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The entertainment industry and South Africa at large are mourning the loss of veteran actress, Cynthia Shange, who passed away today. Her family confirmed that the 76-year-old passed away in the early hours of this morning at a hospital in KwaZulu-Natal following an illness. Shange made history when she became the first black woman to win the Miss South Africa title and went on to represent the country at the […]
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has condemned remarks made by EFF leader, Julius Malema, against the State prosecutor in his firearm discharge case. Addressing supporters outside the KuGompo Magistrates' court after his sentencing, Malema took a jab at the prosecutor, saying he suffers from "short-man syndrome" and must be taught a lesson. Malema was sentenced to five years' imprisonment for the unlawful possession of a firearm, two years imprisonment for […]
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader, Julius Malema, has lashed out at Magistrate Twanet Olivier of the East London Magistrate’s Court, describing her as "a racist of note". This after Olivier sentenced the politician to five years behind bars and a R60 000 fine. Malema was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for the unlawful possession of a firearm, 2 years imprisonment for the unlawful possession of ammunition, and fines of […]
South African Grammy Award-winning artist, Tyla, has become the most nominated African Artist in the history of the American Music Awards (AMA). The music sensation bagged four nominations at this year's AMAs, including Best Afrobeats Artist, Best Female R&B artist, as well as Social Song of the Year and Best Music Video for her single Chanel. Tyla will go up against music heavyweights such as Summer Walker, SZA, Kehlani, and […]
Residents in Dobsonville say the 58-year-old pastor accused of raping a 12-year-old girl was widely regarded as a trusted and influential figure in the community. A disturbing video linked to the case, showing the young girl lying naked on a table and appearing dazed while a woman confronts a man she accuses of sexual assault, has been widely circulated on social media, sparking outrage. Scores of residents, activists and members […]
African National Congress (ANC) regional treasurer and North West businessman, Suliman Carrim, has reportedly been hospitalised following a suspected heart attack, allegedly suffered while at the gym. Carrim was expected to continue his testimony before the Madlanga commission later this week. The controversial businessman's previous attempt to have his testimony in-camera was denied by the commission's chairperson, Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga. During his last appearance, Carrim told the commission that he […]
Sean 'Diddy' Combs’s fight for freedom is intensifying, as his legal team moves ahead with an appeal to overturn his 50-month prison sentence. The 56-year-old was sentenced in October last year after being found guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution, but was acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking charges. At the centre of the appeal is the argument that the activities described in the case, referred to as "freak-offs", […]
Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, maintains that he does not know alleged crime kingpin, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala. Mashatile made the remarks while fielding questions from journalists on the sidelines of the Gauteng Investment Conference today. The deputy president came under scrutiny after being implicated by suspended police sergeant, Fannie Nkosi, during his testimony before the Madlanga Commission. The claim came after Nkosi's home was raided by police, who were allegedly searching […]
Gauteng Education MEC, Lebohang Maile, says the torching of classrooms at Riverlea Secondary School appears to be an act of sabotage. At least three classrooms, a laboratory and the school library were destroyed in the blaze, which broke out late last night. Emergency Management Services (EMS) firefighters say they responded to the incident at the school at 7:26 pm. The blaze has raised concern, as the school experienced a similar […]
