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DJ Sumbody murder | No bail for alleged mastermind

Controversial businessman, Katiso "KT" Molefe, accused of masterminding the murder of popular musician Oupa "DJ Sumbody" Sefoka, will remiain behind bars after being denied bail by the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court. Molefe, arrested in July, faces multiple charges including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition. He is accused of orchestrating the November 2022 Woodmead shooting that claimed the lives of DJ Sumbody and two of his bodyguards. The court also heard that Molefe was out […]

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Families of Life Esidimeni victims denounce latest justice delay

Families of the Life Esidimeni victims have accused the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) of dragging its feet on justice, nine years after they brutally lost their loved ones. This follows the NPA’s disclosure to families that a legal opinion recommends prosecuting Qedani Mahlangu and Dr. Makgabo Manamela but only for two out of 144 people who lost their lives at the facility. Last year, the Pretoria High Court handed down a landmark judgement which found that Mahlangu who was the […]

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Nabi to return for Sundowns clash

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach, Khalil Ben Youssef, has confirmed that head coach Nasreddine Nabi will return to South Africa this week and will lead the team in their Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns next Wednesday. Amakhosi have made a perfect start to the season, securing three wins from three to sit second on the log behind Sekhukhune United on goal difference. Chiefs beat Richards Bay 1-0 at home on Tuesday evening, courtesy of Gaston Sirino’s superb 57th minute strike […]

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SADAG warns against circulating tragic DUT student video

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has urged the public to respect the dignity of the late third-year student Sphiwokuhle Madela and his family by refraining from sharing distressing videos linked to his death. Footage showing of a man, believed to be a Durban University of Technology (DUT) student, seen lunging before falling to his death, has been widely circulated on social media. SADAG's Operations Director, Cassie Chambers, says such disturbing content is not only triggering and re-traumatising […]

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Soshanguve residents left stranded after taxi impounds

Soshanguve taxi drivers are up in arms over the recent impounding of their vehicles, accusing the government of acting unfairly and unreasonably. Operators claim they are repeatedly asked to produce operating permits, documents many say they’ve been trying to obtain for years without success. At least 30 taxis were impounded last week during a service delivery operation in the township. Drivers argue that the permit application process is flawed, with many being rejected on the grounds that their vehicles are […]

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The ‘discovery’ of Black Scots sparks global fascination

Black Scottish people have recently taken center stage on social media, drawing global attention and sparking conversations about the diversity of Black identities around the world. Their presence has generated significant interest online, particularly among African-American content creators, who have reflected on how the diversity of blackness across the globe, encompasses a wide range of cultures and experiences. Some have jokingly admitted they didn’t know Black Scots even existed at all. https://www.tiktok.com/@barak_a_/video/7539894219561798934?_r=1&_t=ZS-8z0igXkqcvE According to the 2022 Census, more than 300,000 people […]

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Rassie rings changes for second Wallabies Test

Springbok coach, Rassie Erasmus, has made 10 changes to his starting 15 for the second Rugby Championship match against Australia in Cape Town on Saturday, with Jesse Kriel leading the side for the second time in a Test in the absence of the injured Siya Kolisi. The new-look team will see return of back-to-back Rugby World Cup winners, Cheslin Kolbe, Damian de Allende, and Willie le Roux. Only five players in the starting-15 retained their places from the world champions' […]

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Amantle Samane’s family demands life sentence for killer

Warning: This article contains references to rape and murder, which may be distressing to some readers.   The family of six-year-old, Amantle Samane, is demanding the harshest possible sentence for her self-confessed rapist and murderer, Phete Simiao. Simiao's appeared at the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday, for pre-sentencing proceedings, after pleading guilty to all charges levelled against him. The 25-year-old Mozambican national appeared in the Johannesburg High Court on Tuesday for pre-sentencing proceedings after pleading guilty to all charges — […]

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ANC not ready for revolution as dissent is silenced: Analyst

  Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, says the African National Congress (ANC) is not prepared for any form of revolution, as dissenting voices within the party continue to be silenced. His remarks follow the ANC’s decision to take disciplinary action against National Executive Committee (NEC) members, Malusi Gigaba and Senzo Mchunu, over recent public comments. Mchunu warned that the party risks losing power in upcoming local government elections, citing declining national support. Gigaba accused the ANC leadership of losing direction and […]

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