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Three injured as fire engulfs apartment building in Brooklyn
Tshwane Emergency Services successfully contained a rapidly spreading fire at a three-storey Brooklyn apartment building, with three residents treated for smoke inhalation. Multiple fire trucks responded to the emergency, preventing further damage to neighbouring units.
WATCH: Firefighters tackle Newlands Ravine fire amid wind concerns
Amidst difficult terrain and strong winds, firefighters strive to contain the Newlands Ravine fire near Table Mountain
Newlands fire flares up overnight
Newlands Forest and nearby trails are closed due to the ongoing fire, with firefighting efforts underway to manage the situation.
Two-month wait to lay three loved ones to rest has ended
Dhasheyan Veerappen, 23, whose father (Niren) and grandparents lost their lives during the blaze said it was a “huge relief to finally lay to rest our loved ones”.
Family in Chatsworth prepares to bury loved ones killed in tragic house fire
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a family from Silverglen, Chatsworth, will be laying their beloved members to rest today after a devastating house fire in December claimed the lives of three relatives.
Closure for Chatsworth family: funerals set after house fire tragedy
Maya, 91, a retired teacher and musician, Kogie, 89, who was bedridden, and their ill son Niren, 54, died when a fire ripped through their home in Silverglen on December 22 last year.
Fire claims life of patient at Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital in uMlazi
The 39-year-old patient died of burn injuries after a fire broke out when he allegedly ignited a cigarette lighter while wearing an oxygen mask connected to the main oxygen line.
Police probing arson, burglary after Lindiwe Sisulu’s EC home goes up in flames
The fire broke out around 10pm, destroying the main house, while two other buildings on the property sustained broken windows.
Police probe arson and burglary at Former Minister Lindiwe Sisulu's home in Qutubeni
The fire broke out around 10pm, destroying the main house, while the windows on two other buildings on the property were broken.
Pupils who killed Raygun are potential rapists and murderers, says animal rights activists
Environmental and animal rights activist Nicole Barlow said Botleng Secondary School in Delmas, Mpumalanga, is breeding future rapists and serial killers.
Police probing arson after taxis set alight in ongoing conflict
A fire at Nyanga taxi rank in Cape Town destroyed over fifteen vehicles, raising concerns over ongoing violence within the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association.
Manenberg husband charged with culpable homicide after setting wife alight
Distraught neighbours of the 62-year-old woman said they have been left traumatised after hearing her desperate plea for help as flames engulfed the couple’s Wendy house last week.
WATCH: Internal disputes lead to taxis being set alight in Nyanga
A fire at Nyanga taxi rank in Cape Town has destroyed over fifteen vehicles, raising concerns over ongoing violence within the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association.
Cape Town taxi association conflict leads to destruction of vehicles
A fire at Nyanga taxi rank in Cape Town has destroyed over fifteen vehicles, raising concerns over ongoing violence within the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association.
Manenberg car fire claims lives of couple, investigation under way
A couple tragically perished in a car fire in Manenberg, sparking an urgent investigation by local authorities. Witnesses recount the harrowing scene.
Beyoncé makes history and Kendrick Lamar cleans up: the 2025 Grammy Awards recap
The event saw the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé and Sabrina Carpenter taking home the biggest prizes.
City Fire visit schools to teach them about fire safety
The City’s Fire & Rescue Service engages in ongoing fire life and safety education at various facilities and events.
Urgent call for help after Khayelitsha fire affects families and pets
After a devastating fire in Khayelitsha, the Mdzananda Animal Clinic is searching for missing animals and providing support to families left homeless.
Cooking up chaos: Maria Doyle Kennedy dishes on the drama in ‘Recipes for Love and Murder’ season 2
The first episode kicked off with a deadly fire that gutters several homes while an unfaithful wife searches for her missing husband.
From ashes to hope: Kekana family of 11 gets new home in Orlando West
After losing everything in a devastating fire, the Kekana family of 11 from Soweto received a fully-furnished two-bedroom house through government intervention and community support.
Durban Metro Police address fireworks complaints during festive season
Durban Metro Police received 152 complaints about fireworks during the festive season, prompting discussions on enforcement and community concerns
Raubex Group appointed sole contractor for Parliament restoration
DBSA said the project was at a stage where construction was scheduled to start in February.
City of Tshwane celebrates new firefighters at passing out parade
Zanele Nkabinde, a dedicated paramedic, realised her dream of becoming a firefighter after completing a rigorous training programme with the City of Tshwane Emergency Services.
City of Tshwane celebrates new firefighters at passing out parade
Zanele Nkabinde, a dedicated paramedic, realised her dream of becoming a firefighter after completing a rigorous training programme with the City of Tshwane Emergency Services.
Gauteng faces fire equipment shortfall, with only 57 trucks in good condition
Gauteng's emergency services face a critical shortage with only 57 operational fire trucks out of 92, while requiring over 2000 additional firefighters to meet safety standards.