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Ramaphosa’s nephew implicated in R2bn Tembisa Hospital graft probe

Businessman and President Cyril Ramaphosa’s nephew, Hangwani Maumela, is once again under scrutiny following an explosive Special Investigating Unit’s (SIU) report on the Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal. The SIU uncovered three major syndicates responsible for looting over R2 billion intended for public healthcare, including one directly linked to Maumela. He is reported to have secured contracts worth R816 million, with luxury assets valued at around R520 million. These assets have now been seized by the SIU as part of ongoing […]

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Ouaddou coy on Mofokeng absence

Orlando Pirates forward, Relebohile Mofokeng, was a notable absentee at the club's training session on Friday ahead of their CAF Champions League second leg first preliminary round clash against Lesotho champions Lioli FC. When asked about the Bafana Bafana star's absence, Pirates coach Abdeselam Ouaddou, remained tight-lipped. "I have to speak with my medical department to see what is going on. Rele is an important player for us but we have to speak with the medical department, I can't tell […]

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Tiwa faces ‘savage’ backlash for apologising on behalf of Tyla

Nigerian Artist, Tiwa Savage, has faced major backlash on social media users after apologising on behalf of South African Grammy winner Tyla, who labels herself as "coloured"—a term many Americans find offensive due to the country’s history. Savage made the apology during an interview on America’s popular radio show The Breakfast Club this week, explaining that Tyla did not intend any harm. "Where I am from, when something like that happens, The elder will come on behalf of the young […]

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HIV/AIDS activists concerned over UNAIDS looming closure

HIV/AIDS activist organisation, the Treatment Action Campaign (TAC), says the looming closure of UNAIDS is a major setback that threatens decades of progress in the fight against HIV. The United Nations recently proposed closing the Joint UN Programme on HIV/AIDS by the end of 2026 following significant funding cuts by the US. This comes months after President Donald Trump slashed global HIV/AIDS funding, raising alarm over the impact on South Africa’s response — long supported by partners like PEPFAR. Established […]

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Social media split over Liquideep comeback

Social media is abuzz after South African soul and house duo, Liquideep, announced their comeback, ending an 11-year split. Producer Ziyon and DJ Ryzor, best known for their chart-topping hits including "BBM" and "Fairytale" amongst others, parted ways in 2014 to pursue solo careers. The pair teased their reunion on social media with playful puns, signaling their return to the music scene. Legendary House Music duo LIQUIDEEP has just softly announced a reunion of the partnership 🥹🥹🥹🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/6LFadIwK8h — KreativeKornerr […]

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Electricity Minister vows to end load reduction

Electricity and Energy Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says the days of load reduction are nearing an end, with new measures in place to completely phase it out. Ramokgopa made the announcement on Thursday, noting a significant improvement in the country's generation capacity, which has risen from 48% in 2023 to 70% this year. This marks the first time Eskom's fleet has sustainably surpassed the 70% energy availability target since it was introduced by the board as part of its turnaround plan. […]

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Ackermann to officially begin Bulls tenure

New Bulls head coach, Johan Ackermann, has named six Springboks in his matchday 23 for their United Rugby Championship opener against Ospreys in Pretoria on Saturday, despite being hit hard by injuries. Gerhard Steenekamp returns from injury, while Junior Springboks JJ Theron and Cheswill Jooste are included. Captain Marcell Coetzee will lead from the back row. With Johan Goosen sidelined, Keagan Johannes takes the No.10 jersey, and Jan Serfontein makes a notable return to the Bulls midfield after eight years, […]

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Rihanna, Rocky celebrate birth of daughter

  Congratulatory messages continue to flood social media for Rihanna and her partner, ASAP Rocky, following the birth of their third child. The "Umbrella" hitmaker announced the arrival of their daughter on social media, posting a photo of herself cradling the newborn, who was dressed in pink. Rocki Irish Mayers - born on September 13th - is named after her father, who was nicknamed Rocky, before adopting it as his stage name. Rocki Irish Mayers Sept 13 2025 🎀 pic.twitter.com/ibHGXxegTN […]

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Kunene cleared, seeks return to Joburg Transport MMC role

Patriotic Alliance (PA) Deputy President, Kenny Kunene, says he expects to be reinstated as Johannesburg’s MMC for Transport, after an independent investigation cleared him of any wrongdoing. The investigation was launched after Kunene was found at the Sandton residence of Katiso "KT" Molefe in July, when police arrived to arrest the controversial businessman. Molefe is accused of orchestrating the 2022 murder of popular musician Oupa "DJ Sumbody" Sefoka and two of his bodyguards. Kunene later explained that he was at […]

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