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Somizi hits back at ManB

Media personality, Somizi Mhlongo, has found himself at the centre of a heated public dispute with businessman and promoter, 'ManB' Tyekana, who has accused the renowned choreographer of unprofessionalism. The drama began when Somizi was booked by ManB for an event in East London. Things took an unexpected turn when the 52-year-old seemingly used the opportunity to attend another gig he was also booked for in the province, raising eyebrows […]

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JMPD tightens grip on ‘coldrink’ cops

The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has issued a stern warning against offering bribes to officers, making it clear that those who attempt to do so could face arrest. The department is currently investigating multiple cases where JMPD officers allegedly solicited bribes from the public via e-Wallets and CashSend. According to reports, the officers are said to be using ghost phone numbers to facilitate these illicit transactions. The department has […]

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Accused’s threatening behaviour towards judicial officer slammed

Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter, Mbekezeli Benjamin, says the man who is caught on camera threatening a magistrate in court could face charges of contempt of court. In this rare incident, the accused is making demands and threatening to halt proceedings unless his conditions are met. In a video shared by PSAFLIVE on X, the man believed to be a Nigerian national is telling the magistrate that no […]

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Gold SASSA cards to stop working after March deadline

SASSA has announced measures to address technical glitches as they extend the card upgrading deadline. The old gold cards will no longer be functional after March 20th, in a move that affects over 3.5 million grant beneficiaries across South Africa. SASSA spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi, has reassured the public that additional resources will be allocated to speed up the upgrading process, including forming partnerships with retailers like Spar. "We’ve worked closely […]

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Ntshavheni urges those unhappy with redress policies to take up Trump’s offer

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says those who are unhappy with the country's empowerment policies should take up US President Donald Trump's offer and relocate to America as refugees. "Those who don't like what's happening in South Africa have an offer. But we must emphasize that it’s not all Afrikaners, and it’s not all white people," she said. She was briefing the media on the resolutions of the recent […]

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Zanzou victim speaks out

One of the victims, who appears on the Zanzou nightclub videos, says he doesn't remember what happened on that fateful night and he won't be pressing any charges. A video of the young man, looking unresponsive, on the floor while a bouncer placed his boot over his mouth has sparked further outrage. After the video circulated, the young boy came out to confirm that he was still alive and that […]

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Concern over rise in cases of mothers selling children

The CEO of Childline South Africa, Dumisile Nala, has emphasised the importance of parents seeking support when facing difficulties in protecting and caring for their children. Nala’s comments come in response to the disturbing case of 32-year-old Keneiwe Shalaba, who is accused of selling her two-year-old son, Kutlwano. In an unsettling twist, Shalaba gave birth to another child while in police custody. Shalaba was set to appear again today in […]

todayFebruary 20, 2025 112

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ASAP Rocky thanks God for not guilty verdict

American rapper, ASAP Rocky, says: "All praise be to God," after emerging victorious in his firearm case. The Grammy-nominated star was accused of shooting a former friend, ASAP Relli, after an altercation in Hollywood in 2021. Relli alleged that the 36-year-old of firing two shots at him, grazing his knuckles. After a three-week-long trial, the jury reached a verdict and spared the Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist from a lengthy prison sentence. […]

todayFebruary 19, 2025 131

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Diversity expert says SA is far from being a rainbow nation

Diversity specialist, Teresa Oakley-Smith, says South Africa has a lot of work to do before the country can reach a point of calling itself a rainbow nation. Oakley-Smith says while a united nation is an idea that people yearn for, it is a dream that remains elusive. Her remarks come on the back of Errol Musk's recent utterances about black people. Among other prejudicial comments the father of the world's […]

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