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Veterinarians are leaving the country or going into private practice for financial reasons, putting local government veterinarians under added pressure. (Getty Images) SSouth Africa is facing a shortage of veterinarians as they leave the country in search of better prospects, leaving those who remain struggling to fill the gap. Most of the spills have occurred in rural areas, compromising livestock care. South African Veterinary Association president Paul van der Merwe said veterinary turnover was on the rise, with more than 100 veterinarians emigrating every year. He said the international standard is 200-400 veterinarians per million people, but South Africa has…

Thuli P criticised for being credited on new Mas Musiq track Thulisile Phongolo is trending on Twitter following his collaboration with Mas Musiq on the Amapiano track “Ubuhle Bakho.” Though primarily known as an actress, Thuli P has branched out into the music world as a DJ and is now expanding her repertoire by collaborating with other artists. However, tensions have been building since the controversy over Something Soweto not being credited on Mass Music's previous album, Amalanga Awafani. DJ Maphorisa has come under fire on social media with many believing he played a role in exploiting the singer. This…

MT warns Big Zulu after releasing “200 Bars” diss track Emtee, real name Mthembeni Ndevu, reacts to Big Zulu's diss song “200 Bars”. South African rappers Imari Eningi The hitmaker released a diss titled 150 Bars a few years ago. The father of three has never been able to forgive rapper Zulu for insulting him and frequently criticises him. Ever since Big Zulu dropped a new diss song targeting Duncan, DJ Tira, Cassper Nyovest, Emtee, Nota Baloyi and several others, Emtee has been on a rant for hours. Meanwhile, others downplayed it, Pearl Thusi The crooner raised eyebrows at Big…

In August, Mapaputsi denied reports that he was bedridden and encouraging people to seek an arrest warrant for him. Tributes have been pouring in for kwaito legend Sandile “Mapaputsi” Ngwenya following his death after a battle with illness. News of Mapapti's death was confirmed to local media by his manager, Vusi Kunene. “He has passed away. We will issue a press statement and hold a press conference at the appropriate time,” she said. Times Live. Early August, Woza Friday The singer denied rumours that he is bedridden. The kwaito artiste, who was seen smoking marijuana, asked where people are spreading…

Big Zulu finally releases diss track “200 Bars” Big Zulu, real name Siyabonga Nene, has shook up the South African hip hop industry with the release of a diss track. 200 bar. Two years ago, the musician 150 baris a diss track that has infuriated some of the top rappers in the game, including Cassper Nyovest, Emtee, Nasty C, the late AKA, Duncan, Kwesta and many more. This diss track was extremely significant for a hip hop culture that was struggling with the rise of the now globally popular amapiano. On Friday morning, Big Zulu released songs aimed at artistes…

Embattled Minister of Justice Thembi Simelane. (Photo: Sharon Seletolo/Galo Images via Getty Images) Controversial Justice Minister Thembi Simelane told MPs on Friday that the loan was taken out at an interest rate of nearly 50% from a financial institution that acted as an intermediary for VBS Mutual Bank after he was unable to borrow on better terms from commercial banks. “It was about two percentage points lower than the financial investment, the bank,” Simelane said, which he realised after comparing the loan he took out from Gund Wealth Solutions with the terms offered by the bank. The minister stressed that…

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Vusi Nova performance postponed South African singer Vusi Nova said her upcoming show, “Snowville,” has been postponed. The show was scheduled to take place on September 14th but was postponed due to logistical issues, so a new date will be announced. “We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances and logistical challenges, our next show, Snowville, scheduled for September 14, 2024 at Carnival City, has been postponed,” Vusi said in a statement on social media. “Postponing Snowville is not a decision we have taken lightly, but it is essential to ensure we can deliver a world-class experience worthy…

National Children’s Theatre celebrates the many opportunities that the signing of the MoU brings. The National Children’s Theatre (NCT) celebrates the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) and the Ministry of Basic Education. “This is a huge step in the right direction for our children's future and our country's creative environment,” said NCT CEO Tamara Goulds. At a press conference on Wednesday, Minister of Basic Education, Sport, Arts and Culture Siviwe Gwalbe and Minister Gayton McKenzie signed a memorandum of understanding to bring back sport in schools. Access to opportunitiesies…

The Safta Award winner became the presenter of Noot Vil Noot after Stemmett retired from hosting his long-running TV show. Noot ville noot Presenter Emo Adams received what amounted to a compliment from a proud father from the show's former presenter, Johan Stemmett. This came after he was announced as one of the nominees in the Best TV Presenter category at this year's South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas). “he [Stemmet] “He congratulated me and said, 'You have to remember: a good presenter can save a sinking show, but a mediocre presenter can sink a good show,'” Adams said,…