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Sharks interim coach, JP Pietersen, says he is energised by the challenge of steadying what has looked like a rudderless Sharks outfit as they prepare to host Saracens in the Investec Champions Cup in Durban on Saturday. Pietersen, who was appointed after John Plumtree stepped aside last week, admitted the past few days have been a whirlwind, but says the players’ response has convinced him that the team can reset […]
The City of Ekurhuleni has placed Human Resources Head, Linda Gxasheka, on precautionary suspension with immediate effect. Gxasheka name surfaced in allegations of irregular conduct by city officials, raising concerns about potential corruption and interference within the criminal justice system. She is accused of disregarding disciplinary recommendations against suspended Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD) deputy chief Julius Mkhwanazi, who faces serious corruption charges. This follows allegations that he installed state […]
The City of Johannesburg is tightening its grip on public safety this festive season, targeting illegal street parties, unlicensed venues, rising student gambling, and non-compliant informal trading. - Illegal Events & Festive Safety Clampdown - Public Safety MMC, Mgcini Tshwaku, announced a firm crackdown on unregistered street events and unsafe entertainment spots during the launch of the Festive Season Safety Campaign in the CBD. He warned that unauthorised gatherings will […]
Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, has criticised Mbekezeli Mbokazi for missing his flight to join the national team camp ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco. Mbokazi was expected to arrive at the camp in Pretoria on Tuesday but only arrived on Wednesday afternoon. The delay came after the Pirates players were given an extra day to rest following their Carling Knockout Cup final victory […]
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature has raised red flags across three major departments — Human Settlements, Roads and Transport, and Education — as committee oversight and annual performance reports for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 financial years were scrutinised this week. Despite widespread concerns over overspending, underspending, stalled programmes, and weak financial controls, two of the departments saw their oversight reports adopted without objection. - Human Settlements Under Fire for Overspending and […]
The International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC) leader, Mike Sandlana, will remain in custody after his bail application was postponed to 15 December to allow the State to present additional evidence. Sandlana appeared at the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Wednesday, facing corruption charges for allegedly bribing a High Court judge. Sandlana was arrested alongside three others a few weeks ago, but is now the only one still behind bars. […]
Orlando Pirates coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, says the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) breaks, comes at the right time for his players, despite the excellent run of form. The Buccaneers recently defeated Marumo Gallants 1-0 after extra time in the Carling Knockout Cup final in Polokwane, to securing their second trophy of the season. The Moroccan remains confident that the break — which runs from December 21 to January 18, […]
HIV activist, Mluleki Zazini, has called on the Department of Health to provide comprehensive training for community healthcare workers to deliver empathetic and supportive HIV disclosure services. The National Association of People Living with HIV and AIDS (NAPWA) director made the recommendation at the HIV Stigma Index 2.0 launch, highlighting the urgent need to address discrimination and abuse against people living with HIV. Zazini who is also the Chairperson for […]
The case against a Midrand couple accused of producing and distributing child sexual abuse material has intensified, with rights organisations and prosecutors highlighting the State’s extensive preparation ahead of their High Court trial. Darren Wilken, 35, and his girlfriend, 25-year-old Tiona Moodley, appeared briefly in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, where prosecutors confirmed nearly 1,000 charges against them. The case has now been transferred to the High Court, with […]
