suggest may have been caused by brake failure.
Duma indicated that authorities are exploring serious criminal charges against the driver, moving beyond typical culpable homicide charges to potentially more severe penalties.
CONTINUE READING: Bus driver monitored by police after fatal bridge plunge in KZN
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