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Mimi Mfundisi

A multi-talented and multilingual writer who specializes in fictional and non-fictional writing, research, editing, and translation. She has always been passionate about languages from a young age and has completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Science from the University of South Africa. She boasts a flair for languages, a knack for research, and a hard nose for journalism.

Prison Journalism: My first two days in Pollsmoor Prison

By Mimi Mfundisi 20-06-23 14:36

If I may take you back to the first time I entered prison, it felt like stepping into an entirely different world. I had no idea what to expect or what would be demanded of me. As I entered the prison, the air was filled with shouts from people asking, “Who are you?” “Where are […]

Rugby Championships 2023

All love between Springbok duo vying for same spot

By Mimi Mfundisi 15-06-23 19:10

They might be vying for the same position in the Springbok team, but Ox Nche says there’s no competition between him and Steven Kitshoff, who he says inspires him to be a better player. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a Rugby Championship training squad of 40 players – which features a handful of overseas based players – […]

Mariah Carey belonged to LA Pride this past Saturday!

By Mimi Mfundisi 12-06-23 18:25

Mariah Carey’s Lambs had the time of their lives at Los Angeles Pride this past Saturday. Yes, Songbird Supreme made a show-stopping appearance at LA Pride. MARIAH CAREY ANNOUNCES HER PRIDE PLANS On Wednesday last week, the elusive chanteuse took to her Instagram to share her excitement over her impending performance. In a clip wearing a […]

Cancer: how it’s caused by food and water contamination

By Mimi Mfundisi 07-06-23 13:00

Contamination of food and water is a global public health concern – researchers are studying how it causes cancer. Arsenic is a naturally occurring element found in the Earth’s crust. Exposure to arsenic, often through contaminated food and water, is associated with various negative health effects, including cancer. Arsenic exposure is a global public health […]

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My daughter is thriving in her online high school

By Mimi Mfundisi 07-06-23 16:45

UCT Online High School ensures that my child has access to top-quality educators, who are responsive and supportive whenever they are needed. As a parent of a learner at UCT Online High School in South Africa, we naturally approached this new mode of learning with caution. At the time of investigating high school options for […]

Thulani Hlatshwayo thanks Gavin Hunt for career revival

By Mimi Mfundisi 07-06-23 12:48

Thulani Hlatshwayo has expressed his gratitude to coach Gavin Hunt for reviving his career at SuperSport United this season. BREAKING | Orlando Pirates star Lorch found guilty of assault! The 33-year-old defender was released by Orlando Pirates where he spent a frustrating few years following his switch from Bidvest Wits. THULANI HLATSHWAYO NAMED SUPERSPORT UNITED’S PLAYER OF THE YEAR He joined Matsatsantsa at […]

At last PRASA partly opens Cape Town’s Central Line

PRASA Chairperson shown the door

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 23:08

Leonard Ramatlakane reportedly used the entity’s Cape Town property meant for company executives to house his family since December. The Department of Transport has announced that it has relieved Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa(PRASA) board member and Chairperson Leonard Ramatlakane of his duties. LUXURY LIVING The decision comes after an investigation revealed that Ramatlakane […]

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Rand Report: Rand finds stability as US debt deal concludes

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 23:02

The South African rand has been spiraling lately, recording all-time lows against major currencies. More in this weekly rand report. The South African rand has been spiraling lately, recording all-time lows against major currencies. Confidence in South Africa is plummeting, with political problems taking center stage and conveniently diverting attention from the ever-present load shedding […]

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DA requests probe into pregnant migrants forced to pay bribes

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:45

The DA alleges that foreign mothers-to-be are being belittled and forced to pay bribes for access to birthing facilities and assistance. The DA says it will be requesting an investigation into the alleged abuse of pregnant migrants at a government hospital in Gauteng. DA TO APPROACH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION AND HEALTH OMBUD In a statement, […]

Chippa United re-appoint Morgan Mammila!

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:39

Chippa United have officially re-appointed Morgan Mammila as their ‘new’ head coach ahead of the start of the 2023-24 PSL season. Chippa United have officially re-appointed Morgan Mammila as their ‘new’ head coach ahead of the start of the 2023-24 PSL season. Mammila returns to the club he left a few months ago after being sacked, and […]

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Andile Jali set for sensational return to Orlando Pirates!

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:13

Former Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali is set for a sensational return to Orlando Pirates if local media reports are to be believed. READ | ORLANDO PIRATES PART WAYS WITH LONG-SERVING COACH According to a source known to FARPost, Pirates stand a good chance to sign Jali who spent four years with them between 2009 and 2013. Jali is currently a free agent […]

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‘Covid-19 vaccine didn’t kill Eusebius McKaiser’ – Redi Tlhabi says

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 22:05

Former journalist and author, Redi Thlabi says the Covid-19 vaccine was not the cause of Eusebius McKaiser’s death. Beloved broadcaster and author Eusebius McKaiser’s friend, Redi Thlabi says he did not die because he took the Covid-19 vaccine as many on social media have claimed following his sudden passing. The former Radio 702 host revealed this during […]

Streaming TODAY: New streaming releases on 6 June 2023

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 21:37

Looking for something to watch tonight? Check out all the new streaming releases from all your favourite platforms. Scrolling through Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney Plus to find something to watch can be a hustle, that is why we give you daily updates on what to stream. Here are the new streaming releases for TODAY: […]

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Kaizer Chiefs dodge a bullet and other big PSL transfer rumours

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 21:03

Today’s hottest PSL transfer rumours look at a huge update on the future of Kaizer Chiefs star Khama Billiat and their pursuit of Mendieta. Kaizer Chiefs may have dodged a bullet in the transfer market if the latest PSL rumours are to be believed. Read on for more on their pursuit of Junior Mendieta and […]

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Helen Joseph Hospital without water, R550 million unspent budget

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 16:24

Patients and staff at Helen Joseph Hospital have been battling with terrible conditions after being without water for almost a week. Staff and patients at Helen Joseph Hospital have endured terrible conditions without adequate water since last week Thursday, 1 June 2023. ALSO READ: LIST: Here is the official petrol and diesel price list for June WATER […]

Curing jet lag: A sleep expert has the answer

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 16:14

If you’ve ever been a victim of that horrible stuff called jet lag, one sleep expert has all the answers on how to cure it fast… JET LAG WOES CAN NOW BE A THING OF THE PAST Travelling can be incredible and rewarding and is regarded as one of the many pleasures of life, but […]

NINE POLICE TIPS to avoid falling for romance scammers

Romance scam: KZN women scammed almost R100k by fake pilot

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 15:57

The man who scammed women from KZN promised to marry them and visit South Africa, would ask them to send R5000 daily. Four women from different towns in Kwazulu-Natal were reportedly scammed of almost R100 000 by a fake pilot who promised to marry them. In 2022, three women from KZN including two single mothers aged […]

Monkeys attack University of Venda staff member

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-06-23 15:43

The University of Venda has warned its students and staff to be on the lookout for monkeys that are violently attacking people. UNIVEN (The University of Venda) on Thursday, 1 June warned students, staff, and its university community to be on the lookout for monkeys that are violently attacking people. ALSO READ:Viral Video: Monkeys using […]

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DA strongly condemns brutal murder of prominent Limpopo businesswoman

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 20:16

The DA says it will continue to lobby for an increase in rural safety so that farmers and farm workers enjoy protection. The Democratic Alliance (DA) has strongly condemned the brutal murder of a prominent businesswoman and a family member at a hotel in Limpopo. MANHUNT LAUNCHED AFTER LIMPOPO BUSINESSOWAN MURDER The brutal attack occurred at a hotel […]

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Rainfall forecast: Another cold front to make landfall this week

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 20:10

The rainfall forecast predicts a break from the rain on Monday and Tuesday. However, a cold front is set to make landfall on Wednesday. The South African Weather Service’s (SAWS) rainfall forecast for the week shed light on the expected weather conditions for the country. Another cold front is expected to make landfall in the west […]

Doring Bay Abalone, a land-based aquaculture farm, produces about 60 tonnes of Haliotis midae abalone per year. Photos: Ashraf Hendricks

Police seize R1million worth of abalone in Makhanda

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 20:03

Bloemfontein becoming a hot destination for abalone, as two major arrests worth over a million were headed to the City of Roses. This past weekend, police have seized large quantities of abalone in the Eastern Cape and Free State with both consignments allegedly heading to Bloemfontein. In the latest arrest, a 46-year-old suspect was apprehended and […]

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South African Sign Language granted official language status

By Mimi Mfundisi 05-06-23 19:57

The National Assembly recently approved the South African Sign Language (SASL) as the 12th official language in the country. Until now, the South African Constitution provided for 11 official languages, which include Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, siSwati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga, Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, isiXhosa and isiZulu. ALSO READ: Parliament passes bill to make sign language SA’s official language The […]

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