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Diddy struggling to adjust to jail food

There seems to be no end to Diddy's troubles as his lawyers reveal that he is having a hard time adjusting to prison food. Sean "Diddy" Combs, who has been behind bars since September 17, returned to court on Thursday, where he was remanded in prison and a trial date for his case was set for May next year. The 54-year-old music mogul is accused of sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution, which he vehemently denies. His […]

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Decision not to prosecute Ramaphosa evokes mixed views

There have been mixed reactions to the Limpopo Director of Public Prosecutions' decision not to prosecute the President and major general, Wally Rhoode, for the dollars that were found stashed under a mattress and couches at Cryil Ramaphosa's Phala Phala farm in Limpopo in 2020. Former spy boss, Arthur Fraser, had pressed the charges against the pair, accusing them of trying to conceal the theft of $580 00 from the farm. NPA declines to Prosecute on Phala Phala Case pic.twitter.com/KY5ooWsKCl […]

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Elaine’s debut album hits the right notes

Elaine's fans are raving over her long-awaited debut album, Stone Cold Heart. The "You're the One" hitmaker released the album earlier this morning. Her excited fans have praised the body of work with one of them writing: "Elaine is back." Elaine had last released music in 2023 after transitioning from America music label, Columbia Records, to being an independent artist. STONE COLD - THE ALBUM. OUT AT MIDNIGHT. 🫀 pic.twitter.com/yFNttOQBi3 — Shining star (@elaineofficial_) October 10, 2024 i will be […]

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‘We trusted her,’ say alleged killer cop’s victims

The families of Rachel Kutumela's alleged victims say they feel betrayed by the police officer who is in the dock for allegedly killing their loved ones for insurance payouts. "We trusted her," they said outside court where the 43-year-old police officer appeared today. She was arrested yesterday for the murders of six community members in an insurance scam. It is alleged that sergeant Kutumela fraudulently took out life and funeral insurance for the various victims and has since claimed R10 […]

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Malema slams Mbalula over GNU defence

EFF leader, Julius Malema, has publicly criticised ANC Secretary General, Fikile Mbalula, for his  defence of the Government of National Unity (GNU), suggesting that it comes at the expense of his own party.  The criticism comes amid escalating tensions between the national ANC and the Gauteng provincial leadership. This is suspected to have followed Mbalula's decision to summon Gauteng Premier and ANC provincial chairperson, Panyaza Lesufi, to the party's headquarters, Luthuli House, over his sentiments on GNU. Malema questioned Mbalula's […]

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The workplace is a mental health double-edged sword

One in three adults in South Africa will most likely experience a mental health disorder in their lifetime, according to a member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP), Dr Siki Gwanya-Mdletye. Dr Gwanya-Mdletye believes that workplaces play a key role in people's mental health. She cites the long hours employees spend at work as a contributing factor to this. Her remarks coincided with the observation of World Mental Health Day, under the theme: "It's time to prioritise mental […]

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Calls mount for little Eva’s return

Non-Profit Organisation, Women and Men Against Child Abuse, says laws to compel parents to report abuse are needed in the country. The organisation also believes that parents should be threatened with sanction if they don't report child abuse. It has joined South Africans who are calling for the safe return of 6-year-old, Eva Tembo. Tembo is said to have been kidnapped by her mother's employer, Carlos Rebelo, almost four months ago. According to news agency-News24, Rebelo contacted them, and outlined […]

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Drip is not forever for Lekau

Another dream has been shattered and a sad story for black business prevails as Drip Footwear enters liquidation. The company owned by Lekau Sehoana became a household name in 2019 when it broke into the sneaker market. The retailer had at least 14 stores across the country, with a reported net worth of about R280 million. Hundreds of employees will be laid off as the company ceases to trade. Drip allegedly owed R20 million in advertising. Sehaona has been widely criticised for […]

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Duba backs Nabi to guide Chiefs to silverware

Kaizer Chiefs striker, Wandile Duba, is confident of the club's future under coach, Nasreddine Nabi. Chiefs last won a trophy in 2015, when they won the league title under former coach, Stuart Baxter. Duba's optimism has been fueled by their decent start to the season, which saw them win their two opening matches against Marumo Gallants and AmaZulu, respectively, before they controversially lost 2-1 to reigning league champions, Mamelodi Sundowns. Duba says unlike the previous Chiefs coaches, Nabi has brought […]

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