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From Tsakane to the world | Afro Tech takes centre stage at ‘What Is Afro Nation?’

What began as a modest gathering at a grill café in Tsakane, east of Johannesburg, has evolved into a dynamic cultural movement — one that celebrates rhythm, roots, and reinvention. Today, What Is Afro Nation? (WIA) stands as a powerful platform for Afro tech enthusiasts, a space where the genre’s pulse is not just heard but deeply felt. Founded in March 2024 by Vusi Mabena and Xolani "DJ Fede" Mathebula, WIA was born from a shared desire to create more […]

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Summer Walker issues heartfelt apology to her Mzansi fans

American R&B star, Summer Walker, has apologised to her South African fans and criticised the organisers of the ‘In The City’ music festival after her headline performance was unexpectedly cut short. The 29-year-old singer, known for hits like "Session 32" and "Playing Games", was the main act at the highly anticipated event, held at Smuts House Museum in Centurion. Fans, who had waited hours to see her perform, were left frustrated and disappointed when Walker’s set lasted only 30 minutes […]

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Civic group threatens nationwide shutdown over blocked IDs

Dozens of frustrated demonstrators gathered outside the Department of Home Affairs headquarters in Pretoria on Monday, accusing the department of inefficiency, neglect, and failing to resolve long-standing identity document (ID) issues affecting thousands of South Africans. Protesters, supported by the Soil of Africa civic movement, are calling for immediate action to unblock citizens’ IDs and restore access to essential services. They also accuse the department of mishandling the crisis of undocumented migrants and enabling corruption within its own ranks. Among […]

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Shabalala replaces Mofokeng in Bafana squad for must win qualifiers

Orlando Pirates attacker, Relebohile Mofokeng, has been withdrawn from the Bafana Bafana squad ahead of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe and Rwanda, after sustaining an injury during the Carling Knockout Cup over the weekend. Mofokeng picked up the knock during Pirates 1-0 win over Siwelele FC at Orlando Stadium, ruling him out of the must-win fixtures against Zimbabwe & Rwanda on Friday and Monday respectively. Kaizer Chiefs midfielder, Mduduzi Shabalala, has been called up by coach […]

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Forensic report delays progress in Kutlwano Shalaba murder case

An crucial forensic report and pending DNA results have once again delayed proceedings in the high-profile case of two-year-old Kutlwano Shalaba, whose mother and a traditional healer are facing serious charges related to his death. The Vanderbijlpark Magistrates court postponed the matter to 13 January 2026, granting investigators additional time to finalise key forensic evidence. The accused, Keneilwe Shalaba (32), the child's mother, and Sebokoana Khounyana (50), face multiple charges including premeditated murder and human trafficking, linked to the disappearance […]

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Analyst labels Unite For Change a ‘marriage of convenience’

  Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, has labelled the newly formed alliance between Rise Mzansi, BOSA, and the GOOD party as a weak marriage of convenience. He says the partnership is going to die an early death because of their differences. Mashego's remarks come in the wake of a bold new political collaboration — Unite for Change — under which the three parties plan to contest next year’s crucial municipal elections. The alliance’s leaders say their collaboration is aimed at driving […]

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Queer groups call for Ngizwe Mchunu to apologise for anti-LGBTQIA+ remarks

  Queer rights organisation Trans Hope has urged radio personality, Ngizwe Mchunu, to apologise for his recent homophobic remarks against the LGBTQIA+ community. The KwaZulu-Natal-based NGO says Mchunu’s comments incite hatred, encourage discrimination, and erode years of progress in LGBTQIA+ advocacy. "His words amount to hate speech aimed at excluding queer people from Zulu culture and broader society, despite the clear protections guaranteed by the South African Constitution," the organisation said. Their statement comes as the South African Human Rights […]

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Labour experts welcome ConCourt ruling on shared parental leave

Labour and Mediation Expert, Patrick Deale, says the Constitutional Court ruling on shared parental leave will bring much-needed relief for fathers, who were previously entitled to only 10 days. The Constitutional Court on Friday, ruled that fathers are entitled to the same parental leave as mothers, which means parents can now share a total of four months and 10 days of parental leave. The ruling declared existing provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act unconstitutional for discriminating between mothers and […]

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NEHAWU says Gauteng health crisis must be addressed urgently

The National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union (NEHAWU) is demanding urgent accountability following revelations that more than R2 billion was looted from Tembisa Hospital through irregular procurement and fraudulent tenders. The union took to the streets of Johannesburg on Friday, marching from Gandhi Square to the Gauteng Department of Health, calling for swift action to address what they describe as deep-rooted corruption and chronic mismanagement in the province’s healthcare system. Union members say corruption has crippled health services, leaving […]

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