Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting of Canadian Tourist at Kruger National Park

A concession operator has been arrested and is expected to appear in court soon after a 69-year-old Canadian tourist was fatally shot during a bush braai experience at the Kruger National Park, police confirmed on Thursday.

Earlier on Thursday, African Times reported on the tragic incident, which occurred at a concession-operated picnic and braai site near Phabeni Gate on Wednesday evening.

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The City of Ekurhuleni on Thursday condemned the fatal shooting of five Benoni Taxi Association (BTA) patrollers and two other transport operators in what authorities have described as a senseless act of violence that threatens efforts to bring stability to Gauteng’s public transport sector.

The shooting occurred on Wednesday evening at the Holfontein off-ramp towards Etwatwa along the N12, claiming the lives of five BTA patrollers, a scholar transport driver and an e-hailing driver.

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Soweto side Kaizer Chiefs have announced the arrival of Thabo Moloisane for the upcoming season.

Moloisane is Amakhosi’s first signing in preparation for the 2026/27 season.

Born in Meadowlands, Soweto, the defender joins the Phefeni Glamour Boys from Stellenbosch FC, where he made an impressive 115 appearances over three seasons.

Primarily a centre-back, Moloisane’s quality and consistency earned him two national team call-ups during his time in the Western Cape.

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The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has expelled President Jacob Zuma’s daughter, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, and former party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela with immediate effect, in a dramatic move that underscores growing internal tensions within South Africa’s fastest-growing opposition party.

The announcement was made by MK Party Secretary-General Sibonelo Nomvalo during a media briefing on Thursday, where party leaders outlined preparations for the upcoming local government elections while also taking decisive action against what they described as factionalism and conduct thatREAD MORE

The City of Ekurhuleni’s political and governance crisis has deepened after the municipality’s proposed 2026/27 budget failed to secure council approval for a fourth time, prompting renewed criticism from opposition parties and raising concerns about the metro’s ability to meet statutory deadlines.

The latest rejection places the ANC-led coalition under mounting pressure to secure support for a lawful budget before the end of June, failing which the city could face provincial intervention in terms of Section 139(4) ofREAD MORE

ActionSA has dismissed allegations of internal tensions involving its Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate Xolani Khumalo and his wife, Bokani Moyo, describing the claims as unverified, speculative and factually incorrect.

The allegations, obtained by African Times from multiple sources, suggest that divisions have emerged within the party over Khumalo’s public image and campaign branding ahead of the upcoming local government elections.

However, no documentary evidence had been provided to African Times confirming claims that Moyo had been removed asREAD MORE

A 69-year-old Canadian tourist has died following what authorities believe was an accidental firearm discharge during a bush braai experience at the Kruger National Park, prompting a police investigation into the tragic incident.

The fatal shooting occurred on Wednesday evening at a concession-operated picnic and braai site near Phabeni Gate, one of the main entrances to the world-renowned wildlife reserve.

According to preliminary information released by South African National Parks (SANParks), a private guide attached to aREAD MORE

Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has called on the critics to “just shut up” ahead of South Africa’s second match at the World Cup.

Broos’s men will battle Czech Republic on Thursday evening in Atlanta, USA, after a disastrous 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico a week ago.

The Belgian was heavily criticised for setting out a formation that had five defenders and three central midfielders against theREAD MORE

Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed the appointment of Fernando da Cruz as Head Coach.

He has signed a two-year contract with a one-year option, effective 1 July 2026.

Born in France, Da Cruz comes highly qualified with a UEFA Pro Licence, the highest coaching certification in football.

He worked briefly with Chiefs during pre-season two years ago before joining the Moroccan Football Federation, where he served as Technical Director until the end of June.

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The African National Congress (ANC), South Africa’s governing party, has publicly distanced itself from the recent wave of xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals, emphasising that such actions are incompatible with the country’s democratic values and human rights commitments.

Speaking in Maputo during an official visit to Mozambique, ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula condemned the attacks and reiterated the party’s opposition to any form of xenophobic violence.

“We are against any xenophobic persecution because these tendencies are inhumane,” MbalulaREAD MORE