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Music mogul, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, has escaped life imprisonment after he was found not guilty on racketeering and sex trafficking. The 55-year-old was, however, convicted of transportation to engage in prostitution. This means that the rapper has been cleared of more serious charges after his seven-week trial, in which two of his former lovers testified. The verdict comes nearly 10 months after the music icon was arrested and accused of […]

Legal Resources Centre's advocate, Sheldon Magardie, says the anger directed at foreign nationals is only a symptom of the state's failure to comply with its own Constitutional regulations. The human rights lawyer is reacting to a campaign by some South Africans, from various parts of the country, who are blocking illegal immigrants from entering clinics for treatment. In an incident that's raised eyebrows in some quarters, an alleged health worker […]

The development of women's football in the country has been dealt a huge blow. Petroleum company, Sasol, has confirmed that their sponsorship agreement with the South African Football Association (Safa) has not been renewed. Sasol have been the main sponsor of the women's national team, Banyana Banyana, as well as the Sasol League for 16 years. In a statement, Sasol says the deal ended at the end of last month. […]

Minister of Correctional Services Dr. Pieter Groenewald’s call for a national debate on reintroducing corporal punishment has sparked mixed reactions. Speaking in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), the Minister proposed reviving the legislation, which was abolished in 1996. He believes that it could be a potential solution to the overcrowding crisis in the country’s prisons. As things stand, the country approximately has over 104 550 sentenced inmates and over […]

Eastern Cape Judge President, Selby Mbenenge, is expected to take the stand at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal currently under way in Sandton, where he faces allegations of sexual misconduct brought by High Court secretary, Andiswa Mengo. This was confirmed on Tuesday by Mbenenge’s legal counsel, advocate Muzi Sikhakhane. While the exact date of Mbenenge’s testimony remains unconfirmed, it’s been revealed that more witnesses — including Zinhle Nqayi, Unathi Sogoyiyo, and […]

The family of 21-year-old, Thulisile Mhlongo, who was bludgeoned to death in the early hours of Wednesday in Winterveld, Pretoria, is requesting for help in locating her boyfriend who is suspected to be her killer. Thulisile’s body was found disposed of at a dumping site in the township. Rasimati Chauke is said to have fled the scene after allegedly killing her. The Mhlongo family says Chauke’s relatives informed them that […]

Springboks head coach, Rassie Erasmus, has made five changes to his starting 15 for Saturday’s clash against Italy in Pretoria, with Jesse Kriel leading the world champions for the first time in an official Test. Loose-forward, Vincent Tshituka, will also make his Test debut in an experienced matchday 23 for the battle at Loftus Versfeld. Erasmus named a squad that featured 13 players, who were part of the matchday squad […]

Cultural expert, Professor Gugu Mazibuko, warns against couples weaponising their genders and says they should instead endeavour to ensure balance in the home. She's also urged employers to provide women with the flexibility needed to accommodate their responsibilities, which include cooking, cleaning, and raising children. Professor Mazibuko is reflecting on how life has evolved for both women and men, with women now also working in high-pressure jobs, which were previously […]

Political commentator, Goodenough Mashego, says it's hypocritical for Eastern Cape Premier, Oscar Mabuyane, to take a month-long leave while his province is dealing with the aftermath of a natural disaster that's left 102 people dead and thousands others displaced following last month's floods which wreaked havoc in the province, especially in the O.R. Tambo and Amathole District municipalities. Some families are still holding up hope to find their missing relatives […]

Motorists are in for a tough time at the pumps this month as the price of fuel will rise sharply at midnight. * 95 petrol will increase by 52c per litre * 93 petrol will go up by 55c a litre * Diesel by 82c and 84c per litre * Illuminating paraffin will rise by 67c a litre. The Department of Energy and Mineral Resources attributes the hikes to the increasing […]