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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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The ANC is under attack’ – Zandile Gumede

Former eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede has told her supporters that the African National Congress (ANC) is under attack and that the only ones who can free the party are its branches. Gumede spoke outside the Durban Special Commercial Crimes Court on Thursday, 10 September 2020, where her corruption case was postponed to 10 December. She, along with 16 others face charges of corruption linked to a suspicious R430 million waste […]

todaySeptember 10, 2020 70

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There has never been such an inclusive policy process in the Democratic Alliance| Helen Zille

Democratic Alliance Federal council Chairperson Helen Zille has dismissed allegations that the party's policy conference was a mere exercise to rubber stamp predetermined outcomes. The DA held an online press briefing on Monday, 7 September 2020, following its two day online policy conference at the weekend. Several delegates have cried fowl, alleging that they weren't given an opportunity to comment during the process to adopt certain policies. However the party's […]

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There was nothing untoward about Bosasa loan, says Smith

The former Chairperson of the Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services, Vincent Smith, has told  the State Capture Inquiry, that he saw nothing wrong with the more than R700 000 he received from Bosasa’s former Chief Operations Officer (COO) Angelo Agrizzi. He appeared before the inquiry on Friday, September 4, 2020. Smith had been implicated by Agrizzi, who told the commission he had received the money as a bribe from […]

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COVID-19: 298 more people die

The death toll from the COVID-19 pandemic continues to increase, with 298 more people succumbing to the deadly virus, which brings the death toll to 7 067. There are now 452 529 confirmed COVID-19 cases in South Africa after 7 120 new infections were recorded on Monday, 27 July 2020. Of the additional fatalities, 91 are from the Free State, 77 from the Eastern Cape, 61 from Gauteng, 36 from […]

todayJuly 28, 2020 53

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SIU to probe COVID-19-related corruption

President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed to clamp down on corruption arising from the COVID-19 pandemic and has signed a proclamation empowering the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to look into the extent of the allegations. Ramaphosa addressed the nation on Thursday, 23 July 2020, on developments in South Africa’s risk-adjusted strategy to manage the spread of COVID-19. The proclamation, allows the SIU to probe any allegations relating to the misuse of […]

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President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the Border Management Authority Bill into law

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Border Management Authority Bill of 2020 into law. The new legislation, which came into effect on Tuesday 21 July 2020, addresses a need identified by government and diverse stakeholders in the economy for an integrated and well-coordinated border management service. This is to secure travel and legitimate trade in accordance with the Constitution, and international and domestic law. Presidential spokesperson, Khusela Diko said the […]

todayJuly 23, 2020 44