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What you need to know about the Attacked City in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Goma. Goma, a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), boasts an abundance of minerals, serving as a critical trade and transport hub for valuable resources such as gold, tin, and coltan, thereby rendering it a strategic location in the region.  Here's a more detailed explanation:  1.Mineral Wealth: Goma is situated in the mineral-rich North Kivu province, a region renowned for its abundant resources.  2. Strategic Location: The city is positioned on the border with Rwanda and the shores of Lake Kivu, rendering it a vital trade and transport hub.  3. Key Minerals: Goma serves as a gateway to areas where valuable minerals like gold, tin, and coltan are mined.  4. Conflict and Control: The control of these minerals and trade routes has been a major factor in the ongoing conflict in the eastern DRC, with rebel groups like M23 seeking to control these resources.  5. Illici...

Bank Card Scammer Caught and Brought to Justice in Marlboro, Gauteng. A daring scammer's plan to target unsuspecting bank customers in Marlboro, Gauteng Province, backfired when he was caught and taught a harsh lesson. According to reports, the scammer, a resident of Tembisa, had traveled to Marlboro with his accomplices, intent on preying on vulnerable victims. Their modus operandi involved targeting people using the Capitec Bank ATM, preventing them from accessing their funds during withdrawals. Once the victims left, the scammers would step in and withdraw the money themselves. However, on this particular day, the scammer's luck ran out. While his accomplices managed to escape, he was caught by vigilant members of the community. The suspect was subsequently handed over to the authorities, where he will face the consequences of his actions. This incident serves as a warning to would-be scammers that their actions will not be tolerated. It also highlights the importance of com...

Tragic Mortuary Vehicle Crash Claims Two Lives in Springs, Gauteng. A devastating accident occurred on Clydesdale Road, Springs, in Gauteng, on March 20, 2025, at approximately 16h20, resulting in the loss of two lives. According to eyewitnesses and authorities, the mortuary vehicle was transporting a deceased person's body when a family member requested the driver to pass by the location where their loved one had passed away. This request was allegedly made to allow the family to collect the deceased's spirit, in accordance with African cultural traditions. Tragically, the driver lost control of the vehicle while attempting to accommodate the family's request. The mortuary vehicle crashed into a tree and burst into flames, claiming the lives of both the driver and the family member. Upon arrival at the scene, Ekhurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) officers discovered the burnt-out mortuary vehicle, with the driver and the body it was transporting still inside. A second...

A fatal shooting occurred earlier today at Doornfontein Taxi rank in Johannesburg, claiming the lives of five people and injuring others.  Reports indicate that a group of armed men entered the taxi rank, Enkomeni and fired shots everywhere. Few individuals, including a university student who was waiting for a bus are among the injured and were rushed to the hospital.  Emergency services and law enforcement are on the scene and the authorities have launched a manhunt for the suspects.  The attack is suspected to be linked to taxi violence.  Follow us. Mamelodi News

A suspect has been taken into custody by authorities in connection with business robberies.  Suspect arrested for armed robberies following operation by Gauteng Traffic Wardens, Tshenolo PI, Gauteng Traffic Special Law Enforcement Unit, SAPS Crime Intelligence and Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) in Shoshanguve, Pretoria on 17 March 2025.  The operation was conducted based on intelligence regarding individuals implicated in terrorising local businesses.  The operation targeted two locations subsequent to officers receiving information regarding the suspect’s illicit activities. Follow us Mamelodi News

The SAPS in Kuruman, are looking for suspects who broke in a funeral parlour and stole three corpse. An unknown two suspects broke into the funeral parlour, assaulted and tied the security guard around 1:30am on 17 March 2025 in Kuruman, Northern Cape. The suspects then stole three corpses, one of a baby girl and two of adult men. According to Sowetan Live, the Northern Cape police spokesperson Lt-Col Sergio Kock said a case of business robbery has been opened in Kuruman. No arrest have been made yet. Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of the suspects is asked to contact Lt-Col Doggy Magugu on 082 469 0578, the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or the MySAPS App. Follow us Mamelodi News

Times are hard for the community of Ekangala as the dispute between Taxi operator and Bus operator rises. On Monday, 11 March 2025, Morning, taxi association took a decisive action against the bus giant which resulted in immediate suspension of Putco bus services around Ekangala. The Taxi association at Ekangala, Bronkhorstspruit, Sakhile Ekangala Taxi Association(SETA) demand the bus operator to hand 30% subcontracting deal to the association. In the letter written to Putco the association, accuses the Putco bus drivers for allegedly hooting at commuters at a local taxi rank(Ekangala Four ways) and pick up some passengers which doesn't sit well with the taxi operator. The Taxi association allegedly had a meeting with the bus operator, Putco regarding their concerns over the so called "Complaints or Demands from taxi association". 1. The association concerns include a demand for all the Bus transport around Ekangala route to Bronkhorstspruit to be suspended as Putco is ta...