Articles containing the tag ‘Africa
By Staff Writer On Thursday, May 29th, 2025

South Africa Mourns Death of Actor Presley Chweneyagae at 40

South Africa is reeling from the sudden passing of Tsotsi star Presley Chweneyagae on May 27, 2025, at the age of 40. Born in Mafikeng, North West, Chweneyagae rose to global fame with his raw portrayal of a yo... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Thursday, January 9th, 2025

Routine Police Search in Tembisa Uncovers 250 SASSA Cards, Leading to Arrest of Three Suspects

Three South African males were arrested in Tembisa after their car was stopped by police for a routine search on Wednesday. What started as a routine search for the multi-disciplinary team which comprised of Ek... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Thursday, January 9th, 2025

Kwaito Legend Doc Shebeleza Passes Away at 56

South African Kwaito legend Victor Bogopane, famously known as Doc Shebeleza, has passed away at his home in Johannesburg following a long illness. The news of his death was confirmed on Thursday, January 9, 20... Read more »
By Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

South African Musician Winnie Khumalo Passes Away at 51

Johannesburg, South Africa – Winnie Khumalo, a celebrated South African musician and actress known for her contributions to Afropop music, has died at the age of 51 after a brief illness. The news of her ... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Saturday, January 4th, 2025

Beitbridge Port Fully Prepared for Festive Season Return Traffic

As the holiday season comes to an end and the country prepares to reopen businesses and resume normal functions, the Beitbridge port of entry has become a focal point of activity. The Border Management Authorit... Read more »
By Oliver Ngwenya On Monday, December 30th, 2024

FlySafair Incident: SABC Brand Manager Sparks Controversy with Racial Remarks

As the festive season draws to an end, an incident on a FlySafair flight has sparked widespread debate, with many questioning the conduct of those in public positions, which has created havoc. On December 26, d... Read more »
South African officials assist in the repatriation of a five-year-old child from Mauritius, where she was raised in prison with her mother, who is serving a sentence for drug trafficking.
By Oliver Ngwenya On Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

South African Officials Secure Safe Return of Child After Years in Mauritian Prison

In Mauritius, South Africa’s Department of Social Development (DSD) has embarked on a mission to bring home a five-year-old girl who has spent her entire life in a prison cell with her mother, who was convict... Read more »
Amid escalating tensions within South Africa's GNU the BELA act contoversy becomes a focal point as the DA defends Minister Gwarube against calls for her dismissal,threatening the stability of the coalition government. Picture:https://images.app.goo.gl/LBBRoH28uX3QuuReA
By Oliver Ngwenya On Sunday, December 8th, 2024

DA Defends Minister Gwarube as ANC Faction Pushes for Dismissal Amid BELA Act Dispute

In South Africa, political tensions within the Government of National Unity (GNU) have reached a boiling point as the Democratic Alliance (DA) fiercely criticizes efforts by a faction within the African Nationa... Read more »
Picture for illustration purposes:Government urges the citizens not to register spaza shops for foreign nationals as it is considered a fradulent activity.
By Oliver Ngwenya On Thursday, December 5th, 2024

Ramaphosa’s Push for Spaza Shop Registration to Tackle Health Risks and Fraud

South Africa is at the center of a growing debate over the operations of spaza shops, especially regarding fraudulent business registrations and the safety of goods sold in townships. The issue gained national ... Read more »
The illegal miners that have resurfaced from the Stilfontein mine amongst which are teenagers.
By Oliver Ngwenya On Friday, November 29th, 2024

Stilfontein’s Underground Crisis: Miners and Children at the Heart of South Africa’s Illegal Mining Dilemma

Stilfontein’s illegal mining crisis has become a focal point of national concern as thousands of miners, including vulnerable children, are uncovered from abandoned gold shafts. This troubling development has... Read more »