Outrage in KZN: DA condemns ANC's BBQ-Beef chips blunder
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DA Lambasts ANC’s Misstep: Beef Chips Distribution in Tamil and Hindi Locale Raises Eyebrows
The DA in Kwazulu-Natal has bashed the ANC for being tone-deaf by handing out BBQ-Beef flavoured crisps in a predominantly Tamil and Hindi community.
ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula has changed vehicles after criticism for using Anwar Khan's armoured Mercedes-AMG G63
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Mbalula Responds to Criticism Over Utilizing Armored G-Wagon Linked to Fraud Accused
ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula has changed vehicles after criticism for using Anwar Khan's armoured Mercedes-AMG G63 who is embroiled in the Fort Hare scandal.
VIDEO: Watch Zodwa Wabantu steam evil spirits away
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Video of Zodwa Wabantu Steaming to Get Rid of Evil Spirits Has Netizens Talking: “Yoh Kuningi”
Mzansi's exotic dancer and reality TV star Zodwa Wabantu trended after a video of herself steaming under a huge plastic trying to get rid of evil spirits went viral.
Fort Hare University corruption case: Former director's bail bid under review
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Former Fort Hare Director Isaac Plaatjies Awaits Bail Decision in Fraud Case
Former Fort Hare University's Senior Director Isaac Plaatjies launched a bid with the SCA to be released on bail in his fraud and corruption case.
Reconstruction of Parliament to finally begin, Mzansi asks why it took so long
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Contractors to Begin Parliament Rebuilding Process, Mzansi Says Its Long Overdue
After two years following a fire which ravaged the Parliamentary building, contractors have received approval to commence reconstruction at the Cape Town site.
Tito Mboweni takes charge: The former minister of Finance lands himself a new job
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Tito Mboweni Gets Job as Chancellor at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, SA Reacts
Former Minister of Finance Tito Mboweni recently got himself a job. Mboweni was appointed as a chancellor at the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.
ConCourt's judgment reserved: Can Jacob Zuma run for Election?
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Jacob Zuma’s Candidacy in Limbo: ConCourt Reserves Judgment on IEC Appeal
The Constitutional Court has reserved judgment on the IEC's urgent appeal on whether MK Party President Jacob Zuma could run as a candidate in the Election.
Eastern Cape Ttagedy: Ngcobo shop wall collapse claims 5 lives, leaves 16 injured
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Ngcobo Shop Wall Collapse Claims 5 Lives, Leaves 16 Injured in Eastern Cape
Five people have been killed, and about 16 were rushed to hospital with injuries after a building partially collapsed in Ngcobo in the Eastern Cape on Friday.
Liema sings this icon's song on stage in video, SA split over live show
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Liema Performs Brenda Fassie Song in Video, SA Split Over Live Show
Liema sang a Brenda Fassiie song nd got SA's feedback. A video of X of the 'Big Brother' former housemate caught people's attention, and they were brutally honest.
Israeli-Palestinian conflict: South Africa seeks urgent measures against Israel
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South Africa Files Another ICC Application for Urgent Measures Against Israel
South Africa has filed another application with the International Criminal Court. Some 110,000 Palestinians have fled Rafah since Israel began advancing troops.
SA fascinated as big man with Opel Corsa bakkie demonstrates how he enters tiny bakkie in TikTok video
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SA fascinated as big man demonstrates how he enters Opel Corsa bakkie in TikTok video
A TikTok video shows a big man demonstrating how he gets into his Corsa Lite. Mzansi peeps were fascinated after the man made his way into a small bakkie.
Uncle babysitting nephew in TikTok video uses extreme measures to keep kid in check, SA amused
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Uncle ties kid to himself while babysitting nephew in TikTok video, SA amused: "He's mad as hell"
A TikTok video shows an uncle taking care of his nephew. South Africans were amused after seeing the man who did the most to make sure he kept track of the kid.
Sad news: Late Dr. Sam Motsuenyane's wife dies shortly after his funeral, Mzansi grieves
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Wife of Late Dr Sam Motsuenyane Dies a Day After His Funeral, Mzansi in Shock Over Sudden Passing
Nomgcibelo Jocelyn Motsuenyane, the wife of the late veteran entrepreneur Dr Sam Motsuenyane, has died at 92, just a day after burying her husband in Pretoria.
Johannesburg woman unpacks groceries of food worth thousands in TikTok video, SA floored
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Johannesburg woman unpacks R4k groceries of food necessities in TikTok video, SA floored
A TikTok video shows a woman unpacking groceries worth thousands of rands. Mzansi peeps were amused after seeing the necessities the lady bought.
George building collapse: Owner vows full cooperation as death toll hits 13
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George Building Owner Commits to Full Cooperation as Death Toll Reaches 13 Following Collapse
The owner and developer of the five-storey building that collapsed in George, claiming the lives of at least 13 people has promised full cooperation in the matter.
Tragic loss: 5-year-old killed in Soshanguve hijacking, police hunt for suspects
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5-Year-Old Killed in Soshanguve Hijacking, Gauteng Police Hunt for Suspects
A five-year-old child was fatally wounded when his father's bakkie was hijacked outside their home in Soshanguve, north of Pretoria, on Friday evening.
Mpho Sebeng receives final respects since passing away in NorthWest car accident
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Mpho Sebeng’s Funeral Underway in Johannesburg, Fans to Catch Live Stream
Mpho Sebeng died in a fatal NorthWest car accident. The actor's funeral was broadcast on YouTube, and supporters tuned in to pay their final respects.
Zulu Boy's comments about Jacob Zuma since joining MK party leaves SA speculating about rapper's intent
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Zulu Boy Praises Jacob Zuma, SA Speculates About Rapper’s Intent: “He’s Hungry This One”
Zulu Boy joined uMkhonto weSizwe and recently raved about Jacob Zuma. The rapper's praises for the former South African president left many in doubt.
Loadshedding: Eskom refutes election gain allegations, cites improved generation capacity for power cut pause
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Eskom Denies Using Power Cut Pause for Election Gain, Points to Improved Generation Capacity
Eskom has denied that it's spending billions of rand to burn diesel to avoid power cuts. The country has enjoyed over a month without rolling blackouts since April.
George building collapse miracle: Worker survives 116 hours trapped under rubble
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Miracle in George Building Collapse As Worker Survives 116 Hours Trapped Under Rubble
One survivor has been successfully extracted from the debris in George after more than 116 hours. The rescue is being described as nothing short of a miracle.