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Mamelodi community want sexual predators out of their township

Community members in Mamelodi are upset, saying they are being forced to live with an alleged sexual predator who targets children in the township. YNews learnt from the community that a man in their area was arrested earlier this month in connection with an alleged sexual violation of youngsters in the township, with the assistance of a female cohort who hunts his victims down. The pair was taken in to custody for questioning on the matter, after one child blew […]

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Dr Mazwi’s death could have been avoided: PSA

The Public Servants Association (PSA) believes the tragic death of medical intern Dr. Alulutho Mazwi could have been avoided. PSA says they have consistently issued warnings about the toxic working conditions that junior medics endure in public hospitals, often at the hands of their seniors. It is alleged that the 25-year-old was forced to report for duty by a supervisor at the Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital in Durban, despite having informed them of his ill health. He collapsed and died […]

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Tensions rise as SETA Board appointments come under scrutiny

Political analyst, Bongani Mahlangu says the uproar around the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETA) board appointments, shows that the country is becoming more vigilant about what is happening in the political sphere. His remarks come as concerns were raised this week, over some of the board appointments in the state institution including Gwede Mantashe's son, Buyambo and former KZN premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube. Political parties such as the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) flagged the list […]

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Magudumana may challenge extradition in ConCourt: Lawyer

Dr. Nandipha Magudumana’s lawyer, Machini Motloung, says they are considering taking their extradition battle to the Constitutional Court. Earlier today, the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed Magudumana’s application to appeal a High Court ruling that had rejected her challenge against the legality of her extradition. The disgraced doctor continues to insist that her arrest in Tanzania was unlawful, describing it as an abduction. She was arrested in Arusha in 2023 alongside her partner, convicted murderer Thabo Bester. Dubbed South Africa’s […]

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SA-US meeting long overdue: Analyst

Political analyst Professor Sam Koma says the meeting between Presidents, Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump will be key in quelling the tensions between the South Africa and the United States. Ramaphosa is set to embark on a visit to Washington next week, in efforts to address the growing diplomatic challenges between the two countries. SA and the US have been at loggerheads for months now, over a number of issues including the Bela Act and Expropriation Act. The visit also […]

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TVET college students call for the arrest of NSFAS officials

Students at Tshwane South TVET college, are calling for the arrest of National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) officials who are responsible for the current financial crisis affecting college students in the country. EFF Youth Command sub-region convenor and student at Tshwane South TVET college, Itumeleng More, says it is disheartening that students at the college are struggling with something as basic as housing. He claims that the fact that NSFAS has […]

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Tyla makes history as first African to host Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards

South African Grammy Award-winning music sensation Tyla is breaking boundaries once again, this time as the newly announced host of the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. The 23-year-old becomes the first African ever to host the globally celebrated ceremony. The prestigious awards will take place in Santa Monica, California, on June 25. The Johannesburg-born star has also been nominated for Favorite Global Music Star and Favorite Music Collaboration for her hit "Show Me Love," a collaboration with WizTheMc and the duo […]

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Rugby community mourns the loss of Cornal Hendricks

The South African rugby community is mourning the loss of former Springbok wing, Cornal Hendricks. The 37-year-old tragically passed away on Wednesday after suffering a heart attack. Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, expressed heartfelt sorrow over the news, describing Hendricks’ death as a devastating loss to the nation’s sporting fraternity. In an official statement, Minister McKenzie extended his deepest condolences to Hendricks’ family, friends, teammates, and the wider rugby community. "Cornal was more than just a rugby […]

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Fleurhof community living in fear following murder of 11-Year-Old Meek

Community members in Fleurhof say they are living in fear following the discovery of the body of an 11-year-old boy at a residential complex. Jayden-Lee Meek was allegedly dropped off by his school transport, entered the complex but never made it home. A frantic search for the young led to the gruesome discovery of his badly bruised and naked body, near his home, the next morning. Residents are concerned that Meek's killer may still be living among them and are calling on police to expedite the investigation. A group of community members say they will not rest until the person responsible for this gruesome incident is brought to book. One resident says it's painful to see that such a young child can be […]

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