New Lion King Movie Is Sadly A “Crushing Disappointment”

By Cassie Jo 18-07-19 09:58

I’m sorry. I wanted to love The Lion King. Especially since it’s set in Africa. I tried so hard. It features South Africa’s own John Kani as the voice of Rafaki. But the film was disappointing in so many respects… writes Cassie Jo. As most of South Africa knows by now, Walt Disney’s newly revamped […]

Ramaphosa Backs Pravin Gordhan’s Court Bid Against Public Protector

By Ted Botha 17-07-19 20:49

PRETORIA – President Cyril Ramaphosa has entered the battle between his Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan and the Public Protector Busiswe Mkhwebane by filing a supporting affidavit for Gordhan in the North Gauteng High Court, according to a statement released by the presidency today. Gordhan has applied to the same court for the suspension […]

Cape Town’s Mount Nelson Hotel Guests and Staff Robbed by Gang

By Ted Botha 18-07-19 14:49

CAPE TOWN – The publicity for the world-famous Mount Nelson hotel – “an oasis of calm within Cape Town’s beating heart” – must have seemed like a cruel joke yesterday after a group of men stormed the lobby and robbed staff and holiday guests, and broke jewellery displays to steal the contents. In an emailed […]

State Capture Inquiry Adjourns Over Zuma Team Concerns about Questions

By Ted Botha 17-07-19 17:03

JOHANNESBURG – The inquiry into state capture was adjourned early today until Friday after former president Jacob Zuma’s legal team raised concerns about the kind of questions he was being asked, claiming he had been brought to the inquiry under false pretenses and he would reconsider his participation in the inquiry. Inquiry leader Deputy Chief […]

Ford will Add 1,200 New Jobs in South Africa

By Jenni Baxter 17-07-19 15:54

JOHANNESBURG – There’s good news for unemployment in South Africa, as the SA unit of Ford Motor Co has announced on Wednesday that it will hire an additional 1,200 people to staff an extra shift at one of its vehicle assembly plants. According to a statement from Ford, this will increase production to 720 units […]

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WATCH Live Streaming: Zuma at Zondo Commission – Day 3, 17 July 2019

By Jenni Baxter 17-07-19 15:58

JOHANNESBURG – Former South African President Jacob Zuma continues giving testimony at the State Capture of Inquiry in Parktown, Johannesburg today – Wednesday 17 July 2019. As the testimony enters Day 3, Zuma today responding to testimony given by former Public Enterprises Minister Barbara Hogan who told the Zondo Commission that it was Zuma, during […]

WATCH Trevor Noah Reveal What Happened During New York’s Blackout

By Jenni Baxter 17-07-19 11:52

When New York was plunged into a blackout on Saturday evening, South African comedian Trevor Noah and a couple of friends from South Africa were hanging out together in his building… but when the lights came back on, they found themselves in a “compromising” position in front of the other residents of the building. Watch […]

Zuma’s Supporters at State Capture Inquiry are No Surprise

By Ted Botha 16-07-19 23:37

JOHANNESBURG – The African National Congress Secretary General Ace Magashule and former cabinet minister Malusi Gigaba were two of the present and former high-ranking party officials supporting Jacob Zuma as he appeared for the second day at the inquiry into state capture. Magashule was there to show his support for the former president, it was […]

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South African Musician and Icon Johnny Clegg Dies at 66

By Jenni Baxter 16-07-19 21:11

JOHANNESBURG – South Africa’s iconic singer and songwriter, Johnny Clegg, has sadly passed away today, Tuesday 16 July 2019, at the age of 66. The nation and all the “scatterlings of Africa” will mourn his passing. Clegg was diagnosed with cancer four years ago in 2015. During his career he helped unite South Africans of […]

Zuma Tells Inquiry of Death Threat After Giving Evidence

By Ted Botha 16-07-19 14:41

JOHANNESBURG – Jacob Zuma, the former president of South Africa, has told the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture that he received a death threat after giving evidence on Monday. He said his personal assistant had received a phone call late on Monday from an unknown caller threatening to kill Zuma and his […]

6 Farm Murderers Receive Double Life Sentences in South Africa

By Jenni Baxter 16-07-19 11:23

Six men accused of attacking a family, killing two, on their KwaZulu-Natal farm in 2016, have been successfully convicted and sentenced to two terms of life imprisonment. The South African Police Service (SAPS) team involved in the arrests has been praised for their “sterling work”. The attack on Swart Umfolozi farm north west of Vryheid, […]

WATCH LIVE Day 2: Jacob Zuma Testifies at Zondo Commission

By Jenni Baxter 16-07-19 14:44

JOHANNESBURG – It’s Day Two of South Africa’s former president Jacob Zuma answering questions in court at the Zondo Commission. Watch the live video stream below. Tthe State Capture inquiry is being held in Parktown, Johannesburg. Zuma’s testimonial began yesterday, and he is expected to continue giving evidence until Friday. The commission was established in […]

Spies, Conspiracy, Murder Attempts: Jacob Zuma Replies to “State Capture”

By Ted Botha 15-07-19 20:38

Jacob Zuma, former president of South Africa, appeared Monday before the Zondo Commission to respond to allegations made against him at the inquiry into state capture. Zuma began with a long, rambling statement, interrupted by a lot of throat clearing, in which he repeatedly referred to a “conspiracy” against him and a “plan” since at […]

Radical Black Land First Loses Political Party Status Because of Race Limits

By Ted Botha 15-07-19 18:56

The ex-EFF member and firebrand Andile Mngxitama’s Black Land First has been de-registered as a political party after three years because it excludes members based on race, the Independent Electoral Commission said in a statement today. The appeal against BLF had been made by the Freedom Front Plus, led by Pieter Groenewald, a rightwing, predominantly […]

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Eskom’s Group Treasurer Resigns in Latest High-Profile Departure

By Jenni Baxter 15-07-19 14:53

Eskom’s Group Treasurer Andre Pillay has tendered his resignation in the latest high-profile exit from South Africa’s power utility, since its chief executive quit earlier this year. No reason was given for his resignation. As requested by Eskom, Pillay will stay a couple of months until the end of August 2019 “to ensure a seamless […]

American Cops Make Young South African’s Dream Come True

By Jenni Baxter 15-07-19 12:51

A young South African with special needs had his lifelong dream come true this weekend during a visit to the United States, when a local police department (PD) not only visited him, but allowed him to eat their donuts and wear a US police vest. Reece’s brother, Jared Webster, said: “Thank you Bagota Police Department […]

WATCH LIVE: Former President Jacob Zuma at State Capture Inquiry

By Jenni Baxter 15-07-19 13:21

JOHANNESBURG – It’s the day so many in South Africa have waited for – former South African president Jacob Zuma is finally answering questions in court at the Zondo State Capture Inquiry. Watch the live video stream below. This morning’s proceedings have already begun. Zuma (77) is currently “joining the dots” for everyone to understand, […]

Djokovic Wins in Record Longest Wimbledon Final Ever Against Federer

By Jenni Baxter 24-12-20 16:02

Wimbledon said today’s men’s final between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer was a “fitting end to a phenomenal year at The Championships”. In a nail-biting match, Djokovic won his fifth Wimbledon title in an instant classic, defeating Federer 7-6(5), 1-6, 7-6(4), 4-6, 13-12(3)!!! It was Wimbledon’s longest final match ever, closing in on five hours. […]

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