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The High Court in Pretoria has dismissed an appeal by the family of former Zambian President, Edgar Lungu, which upheld a previous ruling that he must be buried in Zambia. The family approached the court for leave to appeal the matter in the Supreme Court of Appeal. But the High Court in Pretoria found that there were no reasonable prospects for success. The ruling is seen as a legal victory […]
Several Emmy Award winners used the prestigious ceremony to speak out against Israel’s war in Gaza and to criticize US President Donald Trump. Hacks star, Hannah Einbinder, who won Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy, called for Palestinian freedom during her acceptance speech. Speaking to the media after the event, she said it’s her duty as a Jewish person to separate Jewish identity from the actions of the Israeli state. […]
Some students at the Tshwane TVET College have rejected the Department of Higher Education and Training’s newly announced "war room" initiative, saying it will not bring meaningful change to long-standing issues in the sector. The criticism comes after Deputy Minister, Buti Manamela, announced the formation of the war room ahead of the 2026 academic year. The initiative is intended to tackle persistent problems such as NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid […]
The man accused of a series of rapes and other violent crimes in Soweto, will remain behind bars until November, as the state prepares to add more charges to his case. Oupa Hector Ringani (41) was arrested last Wednesday and currently faces a long list of charges, including 35 counts of rape, 20 counts of aggravated robbery, 21 counts of kidnapping, and 15 counts of pointing a firearm. The alleged […]
Kaizer Chiefs coach, Nasreddine Nabi, says the club is exploring loan moves for some players ahead of the transfer window closing next Monday. Chiefs have signed 11 new players this season, in a bid to close the gap on their rivals and hopefully compete for the league. Amakhosi now have over 40 players, and Nabi says it’s challenging to ensure everyone gets enough game time. "Yes, it's true that the […]
Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader, Gayton McKenzie, has appealed for patience as the party finalises its internal investigation into suspended Deputy President, Kenny Kunene. Kunene was suspended nearly two months ago after police found him at the Sandton home of murder-accused Katiso “KT” Molefe, who has been linked to the killings of DJ Sumbody and DJ Vintos. Kunene, has denied any wrongdoing, saying he was simply accompanying a journalist from his […]
Constitution Hill was this weekend transformed into a living canvas as the 13th instalment of the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival took centre stage, casting its spotlight on creative small and medium enterprises. Born from the spirit of 1976, the festival has become more than a remembrance—it is a stage where art, music, film, and entrepreneurship weave together. This year’s theme, "Celebrating the Legacy of Creative Expression," was not just an […]
Orlando Pirates striker, Tshegofatsho Mabasa, says the recent motor vehicle accident that landed several members of the team, including head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, in hospital at the beginning of the month has strengthened the squad’s determination to win a fourth consecutive MTN8 title. The accident occurred on August 31, a day after their 3-0 league victory over Chippa United at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, on the R21 near OR Tambo […]
South African Student Congress (SASCO) has welcomed the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC)'s decision to withdraw the controversial proposed National Credit Act amendments, calling it a win for students across the country. The Department made the decision after an overwhelming public response, with over 20,000 submissions, most of which opposed the proposal. The proposed changes, published in the Government Gazette last month, had raised concerns that they could […]
Local businesses and taxi drivers in Johannesburg have welcomed the reopening of Lilian Ngoyi Street, after a two-year closure. The street, formerly Bree Street, was severely damaged by a methane gas explosion in July 2023, which killed one person and injured 48 others. A local business owner noted that the two-year reconstruction period had kept customers away, as the road closure made it difficult for them to access shops along […]
