Significant fuel price reductions are expected in South Africa, with petrol prices predicted to drop by 85 to 98 cents per litre in April. The Joshlin Smith disappearance trial continues to reveal unsettling claims, while the driver of a fatal bus crash faces culpable homicide charges after the tragic incident claimed 13 lives.
In South Africa, significant relief for motorists is anticipated in April, with petrol prices projected to decrease by 85 to 98 cents per litre and diesel by 86 to 87 cents. This reduction follows four months of price increments and coincides with a drop in international oil prices, which have fallen below $70 per barrel due to concerns regarding a global economic slowdown and U.S. tariffs on major trading partners, as reported by IOL.
In a related legal development, the trial regarding the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith, who went missing in February 2024 from Saldanha Bay, continues to unfold. Evangelist Nico Steven Coetzee has testified that racquel ‘Kelly’ Smith, Joshlin’s mother, had expressed concerns about having her children taken away prior to the incident. Coetzee recounted incidents where Kelly suggested the child might be hidden, and TikToker Shakeerah Ganief corroborated this by recounting Kelly’s defensiveness when asked about Joshlin’s whereabouts. The trial includes charges against Kelly, her boyfriend Jacquen Appollis, and their friend Steveno van Rhyn for kidnapping and human trafficking.
Furthermore, the driver of a City of Ekurhuleni bus involved in a tragic accident on the R21 highway, claiming 13 lives, now faces charges of culpable homicide. The bus, which was transporting 88 passengers from Katlehong to Kempton Park at the time of the incident, had been confirmed as roadworthy with a valid certification issued earlier this year. Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced that the police have initiated a case against the driver as investigations into the crash proceed, according to EWN.
In summary, South Africa is poised for a notable decrease in fuel prices in April, providing much-needed relief to consumers amid fluctuating international oil costs. Concurrently, the ongoing trial about the disappearance of Joshlin Smith raises unsettling allegations concerning her mother, while the driver of a fatal bus crash faces serious legal repercussions as investigations continue. These events underscore significant developments in national news that impact public safety and the economy.
Original Source: allafrica.com
