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Ace Magashule is on the brink of expulsion from the ANC

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:51

Ace Magashule’s fate hangs in the balance as a disciplinary committee recommends his expulsion from the ANC. Former ANC Secretary-General Ace Magushule is staring expulsion from the political party in the face after a disciplinary committee recommended, he be kicked out for illegally suspending party president Cyril Ramaphosa in May 2021. READ: Hawks pounce on pangolin peddlers […]

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Jordaan bid SA to host the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:44

Jordaan spoke about plans to create a women’s professional league in SA and why the FIFA Women’s World Cup was crucial to the project. South African Football Association (SAFA) President Dr Danny Jordaan travelled to the Confederation of African Football’s headquarters (CAF) in Cairo, Egypt on 29 May to brief the continental governing body on […]

R200 million cocaine theft from Hawks offices

Hawks pounce on pangolin peddlers – four arrested

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:35

The Hawks arrested four men for allegedly attempting to sell endangered pangolins for R200 000 in Mahikeng, North West. Four men were arrested for allegedly attempting to sell two pangolins in Mahikeng, North West on Tuesday, 30 May. READ: SASSA ‘Shoprite loans’: Agency distances itself from another online scam HAWKS NAB MEN FOR ATTEMPTED SALE OF […]

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Springbok legend ‘Beast’ Mtawarira hands over RWC trophy

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 20:25

Celebrations are taking place throughout France this week to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. Celebrations are taking place throughout France this week to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. MUST READ | Sharks snap up Springbok front rower World Rugby confirmed that the Webb Ellis Cup arrived […]

SASSA ‘Shoprite loans’: Agency distances itself from another online scam

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 19:56

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) issued a stern warning against an online scam claiming a loan partnership with Shoprite exists. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) distanced itself from an online scam circulating that claims the agency is involved in a loan partnership with supermarket Shoprite. READ: Police unveil more details about Warren […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Wednesday,31 May’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 31-05-23 21:36

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Wednesday, 31 May 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Wednesday, 31 […]

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Lotto: Here are Wednesday, 31 May’s numbers and results

By Sonja Baartman 31-05-23 21:01

Are you ready for the 31 May 2023 Lotto and Lotto Plus draw on Wednesday? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re South Africa’s latest overnight millionaire. FOR THE LATEST SA EXPAT NEWS VISIT SAPEOPLE If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play then you might just strike gold here. Let’s have a […]

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Range Rover Sport SV: View the most powerful Range Rover yet

By Garrin Lambley 31-05-23 18:34

The new Range Rover Sport SV is billed as the brand’s most powerful model yet, and the 467kW performance flagship is headed to South Africa. The 2023 Range Rover Sport SV has broken cover and the big news is the performance flagship’s BMW-sourced mild-hybrid system coupled to a twin-turbo V8 engine delivering 467kW and 750Nm […]

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South Africans ditch DStv, gym memberships as times get rough

By Garrin Lambley 31-05-23 18:19

DStv is among the biggest casualties of household budget-cutting exercises as South Africans struggle to make ends meet. WIN | SOCCER QUIZ | FIVE simple answers could win you R500 in cash! That is according to a recent survey conducted by online research company InfoQuest. Some 300 nationally-representative consumers were asked what policies or contracts they had […]

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Crime Stats: Top 10 home burglary hotspots in the country

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 17:55

Plessislaer police station recorded the highest number of home robbery and burglary cases in the country with a total of 390 cases. An average of over 500 homes are broken into everyday in South Africa between January and March this year. These are some of the crime statistics released by Police Minister Bheki Cele on […]

E-waste company revolutionizes electronic recycling in SA

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 16:56

Basadi E-Waste, an innovative recycling company owned by Kgothatso Ndema, is making waves in South Africa’s e-waste sector. Basadi E-Waste recycling company is driven by a woman who is determined to recycle electronics of Information Technology (IT) equipment. This innovative e-waste company is owned by Kgothatso Ndema (33) from Soshanguve, Gauteng. ALSO READ: City of Ekurhuleni […]

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Ugandan president signs anti-gay legislation law with death penalty

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 16:07

Uganda’s president has signed a new anti-gay legislation law, supported by many East African countries but condemned by human rights activists. President Yoweri Museveni has signed a bill that does not criminalise those who identify as homosexual. This is a concern for many campaigners who condemned a draft that was presented earlier. The new law […]

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Springboks in 2023: NINE new faces vying for World Cup spots

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 15:55

The Springboks are seemingly repeating what worked for them in 2019 but Rassie Erasmus has refused to stick exactly to the playbook. Split squads – tick. Arriving well before schedule – tick. Similar squad to four years ago – tick, well sort of … The mainstay of the defending champions will be on the plane […]

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Sterling rises but sticky inflation remains in focus

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 15:43

As the Sterling rises against a weaker dollar on Tuesday, stickier than expected British inflation remains in focus ahead of a quiet week for the country’s data calendar. Reuters: As the Sterling rises against a weaker dollar on Tuesday, stickier than expected British inflation remains in focus ahead of a quiet week for the country’s […]

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Author Zoleka Mandela shares another health update

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 15:32

Prayers and well wishes would continue to pour in for celebrity author Zoleka. Zoleka Mandela shared an update on her health, she revealed that on Saturday she collapsed due to another brain tumour. Zozo has been resilient in her fight against cancer. She has asked people to continue praying for her. In an Instagram post […]

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Rassie Erasmus: Go inside the mind of the Springboks boss

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 14:28

Springboks Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus is faced with a number of tough calls in getting the best 33 players onto the World Cup plane. As we’ve learnt in the past, sometimes Rassie Erasmus talks a bit too much. But other times, he lets fans of the Springboks inside the inner workings of his rugby […]

BREAKING: Veteran actor Patrick Ndlovu has died

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 13:07

Breaking news just in, veteran actor Patrick Ndlovu has died on Tuesday at the age of 85. Here is the latest. Veteran actor Patrick Ndlovu has died at the age of 85. Ndlovu was known for his role as the ruthless principal of Yizo Yizo. It is currently screening on Netflix. BREAKING NEWS – VETERAN ACTOR PATRICK NDLOVU HAS DIED […]

Springbok boss celebrates 100 days to go to RWC 2023 with World Rugby

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 12:49

The countdown to Rugby World Cup 2023 has officially started, meaning the Springboks have had to hand-over the trophy. Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber was included in World Rugby’s celebrations to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of Rugby World Cup 2023. With a little under three months to go until the best players on the planet arrive […]

SA's stance on Russia-Ukraine conflict

DA launches court bid to compel the arrest of Vladimir Putin

By Mimi Mfundisi 31-05-23 12:07

The DA is clear about wanting Vladimir Putin to be arrested and handed over to the ICC. The party is seeking a declaratory order. The Democratic Alliance (DA) has launched a court application in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria requesting a declaratory order to have Russia President, Vladimir Putin when he arrives in South Africa […]

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Airlink and Brazil’s LATAM Airlines partner up

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 20:21

South American carrier, LATAM Airlines, who will be returning to SA skies this year, has announced a new partnership with Airlink. LATAM AIRLINES AND AIRLINK SIGN AGREEMENT Pan-South American airline LATAM Airlines have signed a new interline agreement with private South African carrier, Airlink. The interline agreement signed between the two airlines now means that […]

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Tobacco use is costly, but so is quitting – who needs help?

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 20:11

It is clear that immediate action is required to bridge the socio-economic gaps in tobacco cessation efforts. Tobacco use imposes a large health and economic burden worldwide. Research estimates that, in 2019, about 8 million deaths were attributable to tobacco smoking. Tobacco also reduces years of healthy living: about 200 million disability-adjusted life years in […]

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Ghana and the IMF sign a deal, a huge economic relief

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 20:03

Finally, IMF has for the second time in 8 years approved millions of dollars with Ghana and it has already disbursed the first tranche. In mid-May 2023 the International Monetary Fund (IMF) finally approved a US$3 billion 36-month arrangement with Ghana. It immediately disbursed the first tranche of US$600 million. This is the second time […]

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Zimbabwe turns to informal vendors for shopping as inflation soars

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 19:42

Zimbabwe is turning to informal vendors for their shopping. The shopping is done at night during economic hardships. After the sun sets in Harare, the streets of Zimbabwe’s capital suddenly burst to life. Carts, cars and trucks turned into makeshift, unauthorised, shops sell anything from potatoes to babies’ nappies on the pavements of the city […]

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Crime Stats: Hijackings decreasing in SA

By Mimi Mfundisi 30-05-23 19:32

Gauteng leading the country with the most hijackings occurring in the country with 2573 out of 5119 cases. The South African Police Service(SAPS) has released the country’s crime states for the fourth quarter of the 2022/23 financial year. The stats revealed the 5119 vehicles were hijacked, down from 5608 in the third quarter. A difference […]

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