Latest News in South Africa – Monday, 17 October 2022

  • Bokgabo Poo was declared dead.
  • Amakhosi failed to secure the win against the Chilli Boys.
  • Behati Prinsloo is focused on baby no. 3.

Missing 4-year-old Bokgabo Poo confirmed dead – News24

Bokgabo Poo, age 4, who went missing last week in Wattville, Benoni, has been declared dead, News24 reports. Johannes Sibiye, the girl’s stepfather, who has lived with her since she was a newborn, told News24 that police officers came at the family home on Saturday with a photograph of the clothing she was wearing when she went missing. 

“They took her grandmother and mother into the mortuary and they were able to positively identify her,” said Sibiye, her stepfather. “It is exactly the same as Bokgabo. She is dead,” he said. “The family is not doing well, especially the mother. Knowing our daughter died a horrible death is heart-breaking.” Read more here

How old Orlando Pirates style helped beat Kaizer Chiefs – Chippa United’s Mammila – Goal

Amakhosi lost 2-1 against the Chilli Boys at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, preventing them from taking over first place in the Premier Soccer League. Siyabonga Ngezana’s first goal of the season gave the Naturena team the lead in the first half, but they were unable to retain it as they surrendered two goals in the second. Read more here

Behati Prinsloo Is All Smiles As She Shows Off Her Baby Bump After Adam Levine DM Scandal – E! News

Adam Levine admitted a few weeks ago that he had acted inappropriately online in response to cheating rumours. His pregnant wife Behati Prinsloo showed that she is happy and focused on their third child, E! News reports. The former Victoria’s Secret model shared a clip of herself modelling a black maxi-dress by Bumpsuit from her closet on her Instagram Stories on Saturday. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: UCT VC Phakeng lambasted for ‘disgusting’ tweet about late colleague – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: From ‘Hot Girl Hospital’ Nurse to Twerking Workout Coach, Here Are Megan Thee Stallion’s Best Moments While Hosting ‘SNL’: Watch – Billboard

Headline: Satawu vows to intensify Transnet strike as members reject latest salary offer – TimesLIVE

Headline: Partey’s superb defensive impact lifts Arsenal against Leeds United – Goal

Headline: AKA Explores Legal Route Over Cassper Posting Him As Billiato Ambassador – SA Hip Hop Mag

Weather: It will be a wet Monday as thunderstorms are expected across SA – News24

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