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Kanye West says he’s a misunderstood genius, confirms split with Bianca

  Rapper and music producer, Kanye West, says he is just a misunderstood human being who's a genius. West recently released a song in which he also confirms his separation from wife, Bianca Censori, saying she left him after his numerous controversial posts on social media. According to the rapper, Bianca had a panic attack because of his posts, which included antisemitic attacks; some allegations about the Kardashian family; awful […]

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No foreign DNA found in Cwecwe: SAPS

Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has revealed that no foreign DNA was found when Cwecwe was tested as per procedure. Giving an update on investigations into the little girl's rape, Minister Mchunu called for calm while also detailing the complexity and sensitivity of the case. Among the challenges the police are contending with is the lack of witnesses, says the Minister. His assertions come as South Africans across the country demand […]

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Activists say Omotoso verdict failed to show GBVF survivors dignity

Anti-Gender-Based Violence (GBV) advocacy groups say the verdict in televangelist, Timothy Omotoso, and his co-accused's case is an indictment on South Africa's criminal justice system. Women For Change believes that expecting Omotoso's alleged victims to feel safe now that he is free is delusional. The Eastern Cape High Court in Gheberha acquitted the televangelist and his co-accused of over 30 rape, human trafficking, and racketeering charges, saying the state failed […]

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Economists say US tariffs could lead to global recession

  Some economists say the tariffs imposed by the United States to some countries across the globe could lead to a global recession. US President, Donald Trump, announced a 10% tariff on all imports to the US, with even steeper rates for countries like China, the EU, South Africa and Lesotho - sparking fears of a global trade war. South Africa has been hit by 31%, Lesotho 50% and the […]

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Analyst says DA’s decision to go to courts over budget is correct

Political analyst, Professor Sam Koma, says the Democratic Alliance's (DA) decision to approach the courts and challenge the passing of the national budget is the correct course of action. Koma explained that both the DA and EFF have flagged a procedural flaw in the adoption of the Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals, arguing that it was not in line with the Money Bill Act. Following a heated debate in the […]

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Riveiro to leave Pirates at end of season

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that head coach, Jose Riveiro, will leave the club at the end of the season when his contract ends. The club made the announcement in a statement on Thursday afternoon after the Spanish mentor officially communicated to management that he will not renew his contract. Riveiro joined the club in 2022, winning five domestic titles since his arrival, and remains in contest for the league, Nedbank […]

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Zanzou torture accused entered SA without papers: State

The state pulled out all the stops in a bid to ensure that the 41-year-old Congolese suspect linked to the Zanzou night club torture case isn’t released on bail. During its arguments in the man’s bail application, State Prosecutor Advocate Anna Bosman revealed that the man entered South Africa without relevant documents that permit him to do so. Bosman says they could not find any proof that he presented the […]

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Mzansi unites and donates funds to mam’Nandi 

Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has joined South Africans who have donated money to veteran actress, Nandi Nyembe. McKenzie called the 74-year-old following some social reports that she is facing health and financial issues. In a viral video, McKenzie asked for the veteran actress's banking details so he could send her money. The 74-year-old opened up on social media about her dilemma. Nyembe, who is known for […]

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Riveiro calls for cool heads after Algiers win

Orlando Pirates coach, Jose Riveiro, has called for calm after they managed to beat Algerian champions, MC Alger, 1-0 in the first leg of the CAF Champions League quarterfinals in Algiers, suggesting the tie was still open. Mohau Nkota scored the all-important goal after he was teed-up by Relebohile Mofokeng on transition in the 65th minute, having just entered the fray five minutes earlier. “This is just the first 90 […]

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Marry Me to be fomalised this winter

Tshwane Mayor, Nasiphi Moya, says the municipality is working on formalising the Marry Me informal settlement in Soshanguve. Moya was one of the speakers at a community Imbizo in the area, which first grabbed headlines after seven on-duty CPF members were tragically killed two weeks ago. Amid concerns of the high crime rate in the area, lack of proper shelter and sewage system, the Tshwane Mayor told residents that the […]

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