Mashatile pledges Govt support to churches in social cohesion drive

Deputy President Paul Mashatile addresses a gathering at the Methodist Church in Butterworth, Eastern Cape. Deputy President Paul Mashatile says faith-based organisations (FBOs) are the strategic partners to promote social cohesion and foster social compacts. He was addressing a gathering at the Methodist Church of Southern Africa in Butterworth in the Eastern Cape. “We will…

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NW learner who wrote exams while being partially blind gets Bachelor pass

Kamogelo Motaung, a St Mary’s Secondary School Kamogelo Motaung, a St Mary’s Secondary School learner from Mahikeng in the North West, who was partially blind while writing his matric has passed his National Senior Certificate with a Bachelor’s pass.   This remarkable turnaround was made possible by the kindness of strangers.   Earlier in his matric year, the SABC reported about his deteriorating…

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Court hears Shebe Maburna is a repeat offender

Lekompo musician Shebe Maburna seen in the dock during his bail hearing. The investigating officer in the case of Lekompo musician, Lehlohonolo Chauke, popularly known as Shebe Maburna, has told the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court that the accused is not a first time offender. He is applying for bail after his arrest last month. Chauke is…

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Savanna Neat. It’s giving whisky

Robert Weeder, brand manager at Heineken Beverages, says “We’ve crafted it for an unpretentious generation that’s into bold new flavours without the fuss.” No need for sniffing tumblers here. Savanna Neat is ready to drink from a perfectly chilled bottle. The newest sibling in the popular Savanna family of flavour variants, Savanna Neat celebrates a nation…

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DA KZN questions decision to disband political killings task team 

The DA Provincial leader Francois Rodgers speaks outside the Pietermaritzburg High Court on July 24, 2025. The Democratic Alliance (DA) in KwaZulu-Natal says although the motive behind Umngeni Municipality party Chief Whip Nhlalayenza Ndlovu’s murder remains sketchy, they are questioning Police Minister Senzo Mchunu’s instruction to disband political killings task team in January. Five suspects…

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LIVE | G20 Health Working Group meeting

1 minute South Africa hosts G20 second G20 Health Working Group Meeting in KZN. The three day meeting will focus on critical issues including strengthening health systems and promoting equitable access to health services. Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi will deliver the opening address. LIVE:    

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Nkabinde Inquiry receives revised list of potential witnesses

South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andrew Chauke. The Nkabinde Inquiry has announced that evidence leaders have submitted the revised formal list of potential witnesses on Wednesday. The Inquiry, led by retired Judge Bess Nkabinde, is looking into suspended South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office. NPA head,…

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