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Shivambu says EFF exit not due to party’s decline

MK National Organiser Floyd Shivambu has clarified his decision to leave the EFF, saying it was not driven by the party's electoral decline. Shivambu, a co-founder of the EFF, addressed speculation about his departure during a media briefing on Thursday, alongside MK Party President Jacob Zuma and Deputy President Dr John Hlope. His appointment as MK's National Organiser comes days after his resignation from the EFF. Shivambu says his decision […]

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CR7 breaks another record, with new Youtube channel

Renowned footballer and most followed on Instagram, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to break more records, with his brand new YouTube channel securing over 21 million subscribers in just over a day. Cementing how appreciated and loved he is by football fans, Ronaldo's latest project managed to get 1 million followers in less than 90 minutes after it launched. The channel is set to mainly focus on his life off the pitch […]

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‘Extortionists are crippling small black businesses’, decries activists

The escalating issue of small businesses closing down due to extortion has become prevalent in South Africa. Civic movement, Save South Africa, says the criminals that demand  'protection fees' from small businesses are killing the township economy. The organisation says it cannot be business as usual when innocent people who are trying to feed their families are continuously targeted by criminals. Recently, several spaza shops and hair salons in Mamelodi, Pretoria had to […]

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Chiefs add Angolan star to fold

Chiefs add Angola's Miguel to fold Kaizer Chiefs has secured the services of highly rated Angolan international, Inacio Miguel Ferreira dos Santos from Angolan giants Petro de Luanda. This is their latest move in the transfer market, as they plan for the season ahead. https://x.com/KaizerChiefs/status/1826216967524544773 The 28-year-old centre-back arrived in South Africa on Tuesday afternoon, to undergo his medical before signing a three-year deal in Naturena. Miguel, who is the […]

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SA’s favourite Math teacher dies at 85

Widely celebrated teacher and instructor, William Smith passed on today at the age of 85. Smith was recently diagnosed with cancer. His daughter, Jessica Smith, took to social media to announce the renowned instructor’s passing at his home. “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William Smith who left us peacefully today at home in Perth, Australia, surrounded by family,” said Jessica in a brief statement. […]

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Government urged to urgently address violence at schools in Eldos

Calls are mounting for the government to intervene as cases of violence continue to surge in Eldorado Park Schools. Two grade 8 pupils from Lancea Vale Secondary School in the area have been arrested and charged with arson. At least three classrooms caught fire yesterday afternoon. Police say the flames were noticed by officers who were patrolling the area and were informed that the fire was started by some learners. […]

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Action SA confident its alliance with ANC in Joburg will last

Newly elected Johannesburg Council Speaker Nobuhle Mthembu has expressed confidence that Action SA's newfound alliance with the ANC will endure until the next local government elections in 2026. Speaking in Johannesburg today, following her victory over the DA's Nonhlanhla Sifumba for the speakership, Mthembu emphasized her party's commitment to working with the ANC to ensure stability in the city. Mthembu secured 180 votes, beating Sifumba who only garnered 68 votes, with […]

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‘Bennifer’ fans torn by couple’s divorce

The news of Hollywood stars Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce, on their wedding anniversary, has left many millennials divided on social media. After months of the rumor mill going on about their break-up, 55-year-old Lopez finally filed for divorce yesterday. The couple, affectionately known as 'Bennifer' are divorcing after two years of marriage. Lopez and Affleck began their love journey in 2003 and planned to get married the following year, […]

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Study shows women are more likely to give up on their businesses than men

A recent report by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report by the Stellenbosch Business School has revealed that women are more at risk to relinquish their businesses, compared to their male counterparts. They've attributed the trend to the  COVID-19 pandemic, personal or family life, and the business’ lack of profitability, amongst others. Lead author of the report, Natanya Meyer says more women leave the entrepreneurial space due to failure to recover […]

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