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We’ll go guns blazing against Zambia: Sibisi

Bafana Bafana defender, Nkosinathi Sibisi, says Saturday's international friendly against neighbours Zambia will be treated with the same respect and intensity that they had for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Orlando Pirates captain and Bafana squad will host Chipolopolo at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Gqeberha at 3pm. Echoing head coach Hugo Broos, Sibisi stressed that there are no "friendly" games for Bafana, and Saturday’s clash is also […]

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IPID report flagged alleged misconduct by EMPD’s Mkhwanazi: Nciza

Former Ekurhuleni Human Resources director, Xolani Nciza, says the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) released a report containing damning allegations against Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi shortly before his appointment as deputy chief of the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD). The IPID report recommended that an internal disciplinary process be instituted and be referred to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). Nciza said there is sufficient evidence for Mkhwanazi to face disciplinary action […]

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Artists turn up the volume on SAMRO, demand transparency and accountability

Tensions between local artists and the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) escalated on Thursday, as scores of musicians took to the streets of Johannesburg demanding transparency, accountability, and fair governance at the organisation. Under the banner Artists Unite, and joined by ActionSA and the EFF, the demonstrators marched to SAMRO’s Braamfontein offices, accusing the organisation of mismanagement and failing to protect whistleblowers exposing corruption. Law enforcement escorted the protestors […]

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Wendy Williams fans call for justice after being cleared of dementia

Supporters of popular American talk show host Wendy Williams are calling for justice after reports revealed that a neurologist has cleared her of frontotemporal dementia. The 61-year-old TV icon was diagnosed with the condition in 2023, a ruling that removed her of control over her finances, health, and communications. Williams has consistently maintained that she was misdiagnosed. Fans have flooded social media with demanding accountability, insisting that those responsible for […]

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Shebeshxt allegedly fired a shot at fans who were excited to see him

The Polokwane Magistrates’ Court has heard that popular musician Shebeshxt allegedly fired a shot at fans who were greeting and praising him. According to National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson in Limpopo, Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi, the artist responded to the fans by saying “Kgane aletlale ka nna?” before firing a shot at them. The Lekompo artist, whose real name is Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, appeared in court on Thursday after he was arrested during […]

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Anti-Bullying Week | Activists call for tougher measures against bullying

As South Africa marks Anti-Bullying Week, education experts and civil society organisations have warned that government efforts to curb bullying remain inadequate - citing poor enforcement, limited psychosocial support systems, and the surge of cyberbullying cases. This comes amid a series of shocking disturbing incidents that have shocked the nation, including the recent violent assault at Milnerton High School in Cape Town. In another tragedy, Grade 10 learner Lerato Mochadibane […]

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Madlanga Commission | Former city manager ‘pressured HR to reinstate’ Mkhwanazi at EMPD

Former head of employee relations at the City of Ekurhuleni, Xolani Nciza, says the city's former manager, Dr. Imogen Mashazi, forced him to facilitate the reinstatement of Brigadier Julius Mkhwanazi at the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) after months of suspension. Testifying at the Madlanga Commission, Nciza said Mashazi became increasingly hostile toward him for allegedly trying to extend Mkhwanazi’s suspension, claiming she had a close informal relationship with the […]

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Mokwena backs Lorch to change Broos’ mind

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates head coach, Rhulani Mokwena, has urged Thembinkosi Lorch to draw inspiration from Themba Zwane as he continues to be overlooked by Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos, despite his impressive form for Wydad Casablanca. Lorch has scored five goals in nine matches for the Moroccan club, prompting questions over his continued exclusion from recent national team selections. Mokwena, who previously coached Lorch at Pirates, advised […]

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SAHRC flags overcrowding and systemic failures in Gauteng schools

The South African Human Rights Commission says Gauteng schools are facing a serious overcrowding crisis, with some classrooms accommodating more than 50 learners. Releasing its 2025 School Readiness Monitoring Report on Wednesday, the Commission said the findings expose deep-rooted problems in South Africa’s education system — including infrastructure backlogs, delays in school placements, and deteriorating learning conditions. The report, which monitored 150 schools across all nine provinces, including 20 in […]

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Maluleke’s appointment as acting NSFAS chair sparks political backlash

Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela, has come under fire for appointing Dr Mugwena Maluleke as the Acting Chairperson of the NSFAS Board. Maluleke, who currently serves as the General Secretary of the South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU), replaces Karen Stander, who resigned citing racism, bullying, intimidation, and safety concerns. The Department says Dr Maluleke’s appointment aims to ensure stability as the Minister seeks a court review to […]

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