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Fathers urged to be involved in children’s lives

Teddy Bear Foundation’s Director, Dr Shaheda Omar, says the presence of a father in a child’s life is important for raising thriving minors who can relate positively to others in society. Omar’s remarks come as the country celebrates Father’s Day and Youth Day. “Although both parents are important in a child’s life, the child learns best by observational theory. By observing how the significant adult male role model responds to […]

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GNU unites old foes, sparks new friendships

After weeks of negotiations, the 7th administration, under the Government of National Unity (GNU), has finally come together. Much to the disappointment of many, the ANC will be co-governing with the DA, the Freedom Front Plus, the IFP and the PA after it failed to secure majority of votes in last month’s elections for the first time in 30 years, securing 40% of the vote. While the Ts and Cs […]

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“History will judge you,” Malema tells Ramaphosa 

  EFF Leader, Julius Malema, has denounced the Government of National Unity (GNU) as a grand coalition between the ANC and white monopoly capital.    Malema used his congratulatory speech to President Cyril Ramaphosa to tell him that history will judge him, and it will judge him harshly.    Ramaphosa will now preside over the 7th democratic administration, after MPs voted for him to lead South Africa again following one […]

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Ramaphosa clinches second term in office

  Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected as the President of South Africa.    Ramaphosa squared off with the EFF’s Julius Malema for the country’s top position.    In a clean sweep, the 71-year-old secured 283 votes while Malema only managed to garner 44 votes.    Ramaphosa was re-elected to lead country during the first sitting of the National Assembly on Friday.    The ANC’s Thoko Didiza has been elected as […]

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Incoming govt urged to prioritise youth and human rights

Amnesty International South Africa is urging the incoming government to prioritise the youth and human rights. The organisation made the call in its Youth Day statement, which is being observed in South Africa today. The organisation's Executive Director, Shenilla Mohamed, says the commemoration of the 1976 youth revolt against an oppressive government serves as a captivating reminder of the significance of safeguarding the freedom and rights of the youth, whom […]

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Outcry over pride flag at elite Cape Town school

Matric pupils at Bishops Diocesan College, in Cape Town, have taken the school to task over the hoisting of the pride flag. Together with some members of the Student Representative Forum (SRF), they penned a statement urging the school not to do so this year. Bishops College has been flying the flag for three days during Pride Month to recognise and support members of the queer community at the school […]

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EFF promises to behave in Parliament this time around

EFF leader, Julius Malema, says the party has decided to change its strategy in the National Assembly as the country's lawmakers take their oath of office. Ahead of the inaugural sitting of the seventh administration last night, Malema assured the public that no red overalls and berets will be seen flying across Parliament during this administration. [WATCH] Today will mark the first sitting of the National Assembly (NA) wherein 39 […]

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JJ Tabane slams ‘spineless’ politicians

Talk show host, JJ Tabane, says the country is headed for stormy waters, as the 7th administration is set to be sworn-in tomorrow. Speaking on his show, Power to Truth, Tabane slammed political leaders - saying they don't have a backbone after they went back on their decisions about coalitions. He made reference to the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) leader, Velenkosini Hlabisa, who had previously said his party wouldn't work […]

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ANC and IFP unite, analyst says MK Party will be left in the cold

As South Africans prepare for a new Government of National Unity, Cultural and Political Analyst, Professor Musa Xulu, says he's not surprised by the Inkatha Freedom Party's (IFP) decision to work with the ANC. The IFP yesterday announced the news after the ANC failed to secure the majority at the polls last month. Party President, Velenkosini Hlabisa, further confirmed that the IFP will partner with the DA, ANC and NFP in KZN […]

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Modise urges Mofokeng to head overseas sooner than later

Orlando Pirates legend, Teko Modise, believes that Relebohile Mofokeng should move to a European club as soon as possible. The Pirates 19-year-old has set the local football scene alight since making his first team debut in the 2022/23 season, where he scored five goals in all competitions. He went on to endear himself further to the Pirates faithful when he scored the winning goal in their 2-1 victory against Mamelodi […]

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