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Former Proteas skipper, Quinton de Kock, has reversed his retirement from ODI cricket and has been named in both ODI and T20I squads for South Africa's upcoming tour of Pakistan in October, as well as the one-off T20I in Namibia. De Kock initially stepped away from ODI's following the 2023 Cricket World Cup. His last appearance for South Africa in limited-overs cricket came during the 2024 T20 World Cup final […]
Governance expert, Leo Maphosa, says that while political parties compete by putting forward high-profile candidates for Johannesburg’s mayoral seat, the real question remains: Can anyone rise above personal politics and prioritise service delivery? This comes after the Democratic Alliance (DA) named Helen Zille as it mayoral candidate for the country’s economic hub. Last week several reports suggested that the PA has thrown Kenny Kunene’s name in the hat, for the […]
National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola, says suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s order to disband the Political Killings Task Team was a complete infringement on his mandate. Speaking before the Madlanga Commission on Monday, which is probing allegations of political and criminal infiltration in the justice system, Masemola outlined the distinct roles and limits of both a minister and a police commissioner, saying Mchunu overstepped in disbanding KZN task team. His […]
The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance is calling for stricter regulations on alcohol advertising, warning that exposure significantly increases the risk of underage drinking. Earlier this week, SAAPA shared research, which shows children exposed to alcohol marketing are more likely to start drinking at a young age and engage in heavy consumption. The survey shows that nearly 50,000 learners revealed high levels of underage drinking, with alcohol often sourced from shops, […]
In a series of explosive testimonies at the Madlanga Commission, KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, laid bare a web of alleged criminal infiltration, political interference, and even media complicity within South Africa's justice and law enforcement structures. The Commissioner concluded the first round of his testimony on Friday, standing by his explosive July briefing. He alleged that powerful syndicates—including drug cartels and politically connected individuals—have infiltrated law enforcement and government […]
Social media is buzzing with praise for South African music sensation Tyla, after she showcased her rap skills on Cardi B’s new track Nice Guy. The viral reaction comes just hours after Cardi dropped her latest album, "AM I THE DRAMA?", which has already earned positive reviews from critics. On the single, Tyla not only captivates with her sultry vocals but also impresses fans with her rhythmic flow and catchy […]
The family of slain celebrity chef, Thembekile 'Pastry Princess' Letlape, say her killer, Sibusiso Zitha, was effectively given a 'get-out-of-jail-free card' by the justice system. Earlier today, the High Court in Johannesburg sentenced Sibusiso Zitha to 15 years in prison for murdering Letlape. He confessed to stabbing her multiple times on her face and chest, in full view of their 10-year-old daughter at their Fourways home in May last year. […]
ANC Youth League President, Collen Malatjie, has defended President Cyril Ramaphosa's controversial remarks praising DA-run municipalities, saying his comments were taken out of context. Speaking at a briefing on Friday, on the resolutions of the organisation’s recent National General Council, Malatjie said Ramaphosa’s intention was misinterpreted. Ramaphosa sparked debate earlier this week when he told ANC councillors gathered at FNB Stadium in Soweto that DA-led municipalities often perform better than […]
Kaizer Chiefs have confirmed that "ongoing discussions" are taking place with head coach, Nasreddine Nabi, amid widespread speculation about his possible exit from the club. Although the club has not officially confirmed his departure, Chiefs revealed that Nabi has not traveled with the team to Angola for their CAF Confederation Cup first preliminary round first-leg clash against Kabuscorp on Saturday. "Kaizer Chiefs confirms head coach Nasreddine Nabi is not with […]
