What’s On Gauteng: Top Articles In Gauteng For 11 June 2025
These are a collection of the top articles in Gauteng for 11 June 2025.
Temba Bavuma: Winning Another Major Cricket Title Would Be Special for SA
South Africa’s campaign to finally secure a major cricket title resumes on a grand stage – Lord’s in London. Here, the Proteas lock horns with long-standing rivals Australia in the World Test Championship final on Wednesday. The matchup promises high drama, as both sides vie for supremacy in the ultimate format of the game.
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Gauteng’s Kidnapping Crisis: What Needs to Be Done?
Gauteng, South Africa’s economic powerhouse, has unfortunately gained a troubling reputation as the nation’s kidnapping capital. Recent crime statistics paint a stark picture: the province now accounts for over half of all reported kidnappings across the country, showing an alarming 15.8% increase between January and March 2025 compared to the previous year.
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Mango Airline Sold: SAA to Get Nominal Fee as New Owners Take Over
Mango Airlines, the South African low-cost carrier grounded since July 2021, is on the verge of resuming operations. This follows its sale to new private owners. The transaction has been in the works for several years and is now in its final stages. South African Airways (SAA), Mango’s current owner, will receive a nominal fee of about R1,000 as part of the deal.
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A Win For Gauteng SAPS: Breakthrough in Likhona Fose Case: Suspect Apprehended
Police have made a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of 14-year-old Likhona Fose. A 39-year-old man was arrested and formally charged with her murder on 10 June 2025, marking a critical development in this high-profile case.
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New Covid-19 Variant NB.1.8.1 Spreads in Asia — What It Means for South Africa, Says NICD
As the world adapts to life alongside Covid-19, a new variant, NB.1.8.1, has surfaced and is rapidly spreading across Asia, drawing global attention. South African health authorities are actively monitoring the situation and have assured the public that, for now, the country faces no immediate threat. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) and Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi have both provided updates, outlining the steps South Africa is taking to stay prepared
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