Kidnapped businessman rescued, wanted Mozambican kidnapper fatally wounded

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KEMPTON PARK - The South African Police Service (SAPS) Anti-Kidnapping Task Team has safely reunited an Indian businessman with his family following a shootout with an alleged mastermind behind the businessman’s kidnapping. The businessman was found in Alexandra in a shack shortly after midnight on Thursday, 04 September 2025. His rescue follows a shooting in which the alleged mastermind behind his kidnapping was shot and killed during confrontation with police officers near the R21 in Kempton Park on Wednesday evening. The suspect who goes by the nickname “Dollarman” is a wanted kidnapping kingpin in both SA and in Mozambique. He is on SERNIC which is Mozambique’s wanted persons database where he was a wanted for several kidnapping for ransoms cases. In SA he was also linked to at least five kidnapping for ransom cases as well as other cases of housebreaking, carjacking and possession of unlicensed firearms. From July 2021 to date more than 337 kidnappers have been arrest...
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Hollywoodbets Durban July “Marvels of Mzansi” theme previewed before weekend showdown

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UMHLANGA ROCKS - Gateway’s Hollywoodbets Durban July Preview Fashion Show lit up the retail destination with an explosion of creative talent, treating shoppers, VIP guests, designers and models to an incredible experience of style, music and flair.

Gateway Theatre of Shopping pulled out all the stops and, by opening up the event to the public, who lined the balconies to watch from elevated vantage points as the event unfolded beneath, brought the Hollywoodbets Durban July fashion up close and personal.

Adding to the spectacle, there were dance performances from Leventus Events, a live musical performance by Veranda Panda and East Coast Radio (ECR) presenter Stacey Norman introduced the show.

The fashion spectacular pulled together three pillars of Hollywoodbets Durban July fashion by showcasing the creations of nine Durban Fashion Fair Rising Stars designers, the creations from the top 10 finalists of the Young Designers Award and the stylish interpretations from the six top professionals as part of the Invited Designers Showcase presented by Dove.

Gateway’s own retail stars also strutted their latest collections, with brands like Boss, Fabiani, Al Capone, Forever New, The Space, and Young Designers Emporium (YDE) demonstrating that runway-ready looks are just a shopping bag away.

Each creation was a reflection of this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July “Marvels of Mzansi” theme – and what a display it was. Drawing on South Africa’s vibrant tapestry of cultures, tribes and nationalities, landscapes, and wealth beneath our soil, to the more burlesque, unique elements that make us proud to be part of this colourful nation.

While the Invited Designer Showcase and Rising Stars collections offer designers the platform to show off their talent and expertise, the Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award encourages young aspiring fashion students and colleges the chance to compete – with prizes valued at a total of R200 000, including bursaries for the students and colleges, it provides a unique opportunity to catapult a career. All made possible by sponsorship of the Hollywood Foundation, Race Coast, SA Fashion Week, Schweppes and Gateway Theatre of Shopping.

Adding a futuristic edge to tradition, cutting-edge car manufacturer Omoda joined the celebration by backing Invited Designer Khosi Nkosi. The dynamic design house, led by husband-and-wife duo Nobukhozi and Thabo Mukwevho, has already made waves at Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks.

They are collaborating with the car manufacturer on their Ndlovukazi campaign in a tribute to African royalty and beauty, with the Omoda C7 serving as the canvas for this unique promotion.

“Our partnership with Khosi Nkosi is a celebration of cultural power and creative expression,” said Shannon Gahagan, Brand and Marketing Manager for Omoda & Jaecoo South Africa. “Through the Ndlovukazi campaign and this bespoke Omoda C7 wrap, we’re proud to honour heritage in a way that moves the story forward.”

As the countdown to Africa’s most prestigious horse racing event continues, all eyes now turn to Greyville for the Hollywoodbets Durban July on July 5. Where fashion meets the finish line in a spectacle not to be missed.

More information can be found at www.hollywoodbetsdurbanjuly.co.za

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