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File photo of a homeless man sleeping on the street in Cape Town. The Socio-Economic Rights Institute (Seri) has welcomed a Western Cape High Court order ordering the provision of alternative accommodation for more than 100 people who will soon be evicted from public spaces in Cape Town's inner city. The group's lawyer, Mr Seri, said the group had accepted from the outset of the proceedings that its occupation of sites on the outskirts of the city centre was illegal, “and therefore the main issue in the proceedings was the provision and adequacy of alternative accommodation”. In a judgment handed…
Phindile Gwala was accompanied at the swearing-in ceremony by Bishop Nokwethemba Mtsweni, an MK member. Actress Phindile Gwala Ngandu has had to quell rumours that she will be sworn in as a Member of Parliament (MP) representing the Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party. She attended the swearing-in ceremony of members of Parliament on Tuesday alongside Bishop Nokwethemba Mtsweni. “We wish to provide some clarity regarding recent speculation and speculation. Actress Phindile Gwala is an MK party member and accompanied her close friend and spiritual mother, Bishop Nokwethemba Mtsweni, to her swearing-in ceremony to show her support,” a statement released by the…
Reading Time: 2 MinutesNorthern Cape Premier Zamani Saul has denied allegations that the African National Congress (ANC) had taken the decision at provincial level to protect the ethnic Afrikaner town of Orania. Speaking on the sidelines after his inaugural speech in parliament, Sole said that in its negotiations with various political parties, Freedom Front Plus comes armed with two concept documents. One focuses on the establishment or formation of a state government, while the other document describes Orania’s current status and future development. These are just discussion documents, not decisions, he says. “Some of the things they propose in the…
In May, DJ Tira gave Ntombela seven days to retract the defamatory comments made against him, but he has not complied. DJ Tira is DJ Sbu's The Big Breakfast Show He told Radio 2000 that the case against singer Luke Ntombela is set to be heard in the High Court this Friday. In May, Tira, whose real name is Mthokozi Kati, gave Ntombela seven days to retract the derogatory comments made against him. Ntombela claims she lost consciousness and woke up in Tira's bed, suggesting that Tira may have sexually assaulted her. Following these allegations, Ntombela said on radio station…
In some cultures, the number three is considered lucky and in some religions, the number represents divine perfection, and it looks like DSTV Delicious Festival has got its luck on its hands as it announces the three main headliners for this year's festival. Janet Jackson, Jill Scott and Thandiswa Mazwai have been announced as headliners for this year's Delicious Festival. Earlier this year, the festival put out a call to audiences asking who they wanted to see perform at the music and food festival, and reactions to the line-up announcement suggested that many South Africans were happy with the line-up.…
Democratic Alliance (DA) Leader John Steenhausen. (Photo: Chris McGrath/Getty Images) As the country awaits President Cyril Ramaphosa's imminent cabinet announcement, it has emerged that the Democratic Alliance (DA) is seeking more than double the number of posts the president is offering in the ANC-led Government of National Unity (GNU). Leaked letters between the two parties show just how far apart they are. President Ramaphosa met with DA leader John Steenhausen on Monday and the ANC offered six ministerial posts, while the Blue Party demanded 12. In a letter dated June 22, ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula offered Steenhausen six ministerial and…
Candice Modiselle to star in 'Pandas in Africa' Tumelo Candice Modiselle has announced that she has been roped in to star in the international film, Panda in Africa. The South African star is doing a voice role in the film and is excited about the job as it is a dream come true. “In the words of urban poet DJ Khaled… 'Another One!' Nearly one year after the global release of Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire, I am so happy to share and celebrate this incredible work of art that I had the honor of starring in. 'Panda Bear In Africa!!!'”…
It's an emotional week for Joy “Mama Bear Stephs” Stephens, as June 26 marks the eighth anniversary of the death of her son, Dylan. When we lose a loved one, many of us grieve for the rest of our lives. Even years after the loss of a loved one, ruminating about their life seems to reopen the wounds of loss. DJ Joy “Mama Bear Stephs” Steffens, 64, is dealing with those feelings this week, marking eight years since her son Dylan died on June 26. “Eight years have passed, and not a day goes by that I don't explain myself…
Anele Mdoda's boyfriend is revealed to be SZA Anele Zondo, who shocked the public a few weeks ago when she announced her pregnancy, is in the headlines following reports that the father of her baby is TK Nchiza's son, Chiza. The 30-year-old reportedly began dating the youngster when she was 16 years old. Photos of the alleged couple enjoying a sweet moment together have surfaced on social media and are creating a buzz. Although the TV personality has yet to comment, social media users have responded to the reports. “Isn't this grooming? Why is pedophilia tolerated when women are the…
For many black African women, well-groomed hair is a symbol of beauty. But natural hair requires special care and attention, which can be time-consuming. Wigs (human or synthetic), wigs, and other synthetic hair extensions offer women an alternative to natural hair. In Nigeria, these alternatives are hugely popular with women, young and old. The synthetic hair value chain is a multi-million dollar business run by both local and foreign companies. Beauty salons are thriving, offering styling and grooming services to women. However, artificial hair has been found to harbor hidden pollutants. Synthetic fibres undergo various chemical treatments to make them…