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The Director-General of the Department of International Economic Affairs of the Foreign Ministry of China, Li Kexin, has scrapped words that the BRICS community was an “Anti-West” group. Video: Kamogelo Moichela/IOL

The Director-General of the Department of International Economic Affairs of the Foreign Ministry of China, Li Kexin, briefs the media on the outcomes of the 15th BRICS summit. Video: Kamogelo Moichela/IOL

Alleged cop killer Daniel Wilfred Albert appeared in the Kimberley Magistrate Court on Thursday. He is charged with the murder of two Kimberely Flying Squad cops. Video: SAPS

In a short video clip where the king was addressing the nation solely on this matter, His Majesty dismissed any suggestions that he had gotten rid of his spokesperson.

Anti crime activist Roegshanda Pascoe tearfully said that since she and her family were placed in witness protection in 2019, it has been a roller coaster of emotions, and they were now faced with further trauma as the date drew closer for them to be moved out of safe accommodation.

Roegshanda Pascoe tearfully said that since she and her family were placed in witness protection in 2019, it has been a roller coaster of emotions, and they were now faced with further trauma as the date drew closer for them to be moved out of safe accommodation.

Traffic along Epping Avenue came to a halt on Wednesday as a group of high school laaities rioted over a soccer tournament, shutting the road.

WATCH | Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, Police Oversight and Community Safety, MEC Reagen Allen, and Provincial Police Commissioner Thembisile Patekile unpack the first quarter crime statistics for the province. Video: Ayanda Ndamane/African News Agency(ANA)

One person was killed and nine others injured in an attempted cash-in-transit (CIT) heist in the Durban CBD on Tuesday morning. SAPS spokesman Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed the incident and the matter is under investigation.

Caroline Michael, the woman who was violently robbed in Musgrave in Durban, urged women to carry on living despite the situation they find themselves in.

The provincial secretary of the ANC in the Free State province says they are the product of fraud. Video: Supplied

Ghanaian Broadcast Journalist, Clara Mlano, speaks to IOL on the expansion of the BRICS membership. Video: Kamogelo Moichela/IOL

Sorry, but massive petrol and diesel price hikes still on the cards for September Earlier this month IOL reported that early month data was pointing to huge fuel price increases for September 2023, affecting both petrol and diesel. Unfortunately, heading into the final part of the month, the outlook has deteriorated even further. According to the latest daily snapshot from the Central Energy Fund, 95 Unleaded petrol is looking set to increase by R1.60 per litre, while diesel is in the red to the tune of around R2.75. Should the above predictions hold true, South African motorists will end up paying around R23.70 for a litre of 95 Unleaded at the coast and R24.43 in the inland regions such as Gauteng, where 93 ULP would rise to around R24.03. The last time we saw petrol this expensive was in June 2022, when inland 95 ULP hit R24.17 per litre, before rising to a record high of R26.74 the following month. The wholesale price of 50ppm diesel, meanwhile, is likely to rise to around R22.57 at the coast and R23.28 inland, which is still somewhat below the 2022 record of R25.75. Keep in mind that the above predictions are based on unaudited data and that the outlook could change between now and month-end. The official petrol and diesel prices for September 2023 are expected to be announced by the Department of Minerals and Energy Resources on Monday, September 4, with the actual adjustments taking place on Wednesday, September 6. The Automobile Association warns that the huge diesel price increase will eventually lead to higher grocery bills, among other things. “These surges in prices will pile pressure on all diesel users, but particularly large users in the agricultural, retail, manufacturing, and retail sectors. Consumers should brace for increases at the till as costs are recovered through higher prices,” the association said. The forecast increases come as a result of a weaker South African rand and higher international oil prices. At the time of writing the local currency was trading at R18.67 to the US dollar, somewhat above its R18.28 average for the previous month, while Brent Crude oil was listed at $84.03. According to Reuters, oil production cuts by Saudi Arabia and its OPEC⁺ allies are expected to put moderate pressure on oil markets for the rest of this year and into early 2024.

Fossil fuel protest against China at innesfree park Sandton during the Brics Summit in Johannesburg

Heads of BRICS states gathered for a family photo before entering the plenary hall where deep discussions around the BRICS potential for inclusive global economic recovery, BRICS expansion and other topics would be discussed. Video: Kailene Pillay

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa briefs members of the media on the state of load shedding following a signing of several trade agreements with Chinese companies aimed at increasing energy capacity in SA

After two years in the making, the Domestic Animal Rescue Group’s clinic is ready for its furry patients. The guest of honour at the launch of the Rush Ndou Community Clinic, on Saturday, was Mr Miyagee, a long-coat chihuahua that is hailed as the country’s smallest celebrity dog.

A Crawford couple has accused Athlone SAPS of being slapgat after three cops failed to chase after their hijackers, minutes after they were attacked in front of their home.

This is how the cash heist in central Durban on Tuesday morning unfolded. A street vendor was killed and others were injured during the incident. The area around the Pietermaritzburg-bound taxis is currently sealed off by the police. Video: Supplied

NC KZN provincial secretary, Bheki Mtolo encouraged Ladysmith branches to rebel against "unelected leadership". Video: ANC KZN - Facebook

South African president, Cyril Ramaphosa bestows the Order of Mapungubwe - South Africa's highest order - to People's Republic of China President Xi Jinping

Leading the delegation, ANC National Chairperson, Gwede Mantashe, met with President Lula Da Silva of Brazil to discuss matters on coalitions, poverty and unemployment. ANC Secretary General, Fikile Mbalula weighed in on matters discussed in the meeting. Video: Kamogelo Moichela/IOL