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SuperSport United sold to Siwelele FC

Broadcaster, SuperSport, has confirmed the sale of Betway Premiership club, SuperSport United, to Siwelele Football Club. It's also revealed that the deal still needs the Premier Soccer League's (PSL) approval. “The sale of the club comes as SuperSport makes strategic shifts to allow us to remain the biggest broadcaster in Africa and a leading global competitor. Shifts in the market, as well as the need to innovate in accordance with our core business, have necessitated a focused direction to ensure […]

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Industry colleagues and fans divided over Diddy trial’s mixed verdict

Social media users and entertainment industry players have expressed mixed reactions to Sean “Diddy” Combs' sex trial split verdict, saying they are eagerly awaiting his sentencing.  The 55-year-old was found guilty on two charges of transportation for prostitution and was acquitted of more serious charges, including sex trafficking. He will remain in custody until his sentencing. The mixed verdict comes nearly 10 months after the music icon was arrested for allegedly running a criminal enterprise and of abusing, threatening, and […]

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Mbenenge referred to staff as ‘big girl’ and ‘young lady,’ tribunal hears

The language Eastern Cape Judge President, Selby Mbenenge, commonly uses took centre stage at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal underway in Sandton, Johannesburg, where he is facing allegations of sexual misconduct. On Wednesday, the tribunal heard that Mbenenge frequently addressed his staff using terms like “baby” and “children.” His former secretary, Zintle Nkqayi, testified in his favour — speaking through a translator — describing this choice of words as reflective of his “playful” nature.  "Big girl, young lady, that's how he […]

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Sex scandal rocks Hoërskool Waterkloof

Advocate Sean Hefferman, who represents the complainants in the sexual misconduct case against Hoërskool Waterkloof Principal, Chris Deneyesshen, says he is concerned about the delays in the matter. Deneysshen is accused of sexually grooming his alleged victims, who are learners at the school, and forcing them into calling him Papa D. He is also alleged to have remarked that the learners wear provocative attire, which exposes their shoulders and knees. Deneyesshen, who has had sexual misconduct charges brought against him […]

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Diddy escapes life behind bars

Music mogul, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, has escaped life imprisonment after he was found not guilty on racketeering and sex trafficking. The 55-year-old was, however, convicted of transportation to engage in prostitution. This means that the rapper has been cleared of more serious charges after his seven-week trial, in which two of his former lovers testified. The verdict comes nearly 10 months after the music icon was arrested and accused of running a criminal enterprise and of abusing, threatening and coercing […]

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Mzansi’s anger towards foreigners described as a symptom of state’s failure

Legal Resources Centre's advocate, Sheldon Magardie, says the anger directed at foreign nationals is only a symptom of the state's failure to comply with its own Constitutional regulations. The human rights lawyer is reacting to a campaign by some South Africans, from various parts of the country, who are blocking illegal immigrants from entering clinics for treatment. In an incident that's raised eyebrows in some quarters, an alleged health worker from the Kwa-Thema Clinic in Ekurhuleni was heard expressing gratitude, […]

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Sasol exits Safa partnership

The development of women's football in the country has been dealt a huge blow. Petroleum company, Sasol, has confirmed that their sponsorship agreement with the South African Football Association (Safa) has not been renewed. Sasol have been the main sponsor of the women's national team, Banyana Banyana, as well as the Sasol League for 16 years. In a statement, Sasol says the deal ended at the end of last month. “We await feedback from Safa regarding the terms of a […]

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Minister’s call for return of corporal punishment stirs controversy

Minister of Correctional Services Dr. Pieter Groenewald’s call for a national debate on reintroducing corporal punishment has sparked mixed reactions. Speaking in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), the Minister proposed reviving the legislation, which was abolished in 1996. He believes that it could be a potential solution to the overcrowding crisis in the country’s prisons. As things stand, the country approximately has over 104 550 sentenced inmates and over 60 000 remanded detainees awaiting trial. With a bed space […]

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Mbenenge to testify in his sexual misconduct tribunal

Eastern Cape Judge President, Selby Mbenenge, is expected to take the stand at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal currently under way in Sandton, where he faces allegations of sexual misconduct brought by High Court secretary, Andiswa Mengo. This was confirmed on Tuesday by Mbenenge’s legal counsel, advocate Muzi Sikhakhane. While the exact date of Mbenenge’s testimony remains unconfirmed, it’s been revealed that more witnesses — including Zinhle Nqayi, Unathi Sogoyiyo, and Dr Mellow — will also be cross-examined in the coming […]

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