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OPINION | The Legacy of Alcohol Abuse in South Africa

As South Africa winds up the ‘Youth Month’, ‘Men’s Health Month’,  and the world using the same month to raise global awareness about drug abuse and illicit drug trafficking, it is important to make a reflection of the historical relationship the African youth, African males and women have with the substance of which scholars in the health discipline regard as a gateway drug – this due to alcohol being a psychoactive substance.  A substance said to alter the manner the […]

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‘I won’t be threatened,’ Ramaphosa tells Steenhuisen

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hit back at DA leader John Steenhuisen's ultimatum, saying he will not be threatened. In a scathing letter, Ramaphosa says Steenhuisen knew well in advance about his intension to sack the DA's Andrew Whitfield from his portfolio as the Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister. "Prior to the removal of Mr Whitfield, I informed Minister John Steenhuisen as the leader of the Democratic Alliance that I had decided to remove Mr Whitfield from his position as […]

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Some South Africans doubt Shivambu’s leadership capacity

Some South Africans oppose Floyd Shivambu's proposal to launch a new party, citing one member of his team with criminal cases hanging over his head as a reason for the mistrust. Shivambu, who is known to have hopped between parties, announced that he is currently convening the Mayibuye Consultation Process, alongside scores of members of the recently founded organisation. Ordinary South Africans are taken aback that the embattled politician - who was recently axed as the uMkhonto weSizwe Party's secretary […]

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I’m excited and honoured to lead the team: Jesse Kriel

Springbok centre, Jesse Kriel, says he feels honoured to be chosen to lead the team on Saturday in the Qatar Airways Cup against the Barbarians. Captain, Siya Kolisi, is set to miss out on the match due to injury. Coach, Rassie Erasmus, had to make the late change to his side following Kolisi's withdrawal. This will be the first time that Kriel leads the back-to-back World Cup champions. Marco van Staden comes into the starting lineup as a replacement for […]

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Stephanie speaks out amid split with Hungani

Actress and content creator Stephanie Ndlovu has broken her silence following her separation from fellow actor and husband, Hungani Ndlovu. In a viral video on social media, Stephanie opened up about the emotional toll the past week has taken on her. The actress described the online abuse she has received as the worst she's ever experienced, adding that she was dragged for the kind of mother she is, wife she was and Christian she is. The couple, who tied the […]

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Inequality fuels youth drug abuse: Harm Reduction International

Executive director of Harm Reduction International, Shaun Shelly, worries that the widening gap between the haves and the have nots in the country demotivates young people, who eventually turn to substance abuse. He is calling on the government to step up its efforts to combat drug usage among the country's youth. "The danger of ignoring the issue is to miss the real point of what is driving drug use in South Africa, which is the massive level of inequality and […]

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BabyDaiz’s alleged use of the K-word leaves Mzansi divided

Entrepreneur and legend in the South African hip-hop music, rapper Siyabonga Metane, aka Slikour, has hit back at rapper David Manda "BabyDaiz" Nzapa's critics, saying, 'leave the kids alone!' The 23-year-old artist has riled up some social media users for allegedly using the k***** word in his new song "Allez Tobina". The alleged usage of the derogatory term has angered some South Africans. On his YouTube channel, the lyrics of the song say: "Pretty boy she’s in love wouldn’t cuff her”. […]

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FNB is excited to be GRYNDING with Y and the Youth of Mzansi in 2025.

This Youth Month, FNB is proud to partner with Y and GRYND to support South Africa’s vibrant youth. We believe in the power of acting now to unlock real wins and secure a bright future. Through this exciting collaboration, we’re helping young creators turn their hustle into income with practical tools, skills, and support. We’re not just talking, we’re listening. By hearing your voices, we’re shaping the help you truly need. Join us this Saturday at GRYND for inspiring talks, […]

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Proteas coach wary of tough Zimbabwe

Proteas coach, Shukri Conrad, says they expect a tough challenge against Zimbabwe in their Test series, which kicks off on Saturday. The Proteas head into the test in Bulawayo as they return from a historical win after claiming the World Test Championship title at Lords, in London. Conrad's charges beat their old foe, Australia, by five wickets to end the team's 27-year-old long ICC trophy drought. The Proteas have not toured Zimbabwe for Test cricket since 2014. Conrad says they […]

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