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Media personality, Minenhle "Minnie" Dlamini, has filed a R2.5 million lawsuit against controversial podcast host, Macgyver "MacG" Mukwevho, accusing him of hate speech and harassment. The legal action follows remarks made on his show, Podcast and Chill with MacG, in which he allegedly implied that Dlamini's past relationship problems were linked to personal hygiene issues, a claim that triggered widespread public backlash, with many labelling the comments sexist, invasive, and […]

  Residents of Newclare have called on the justice system to show no leniency in the case involving a mother and her three co-accused, linked to a viral video showing a 4-year-old boy being coached to smoke an unknown substance. The four accused appeared for the second time in the Johannesburg Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, facing charges of attempted murder and child abuse. The public outcry stems from footage that […]

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso is not willing to be drawn into conversations about the absence of star players Khuliso Mudau, Lucas Ribeiro and Peter Shalulile. Sundowns cruised into the MTN8 semi-finals with a 4–0 win over Richards Bay on Sunday night, thanks to a brace from Iqraam Rayners, an own goal by Simphiwe Mcineka, and a strike from Siyabonga Mabena. However, despite the convincing victory, questions have been […]

Newly sworn-in Acting Police Minister, Firoz Cachalia, says South Africa is "not a banana republic" and has stressed the need for law enforcement agencies to uphold the law as the country battles rising levels of violent crime. His appointment follows, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s, decision to place Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave, pending the outcome of a judicial commission of inquiry into explosive corruption allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police […]

FlySafair flights are expected to return to full capacity following the end of a 12-day strike by the airline’s pilots. About 200 of the organisation’s pilots were demanding a 10.5% salary increase, while the airline was only offering a 5.7% hike. The strike which is said to be the the longest in South African history, ended today following talks between the aviation company and Solidarity, which represents most of the […]

Head of Leadership and People Development at Sanlam, Toughieda Hartley, says greater support for young people is essential to unlocking their potential and driving meaningful societal change. Hartley was honoured with the Best Youth Development Award at this year’s Nedbank Oliver Top Empowerment Awards, held at the Sandton Convention Centre last night. She emphasized the importance of investing in youth, describing them as the future drivers of the country’s economy. […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government will introduce supportive measures to assist companies affected by the 30% tariff imposed by the United States (US). Speaking on the sidelines of Acting Police Minister, Professor Firoz Cachalia’s, swearing-in ceremony, President Ramaphosa emphasized that Pretoria is engaged in extensive negotiations with Washington. Trade and Industry Minister, Parks Tau, has warned that the tariffs pose a serious threat to export-heavy sectors, including automotive, agro-processing, […]

When we talk about leadership, we often picture boardrooms, suits, podiums and titles. But leadership begins long before any of that – with access. Access to education. Access to safety. Access to spaces where voices are heard and valued. Across sub-Saharan Africa, girls face significant barriers to education. According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco), millions of girls still don’t complete secondary education for reasons of […]

Former Orlando Pirates captain, Lucky Lekgwathi, says the challenge will be tough in the MTN 8 as all teams involved are looking to start the season on a high note. The much-anticipated 2025/26 campaign will kick off with the season’s curtain-raiser, where the top eight teams from last season will battle it out for early bragging rights. This can also set the tone for the upcoming Premier Soccer League (PSL) […]

Rape and murder accused, Phethe Simao, is expected to plead guilty to all charges when he returns to the Johannesburg High Court on August 11. The 24-year-old Mozambican national is facing multiple charges linked to the brutal rape and murder of six-year-old, Amantle Samane, in Soweto last year. Simao appeared in court on Thursday morning, where he was expected to enter a plea and for the trial to get underway. […]