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United in song: Keabetswe Motsiranyane and Bok fans move the nation by singing the national anthem during the Springbok v Ireland match. Singer and 7 Deraan Actress Keabetswe (KB) Motsilanyane gave a powerful tribute to the long-awaited return of the World Cup winning Springboks, singing the national anthem ahead of their match against Ireland at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday. Also appearing in the sold-out stadium ahead of the Springboks' historic 27-20 victory were South Africa's award-winning woolshearers, the country's beekeeping team, world-renowned Ndebele artist Dr Ester Mahlangu and UFC Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis.…
Mobile meal delivery: Freddy McHumaine, CEO of KasiD Delivery, and Lucky Mazibuko of Ribs Circle restaurant in Tembis are upbeat about the meal delivery business in the township. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G) and othersUkkie Mazibuko has run Ribs Circle, a family-style fast-food restaurant in Tembisa since 2016. The restaurant is one of many semi-formal eateries in the area, eastern Johannesburg, that has turned to e-commerce to grow its business. Before the arrival of local e-commerce delivery app KasiD, Mazibuko's customers would either call to pick up their food or sit down in a restaurant to eat. In the two years since registering…
Springbok coach Rachie Erasmus delivered an inspiring “Rachie on Alls” video ahead of the Springboks' opening match against Ireland. Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has stirred up a “big match mentality” in one of his players. Lassie on Alls A video clip ahead of the opening match between the Boks and Ireland at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria on Saturday afternoon. In the clip posted to the Springbok X's official account, a relaxed Erasmus is seen recounting his impressions of Ireland when he was Munster coach in 2016. One of the Munster players at the time, Stephen Fitzgerald, said: Number 42 Erasmus…
Anger: Police used tear gas and batons to disperse demonstrators protesting proposed tax increases. The violence prompted the president to withdraw the finance bill. Photo: Boniface Musoni/Getty Images TKenya's presidency said on Wednesday it had ordered a review of pay increases for civil servants in a move to ease tensions following a wave of deadly anti-government protests. The economic hardships and rising cost of living facing most Kenyans have fuelled public anger over what the protesters see as rampant government waste. Demonstrations led by Kenya's Gen Z members against proposed tax increases have grown into a broader movement calling for…
Reading Time: < 1 MinutesUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken paid a courtesy call on South Africa's new Minister of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), Ronald Lamola, and reaffirmed his commitment to broadening and deepening the special relationship between the two countries. The call was first confirmed by DIRCO. Blinken's call follows a similar exchange he had with outgoing Minister Naledi Pandor earlier this week, as well as calls between US President Joe Biden and President Cyril Ramaphosa following the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU) last week. According to a DIRCO statement, Minister Lamola and Secretary of…
SABC2 Soap Opera Muvhango It will come to an end after 27 years. The TV show depicted rural life of the Venda people of Thohoyandou mixed with the contemporary lives of tribespeople living in urban areas. on tuesday Muvhango She announced the end of the soap opera on social media. “The End of the Road MuvhangoThank you for watching over us for so many years.” “SABC2 is Muvhango The broadcast of retro episodes of the iconic soap opera will allow viewers to relive old memories. Muvhango It first aired in 1997 and has since grown from a weekly show to…
South African music sensation Phelo Le Tee has once again made waves with his latest song, “Yebo Lapho,” which has achieved the incredible feat of rocketing to the top of the Apple Music charts. The feat marks a significant milestone in Phelo Le Tee's career and highlights his growing influence on the global music scene. A vibrant and catchy amapiano track, “Yebo Lapho” showcases Felo Le Tee's signature sound with catchy rhythms and captivating melodies. The song struck a chord with audiences and quickly gained popularity, rocketing to the top of the hit charts. Known for his innovative approach to…
Reading Time: 3 MinutesThe few remaining opposition parties in parliament claim that the Government of National Unity (GNU) has not weakened opposition politics in the country. At least ten parties joined the ANC in the newly formed GNU. So far, only the EFF, the MK Party and ActionSA have openly rejected the GNU invitation. Eleven of the 18 parties in parliament are members of the GNU, which together will account for more than 70% of the votes in the 2024 elections. Opponents of the GNU have been reluctant to join, fearing it would weaken the opposition. However, the EFF has…
Court challenger: Movement for African Transformation leader Vuyo Zungula. Photo: Fani Mafuntsi/Garo Images aAfrican Transformation Movement (ATM) president Vuyo Zungula says despite the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party’s decision to withdraw its petition calling for the May 29 general elections to be annulled as illegal, the organisation will continue with its own petition. ATM is not relying on other parties to continue the case, Zungula told the Mail & Guardian on Thursday, adding that the court has yet to set a hearing date. His comments came a day after former president Jacob Zuma's MK party said it had filed a notice…
Dr. Fezire Mize drew inspiration from his aunt and the South African spirit to make history as the first African to win Mister Supranational. In a landmark moment for South Africa and the African continent, Dr Fezile Mkhize made history as the first South African, black and African to win the title of Mister Supranational. The prestigious competition, held in Poland, culminated in an unforgettable finale where Mukidze's presence and performance won the hearts of the judges and viewers alike. “I gave it my all because I just wanted to make sure South Africa and Africa was happy. I am…