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South Africa in the running to host 2027 FIFA World Cup

World football governing body, FIFA, has confirmed that South Africa is one of the four bidders to host the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup. The other three are from Brazil, a joint bid from the USA and Canada, and another from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands. Following FIFA's confirmation of receipt of the bids, the four countries now have until the 19th of May to confirm and return their interest […]

todayApril 25, 2023 139

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Concern over Kolisi’s knee injury

The Springboks & the Sharks will be sweating over the fitness of captain Siyamthanda Kolisi who limped off the pitch in the Durban side's 22-22 draw with Munster in the United Rugby Championship on Saturday. Kolisi seems to have suffered a knee injury in the first 10 minutes of the match. The knee was strapped up by the Sharks' medical team before the flanker joined the action once again. He […]

todayApril 24, 2023 170

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Calls mount for Lamola’s head over the Bester escape

Anger and shock swirl among South Africans as more details of the Thabo Bester scandal emerge. Prisoners' rights activist, Miles Bhudu, believes the real culprits behind the escape are still occupying high positions and enjoying taxpayers’ money. He says he hopes Thabo Bester and Dr Nandipha Magudumana will come to their senses and apply for a plea bargain where they will tell it all. Bhudu says Correctional Services Minister, Ronald […]

todayApril 24, 2023 196

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Child sex trafficking kingpin Ackerman found guilty

The high court in Johannesburg has found Gerhard Ackerman (52) guilty of rape and sexual exploitation of children. The convicted rapist faced more than 730 charges, which included human trafficking, sexual grooming and possession of child pornography. Ackerman was charged alongside senior advocate Paul Kennedy who committed suicide shortly after he was arrested in 2022. The 52-year-old used his massage parlour to house the young victims and forced them to […]

todayApril 24, 2023 161

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Phala Phala scandal likely to have tongues wagging even in 2024

While questions remain on the criminality that took place at President Cyril Ramaphosa's controversial Phala Phala farm, some of the country's biggest and most crucial public entities have exonerated the statesman. The alleged theft of foreign currency at the president's Limpopo farm in 2020 has cast a dark cloud over Ramaphosa and his administration. It seems that the widely publicised theft will still haunt the President even in the year […]

todayJanuary 5, 2023 147

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The Wife is breaking all records on Showmax

Showmax’s hit new telenovela, The Wife, is impressing audiences across the world. The Wife is the first Showmax original telenovela to hit the streaming service. Audiences can expect drama, secrets, lies and more. Season one follows Hlomu, an ambitious journalist, played by Mbalenhle Mavimbela. When Hlume falls for taxi driver Mqhele, played by Bonko Khoza, his secrets draw her into the dark underworld. The series is inspired by the best-selling […]

todayNovember 18, 2021 372

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#NathiMustGO | Artists call for Minister’s resignation

On the 15 January, Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture, Nathi Mthethwa tweeted “South African theatre is alive and well with performing arts institutions of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture such as @ArtscapeTheatre, @MarketTheatre, @PACOFS3, @DurbanPlayhouse, @statetheatre and @WindybrowTheatr (sic) offering an array of indigenous drama and dance etc.” Yet artists in the industry beg to differ as they call for his removal and started the #NathiMustGO online […]

todayJanuary 27, 2021 298

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Ford partners with YFM, donates R500 000 to Save the Children

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has dedicated extensive resources to assist communities and humanitarian organisations involved in helping the most vulnerable members of our society. Ford has further extended its community support during this crisis by donating R500 000 to Save the Children South Africa – an organisation that promotes children’s rights, protects them from violence and cares for their health and nutrition. “This year […]

todayDecember 10, 2020 80

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Equip your education with STADIO and YFM

STADIO offers qualifications at every level, from Higher Certificates to Doctorates. Enjoy the convenience, affordability and support of a distance learning qualification or choose contact learning for the face to face interaction. To find out how you can start the journey to achieve your goals, go to stadio.ac.za. If you missed the STADIO feature on #YMornings, listen here for some tips and tricks to apply on your quest to furthering […]

todayDecember 3, 2020 40