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Sporong residents to be relocated amid zama-zama threats

Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi, has assured residents of the Sporong Informal Settlement in Kagiso, on the West Rand, that they will be relocated to a safer area. Lesufi, accompanied by several provincial government officials, visited the community on Thursday after hundreds of residents fled their homes amid ongoing illegal mining activities. Many have been sheltering at a local community hall for the past two weeks. Some residents say they were […]

January 22, 2026 9

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Ramaphosa slammed for approving salary increases for public office bearers

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to approve salary increases for public office bearers has sparked debate among South Africans, with critics accusing the government of prioritising politicians over the needs of ordinary citizens. The increases follow recommendations by the Independent Commission for the Remuneration of Public Office-Bearers. According to the Presidency, Ramaphosa approved a 4.1% increase for judges, magistrates, traditional leaders, and members of independent constitutional institutions. A 3.8% increase will […]

January 21, 2026 49

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Nicki Minaj under fire over derogatory remarks

Rapper Nicki Minaj is facing criticism after using a homophobic slur to attack former CNN anchor, Don Lemon, on social media over his coverage of a protest in Minnesota that disrupted a church service. Last Sunday, Lemon posted a video showing him interviewing protesters shortly before they interrupted the service, chanting "ICE out." The protest, reportedly led by civil rights lawyer Nekima Levy Armstrong, sought to expose one of the […]

January 20, 2026 49

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AU credibility questioned after Uganda election statement

Concerns are mounting over public trust in the African Union’s (AU) election observation missions following Uganda's 2026 general elections. This criticism follows a statement by the AU congratulating President Yoweri Museveni on his re-election after last week’s presidential poll. Museveni, 81, secured a seventh term in office after defeating his main challenger, opposition leader and former musician Bobi Wine. Wine has rejected the results, citing alleged ballot irregularities, election-day […]

January 19, 2026 57

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Experts caution parents on sharing children’s photos online as school year begins

South African content regulator, the Film and Publication Board (FPB), is urging parents to be cautious when posting photos and videos of their children starting school on social media. While such posts often celebrate an important milestone, the FPB warns that images showing children in school uniforms, especially with visible school names, could put them at risk. The warning comes as governments around the world tighten regulations to protect children […]

January 16, 2026 47

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Kai Cenat’s fans rally behind him amid criticism over his reading skills

Some social media users have come to the defence of American streamer and YouTuber, Kai Cenat, after he faced criticism for sharing videos of himself learning to read. The 24-year-old recently went viral after posting clips in which he stumbles over certain words and looks up their meanings — content many viewers described as relatable and inspiring. However, others mocked Cenat online, focusing on his difficulty pronouncing some words. okay […]

January 15, 2026 226

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SA businesses poised to benefit from EU delisting: Economist

Economist Dawie Roodt says South African businesses are set to benefit after the European Union removed the country from its “High-Risk Third Country Jurisdictions” list. The move means transactions between South Africa and the EU will no longer be subject to heightened regulatory scrutiny, - a shift expected to support trade and investor confidence. The decision, published on 9 January 2026 and set to take effect on 29 January 2026, […]

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Economists cautiously welcome US move to extend AGOA

Independent economic analyst, Professor Bonke Dumisa, says the US Congress House of Representatives’ vote to extend the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a positive development for South Africa, but cautions that US President Donald Trump could still use executive powers to exclude the country. AGOA, a trade programme enacted in 2000, aims to boost and diversify African trade with the US. It allows duty-free entry for a wide […]

January 13, 2026 49 2

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SADAG urges matriculants not to let results define their worth

As matriculants anxiously await the official release of their results, mental health advocacy group, South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has urged learners and parents to approach the period with compassion and perspective. SADAG warns that the pressure surrounding matric results can be overwhelming, with many learners experiencing heightened anxiety and fear. "Many learners are feeling anxious, scared, and overwhelmed, not because they haven't worked hard, but because so […]

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