Daily news update: Covid-19 stats, 5 arrested for Senzo murder and more trouble for Bushiris

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Covid-19 update: SA breaches the 19,000 death mark, cases at 716,759

Source: Health department

South Africa has a total of 716,759 positive cases of Covid-19 as of Monday, 26 October, the health department has announced.

40 new deaths have also been recorded: 8 from Eastern Cape, 4 from Gauging, 1 from KwaZulu-Natal, 4 from Mpumalanga, 16 from North West and 7 from Western Cape.

This brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths to 19, 008.

Of the 40 deaths, 10 were reported to have occurred in the past 24-48 hours.

Five people finally arrested for Senzo Meyiwa murder

The late Senzo Meyiwa (Photo by Anesh Debiky/Gallo Images)

Sithole denied the arrests were delayed to wait for the exact day of the anniversary of  Meyiwa’s death, saying it was a coincidence the arrests took place on Monday. “It’s something that has coincidentally went together with the cracking of the case. It’s not that we have planned to make this announcement today, because it is the anniversary.”

Meyiwa was ‘assassinated’ – AfriForum

Sifiso Meyiwa , Senzo’s brother, with Afriforum’s advocate Gerrie Nel (Pic AfriForum_

Meyiwa’s death, which was initially believed to have been a botched robbery, is now thought to have been a hit on the Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana captain. Shot in the chest in the presence of his girlfriend, singer Kelly Khumalo, Meyiwa died at the hands of unknown assailants who entered the house, allegedly demanding valuables.

Home Affairs has ‘evidence’ showing Bushiris are in SA illegally – Minister

Self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri. Image: Facebook

Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said his department had uncovered evidence that the couple entered the country using visitors’ visas and conducted business with it – something that is not allowed with that specific documentation.

Motsoaledi explained that two notices to the Bushiris to explain details in their permanent residence applications had been “mysteriously” withdrawn, with the latest one being sent out in August this year.

Four more days behind bars for Bushiri, bail application postponed to Friday

Enlightened Christian Gathering church leader Prophet Shepherd Bushiri with his wife, Mary. Bushiri had earlier expressed unhappiness about the delays in their bail hearing. Picture: Dimpho Maja / African News Agency

Bushiri and his wife, Mary, were arrested last week in connection with charges of fraud and money laundering worth R102 million. The magistrate who heard the bail application on Monday said he could not commit to hearing it in the next coming days until Friday.

Last Friday, the magistrate had said the court was fully booked for the week due to having to prioritise cases delayed by the Covid-19 shutdown. The pastor and his co-accused are expected back in court on Friday.

Transport costs sky high in Gauteng, survey reveals

Taxis parked outside Bree taxi rank in Johannesburg, 22 June 2020, during a strike over government’s R1.135 billion relief fund. Picture: Nigel Sibanda

Gauteng MEC for public transport and roads infrastructure Jacob Mamabolo commended the CSIR for compiling what he described as a “point of reference, data and information put together by an institution that is reputable, has integrity and thrives on excellence”.

Mamabolo described the report as the voice of commuters urging transport stakeholders to implement its findings and improving the lives of all commuters in the province.

‘Gayton and Kenny must be charged’ say angry Riverlea residents

Businessmen Kenny Kunene and Gayton Mckenzie share a light hearted moment. Picture: Alaister Russell

According to David van Wyk, lead researcher at the Benchmark Foundation, of particular concern was an open cast pit less than five metres from a proclaimed heritage sites (George Harrison Park, the site of the first mining licence in Johannesburg granted in 1886); and a Primary School (TC Esterhuysen, established in 1917).

He said the opencast pit presented a constant danger to the primary school and its pupils (aged six to 12 years) and that residents has for the last five years tried to draw the attention of the department of mineral resources but all has been in vain.

1cent deals, slashed prices and pre-signups for Black Friday this year

What can people expect from Black Friday this year? Picture: iStock

Brian Leroni, Massmart corporate affairs executive, said: “Black Friday traditionally sees high concentrations of shoppers in retail stores across the country, which can create a challenging shopping environment. Therefore, we have taken the decision to reimagine the way we do Black Friday in 2020. In an effort to create a more consumer-friendly Black Friday experience while adhering to all Covid-19 and social distancing protocols, Makro and Game have taken the decision to extend the duration of our Black Friday promotion.”

‘I will forever respect him for being a great father’ – Monique Muller

Monique Muller says Katlego Maboe is still a great father. Photo: Instagram

xpresso Morning Show production company Cardova said its decision to pull Maboe off the air was due to serious domestic violence allegations levelled against him.

“Certain serious allegations have been posted on social media about Mr Katlego Maboe and a video was leaked showing Mr Maboe seemingly admitting to cheating on his partner. We have been informed that a legal process relating to the allegations is currently sub judice.”

Miss South Africa 2020 to take home R3m prize package – here’s what she’ll win

Miss South Africa Shudufhadzo Musida.
Image: Instagram

For the first time in the history of the Miss South Africa pageant, the top three finalists (Miss South Africa 2020 and the two runners-up) will represent the country at the world’s three most prestigious pageants – Miss Universe, Miss World and Miss Supranational.

Members Council now in charge of CSA as last remaining board members quit

Sports minister Nathi Mthethwa says there is no point in further engagement with CSA. Picture: AFP

While ensuring independent directors are a majority on the board is one of the major recommendations of the Nicholson Commission, a big focus of the Members Council will be in ensuring these independents are fit to serve cricket, because they have been disappointed with the level of contribution made by the independent directors in recent years.

Five things we learned from DStv Premiership this weekend

Andile Jali of Mamelodi Sundowns challenged by Lebogang Manyama of Kaizer Chiefs during the DSTV Premiership 2020/21 match between Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns at the FNB Stadium. (Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix)

If ever there was any doubts over Sundowns’ capabilities of defending their league title, those doubts were put to rest on Saturday when the Brazilians handed a hapless Amakhosi side a 3-0 drubbing at FNB Stadium. Goals from Peter Shalulile, Kermit Erasmus and Themba Zwane gave the defending a perfect start to the 2020/21 league season.

Hamilton vs Schumacher: What the record books now say

His 92nd win lifted him one clear of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher’s 16 year-old record of 91 wins and opened up a 77 point lead ahead of Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas, who finished second, in the title race. With five races remaining in the coronavirus-affected season, Hamilton is within reach of a record-equalling seventh championship and a record-increasing 100th pole position.

Mild-hybrid Ingenium straight-six petrol Range Rover Sport priced

Facelift Range Rover Sport

Displacing 3.0-litres, and currently offered in select markets outside Europe where petrol is preferred is diesel, the base engine brandishes the P360 nomenclature and slots-in between the four-cylinder Si4 and the soon-to-be outgoing TDV6 turbodiesel with a claimed power output of 265 kW and torque of 450 Nm. Top speed is rated at 209 km/h with the 0-100 km/h sprint taking 6.6 seconds.

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