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7 hours ago
- Climate
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News you should know tonight: Top 5 stories you may have missed on June 2, 2025
Rain expected along the southern and eastern coasts midweek, with most inland areas remaining dry and cold. Good evening, IOL News family! It's Monday, June 2, 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 SA weather forecast: Expect cooler temperatures and isolated showers this week South Africa will start the week with calm and stable weather, but the South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that isolated showers and cooler temperatures are expected to arrive by midweek. To read on, click here. Zuma blasts Ramaphosa's US mission: 'South Africa's problems can't be fixed by outsiders' Former President Jacob Zuma has issued a stinging rebuke of President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent diplomatic visit to Washington, asserting that South Africa should not rely on foreign powers to resolve its domestic challenges. To read on, click here. Here's what you're likely to pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday, June 04 Fuel taxes are set to increase for the first time in three years, but thankfully a stronger rand will shield South African motorists from fuel price hikes in June. To read on, click here. Public safety alert: Gauteng officials warn of rising dangers in online meet-ups The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has issued a serious warning to the public amid a surge in violent crimes linked to online dating and social media mee-tups, particularly in the Maboneng precinct of Johannesburg. To read on, click here. KZN councillor and wife implicated in alleged corruption on R29bn N3 highway upgrade An exclusive investigation by IOL has uncovered disturbing allegations of corruption and financial misconduct involving a local politician and his wife, linked to the multi-billion rand N3 highway upgrade - a critical infrastructure project connecting Durban and Pietermaritzburg. To read on, click here. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. IOL News
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9 hours ago
- Sport
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Coco Gauff returns to French Open quarters, vows to 'keep fighting'
Coco into the quarters US Coco Gauff celebrates after winning against Russia's Ekaterina Alexandrova at the end of their women's singles match on day 9 of the French Open tennis tournament on Court Philippe-Chatrier at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on Monday. Photo: Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP Image: Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP Coco Gauff reached a fifth successive French Open quarter-final on Monday as the world number two brushed Russian 20th seed Ekaterina Alexandrova aside 6-0, 7-5. Gauff raced through the opening set backed by three breaks of serve. Alexandrova put up more of a fight in the second set but Gauff eventually closed out victory in 82 minutes. "It feels great to be back in the quarters here, and really happy with how I played today and hopefully can keep going," said Gauff. The 21-year-old Gauff will play reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys in an all-American quarter-final on Wednesday. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. Gauff's 15 wins on clay this year are tied for the most alongside Elina Svitolina, another player still in the running at Roland Garros. Former US Open champion Gauff puts her success on the surface down to her unwavering belief that she can turn a match in her favour no matter the score. She is hoping to make it third time lucky at the French Open after losing in the final in Madrid and Rome last month. "I have learned in the last two tournaments, especially in Rome and Madrid, losing the opening set in the first round of both of those tournaments and making the final, it just shows you have to keep fighting for every match and keep fighting for every point," said Gauff. "Because anything can happen in a tournament. "So I think if I want to be more consistent on tour, I think that's something I have to continue to do." Gauff made her first Grand Slam final in Paris in 2022 at the age of just 18. She was beaten comfortably by Iga Swiatek on that occasion but feels she is peaking at the right time again in her quest for a second major title. Swiatek has also knocked Gauff out each of the past two years at Roland Garros; in the quarter-finals in 2023 and then in the semi-finals a year ago. "I think I'm less nervous going into matches, for sure, and knowing just the ups and downs of tennis and of a tennis match," said Gauff. "I still feel the years here I feel like I get better with each match. I felt like that was something that I did in '22 and last year as well, and something I'm doing here right now. "Yeah, I think if I can keep just making those details a little bit better, hopefully I can do even better than I did last year." AFP Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
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14 hours ago
- Entertainment
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Nozipho Ntshangase's heartbreak: Husband Zola marries second wife
Reality TV star Nozipho Ntshangase. Image: Instagram Nozipho Ntshangase's husband of 17 years, Zola, married his second wife, 25-year-old Misokuhle, this weekend. Last year, the reality TV star, who has eight children with her husband, shared that she was not in favour of the union. On The Mommy Club, Nozipho openly expressed her heartbreak regarding Zola's intention to take a second wife, stating, "The plan has changed to bring me pain and to bring my kids pain. I'm not happy with the plan". Last year, a video showing a heated argument between Zola and his family, including Nozipho and their children, went viral. In the video, Zola demanded his car keys to leave the house, while Nozipho insisted she needed the vehicle to take the children to school. The argument escalated, with Zola accusing his sons of ganging up on him. The fact that he went ahead and married his second wife has sparked debate among South Africans. The public reaction has been largely sympathetic towards Nozipho, with many criticising Zola for proceeding with the marriage despite her clear objections. Facebook user, Yolokazi Chagi, shared a post telling women to prioritise themselves when it comes to relationships. Yolokazi Chagi tells women to put themselves first. Image: Facebook screenshot The post shows images from Zola and Misokuhle's wedding as well as a picture of Nozipho and their children. Chagi writes, 'If as a woman you are not taking notes from these celebrity marriages I don't know uba at what point will u learn that men will choose themselves and their happiness over their children & wife of years. When it's time for him to pack nothing will ever make him change his mind so nawe as a woman do not be blinded by love,always put your goals and dreams before indoda because he can switch up anytime if he wants to and not even God will stop him once he finds new love (emoji)' Many women took to the comment section agreeing with the Chagi. 'Absolutely… focus ladies, focus', responded one person. 'Men will leave you in the desert WITHOUT WATER,' commented another woman. Another felt sorry for his new wife, saying, 'I feel for that woman because he is gonna show her flames, but it's safe to say she deserved everything coming her way.' Misokuhle has gone on Instagram to share images from the wedding day. Misokuhle on her wedding day. Image: Instagram screenshot Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. IOL Entertainment
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15 hours ago
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'South Africa is a dangerous place for women and girls': Likhona Fose's murder stirs anger
The mutilated body of 14-year-old Likhona Fose was found at Durban Deep in Roodepoort on Sunday Image: X Police in Gauteng are investigating a case of murder following the discovery of the body of Likhona Fose, a 14-year-old teenage girl whose mutilated body was found at Durban Deep in Roodepoort. Responding to IOL, Gauteng provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said no one has been arrested yet in connection with the heinous murder. The body was found on Sunday. 'The mutilated body was found in an open veld by a passer-by who notified the police. The suspects are unknown at this stage and police investigations are underway,' said Nevhuhulwi. 'Resources have been mobilised to ensure that culprits responsible for this heinous attack are behind bars and brought to book. Police are calling upon any person to assist with information that can lead to the arrest of the culprits to contact Crime Stop line at 08600 10111 or report anonymous tip-offs on MySapsApp which can be downloaded on any smartphone.' Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. On the other hand, secretary general of civil rights group #NotInMyName, Themba Masango highlighted that the murder of Likhona occurs as South Africans continue to reel from the brutal killing of Olorato Mongale. 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 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. Next Stay Close ✕ The murdered Olorato Mongale Image: X 'The murders of Olerato and Likhona are yet another painful reminder that South Africa remains one of the most dangerous places in the world to be a woman. How many more must die before we collectively say: Enough is enough? 'We are tired of raising our voices over the same tragedies. In 2019, we were broken by the passing of Uyinene Mrwetyana. We are tired of burying our sisters, our daughters, our friends,' said Masango. 'Olerato's life mattered. Likhona's life mattered. They had dreams, hopes, and futures that were stolen from them. Their stories are not just headlines — they are a damning indictment of a society that continues to fail women and girls,' the activist stressed.
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3 days ago
- Politics
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News you should know tonight: Top 5 stories you may have missed on May 30, 2025
The prime suspect wanted in connection with Olorato Mongale's death, allegedly confessed to her murder moments before he was killed in a gun battle with KZN cops on Friday morning. Good evening, IOL News family! It's Friday, May 30, 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 SA faces lottery blackout after Pretoria High Court dismisses Ithuba bid South Africa may face a brief lottery blackout after the Pretoria High Court dismissed the National Lotteries Commission's urgent application to appoint Ithuba as a temporary operator beyond its May 31 license expiry. To read on, click here. Ethekwini Municipality confirms readiness for 98th Comrades Marathon The eThekwini Municipality has confirmed its readiness to co-host the 98th edition of the Comrades Marathon on Sunday, June 8. To read on, click here. NHI regulations face opposition from the Western Cape Government amid digital service expansion The Western Cape Cabinet has reaffirmed its opposition to the draft regulations of the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act, warning that the proposed governance arrangements threaten to destabilize the provincial health system. To read on, click here. Suspect found hiding in Durban allegedly confessed to the murder of Olorato Mongale The prime suspect, Philangenkosi Makhanya, who was wanted in connection with Olorato Mongale's murder, allegedly confessed to her murder moments before he was killed in a gun battle with KZN cops on Friday morning. To read on, click here. Deputy Speaker refers over 10 EFF members for discipline after Ramaphosa session chaos Deputy Speaker Annelie Lotriet has referred several EFF MPs to the Speaker for possible disciplinary action following their disruption of President Cyril Ramaphosa's Q&A session on Tuesday. To read on, click here. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel. IOL News
