The South African Weather Service has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms to hit KwaZulu-Natal on Monday. The province can expect heavy rainfall, strong winds, and hail. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions and stay informed about weather conditions. The severe thunderstorms are expected to cause disruptions, and people are urged to be prepared for possible flash flooding.
In addition to KwaZulu-Natal, seven provinces across South Africa are expected to experience showers on Monday. The provinces that will be affected include Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West, Free State, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape. While the showers are expected to be widespread, the severity of the weather conditions is not expected to be as high as in KwaZulu-Natal.
The Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, has confirmed that three persons of interest have been taken in for questioning in connection with the murders of nine women in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. The police are still investigating the matter and have not yet conclusively established that a serial killer is responsible. The murders have raised concerns about the safety of women in South Africa.
The police investigation into the Ekurhuleni murders is ongoing, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. The case has garnered widespread attention, with President Cyril Ramaphosa vowing to use surveillance technology to help curb the killings. The police are working to identify the perpetrator and bring them to justice.
In other news, a South African journalist, Micah Reddy, and his local fixer have gone missing in Djibouti. The circumstances surrounding their disappearance are not yet clear, and authorities are working to ensure their safe return. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of journalists working in difficult environments.
The South African football league, PSL, has been in action over the weekend, with several matches taking place. Kaizer Chiefs were held to a goalless draw by Golden Arrows, while Pirates kept Sundowns looking over their shoulder after sinking Gallants. The league is heating up, with teams competing for the top spot.
A court has ordered a former Chief Information Officer of the V&A Waterfront to pay nearly R2.9 million after being found guilty of an employment scam. The court ruling brings to a close a lengthy and complex case that has been ongoing for some time. The V&A Waterfront has been working to recover losses incurred as a result of the scam.
Key points
- Severe thunderstorms are expected to hit KwaZulu-Natal on Monday.
- Showers are forecasted in seven provinces across South Africa.
- Three persons of interest have been taken in for questioning in connection with the Ekurhuleni murders.
