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Chinese and American flags overlapping a A New York man who took part in China's 1989 pro-democracy movement was indicted on Wednesday for acting as an illegal agent of the Chinese government in the United States, the Department of Justice announced. Tang Yuanjun, 67, swam to the Taiwan-controlled island more than 20 years ago before he was granted political asylum by the United States. The defendants are charged with acting as agents of the People's Republic of China (PRC) in the United States from 2018 to 2023, the Department of Justice said in a statement. Tang “carried out his duties…
In a surprising twist, Gith and Zelda, once hated enemies, have now found love. Latest episode of popular telenovela Deep Waters After being trapped in the elevator for over two days, the story took an unexpected turn when Gith and Zelda confessed their love for each other. Despite the animosity between them from the beginning of the series, the two share a long history together, including their beautiful daughter, Pam. Before the elevator incident, they had begun working on a project together and sharing more about their pasts. Related article: Shaka Ilembe's Nomzamo Mbatha and Sheri Masondo shine at Amsterdam's…
The man in charge: EFF leader Julius Malema (right) “tested” Mbuyiseni Ndlozi's (left) loyalty after the defection of Economic Freedom Fighters deputy president Floyd Shivambu. Photo: Thuli Dlamini/Galo Images Leaders say Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is determined to stay on despite being “embarrassed” by the indirect “attack” by Julius Malema. This content is Subscribers only. Join the M&G Community The Mail & Guardian's mission is to provide the best experience for all our readers – join the M&G community and support our commitment to consistently deliver in-depth news. Subscribe With your subscription you can: – M&G Community Membership – Independent journalism …
Chidinma Adesina says her superpower is diversity This was Chidona Vanessa Onwe Adesina's first message on social media since arriving in Nigeria. The model left the Miss South Africa pageant to compete in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant, creating quite a stir on social media. Upon arriving in Nigeria, Chidona Adesina spoke about her superpower and how she hopes to continue preaching about the need for unity in diversity. “Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adesina~ My superpower is diversity. An initiative close to my heart is UNITY IN DIVERSITY 🤝🏿❤️ which aims to promote inclusion and acceptance. By being inclusive, we give…
Nomzamo Mbatha won the award for Best African Actress. Shaka Ilembeteam members received a number of awards at the Septimius Prize 2024 awards ceremony earlier this week. The awards, which will take place at Tuschinski in Amsterdam on 19th and 20th August, recognise international films and projects that emphasise diversity and storytelling. Renowned actress Nomzamo Mbatha played Shaka Zulu's revered mother in the series, for which she won the award for Best African Actress. Lemogang Tshipa, who plays the young Shaka, was nominated for Best African Actor for his outstanding performance as Shaka before he became Zulu king. The series'…
This year's Folklore Festival will span 30 days in three cities – Tshwane, Johannesburg and Cape Town – and celebrate 30 years of democracy. The word “folklore” was reportedly first used by British author William John Thoms in the London Magazine in 1846. Atheneum. Since then, August 22 has been designated World Folklore Day. More than 50 years ago, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) proclaimed a global commemorative day for folklore. The day is designated as World Folklore Day, honoring the various artistic and cultural expressions of people from all over the world, without exception. South…
Cindy plays the role of Zanemvula… Renowned actress Cindy Dlatu has officially joined the cast of e.tv's hit drama series. Ishfet: Fate. Dolatu plays the role of Zanemvula, Bule's mother, a manipulative and deceitful woman. Zanemvula is initially introduced as a mother trying to reconnect with her child, but is soon revealed to be a fugitive from Malawi's law, fleeing her past as the first wife of a cult leader. Related article: 'The wheels are coming off' – Director Mbuso Khoza returns to 'Umqoka: The Curse' “Isiphet: Fate” reaches its memorable 100th episode on friday, Isiphet: Fate will reach an…
Meet the big mamas, from Soweto's shebeen queens to reality TV stars. Showmax is Shebeen Queensis a reality TV show that shines the spotlight on the incredible women behind Soweto's iconic shebeens Alina's Place, Big Mama's Tavern and Rams Tavern. Starring powerhouse entrepreneurs Alina Sishange, Emily Taban Lu (aka Big Mama) and Xoliswa Shweimba, the show follows the queens as they juggle motherhood and business in the high-stakes, 24-hour world of the shebeen, historically dominated by men but now filled with booze, laughter and lots of courage. We caught up with Big Mama to find out more about this reality…
TotalEnergies, greenwashing, Sunpark, fossil fuels, sustainable development, environmental protection. (Chesnot/Getty Images) TThe Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has found that energy company TotalEnergies' use of the term “sustainable development” in an advertisement was misleading and in breach of the Advertising Code of Practice. The advert appears on a webpage promoting the #FuelYourExperience competition in collaboration with the South African National Parks Service (SANParks), encouraging people to visit South Africa's parks. The South African Campaign to Ban Fossil Fuel Advertising, a programme of a Fossil Fuel Free South Africa, has filed complaints of greenwashing, arguing that the energy groups' exploitation of fossil…
Jacob Zuma's Umkhonto weSizwe party has appointed former Economic Freedom Fighters deputy leader Floyd Shivambu as the party's national organiser. (Madeleine Cronje) Jacob Zuma's Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party has appointed former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) deputy leader Floyd Shivambu as the party's national organiser. Shivambu was one of the founding members of the EFF alongside Julius Malema in 2013 but resigned from the group last week. MK party secretary-general Sfiso Maseko announced the changes at a press conference in Sandton on Thursday. “The MK Party is led by the national high command, and the high command [decision-making] “The committee is…