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Ace Magashule is on the brink of expulsion from the ANC

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:51

Ace Magashule’s fate hangs in the balance as a disciplinary committee recommends his expulsion from the ANC. Former ANC Secretary-General Ace Magushule is staring expulsion from the political party in the face after a disciplinary committee recommended, he be kicked out for illegally suspending party president Cyril Ramaphosa in May 2021. READ: Hawks pounce on pangolin peddlers […]

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Jordaan bid SA to host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:44

Jordaan spoke about plans to create a women’s professional league in SA and why the FIFA Women’s World Cup was crucial to the project. South African Football Association (SAFA) President Dr Danny Jordaan travelled to the Confederation of African Football’s headquarters (CAF) in Cairo, Egypt on 29 May to brief the continental governing body on […]

R200 million cocaine theft from Hawks offices

Hawks pounce on pangolin peddlers – four arrested

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:35

The Hawks arrested four men for allegedly attempting to sell endangered pangolins for R200 000 in Mahikeng, North West. Four men were arrested for allegedly attempting to sell two pangolins in Mahikeng, North West on Tuesday, 30 May. READ: SASSA ‘Shoprite loans’: Agency distances itself from another online scam HAWKS NAB MEN FOR ATTEMPTED SALE OF […]

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Springbok legend ‘Beast’ Mtawarira hands over RWC trophy

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:25

Celebrations are taking place throughout France this week to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. Celebrations are taking place throughout France this week to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. MUST READ | Sharks snap up Springbok front rower World Rugby confirmed that the Webb Ellis Cup arrived […]

SASSA ‘Shoprite loans’: Agency distances itself from another online scam

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 19:56

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) issued a stern warning against an online scam claiming a loan partnership with Shoprite exists. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) distanced itself from an online scam circulating that claims the agency is involved in a loan partnership with supermarket Shoprite. READ: Police unveil more details about Warren […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Wednesday,31 May’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 31-05-23 21:36

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 31 May 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Wednesday, 31 […]

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Lotto: Here are Wednesday, 31 May’s numbers and results

By Sonja Baartman 31-05-23 21:01

Are you ready for the 31 May 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re South Africa’s latest overnight millionaire. FOR THE LATEST SA EXPAT NEWS VISIT SAPEOPLE If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play then you might just strike gold here. Let’s have a […]

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Range Rover Sport SV: View the most powerful Range Rover yet

By Garrin Lambley 31-05-23 18:34

The new Range Rover Sport SV is billed as the brand’s most powerful model yet, and the 467kW performance flagship is headed to South Africa. The 2023 Range Rover Sport SV has broken cover and the big news is the performance flagship’s BMW-sourced mild-hybrid system coupled to a twin-turbo V8 engine delivering 467kW and 750Nm […]

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South Africans ditch DStv, gym memberships as times get rough

By Garrin Lambley 31-05-23 18:19

DStv is among the biggest casualties of household budget-cutting exercises as South Africans struggle to make ends meet. WIN | SOCCER QUIZ | FIVE simple answers could win you R500 in cash! That is according to a recent survey conducted by online research company InfoQuest. Some 300 nationally-representative consumers were asked what policies or contracts they had […]

Pretoria entrepreneurs overcome rejection by major retailers

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 18:09

In the face of rejection from major retailers, two determined entrepreneurs from Pretoria have taken matters into their own hands. With major retailers rejecting their products, two Pretoria entrepreneurs took it upon themselves to open their own shop. Today, the start-up retails over 500 products produced locally by inventors facing a similar challenge. The frustration […]

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Crime Stats: Top 10 home burglary hotspots in the country

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 17:55

Plessislaer police station recorded the highest number of home robbery and burglary cases in the country with a total of 390 cases. An average of over 500 homes are broken into everyday in South Africa between January and March this year. These are some of the crime statistics released by Police Minister Bheki Cele on […]

E-waste company revolutionizes electronic recycling in SA

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 16:56

Basadi E-Waste, an innovative recycling company owned by Kgothatso Ndema, is making waves in South Africa’s e-waste sector. Basadi E-Waste recycling company is driven by a woman who is determined to recycle electronics of Information Technology (IT) equipment. This innovative e-waste company is owned by Kgothatso Ndema (33) from Soshanguve, Gauteng. ALSO READ: City of Ekurhuleni […]

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Ugandan president signs anti-gay legislation law with death penalty

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 16:07

Uganda’s president has signed a new anti-gay legislation law, supported by many East African countries but condemned by human rights activists. President Yoweri Museveni has signed a bill that does not criminalise those who identify as homosexual. This is a concern for many campaigners who condemned a draft that was presented earlier. The new law […]

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Tigray village survived the destructive war in Ethiopia

By Hennely Nel 31-05-23 16:03

The war waged by the Ethiopian Federal Government and Eritrea against the Tigray regional government, which lasted from November 2020 to November 2022, caused massive devastation. Multiple war crimes were reported and there were claims of genocidal intent. A starvation campaign led to the death of at least 300,000 civilian victims. One of the places […]

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Springboks in 2023: NINE new faces vying for World Cup spots

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 15:55

The Springboks are seemingly repeating what worked for them in 2019 but Rassie Erasmus has refused to stick exactly to the playbook. Split squads – tick. Arriving well before schedule – tick. Similar squad to four years ago – tick, well sort of … The mainstay of the defending champions will be on the plane […]

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Warren Rhoode murder: Police reveal more details, offer reward

By Hennely Nel 31-05-23 15:48

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Western Cape is offering a reward for information about the murder of Warren Rhoode, 30, the son of Major-General Wally Rhoode, who heads President Cyril Ramaphosa’s protection unit. READ: Warren Rhoode: Son of Presidential Protection Unit head found dead in Cape Town WARREN RHOODE FOUND STABBED IN DELFT Rhoode’s body […]

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Sterling rises but sticky inflation remains in focus

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 15:43

As the Sterling rises against a weaker dollar on Tuesday, stickier than expected British inflation remains in focus ahead of a quiet week for the country’s data calendar. Reuters: As the Sterling rises against a weaker dollar on Tuesday, stickier than expected British inflation remains in focus ahead of a quiet week for the country’s […]

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Author Zoleka Mandela shares another health update

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 15:32

Prayers and well wishes would continue to pour in for celebrity author Zoleka. Zoleka Mandela shared an update on her health, she revealed that on Saturday she collapsed due to another brain tumour. Zozo has been resilient in her fight against cancer. She has asked people to continue praying for her. In an Instagram post […]

Plastic recycling is failing – here’s how the world must respond

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 14:45

The global recycling capacity is unable to keep up with the relentless cycle of resource extraction, production, and waste generation. Recycling was once considered the obvious solution to the excessive amount of new (or virgin) plastic produced each year. This is no longer realistic. Global recycling capacity simply cannot keep up with the taking, making […]

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Rassie Erasmus: Go inside the mind of the Springboks boss

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 14:28

Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is faced with a number of tough calls in getting the best 33 players onto the World Cup plane. As we’ve learnt in the past, sometimes Rassie Erasmus talks a bit too much. But other times, he lets fans of the Springboks inside the inner workings of his rugby […]

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SA ranks 25th in World Press Freedom Index

By Hennely Nel 31-05-23 13:53

One of the most important features of an effective democracy is a free media. We should therefore be encouraged by the recent release of the latest World Press Freedom Index, in which South Africa significantly improved its ranking, moving up ten places from 35th in the world in 2022 to 25th this year. The World Press […]

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Scottish Pop Rock band Deacon Blue is coming to South Africa

By Hennely Nel 31-05-23 13:37

Calling all fans of Deacon Blue. The legendary Scottish Pop Rock band is coming to South Africa for the first time ever. And tickets go on sale today. ALSO READ: Sjava and Big Zulu: Get tickets to see the Inkabi Zezwe Tour DEACON BLUE IS COMING TO SA FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER It’s official. The […]

BREAKING: Veteran actor Patrick Ndlovu has died

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 13:07

Breaking news just in, veteran actor Patrick Ndlovu has died on Tuesday at the age of 85. Here is the latest. Veteran actor Patrick Ndlovu has died at the age of 85. Ndlovu was known for his role as the ruthless principal of Yizo Yizo. It is currently screening on Netflix. BREAKING NEWS – VETERAN ACTOR PATRICK NDLOVU HAS DIED […]

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