Jacob Zuma arms deal case goes to pretrial: Here’s what you must know
A Durban court rejected Jacob Zuma’s attempt to remove prosecutor Billy Downer from the arms deal case, moving it to pretrial.
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Expropriation Bill nears law: Here’s what you must know
The Expropriation Bill has been passed by the NCOP and is headed to the NA for consideration. If enacted, it could significantly impact property rights and land reform in South Africa.
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Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula home raided: Here’s everything we know
The home of Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, Speaker of Parliament, was raided as part of a fraud investigation. Here’s a detailed look at the events and implications.
Cape Town Buzz
Cape Town ranks first in the Governance Performance Index
Cape Town leads South Africa’s metros in the 2024 Good Governance Africa Index, excelling in service delivery and economic development, according to the latest GPI report.
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2024 elections: Here’s what may happen if Jacob Zuma runs for president
The eligibility of Jacob Zuma to run for president again is a complex issue, entwined with South Africa’s legal and constitutional frameworks.
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Julius Malema’s highest parliamentary attendance record was six years ago
According to parliamentary records, EFF leader Julius Malema attended six of 40 committee meetings in 2023.
Technology
ByteDance faced with ultimatum after US Houses passes ‘TikTok ban’ Bill
ByteDance must divest from US operations or face a ban, as the ‘TikTok ban’ Bill passes the US House.
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Who is Takatso Consortium? – Everything we know about SAA new owners
SAA has new owners, Takatso Consortium. Here is a full breakdown of everything we know about the entities that make up this conglomerate.
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Pravin Gordhan confirms sale of SAA to Takatso Consortium is off
Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan cancels the SAA sale to Takatso Consortium, ending negotiations that began in 2021.
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2024 general elections: IEC official fired for leaking ANC and MK Party candidate lists
The IEC fired a Gauteng-based official for leaking the ANC and MK Party candidate lists ahead of the 2024 elections.
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Who is Jimmy ‘Barbecue’ Cherizier? – Here’s what we know about the gang leader behind the Haiti riots
Jimmy ‘Barbecue’ Cherizier is a leader of the G9 Family, a militia responsible of the recent Haiti riots. Here’s what we know about him.
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Naledi Chirwa continues campaigning for EFF despite Julius Malema rebuke
Naledi Chirwa continues her campaign for the EFF, despite facing criticism from Julius Malema over an apology letter debacle.
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MK Party threats civil war if IEC deregisters Jacob Zuma’s new organisation
The MK Party warns of civil war if the IEC deregisters them from the 2024 elections.
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Watch: MK Party leader claims there were more ‘blessers’ under Jacob Zuma [video]
According to Bonginkosi Khanyile, under Zuma’s leadership, there were more ‘blessers’ paying for sex with “small women.”
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Fikile Mbalula blasts ‘Nkandla apologist’ Nathi Nhleko amid ANC exit
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula blasted now-resigned party member Nathi Nhleko as a hypocrite and ‘Nkandla’ apologist.
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Cape Independence Party 2024 election campaign ends in a whimper
The Cape Independence Party managed to gather only 200 signatures, far below the 7 000 required for placement on the Western Cape ballot.
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Naledi Chirwa apology backfires on EFF – Here’s how social media reacted
Naledi Chirwa was forced to issue a public apology for missing the budget speech, a move that backfired on the EFF.
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Aaron Bushnell becomes a martyr of the ‘Free Palestine’ movement
Aaron Bushnell’s act was premeditated, as evidenced by several factors, including the chilling video recording.
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Durban motorists advised to avoid N3 Toll route at these times this weekend
Prepare for increased traffic on the N3 Toll route this weekend due to the ANC manifesto launch at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
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Watch: EFF clash with security at Oscar Mabuyane SOPA [video]
Chaos erupted at Oscar Mabuyane’s SOPA with EFF members at the centre of a fiery encounter with security. Here’s what went down.
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Parliament votes to impeach Judge John Hlophe – Here’s what happens next
Parliament impeaches Judge John Hlophe for gross misconduct, marking a pivotal moment in South Africa’s judiciary.
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2024 Budget Speech: How to watch live in South Africa [video]
Here’s how to watch the 2024 Budget Speech live in South Africa, what to anticipate from the fiscal plans, and the impact on daily life.
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2024 general elections date announced: Here’s what happens next
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced 29 May 2024 as the date for South Africa’s general elections. Here’s what happens next.
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MAGA supporter spends $9000 on Donald Trump gold sneakers [video]
Donald Trump debuted his signature limited-edition gold sneakers at Sneaker Con Philadelphia. One pair auctioned for $9 000.
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Political interference impeded TRC prosecutions, NPA report finds.
A recently published report into the handling of TRC prosecutions found evidence of political interference between 2003 and 2017.
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Who was Alexei Navalny? – Five facts to know about Russia’s anti-corruption martyr
Here are five essential facts about Alexei Navalny, providing insight into his life, work, and the legacy he leaves behind.
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UK economy enters recession: Does this spell doom? – Here’s an explainer
The term ‘recession’ often triggers alarm, but what does it actually mean?
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Teboho Mokoena fans threaten to boycott Puma: Here’s what we know
Teboho Mokoena fans are leading calls for a Puma boycott after reports surfaced claiming the retail brand is planning to sever ties with the player.
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Electricity Minister insists ‘the end of loadshedding is in sight’
‘The end of loadshedding is indeed in sight; the future is bright, the Electricity Minister said.
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ANC MP Sylvia Lucas shrugs off loadshedding – ‘It’s not the end of the world’ [video]
ANC MP Sylvia Lucas did her party no favours when, during an impassioned speech at the SONA Debate, she claimed loadshedding “is not the end of the world.”