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Protesters block roads with toilet demands to the municipality

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Presidency official fears UPRISING against ANC government ‘is coming’

Load shedding eskom riots looting
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Top Eskom expert fears more load shedding ‘will spark riots, looting’

Municipality
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Protesters block roads with toilet demands to the municipality

Riots uprising ANC government
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Presidency official fears UPRISING against ANC government ‘is coming’

Load shedding eskom riots looting
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Top Eskom expert fears more load shedding ‘will spark riots, looting’

Prisoners
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Six killed in Philippine jail brawl

By Agence France-Presse11-01-2022 07:19

Six inmates were killed and 33 wounded during a fight in an overcrowded jail in the Philippines, authorities said Tuesday, in the second such incident in as many weeks.

ANC KZN Sandile Zungu
News

Another ‘insurrection’? Zikalala says they’ll be ready this time

By Thabo Baloyi17-12-2021 07:22

Supporters of former president Jacob Zuma have vowed to bring the country to its knees, as they did during the July riots

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World News

Solomon Islands opposition figure faces charges over riots

By Agence France-Presse14-12-2021 21:42

Police in the restive Solomon Islands on Tuesday pursued charges against a leading member of the opposition over deadly riots that rocked the country last month.

Riots uprising ANC government
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Black Friday riots ‘possible’ for KZN – here’s how SAPS plan to stop them

By Tom Head25-11-2021 09:34

Police officials say they are aware of inflammatory social media messages, and remain on standby for riots in KZN on Black Friday.

Phoenix murders
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Phoenix murder accused Jeetendra Jaikissoon died in custody in Durban

By Corné van Zyl23-10-2021 08:00

It is believed, one of the Phoenix murder suspects, Jeetendra Jaikissoon, recently died while in police custody of an illness.

WATCH: Bheki Cele on the unres
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WATCH: Bheki Cele on the unrest in Gqeberha

By Lisa Greyson15-10-2021 15:49

Police Minister Bheki Cele has condemned the wave of violence which broke out in Gqeberha recently.

‘Purge South Africa’: Film abo
Lifestyle

‘Purge South Africa’: Film about SA riots and looting up for major cash prize

By Erene Roux15-10-2021 12:18

Anthony George Kirkwood’s film about the violent riots and looting that took place in July 2021 in South Africa is up for a major cash prize.

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WATCH: Hell breaks lose in Gqeberha

By Lisa Greyson14-10-2021 12:54

A small spark ignited some fiery tensions in a busy area of Gqeberha on Tuesday, after a collision between two cars led to violent altercations in broad daylight.

Hawks kzn gauteng riots instigators
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Unrest SA latest: Hawks swoop on TWO more alleged KZN riot instigators

By Dan Meyer29-08-2021 11:08

The suspects were arrested on Saturday, with one of the alleged instigators of the unrest and riots linked to a dubious twitter account.

Deputy President David Mabuza
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Mabuza: Govt assistance for riot-affected businesses may be limited

By Thabo Baloyi27-08-2021 02:40

Deputy President David Mabuza replied to questions from MPs at the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) on Thursday afternoon

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FMF activist arrested: ‘It’s an attempt to silence him,’ says family

By Thabo Baloyi22-08-2021 19:20

Fees Must Fall activist Bonginkosi Khanyile was arrested in connection with the July riots and faces charges of inciting violence

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National shutdown rumours: KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala calls for calm

By Thabo Baloyi22-08-2021 18:29

Premier Sihle Zikalala said they have alerted law enforcement agencies to deal with the situation, should the need arise on Monday

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Lifestyle

Did looters use this app to coordinate actions and find ‘weak points’?

By Erene Roux20-08-2021 12:32

A ‘walkie-talkie’ app has a long history as a go-to app in times of crisis and is fast becoming a tool for protest communication.

UIF relief scheme
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UIF relief scheme APPROVED: Workers of looted businesses dealt a lifeline

By Andrea Chothia13-08-2021 12:51

The UIF’s relief scheme has been established to assist workers whose workplaces were closed due to the recent unrest in KZN and Gauteng.

Emigration returning south africans
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Millionaire exodus: ‘Riots a factor’, as more high-earners set to ditch SA

By Tom Head12-08-2021 09:14

A fresh set of data has revealed that emigration numbers out of South Africa remain high – and ‘recent riots’ may have spooked some millionaires.

Cyril Ramaphosa live stream address
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Riots: Ramaphosa appoints panel to probe security response

By Thabo Baloyi06-08-2021 06:17

The three-member panel is expected to give feedback which will also give guidance on strengthening security capabilities

Hope for humanity: Customer le
Lifestyle

Hope for humanity: Customer leaves R6k tip at Durbanville restaurant

By Erene Roux03-08-2021 15:15

South Africans were left hopeful when a customer left a R6 000 tip after spending only R453 at a restaurant in Durbanville.

anti-riot bakkie
Motoring

LOOK: ‘Riot-proof bakkie’ – including gunports and armour – hits the market

By Tom Head02-08-2021 11:39

South Africa’s new ‘riot-proof bakkie’ is here – and not a second too soon. Here’s what you need to know about the heavily-armoured vehicle.

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KZN, Gauteng riots: At least 11 alleged instigators arrested, says Sitole

By Thabo Baloyi30-07-2021 06:19

At this stage, it is not known whether those arrested for the riots, include the list of the 12 alleged instigators

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Entertainment

Colleen is back! Marc Lottering’s take on SA’s looted blue couch [watch]

By Erene Roux29-07-2021 14:52

Marc Lottering shared a new ‘Colleen the Cashier’ skit and her take on SA’s now-infamous looted blue couch.

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Riots: Former Ukhozi FM DJ Ngizwe Mchunu to apply for bail

By Thabo Baloyi28-07-2021 09:09

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says it intends opposing bail for Ngizwe Mchunu when he appears in the dock on Wednesday

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Riots: Gender Commission OUTRAGED by ‘inhumane treatment’ of looters

By Thabo Baloyi28-07-2021 07:19

While the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) says it doesn’t condone stealing, it has taken issue with how some of the looters were treated

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Riots: Herman Mashaba gives Ramaphosa 60 days to form inquiry

By Thabo Baloyi28-07-2021 06:42

Herman Mashaba’s party Action SA says the recent riots were meant to cripple the economy and cause social instability

‘Worthless’: Mzansi tracks dow
Lifestyle

‘Worthless’: Mzansi tracks down looters trying to sell stolen goods online

By Erene Roux27-07-2021 16:24

Making looted goods, worthless: A group of South Africans are trying to stop looters from selling stolen items online.

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Riots: Government to provide relief for uninsured businesses affected

By Thabo Baloyi26-07-2021 06:43

President Cyril Ramaphosa says they will be providing support to uninsured businesses that suffered damage during the riots

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