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Manamela urges VUT to safeguard 2026 academic year amid fake degree scandal

Higher Education Minister, Buti Manamela, has urged the Council of the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) to implement strong measures to protect the integrity of the 2026 academic year amid the unfolding scandal over fraudulent qualifications. The institution is facing allegations of a criminal syndicate selling fake degrees and illegally registering foreign nationals. The council has since launched an independent forensic investigation to determine the scale of the scheme and […]

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Ouaddou unfazed by AFCON break

Orlando Pirates coach, Abdeslam Ouaddou, says the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) breaks, comes at the right time for his players, despite the excellent run of form. The Buccaneers recently defeated Marumo Gallants 1-0 after extra time in the Carling Knockout Cup final in Polokwane, to securing their second trophy of the season. The Moroccan remains confident that the break — which runs from December 21 to January 18, […]

todayDecember 9, 2025 60

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Iconic CottonFest cancelled after seven years, fans left heartbroken

Some young people have taken to social media to express disappointment following the announcement that CottonFest will no longer continue. The popular South African music and culture festival, founded by the late Riky Rick, has officially come to an end after seven years. Organisers said that despite the festival’s success in elevating both emerging and established local talent, differing long-term visions among shareholders have made it impossible to continue the […]

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Health Department urged to train healthcare workers on empathy and HIV support

HIV activist, Mluleki Zazini, has called on the Department of Health to provide comprehensive training for community healthcare workers to deliver empathetic and supportive HIV disclosure services. The National Association of People Living with HIV and AIDS (NAPWA) director made the recommendation at the HIV Stigma Index 2.0 launch, highlighting the urgent need to address discrimination and abuse against people living with HIV. Zazini who is also the Chairperson for […]

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Midrand couple’s child sex crimes case moves to High Court amid global dark-web links

The case against a Midrand couple accused of producing and distributing child sexual abuse material has intensified, with rights organisations and prosecutors highlighting the State’s extensive preparation ahead of their High Court trial. Darren Wilken, 35, and his girlfriend, 25-year-old Tiona Moodley, appeared briefly in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, where prosecutors confirmed nearly 1,000 charges against them. The case has now been transferred to the High Court, with […]

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ANC in talks with Nehawu over unpaid staff salaries

ANC's National spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri, says the party is engaging with the the National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union (Nehawu) over outstanding staff salaries at Luthuli House. Several staff members reportedly did not receive their November salaries, with workers saying late payments have become a recurring problem. Some employees staged a picket yesterday outside the Boksburg venue where the ANC is holding its week-long National General Council (NGC). Earlier […]

todayDecember 9, 2025 52

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Williams confident of Bafana’s World Cup group chances

Bafana Bafana captain, Ronwen Williams, believes that South Africa have a strong chance of advancing from their group at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bafana were drawn in Group A during Friday's draw in Washington, where they will face Mexico, South Korea and one of four European nations. Denmark, North Macedonia, the Czech Republic and Ireland will compete in a play-off in March to determine who joins the group. "It […]

todayDecember 8, 2025 101

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Parolee among Saulsville massacre suspects – Masemola

SAPS National Commissioner, Fannie Masemola, says one of the three gunmen who opened fire on residents at the Saulsville hostel this past Saturday is a parolee who was released in September. The parolee and two accomplices allegedly stormed an illegal shebeen at the hostel and opened fire on patrons. Twenty-five people were caught in the crossfire - including 12 who died. Three of the deceased are children aged, 3, 12, […]

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SAfm host and co-accused released on bail in alleged Russian army recruitment scheme

Five people arrested at OR Tambo International Airport for allegedly recruiting South Africans to join the Russian military have been granted bail. On Monday, SAfm presenter Nonkululeko Mantula was released on R30 000 bail. Xolani Ntuli (46) was granted R15 000 bail, while Thulani Mazibuko (24), Siphamandla Chabalala (23) and Sifiso Mabena (21) were each granted R5 000 bail. The group faces charges under legislation that bars South Africans from […]

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Diddy’s mother slammed for defending him amid docuseries fallout

Social media users have slammed Sean "Diddy" Combs’ mother, Janice Combs, for once again defending her son following the release of the new Netflix docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning. https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesjeffersonj/video/7581266349796723981?q=diddy%20mother%20netflix&t=1765204646831 Janice dismissed the allegations made in the documentary as "inaccurate and patently false," saying the series misrepresented her and spread lies about her relationship with her son. She directly addressed claims made by Diddy’s former friend and colleague, Kirk Burrowes, […]

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