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  The long-running SETA board saga has flared up again, with newly appointed Higher Education Minister, Buti Manamela, under fire for appointing three controversial figures to lead troubled Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs). Opposition parties, including the Democratic Alliance (DA) and the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), have accused Manamela of using SETAs to reward ANC allies, warning that the appointments entrench cadre deployment and weaken accountability in the skills development sector. […]

Influential Mamelodi Sundowns captain, Themba Zwane, has suffered yet another injury setback. Zwane left the field in the first half of the MTN8 semifinal first leg against Orlando Pirates last weekend and coach Miguel Cardoso said he is expected to be out for about two months. The midfielder missed a large portion of the previous season after he suffered a career-threatening Achilles injury during Bafana Bafana’s Africa Cup of Nations […]

National Police Commissioner, General Fannie Masemola, says he will allow the courts to deal with his deputy, Shadrack Sibiya's suspension. Sibiya was placed on special leave in July after being implicated in alleged corruption by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Mkhwanazi placed Police Minister, Senzo Mchunu and Sibiya, at the centre of what has been described as a crisis at the South African Police Service (SAPS). The embattled Deputy National […]

Some young delegates at this year's Y20 Summit have raised serious concerns about the growing impact of cyberbullying, calling for more decisive action from governments and tech platforms. The week-long summit, held at the Birchwood Conference Hotel in Boksburg, has brought together youth representatives from G20 member states to discuss pressing global issues, including climate change, inclusive economic growth, employment, and multilateralism. On day three of the youth-led event, discussions […]

Controversial businessman, Katiso "KT" Molefe, accused of masterminding the murder of popular musician Oupa "DJ Sumbody" Sefoka, will remiain behind bars after being denied bail by the Alexandra Magistrates’ Court. Molefe, arrested in July, faces multiple charges including murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition. He is accused of orchestrating the November 2022 Woodmead shooting that claimed the lives of DJ Sumbody and two of […]

Families of the Life Esidimeni victims have accused the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) of dragging its feet on justice, nine years after they brutally lost their loved ones. This follows the NPA’s disclosure to families that a legal opinion recommends prosecuting Qedani Mahlangu and Dr. Makgabo Manamela but only for two out of 144 people who lost their lives at the facility. Last year, the Pretoria High Court handed down […]

Kaizer Chiefs assistant coach, Khalil Ben Youssef, has confirmed that head coach Nasreddine Nabi will return to South Africa this week and will lead the team in their Betway Premiership clash against Mamelodi Sundowns next Wednesday. Amakhosi have made a perfect start to the season, securing three wins from three to sit second on the log behind Sekhukhune United on goal difference. Chiefs beat Richards Bay 1-0 at home on […]

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has urged the public to respect the dignity of the late third-year student Sphiwokuhle Madela and his family by refraining from sharing distressing videos linked to his death. Footage showing of a man, believed to be a Durban University of Technology (DUT) student, seen lunging before falling to his death, has been widely circulated on social media. SADAG's Operations Director, Cassie Chambers, […]

Soshanguve taxi drivers are up in arms over the recent impounding of their vehicles, accusing the government of acting unfairly and unreasonably. Operators claim they are repeatedly asked to produce operating permits, documents many say they’ve been trying to obtain for years without success. At least 30 taxis were impounded last week during a service delivery operation in the township. Drivers argue that the permit application process is flawed, with […]