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Survivor defies death threats to expose Thembisa’s alleged serial rapist

A survivor of alleged serial rapist, Sipho Lucas Phiri, has shared her harrowing account of how he brutally violated her and her sister at gunpoint. She spoke to YNews on Tuesday, on the sidelines of Phiri's brief appearance at the High Court sitting in Benoni. The 37-year-old faces 145 charges, including 44 counts of rape, after allegedly targeting young women and girls, carrying out the gruesome rapes between 2018 and […]

todaySeptember 3, 2024 547

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Ekurhuleni residents slam Presidential Imbizo as waste of money

Ekurhuleni residents have slammed today's visit by President Cyril Ramaphosa, saying Presidential imbizos don't yield any results. Ramaphosa's first Presidential Imbizo under the Government of National Unity, was met with criticism from residents. The president was flanked by several cabinet members, including COGTA Minister Velinkosini Hlabisa, Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, and Sports, Arts, and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie. The meeting aimed to provide a platform for residents to express their concerns. […]

todayAugust 23, 2024 58 1

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Kunene defends publication of COVID-19 beneficiaries amid backlash

PA Deputy President, Kenny Kunene, has defended Sport, Arts, and Culture Minister, Gayton Mckenzie's decision to publish the names of artists and athletes who benefited from the department's COVID-19 relief fund. Kunene's remarks came after some social media users criticised the move, saying it undermined the dignity of artists who suffered during the pandemic.Speaking at a press briefing in Johannesburg, Kunene said the move by Mckenzie was already encouraging artists […]

todayJuly 11, 2024 45

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US orders sanctions on Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank

The United States has imposed sanctions on some Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank, as the war in the Gaza Strip continues. On Thursday, the US President issued sanctions on four Israeli men it accused of being involved in settler violence in occupied Palestinian territory. The sanctions come as President Joe Biden conceded that the level of violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank was getting out of […]

todayFebruary 2, 2024 48

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#Januworry | Yires urged not to overspend this holiday season

Amid the temptation to spare no expense this holiday season, economists have warned young people to do themselves a favour and not spend more than what they can afford. Chief Economist at Econometrix, Dr Azar Jammine, has urged young people to reserve money for emergencies. He advises them to make provision for the essentials first, before splurging on luxury items.   The economist has also cautioned young people against not […]

todayDecember 14, 2023 87 1

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Spar Proteas fall short against Australia

  The Spar Proteas suffered a 62-43 defeat World number 1 Australia, on Wednesday, in the first of their three match series held in Sydney. The Origin Australian Diamonds claimed an opening test win over the South Africa, who did their best to fight back but fell short at the Cairns Convention Centre.   Australians were dominant against the Spar Proteas, leading 31-21 at half time. Neither side could get […]

todayOctober 25, 2023 126

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Inquiry into deadly Joburg CBD fire to start next week

The Commission of Inquiry into Usindiso Building fire in Marshalltown, which killed 77 people in August, will begin its hearings next week Thursday. Retired Justice Sisi Khampepe revealed this made during a media briefing on the Commission of Inquiry today. On August 31, 77 people tragically died after the building, which had been turned into an informal settlement at Corner Alberts and Delvers streets, caught fire in the early hours […]

todayOctober 17, 2023 247 1

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“62 burnt beyond recognition,” say officials as they scramble to identify victims of deadly blaze

Pathologists say 62 bodies have been burnt beyond recognition among the 76 victims of the Joburg CBD fire.This means only 12 of the deceased are identifiable. Earlier today, victims' families gathered at the Diepkloof mortuary where some of the victims' bodies had been taken in the hopes of identifying their loved ones. Pathologist, Thembalethu Mpahlaza, has urged more family members to come forward, as their DNA will prove vital in […]

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