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The family of slain Soshanguve father, Sibusiso Sithebe, says his soul can rest in peace now that his killers are behind bars.  Sithebe’s ex-partner, Lerato, and her husband, Sibusiso Mahlangu, were sentenced to life behind bars for his murder on Friday.  The pair was convicted in November for luring Sithebe to his death in January 2022.  Together, the couple plotted to murder the young taxi driver, getting him intoxicated, dousing […]

While saving for long-term can sometimes be a difficult task to undertake, one financial expert says it all takes action. The Executive Head of South Africa’s largest debt management company, DebtBusters, says starting with the lowest amount of money one can afford will make a difference. Benay Sager advices young people to save whatever they can. According to research, South African consumers spend 68% of take-home pay to service debt. […]

Some residents of Fredman Drive in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, say they are living in fear following the shooting of three people at Solo Restaurant. Speaking to YNews anonymously, a mother of one expressed concern over the perceived lack of regulation governing nightclub bouncers. The woman has blamed, what she described as, overly aggressive bouncers for acting without restraint. According to the police, the shooting began after a man, who […]

Governance expert, Professor Sam Koma, says President Cyril Ramaphosa's visit to the City of Joburg was long overdue. Over the past two days, President Ramaphosa engaged with Gauteng’s leadership, tackling several pressing issues that continue to plague South Africa's economic hub. The President expressed deep concern over the deteriorating state of Johannesburg, once a vibrant and bustling city, lamenting that urgent action is needed to restore it to its former […]

During the month of Ramadan, Muslim footballers fast from sunrise until sunset. The same goes for players in the Premier Soccer League (PSL). Betway Premiership champions, Mamelodi Sundowns, have three in their ranks in Peter Shalulile, Tashreeq Matthews, and Keanu Cupido. Their coach, Miguel Cardoso, is also experienced in training players having coached ES Tunis in Tunisia and says that in his experience, the fast does not affect the players […]

As the severe weather conditions continue to wreak havoc in the country, residents have been advised to exercise caution in their homes and while driving. Infrastructure has been destroyed, leaving some people displaced and some without their cars, among other things. On Wednesday, Gauteng was heavily affected by heavy rain that left roads flooded, and some cares submerged. Some videos even showed rivers overflowing and some people said they have […]

The defense in the murder trial of convicted killer couple, Sibusiso and Lerato Mahlangu, has urged the Pretoria High Court to show leniency, requesting a 15-year sentence for the couple.  The duo was found guilty in November for murdering Lerato’s ex-partner, Sibusiso Sithebe, and faking Sibusiso's death as part of a brazen insurance scam - spanning three cities. While Sibusiso has confessed to the crime, citing emotional distress caused by […]

Sociologist, Dr Mbali Mazibuko, says young couple's decision to not want children at their weddings signifies social class mobility. Mazibuku says the events that young people and the middle-class host speak to the growing consumer culture in the country which is evident by the well curated weddings and other social events they host. She was weighing in on a fresh social media conversation on whether children should be invited to […]

A man has taken to social media, threatening to sue the Health Department and his medical doctor for failing to warn him about the side effects of circumcision. The man, Abednego, has also called on men who want to join his lawsuit to message him. The US-based South African claims that his sexual health was significantly better before undergoing the procedure, and he feels deceived by the health authorities. "We […]

Convicted killer-couple, Lerato and Sibusiso Mahlangu, return to the Pretoria High Court this morning for pre-sentencing proceedings.  In November, the pair were convicted for orchestrating the brutal murder of Lerato’s ex-partner and father of her child, Sibusiso Sithebe.  The couple, found guilty of murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and fraud, will argue for leniency before the court determines their final sentence. The Mahlangus’ crime was part of a plan to […]