WCED investigating alleged racism at Table View High School
According to a parent, the Table View High School teacher allegedly called black students ‘k**irs’.
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Leo Messi silent about Enzo Fernández backlash amid calls for sanctions
While the video spread rapidly across social media, Leo Messi, the team captain, has yet to comment on the matter.
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Forbes pulls article suggesting Trump’s shooting would resonate with black voters
Dr Shaun Harper speculated that Trump could even portray his fist pump after the shooting as a “Black Power Salute,” referencing historical moments like the 1968 Olympics and recent George Floyd protests.
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Renaldo Gouws exposed in new alleged racist rant [video]
Renaldo Gouws, newly appointed DA MP, is facing severe backlash after a video resurfaced showing him using racial slurs.
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Who is Renaldo Gouws? – Five things to know about the DA’s alleged racist MP
Renaldo Gouws, a controversial social commenter turned politician, has sparked outrage with an old video resurfacing. Here’s what you need to know about the new DA MP.
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Curro conundrum: School issues apology over racially triggering social media pics
Curro Holdings faced criticism for a social media post deemed racially insensitive. Here’s how the school reacted.
International
Black Americans pull race card after Tyla debuts new Gap campaign
Tyla’s new Gap campaign reignited debates on her race, with some claiming she does not fit the ‘soft femme black pop girl’ aesthetic.
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Theuns du Toit trial date set for ‘racist’ urine scandal
The Theuns du Toit trial unfolds against the backdrop of disturbing revelations at Stellenbosch University, specifically within its Wilgenhof men’s residence.
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Groblersdal ‘racist’ attack: Pieter Groenewald and son denied bail
Denied bail, Pieter Groenewald and Stephen Greef will remain in prison until their next court appearance in mid-March.
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Who is Prof Aslam Fataar? – Maties committee head resigns amid ‘Wilgenhof cult’ scandal
Professor Fataar’s resignation coincidentally came days after the tertiary came under fire over the discovery of concerning items in the Wilgenhof men’s residence’s secret rooms.
Technology
Disney ‘inclusion standards’ document leaks online, Elon Musk reacts
According to Disney’s ‘inclusion standards’ document, at least three of the five areas listed must be fulfilled, ensuring significant participation from underrepresented groups.
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Stellenbosch University reacts to claims of cult practices at Wilgenhof
Stellenbosch University initiates an investigation following the discovery of ‘concerning items’ at Wilgenhof.
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Wesbank still mum after ex-employee exposes bank’s alleged discrimination against black clients
Wesbank is under scrutiny following accusations from a former employee and financial investigator Emerald van Zyl.
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Groblersdal farmers under fire for brandishing ‘Vierkleur’ flag [video]
Groblersdal farmers supporting Piet Groenewald and his son, Stephen Grief, drew ire from social media for brandishing the ‘Vierkleur’ flag.
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Watch: Racial tensions escalate in Groblersdal over arrest of two farmers [video]
Tensions are boiling over in Groblersdal, where farmer Piet Groenewald and his son Stefan Greeff, are due in court for alleged assault.
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Elon Musk suggests black pilots have low IQs and prone to plane crashes
According to Elon Musk, black pilots from HBCUs inherently have low IQs and a higher chance of causing plane crashes.
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Mississippi 10-year-old boy gets probation for peeing in public
The 10-year-old boy from Senatobia was ordered to serve a three-month probation and write a two-page paper on Kobe Bryant.
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‘Erhard Vorster regrets hurling racial slur’, Hoerskool Ben Vorster says in statement
Here’s what Hoerskool Ben Vorster said in response to Erhard’s racial attack.
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Hoerskool Ben Vorster closes comments on social pages following Erhard racist backlash
Hoerskool Ben Vorster closed its comments on social media following backlash over the racist display of one its pupils, Erhard Vorster.
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Race-baiting streamer ‘Destiny’ courts controversy with latest ‘n-word’ slur [video]
Streamer ‘Destiny’ faces backlash after using the N-word during a live stream, sparking controversy and discussions on social media.
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SA Rugby launches investigation into Bongi Mbonambi alleged racial slur
An alleged racial slur by Bongi Mbonambi towards England’s Tom Curry during a Rugby World Cup semi-final has spurred SA Rugby into launching an investigation.
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Afriforum Youth breaks down race-baiting ‘no whites’ stunt at University of Pretoria
According to Afriforum, the sticker campaign was initiated to draw attention to racial exclusion and the university’s alleged double standards when dealing with issues of racial discrimination.
International
Erica Mena doubles back on ‘monkey’ slur: Here’s what she said
While Erica Mena insisted that her words were not racially motivated, the incident led to her being fired from the franchise and also coincided with her arrest in Atlanta.
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Gauteng education dept shuts down Crowthorne Academy: Here’s what will happen to the pupils
The Gauteng Education Department confirmed Crowthorne Academy has been shut down indefinitely. Here’s what it means for the pupils.
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Crowthorne Academy: Eskom clears the air on Andries Hendrik Booysen links
Eskom’s statement categorically stated that Andries Hendrik Booysen is not employed by the national electricity supplier.
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Crowthorne Academy race row: Andries Hendrik Booysen posts R2 000 bail in assault case
Following the Crowthorne Academy race row, Andries Hendrik Booysen was arrested and charged with assault. Here’s eveything we know.
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Watch: Crowthorne Christian School embroiled in race row over controversial hair policy [video]
Crowthorne Christian School is embroiled in a race row after a Grade 8 pupil was refused entry into class over a controversial hair policy.
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Montgomery riverfront brawl instigators charged: Here’s everything we know
Allen Todd, Zachary Shipman and Richard Roberts face third-degree assault for allegedly instigating the Montgomery riverfront brawl.
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Montgomery riverboat brawl: Vasser’s Mini Mart owner deletes Facebook amid backlash [video]
Following the outrage from the Montgomery riverboat brawl, Chase Shipman, owner of Vasser’s Mini Mart, deleted his business Facebook page.
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Who is Nicole Barlow? – Get to know the woman wishing death on Mantashe
Nicole Barlow, a self-proclaimed ‘green warrior’, insists her Chris Hani tweet was, legally, no different from ‘Kill the Boer’.