Latest News in South Africa – Monday, 3 October 2022

  • A “sophisticated” hidden surveillance device was found in André de Ruyter’s car.
  • Cassper Nyovest wins the celebrity boxing match against Priddy Ugly.
  • Manchester City moves within one point of Premier League leaders Arsenal.

André de Ruyter’s car bugged with ‘highly sophisticated device’ – TimesLIVE (for subscribers)

Last week, a “sophisticated bug” was detected in the vehicle of André de Ruyter, CEO of Eskom.

An initial assessment by a forensics business revealed that the gadget is “typically used by law enforcement and intelligence agencies” and investigators say it is “not commercially available on the open market”, TimesLIVE reports. 

“I was in the back of my Volvo when I saw something strange on the floor underneath the driver’s seat,” he said. “The device — a motherboard filled with microchips — immediately looked out of place. I assume it was stuck to the bottom of the seat and must have shaken loose.” Read more here

A pretty ugly showing for Priddy Ugly who didn’t last one round against Cassper – EWN

In a much-anticipated boxing match between rappers Cassper Nyovest and Priddy Ugly, Cassper Nyovest beat Priddy Ugly in just one round.

Five rounds were planned for the fight, which took place at Times Square Arena in Pretoria on Saturday night. Read more here

Haaland, Foden hat-tricks help City hit United for 6 in Manchester derby – News24

Erling Haaland and Phil Foden each scored three goals as Manchester City beat Manchester United 6-3 on Sunday to move within one point of Premier League leaders Arsenal.

“Haaland has scored hat-tricks in each of his last three Premier League home games to take his tally as a City player to 17 in 10 competitive games for the English champions.” Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Stage 3 to continue until Thursday morning – News24

Headline: Ramaphosa most suitable to take ANC forward says his Chiawelo branch – EWN

Headline: Beyoncé Celebrates Her Sister Solange’s New Music Made For the New York City Ballet – Elle Magazine

Headline: Bucs Reserves Bounce Back with Derby Victory – Orlando Pirates

Headline: Kanye West Makes Runway Debut As Model In Mud-Filled Fashion Show – Huffington Post

Weather: Sweltering conditions forecast for most of SA – News24

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