Mamelodi News

Mamelodi News | Eersterust, Pretoria The death of a 24-year-old Gauteng traffic warden in an alleged domestic violence attack has once again raised concerns about gender-based violence in communities around Tshwane. Taymin Platt, who was reportedly attached to the Cable Theft Unit at the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ), was allegedly stabbed to death at Riverside Heights in Eersterust on Saturday, 1 August 2026. According to preliminary police information, Platt was sitting with friends at a flat when her 25-year-old boyfriend allegedly arrived. An argument reportedly broke out between the two before Platt was fatally stabbed. The suspect was subsequently arrested and has appeared in court. He is expected to return to court on Tuesday, 11 August 2026, where he is expected to apply for bail. QUESTIONS OVER PREVIOUS GBV CASE The incident has also sparked questions about whether warning signs may have been missed. The Democratic Alliance (DA) has alleged that a previous G...

Mamelodi News | South Africa The man who admitted to killing DJ Warras has been sentenced to 25 years in prison, bringing a significant development in the case that shocked the public. Armindo Pacula entered into a plea and sentence agreement with the State, admitting that he was responsible for carrying out the murder. In terms of the agreement, Pacula admitted that he carried out the killing in exchange for payment. The admission that the murder was allegedly a paid killing adds another disturbing layer to the case and raises questions about the circumstances surrounding the murder and whether other people may have been involved in planning or commissioning it. Pacula's guilty plea meant that the State did not have to proceed with a lengthy trial to prove his involvement in the killing. The court subsequently sentenced him to 25 years' imprisonment. For DJ Warras' family, friends and supporters, the sentence represents a measure of justice, but the admission that Pacula w...

Mamelodi News | Bronkhorstspruit, Tshwane The City of Tshwane has reached another milestone in the upgrade of the Bronkhorstspruit Water Treatment Plant (WTP), with three newly procured high-lift pumps arriving on site for installation. According to Action SA Councillor Cobus Coetzee Mabhena, the project forms part of the City's 2026/2027 Budget, which made provision for upgrading the ageing water treatment infrastructure. The installation of the new pumps is currently underway. Once commissioned, they will pump treated water from the plant to reservoirs before it is distributed to households across Bronkhorstspruit and surrounding communities. The upgrade is expected to improve the reliability of water supply and strengthen the City's ability to deliver clean drinking water to residents. Councillor Coetzee Mabhena said the City will continue updating residents on the progress of the project as installation work continues. The water treatment plant upgrade is one of several inf...

Mamelodi News | Ga-Rankuwa, Tshwane The City of Tshwane has officially launched the Ga-Rankuwa Zone 14 Electrification Project, bringing electricity to 340 households as part of its ongoing efforts to expand access to basic services across the metro. The project was officially launched by MMC for Utility Services Frans Boshielo, accompanied by Ward 32 Councillor Floyd Thema and officials from the Energy and Electricity Business Unit (EEBU). As part of the project, every beneficiary household has been provided with a prepaid electricity meter, while four transformers have been energised to strengthen the local electricity network and improve the reliability of power supply. The electrification programme was implemented using overhead medium- and low-voltage network infrastructure, designed to improve access to electricity while enhancing the stability and resilience of the distribution network. Speaking during the launch, MMC Boshielo said the project demonstrates the City's commitm...

Mamelodi News | Jukulyn A man who travelled to Jukulyn to donate free meat and blankets to community members in need was left devastated after his bakkie was stolen, along with the meat he had intended to distribute. The theft brought a sudden halt to what was meant to be a charitable outreach aimed at supporting vulnerable families. According to available information, the stolen vehicle contained the meat that was to be handed out to residents as part of the community assistance initiative. Fortunately, authorities were later able to recover both the stolen bakkie and the meat, bringing relief to the owner and those who had been waiting for the donations. The circumstances surrounding the theft and recovery are still being established, and it is not yet clear whether any suspects have been arrested. The incident highlights the challenges faced by individuals and organisations working to assist communities, while also underscoring the importance of swift action by law enforcement in re...

Mamelodi News | Tshwane Political tensions within the City of Tshwane's multiparty coalition appear to be escalating as coalition partners publicly disagree over major governance decisions ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. The coalition, comprising ActionSA, the ANC and the EFF, has recently been divided over the suspension of City Manager Johann Mettler. While ActionSA has opposed Mettler's suspension, its coalition partners have taken a different position, exposing growing divisions within the governing alliance. The ANC has also intensified its criticism of Executive Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya's administration, accusing the City of using by-law enforcement as a tool to target township businesses rather than simply enforcing municipal regulations. The party described the ongoing enforcement campaign as a "vicious, anti-black business crusade", alleging that it disproportionately affects informal traders and township economies. The ANC further argued that ...

Mamelodi News | Tshwane The Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) Drug Unit arrested three suspects during targeted drug enforcement operations conducted in Atteridgeville and Olievenhoutbosch on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. While conducting patrols in Atteridgeville, officers arrested a 75-year-old woman and her 35-year-old daughter-in-law after allegedly finding them selling cough syrup in contravention of the Medicines and Related Substances Act. In a separate operation in Olievenhoutbosch, a 35-year-old man was also arrested after officers allegedly found him selling cough syrup and antidepressant tablets for casual consumption, also in contravention of the Act. The suspects are expected to face charges relating to the unlawful sale of scheduled medicines. TMPD says the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to combat the illegal sale and abuse of prescription medication, which has become a growing concern in many communities. Mamelodi News will continue to follow the matter and pro...