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Inside Bellarmine Mugabe’s arrest: Claims that security guard inflicted his own wounds
Former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe’s son, Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, told police that his security guard, Sipho Mahlangu, shot himself during a scuffle. Bellarmine and his bodyguard were arrested on Thursday, 19 February.
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Foot-and-mouth devastation leaves farmers on anti-depressants as they shoot hundreds of cattle
Dairy farmers across Gauteng and Limpopo are battling severe emotional trauma after losing hundreds of cattle to foot-and-mouth disease, with one farmer requiring medication for five months and another losing R4.8 million in production.
Renewed push for Patrice Motsepe to enter ANC presidential race
Senior ANC members are hopeful that billionaire Patrice Motsepe could be persuaded to enter politics for the 2027 leadership race after stepping down as executive chairperson of African Rainbow Minerals.
Former municipal speaker convicted of fraud is appointed hospital CEO
The appointment of convicted fraudster Zongezile Adam Zumane as CEO of Senorita Nhlabathi Hospital has exposed the extent of political patronage networks operating within the Free State department of health.
Sars closes in on Chippa Mpengesi’s empire with R53m asset seizure threat
The PSL club owner faces his biggest challenge yet, as the revenue service demands payment for allegedly unfiled tax returns, while employees at his football academy go unpaid.
SA water crisis: Livestock die as rural towns run dry
While Joburg scrambles to restore supply, Kalahari pumps fail and dams run empty. Bethal and Matjhabeng rely on boreholes and tankers, and leaks, debt and neglect keep taps dry despite official promises.
‘I am fighting a system that doesn’t want to reform’ – Macpherson
Public buildings have often fallen into disrepair, while government departments have continued to rent private offices at high cost.
Mashaba and Zille battle for Joburg's top post
The announcement of Herman Mashaba as ActionSA’s Johannesburg mayoral candidate has set the stage for one of South Africa’s most personality charged political battles. He will face off against former Cape Town mayor Helen Zille.
Madlanga: Probe reveals PKTT disbanded in secret, Sibiya concedes no formal assessment existed
Earlier in February, Witness F gave evidence via audio link, detailing his alleged role as a go-between for suspended deputy national police commissioner for crime detection Shadrack Sibiya and businessman Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala.
Mbalula assesses state of KZN ANC as members rally behind Radebe and Mabuyakhulu
KZN leaders defend Jeff Radebe and Mike Mabuyakhulu, calling Fikile Mbalula’s allegations ‘unfounded’ and ‘insulting’.
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Winning Women | Reitumetse Mpholle’s data revolution for women
A data scientist by training and a keen observer of women’s lived realities, Reitumetse Mpholle believes power does not always need to announce itself.
Mud-caked aardvark rescued from open manhole
Wildline’s Arnold Slabbert and local helpers hoisted a trapped aardvark from a telecom manhole, the cover of which had been stolen.
WATCH | ‘iSangoma made us do it,’ say illegal gold diggers
A traditional healer’s dream of buried treasure sparked a gold rush in an Ekurhuleni settlement
Woman goes to ground after social media falsely accuses her of killing Bolt driver
An innocent woman, targeted by an online mob that incorrectly linked her to the viral Tshwane murder case, wants to take legal action against accounts refusing to take down defamatory posts.
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WATCH | 10 fraud cases, zero arrests: Alleged property scammer still operating
Former Gupta ally accused of hiring hitmen in R2.5m coal mine extortion plot
Gayton McKenzie fails to share supposed Joshlin Smith information with cops
Maluti-a-Phofung municipality haemorrhages R174 million in wasteful spending
Xhakaza’s unilateral Ekurhuleni reshuffle sparks consternation in Gauteng ANC
Senior DA MPs back
Hill-Lewis for party leadership as Steenhuisen steps down
WATCH | ActionSA caught staging ‘fake’ street interviews with own party members
Chemicals found in sanitary pads spark safety debate between researchers and industry
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Hierarchy of fools: How MPs want to impoverish SA
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Ndim Lo | Immigration systems: Fix what is broken
So where do we go from here? We start by fixing what is broken. We strengthen immigration systems so that asylum is for those who truly need it and work visas are for those who truly qualify.
Benni McCarthy on his love-hate relationship with Bafana Bafana
In his autobiography co-authored with veteran journalist Mark Gleeson, football maestro Benni McCarthy relives his bittersweet moments with the national squad.
Barbara Holtmann | Creative solutions to our fear of crime
Are we brave enough to invest in creative collaboration rather than paying more and more on private security to keep us separate, fenced, gated and guarded?
Tim Spirit | Hold on to your hats – PSL title race is going to be a bumpy ride
This season was supposed to be a smooth ride for certain clubs; instead, it’s turning bumpy. The Betway Premiership is never won in February, and those who had already anointed Orlando Pirates as would-be champions should hold their horses.
Jeff Radebe | Farewell to Jesse Jackson, a friend of SA and champion of justice
When we speak of South Africa as the rainbow nation, we must also acknowledge the echo of Jackson’s Rainbow Coalition – an idea born in the crucible of American struggle, yet expansive enough to embrace humanity in all its colours, creeds and classes.
DASHIKI | You can’t be black, vocal and a woman ... pick a struggle
Only black women are told: don’t emasculate your man by declaring you’re a breadwinner, a thankless job is better than no job at all, forgiveness is an obligation and most importantly, shut your pap hole.
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The Constitutional Court delay on the Phala Phala case is unacceptable
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Sjava celebrates a decade of musical brilliance in style
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Msaki will headline Durban’s take on Classics on Turf
Msaki is heading to KZN to give music-loving Durbanites their first taste of this marriage between golf and classical jazz.
Momo Matsunyane bares her comedy soul
I’m Momo and I Have Issues is a hilarious rollercoaster of emotions and a bumpy ride down memory lane.
The badge game: What’s behind a car’s name
From the Hyundai Alcazar to VW, most cars are named after everything from natural features to rare animal species.
Bucie on motherhood and finding her way back to music
For Bucie, leaving showbiz was not about shrinking herself, but about choosing presence, purpose and family.
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AmaZulu boss in the mix to challenge Jordaan’s Safa presidency
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How Doctor Khumalo defied football’s retirement curse
In an exclusive interview, the South African football icon reveals why only a handful of retired players maintain their commercial appeal. His staying power stems from humility, proactive planning and building his brand while still playing, unlike many former footballers who struggle when their playing days come to an end.
A rare Soweto derby that’s not just about bragging rights
It has been a while since Pirates and Chiefs ran alongside each other in the league title race. Chiefs and Pirates have been enjoying consistency in the league, setting up a high-stakes encounter at FNB Stadium next Saturday.
Ngidi holds key to Proteas revenge as India T20 World Cup showdown looms
The stage is set for revenge, and Shaun Pollock believes one man could hold the key to South Africa finally claiming the T20 World Cup crown that slipped through their fingers just two years ago.Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi will carry the Proteas’ hopes when they face defending champions India.
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