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Tributes for late former deputy president flood social media

Social media users continue to pay tribute to the struggle stalwart and former deputy president, David Mabuza. Mabuza passed at a Johannesburg hospital, just a little over a month before he turned 65. The Mpumalanga born politician was first sworn in as deputy president of the country in February of 2018 and is credited with being a game-changer in the ANC's 2017 presidential race, which saw Cyril Ramaphosa ascending to […]

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Jota’s death leaves football fans heartbroken

Tributes continue to pour in for Liverpool forward, Diogo Jota, following the sad news of his death. The football fraternity has been left heartbroken after news broke that the 28-year-old and his brother were killed in a car crash, just two weeks after the football star's nuptials. According to the Spanish authorities, the Portuguese national's car, a Lamborghini, veered off the road after a tyre burst, resulting in it catching […]

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SuperSport United sold to Siwelele FC

Broadcaster, SuperSport, has confirmed the sale of Betway Premiership club, SuperSport United, to Siwelele Football Club. It's also revealed that the deal still needs the Premier Soccer League's (PSL) approval. “The sale of the club comes as SuperSport makes strategic shifts to allow us to remain the biggest broadcaster in Africa and a leading global competitor. Shifts in the market, as well as the need to innovate in accordance with […]

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Industry colleagues and fans divided over Diddy trial’s mixed verdict

Social media users and entertainment industry players have expressed mixed reactions to Sean “Diddy” Combs' sex trial split verdict, saying they are eagerly awaiting his sentencing.  The 55-year-old was found guilty on two charges of transportation for prostitution and was acquitted of more serious charges, including sex trafficking. He will remain in custody until his sentencing. The mixed verdict comes nearly 10 months after the music icon was arrested for […]

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Mbenenge referred to staff as ‘big girl’ and ‘young lady,’ tribunal hears

The language Eastern Cape Judge President, Selby Mbenenge, commonly uses took centre stage at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal underway in Sandton, Johannesburg, where he is facing allegations of sexual misconduct. On Wednesday, the tribunal heard that Mbenenge frequently addressed his staff using terms like “baby” and “children.” His former secretary, Zintle Nkqayi, testified in his favour — speaking through a translator — describing this choice of words as reflective of […]

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Sex scandal rocks Hoërskool Waterkloof

Advocate Sean Hefferman, who represents the complainants in the sexual misconduct case against Hoërskool Waterkloof Principal, Chris Deneyesshen, says he is concerned about the delays in the matter. Deneysshen is accused of sexually grooming his alleged victims, who are learners at the school, and forcing them into calling him Papa D. He is also alleged to have remarked that the learners wear provocative attire, which exposes their shoulders and knees. […]

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Diddy escapes life behind bars

Music mogul, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, has escaped life imprisonment after he was found not guilty on racketeering and sex trafficking. The 55-year-old was, however, convicted of transportation to engage in prostitution. This means that the rapper has been cleared of more serious charges after his seven-week trial, in which two of his former lovers testified. The verdict comes nearly 10 months after the music icon was arrested and accused of […]

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Mzansi’s anger towards foreigners described as a symptom of state’s failure

Legal Resources Centre's advocate, Sheldon Magardie, says the anger directed at foreign nationals is only a symptom of the state's failure to comply with its own Constitutional regulations. The human rights lawyer is reacting to a campaign by some South Africans, from various parts of the country, who are blocking illegal immigrants from entering clinics for treatment. In an incident that's raised eyebrows in some quarters, an alleged health worker […]

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Sasol exits Safa partnership

The development of women's football in the country has been dealt a huge blow. Petroleum company, Sasol, has confirmed that their sponsorship agreement with the South African Football Association (Safa) has not been renewed. Sasol have been the main sponsor of the women's national team, Banyana Banyana, as well as the Sasol League for 16 years. In a statement, Sasol says the deal ended at the end of last month. […]

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Minister’s call for return of corporal punishment stirs controversy

Minister of Correctional Services Dr. Pieter Groenewald’s call for a national debate on reintroducing corporal punishment has sparked mixed reactions. Speaking in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), the Minister proposed reviving the legislation, which was abolished in 1996. He believes that it could be a potential solution to the overcrowding crisis in the country’s prisons. As things stand, the country approximately has over 104 550 sentenced inmates and over […]

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