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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 […]

todayJanuary 12, 2026 42 1

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2025 in Review | GBVF crisis: A year of tragedy, outrage and calls for action

As gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) continued to dominate the headlines across the country, ordinary South Africans took a bold stand against the scourge. Growing public pressure compelled President Cyril Ramaphosa to respond, ultimately declaring GBVF a national disaster — a recognition of the scale and severity of the crisis, and a clear signal that all sectors of society must work together to protect women and children. National Protests and […]

todayJanuary 1, 2026 61

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Erika Kirk slams online culture for normalising mockery of her husband’s death

The widow of conservative activist, Charlie Kirk, has criticised online culture, saying it fuels a lack of empathy and dehumanises individuals. Her frustration follows continued jokes and discussions about her husband’s death circulating on social media platforms. Recently, YouTube included Kirk on its 2025 Top Creators list, prompting comments such as, "Charlie Kirk is streaming from hell?" YouTube dropped the list of top content creators for 2025: 1 - MrBeast […]

todayDecember 12, 2025 42

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Presidency slams King Dalindyebo for spreading misinformation

Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has criticised King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo for what she describes as the spread of misinformation. Ntshavheni says the King is incorrect to suggest that South Africa requires a referendum to determine its foreign policy stance, noting that the country has never used referendums for such decisions. She further linked his comments to narratives originating in the United States and organisations such as AfriForum. King Dalindyebo […]

todayDecember 10, 2025 65

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Iconic CottonFest cancelled after seven years, fans left heartbroken

Some young people have taken to social media to express disappointment following the announcement that CottonFest will no longer continue. The popular South African music and culture festival, founded by the late Riky Rick, has officially come to an end after seven years. Organisers said that despite the festival’s success in elevating both emerging and established local talent, differing long-term visions among shareholders have made it impossible to continue the […]

todayDecember 9, 2025 113

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Diddy’s mother slammed for defending him amid docuseries fallout

Social media users have slammed Sean "Diddy" Combs’ mother, Janice Combs, for once again defending her son following the release of the new Netflix docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning. https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesjeffersonj/video/7581266349796723981?q=diddy%20mother%20netflix&t=1765204646831 Janice dismissed the allegations made in the documentary as "inaccurate and patently false," saying the series misrepresented her and spread lies about her relationship with her son. She directly addressed claims made by Diddy’s former friend and colleague, Kirk Burrowes, […]

todayDecember 8, 2025 38

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Fans rally behind Sabrina Carpenter after White House spat

Social media users are rallying behind pop star Sabrina Carpenter after the White House hit back at her criticism over the use of her music. The controversy erupted when the White House posted a video of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests set to Carpenter’s hit Juno. The clip even quoted her lyric, "Have you ever tried this one? Bye-bye," a line she famously used on tour to introduce a […]

todayDecember 4, 2025 78

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Education experts divided over BOSA’s bid to raise matric pass mark

  The National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA) has expressed its satisfaction with Parliament's decision to reject the motion to raise the matric pass mark from 30% to 50%. The union considers the proposal "emotional" rather than practical, arguing that the 30% pass mark enables learners who may not be academically inclined to still obtain a matric certificate. Yesterday, MPs voted against BOSA’s motion, which called for a […]

todayDecember 3, 2025 68

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SA Guild of Actors sounds alarm over rising AI use in film and TV

The South African Guild of Actors (SAGA) has raised concerns over the growing use of Artificial Intelligence in film and television, warning that the technology is already displacing performers in an industry with almost no regulatory safeguards. The concerns mirror those raised in the United States, where actors have long cautioned that AI could replace human roles or replicate their likeness without proper compensation. Jenna Ortega speaks out on the […]

todayDecember 2, 2025 64 1