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Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe swearing-in of KwaZulu-Natal's new Premier, Thami Ntuli, has drawn mixed reactions from some members of the provincial unity government. Ntuli took the oath in Pietermaritzburg to mark the taking of the provincial unity government to power in the province. The provincial unity government, made up of the ANC, IFP, DA and NFP, elected him as premier last week. ANC provincial spokesperson Mafika Mndebele said she was optimistic that the GPU would ensure the people of KwaZulu-Natal benefit from better service delivery. “As the ANC, we are very happy. I think the premier has done everything we…

Reading Time: < 1 MinutesLimpopo's new Premier, Phophi Ramathuba, has announced the members of her Executive Council, saying gender parity and ethical leadership influenced her decision to select the 10-member Cabinet. Governor Ramathuba announced the MEC at the provincial headquarters in Polokwane. The new MEC has been given the mandate to ensure Limpopo becomes a youth employment hub. Ramathuba said efforts would be made to ensure that people in Limpopo received water. She is looking for committed leadership. "Ministry of Education, Mavungu Lelulu Ramakhanya; Ministry of Health, Ms Mashego Dieketsene Masesi; Ministry of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs,…

(Photo: Atilgan Ozdil/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images) South African news consumers are increasingly concerned about the spread of misinformation and fake news, according to a new report on digital media trends. According to the 2024 Reuters Digital News Report, concern about misinformation has increased by 6 percentage points over the past year and now stands at 81%, significantly higher than the global average of 59% concern about misinformation. Interest in South African politics has also fallen to 70% from 81% in 2021, according to the report, not ideal for a country that held a general election on May 29. Concerns over misinformation…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe East London Magistrates' Court has adjourned the hearing into the firearms shooting case against EFF leader Julius Malema and his bodyguard Adriaan Sniman until tomorrow to cross-examine defence ballistic expert JC de Klerk. The pair are charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm in front of a crowd, thereby endangering the crowd at their fifth anniversary party at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane in 2018. During his testimony, De Klerk made clear that ammunition presented by the state as evidence found at the stadium after the incident did not match the firearm allegedly used. He testified that…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) said all complaints regarding the elections were investigated and the findings communicated to the political parties that had filed the complaints. IEC Deputy Electoral Commissioner Masego Chebuli was referring to confusion surrounding the recent update of the results dashboard for the national and provincial elections held last month. This update was made to accurately reflect the regional strength of political parties and ensure fair representation. The Umkhonto weSizwe party contested the results of the national and provincial elections. Former President Jacob Zuma's party has appealed to the Electoral Tribunal, filing an urgent…

South African chef and content creator Onezwa Mbola has accused US-based content creator Nala Smith of copying his ideas. South African chef and content creator Onezwa Mbola has accused US-based content creator Nala Smith of stealing his ideas after she recreated some dishes similar to Mbola's. Last week, Mbola posted a video to her Instagram Reels, without naming Smith, explaining that Smith had been stealing her content ideas and posting them as her own. “I specifically state that I'm not the first to do anything, and I understand that. I'm not talking about recipes, I'm talking about a pattern of…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesLess than a month after the general election, political parties will be fighting a new battle in KwaZulu-Natal on Wednesday with 12 by-elections due to be held in the municipalities of Umzumbe, Umboti, Newcastle, Ufongola, Kwanongoma, Melmoth and Umzimkhulu. Most of the protests will be held in Umzumbe local municipality on the south coast, which has been in the news due to the resignation of six ANC councillors who joined the MK party after they were expelled from the ANC earlier this year for voting in favour of the IFP in the new mayoral elections. In the…

The series promises to shed light on the rich culture and history of the Balobedu people. The Balobedu royal family Mzansi MagicThe new drama series, Queen ModjajiScheduled to debut next month. This historically inspired series promises to shed light on the rich culture and history of the Balobedu people. In an interview CitizenHis Majesty King Ba Mosata (Bahoma Mpatola Modjadji) said the series meant a lot to them. “As soon as I heard about it I fell in love with the idea. It will raise awareness of the Balobedu people, our culture and history.” “This is also a great opportunity…

Reading Time: 2 MinutesWith all eyes on Pretoria ahead of the presidential inauguration at the Union Buildings on Wednesday, the executive arm of Parliament is hard at work preparing to convene the seventh parliamentary term. With the majority of lawmakers being new, administrators want to ensure a smooth transition for everyone. For new MPs, it will be a bit like a new school year. And just as freshmen start the new school year wearing new uniforms, MPs will be provided by Parliament with the tools of the trade to help them carry out their duties as lawmakers. This includes stationery,…

Bub Boys set new franchise records in Latin America and the Middle East with $10 million and $9.5 million, respectively. 4th installment Bad Boys It was such a huge commercial success that talks are already underway for a fifth film. “We've had discussions, but we want to see how it does at the box office, so I'm sure we'll have those discussions this week,” said film producer Jerry Bruckheimer. deadline. Also read: Emo Adams knows when to say “no” to replacing Johan Stemmett [VIDEO] Ride or die Protrusion of destroyed opening The fourth film sees Miami detective duo Mike Lowrey…