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Tuesday, 24 November 2020
It is nearly three decades since the UN first initiated the global campaign of 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence. It runs from November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to International Human Rights Day on December 10
A critical issue in the education sector is learners having to go through school without dignified ablution facilities. Mud schools and unsafe pit latrines are the norm in thousands of schools South Africa. These conditions were spotlighted after the tragic deaths of Michael Komape and Viwe Jali in 2014, and more recently five-year-ol...
Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, the head of the inquiry into allegations that the South African state was “captured” and repurposed to benefit private interests during former president Jacob Zuma’s tenure (May 2009 to February 2018), has dismissed Zuma’s application for his recusal. The former president, who stands accused of havin...
On Monday morning the South African football comunity woke up to terrible news as Police confirmed the death 33-year old Mamelodi Sundowns defender Anele Ngcongca, following a car accident in the early hours of the morning.
The atmosphere around Brakenhall high school in Cape Town was rather tense on Friday morning as masses of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) came out to the school in numbers protesting against alleged racism at the school after reports of a whites-only matric masquerade ball last month.
Sekhukhune District Municipality is launching the District Development Model (DDM) in the Sekhukhune area. DDM Political Champion of Sekhukhune District and Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Ms Thembi Siweya, are set to attend the eve...
In Nigeria, a large number of players move from one club to another in the country’s top division of 20 clubs. Although exact figures are sketchy, there are many footballers who engage in this migration, covering large distances. Some...
On Friday morning the South African Broadcasting Cooperation (SABC) released a statement communication that they are putting the retrenchment process on a pause for seven days and are opening up to stakeholders to explore further option...
As the year draws to the end a lot of people may be experiencing end of the year fatigue. A common kind of fatigue, The pressure to achieve the resolutions you set in the begging of the year, pressure to wrap up work projects and even th...
Everybody deserves a good photo-shoot once in a while to capture all the glorious moments life yields at times you don't have to spend big bucks trying to get a professional photographer but you can utilise the smart phones technologic...
Miss SA is set to continue parading the streets of her home town, where she will share her success and victory with locals. On Thursday The South African queen visited her home for the first time following being crowned as Miss SA 2020 ...
How you start your day ultimately sets the pace for your overall activity. It is important to start strong in order to use your body and mind to its fullest potential. This morning lets look at some of the tips that can boost your energ...
In 2012 Sport and Recreation South Africa (SRSA) aligned with TAFISA World Walking Day initiative decided on hosting The Big Walk taking place annually on the first Sunday of October each year. The Big Walk is the South African version ...
A prominent kwaito musician Nomsa Maswanganyi popular known as Mshoza has died at the age of 37. Mshoza is known for being one of the first female musicians to break into the kwaito genre in the early 2000's hence many both regard and...
Ibiza Alumni, Tomby pays homage to South Africa with new release; Ubizo Lwami Thomas Baier better known as Tomby; is a German DJ , producer and promoter, who has been in the House and Electro scene since 1996. Thomas is no stranger to th...
Today we connect to a cheese and wine fanatic hailing from the streets of KwaThema in the East of Johannesburg. Jabulile Masomuka is an entrepreneur who has turned her love for good cheese and a nice glass of wine on a sunny self care S...
Dj Zinhle always has unending surprises up her sleeve. The KwaZulu-Natal Born DJ and producer who has always been best known for producing club banger hits such as My Name is and Umlilo has done it again and this time she took it interna...
Industry Total Sales: 46 077Toyota Sales: 10 142Hilux Sales: 2 996Market share: 22%The Hilux remained Toyota’s top-selling vehicle, with 2 996 bakkies finding new homes during the month of July in South Africa. Toyota South Africa Motors...
Lexus South Africa is pleased to announce that the revised RC F range, including the first-ever sharp-specification RC F Track Edition, is now available in South Africa.
December Holidays season is a much anticipated time of the year however the anticipation and excitement can quickly wear off when it comes to the money the December fun requires. Covid 19 resulted in many people losing their jobs while ...
Have you started planning your December holiday, if so here are the top 5 holiday destinations to consider visiting in Africa. 2020 Has not been only straining to the Travel Tourism sector alone but to everyone's pockets. The pause in e...
You pass through a wide doorway to a large space with good air circulation. Inside, an usher behind a screen scans your ticket and sends you onward. Signs on the carpet direct you to the large auditorium, which is arranged in clusters of...
There has in recent times been a steep rise of nationalism that has permeated the world. The divorce of Britain from the European Union is one manifestation of this. The rise of Boris Johnson and his populist right-wing politics is a fur...
The Former Miss South Africa Ntandoyenkosi Kunene has teamed up with PhD candidate and Lecturer Thokozane Dyosini. Together they co-authored a children’s novel titled; Cory in the Universe. The book was launched virtually in September ...
There has in recent times been a steep rise of nationalism that has permeated the world. The divorce of Britain from the European Union is one manifestation of this. The rise of Boris Johnson and his populist right-wing politics is a fur...
For decades, Congolese music has been king on the African music scene. Congolese artists are legends that have filled the world’s biggest concert halls, and people have long loved, cried, lived, and danced to the rhythms of Congolese bea...
After securing the video for "Fall," which has just under 140 million streams on YouTube, as the most viewed Nigerian music video on the platform, the artist has set another record, becoming most viewed Nigerian artist on the platform ac...
In December 2019 Wuhan a city in the Republic of China was hit by Corona virus the first of its kind. Within the blink of an eye it had crossed to different regions, cities, towns, countries and continents. This was a dilemma which dro...
We plug breathtaking Instagram pages that share our values; changing the Africa narrative, shed light on Africa’s beauty & potential, promote black beauty, highlight black excellence and tell the stories of ALL THINGS AFRICA. This wee...
The COVID-19 pandemic has precipitated a migration from physical work spaces in many sectors of the economy to online, digital services, supported by staff working from home. Parts of the economy such as mining, manufacturing and hosp...
In Singapore, there are automated meter readers and drones to detect infectious diseases, autonomous cars, assistive robots in healthcare; and one can travel with ease through the city’s train and bus system with contactless payments. I...
On Monday morning the South African football comunity woke up to terrible news as Police confirmed the death 33-year old Mamelodi Sundowns defender Anele Ngcongca, following a car accident in the early hours of the morning.
In Nigeria, a large number of players move from one club to another in the country’s top division of 20 clubs. Although exact figures are sketchy, there are many footballers who engage in this migration, covering large distances. Some...
City of Johannesburg ExecutiveMayor Geoff Makhubo is set to give his testimony into state capture at the Zondo Commission of enquiry on Friday. Makhubo was the treasurer-general of the ANC's greater Johannesburg region from 2008 to ...
For three years, between 2015 and early 2018, there were popular protests across Ethiopia, but particularly in the country’s two largest regions – Oromia and Amhara. The popular discontent was driven by the 27-year-long marginalisat...
Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, the head of the inquiry into allegations that the South African state was “captured” and repurposed to benefit private interests during former president Jacob Zuma’s tenure (May 2009 to February 2018),...
As the year draws to the end a lot of people may be experiencing end of the year fatigue. A common kind of fatigue, The pressure to achieve the resolutions you set in the begging of the year, pressure to wrap up work projects and even th...
It is nearly three decades since the UN first initiated the global campaign of 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence. It runs from November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, t...
A critical issue in the education sector is learners having to go through school without dignified ablution facilities. Mud schools and unsafe pit latrines are the norm in thousands of schools South Africa. These conditions were spotlig...
Today we get to know Petros khoza an inspirational young from the East of Joburg in Daveyton. He is pulling out all stops and doing phenomenal things for the young people in his neighborhood. Petros Khoza otherwise known as daddy ...
ZII Gallo is a brand that hails from the streets of Joburg. The brand was founded by a young Thando Imam Stephans a radio host, Artist,Entrepreneur & Speaker who is certain that through passion and dedication any young person can push b...
Fugitives Shephard Bushiri and Mary Bushiri have handed themselves over to the police in Malawi. The two left South Africa under mysterious conditions violating their bail conditions last week.
A Doctor of Philosophy – commonly known as a PhD – is the highest level of academic training. It allows the degree holder to teach the chosen subject at university, conduct research or practise in the specialised area. However, in man...
The Nelson Mandela foundation has expressed it' s excitement with the election of the new United States President Joe Biden. In a statement they have congratulated the new President-elect Joe as well as Vice-President elect Kamala Ha...
Finally, after a brutal election battle between President Donald Trump and Vice President, now President-elect Joe Biden, America has made its choice between two very different visions for the United States and the broader global world o...
With millions of users Vodacom has once again found itself in hot water on the social media streets as users complained about poor network connectivity for the second time in eleven days. Customers voiced out concerns of poor network aff...
As South Africa journeys on the road to economic recovery following an intense lock down due to Covid 19, much effort will still need to be invested in rebuilding economic stability. According to a report from Statistics South Africa T...
The mix of bold, bright, brilliant and elegant colours that define the stunning prints and fabrics used in creating Congolese fashion are as surreal as a dream. They caught the Western tune, but with their vibrant hues and striking print...
The Republic of Congo is a land of fashion enthusiasts – a fact that’s undeniable, seeing as the country is home to the sapeurs, one of Africa’s most dynamic fashion movements. Amid this creative landscape, one talented designer is takin...
95 years ago, a writer whose literary work and reputation would grow increasingly significant in the South African literary landscape was born. Daniel Canodoce “Can” Themba! He was born in Marabastad, Pretoria in 1924. He saw through h...
“South Africa belongs to all the people who inhabit it by RIGHT and NOT by MIGHT” – A.P Mda (1955)Early YearsAs a young boy, Ashby Peter Solomzi Mda listened attentively as his grandmother related tales of how his family trekked from the...