City Power Cuts Off Lenasia Petrol Stations, Shopping Centre, and Mortuary in Crackdown on R60 Million Unpaid Electricity Bills

City Power Cuts Off Lenasia Petrol Stations, Shopping Centre, and Mortuary in Crackdown on R60 Million Unpaid Electricity Bills

ByChike

City Power, Johannesburg’s power utility, recently carried out a major operation in Lenasia, disconnecting the electricity supply to ten businesses with unpaid bills totaling R60 million. This move is part of a larger crackdown to address non-payment and illegal connections in the area. According to City Power spokesperson, Isaac Mangena, Lenasia is currently in arrears with…

Joshlin Smith: Charges withdrawn against one suspect, case set for pre-trial in high court

Joshlin Smith: Charges withdrawn against one suspect, case set for pre-trial in high court

ByChike

All charges have been withdrawn against one of the suspects implicated in the disappearance of Joshlin Smith. Joshlin’s mother, Raquel ‘Kelly’ Smith, her boyfriend, Jacquen ‘Boeta’ Appolis, Stevano van Rhyn, and Lourentia Lombaard appeared in the Vredenburg Magistrate’s Court on Monday. The group faces charges of kidnapping and trafficking in persons for exploitation. The State alleges Joshlin was sold for…

PRESS RELEASE: Fact-checks on presidential degree fraud, impact of climate crisis on women the winners of 2024 African Fact-Checking Awards

PRESS RELEASE: Fact-checks on presidential degree fraud, impact of climate crisis on women the winners of 2024 African Fact-Checking Awards

ByChike

ACCRA. Chiagozie Nwonwu, Fauziyya Tukur and Olaronke Alo were this year’s winners of the “Fact Check of the Year” by a Working Journalist’ category at the African Fact-Checking Awards ceremony in Ghana on 10 October. Their winning entry addressed the controversy surrounding the eligibility of Bola Tinubu, the ruling party’s candidate for Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election. Nwonwu and his colleagues on…

Hot Farm: A Freshly Packaged Scam Disguised as Agricultural Investment

Hot Farm: A Freshly Packaged Scam Disguised as Agricultural Investment

ByChike

On the surface, Hot Farm—or Hot Farm Agricultural Technology, as they officially call themselves—appears to be an ambitious venture. With a neatly printed CIPC registration certificate dated June 2024 and a director named Lepapa Gerard Ramphoko, they project an air of legitimacy. But don’t be fooled: a registration certificate and a director’s name are no…

Top 3 Best Bank Accounts for SASSA Social Grants: A Guide to Affordable and Convenient Options

Top 3 Best Bank Accounts for SASSA Social Grants: A Guide to Affordable and Convenient Options

ByChike

Discover the Most Affordable and Convenient Bank Accounts for Receiving Your SASSA Grant Payments in South Africa If you’re a recipient of SASSA social grants, selecting the right bank account can make a significant difference in your financial experience. With numerous options available, it’s essential to choose an account that is not only affordable but also…