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Zille denies giving Steenhuisen the silent treatment as DA prepares to elect new leaders

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Speculation regarding internal dynamics within the Democratic Alliance (DA) has surfaced following the announcement that John Steenhuisen will not seek a third term as party leader. Leadership Transition and Reported Tensions DA federal chairperson Helen Zille has stated she maintains a positive relationship with the outgoing party leader, John Steenhuisen. This comes amid reports of … Read more

Malema says EFF members can live in luxury and still fight against poverty

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Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), addressed a party gathering in Boksburg on Friday, defending his lifestyle while simultaneously calling for the end of capitalism. Contradictions in Leadership Malema’s remarks come as he faces continued scrutiny over his personal wealth. He is known for wearing luxury brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton, … Read more

Smelly Johannesburg: What to do when ‘rotten egg’ smell hangs over city

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Residents of Johannesburg reported a foul sulphur smell lingering over the city late last week, prompting an investigation by municipal authorities. The city has determined the odour originated from a neighbouring province, most likely due to the long-range movement of air pollutants from large industrial operations in Mpumalanga. Monitoring and Potential Health Impacts This isn’t … Read more

Patients and nurses live in fear as snakes roam around Limpopo hospital

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Patients, nurses, and doctors at Philadelphia Hospital in Moutse, Dennilton, Limpopo, are reportedly living in fear as venomous snakes increasingly enter the hospital grounds. Sightings have been confirmed by at least two nurses and one visitor, with the most recent incident occurring this week. Health Department Response The Limpopo provincial health department acknowledges the presence … Read more

Bad news and good news about 2026 public holidays in SA, this is what you need to know

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As 2026 begins, South Africans anticipating upcoming public holidays may face a slight adjustment. While the country currently observes 12 public holidays, the actual number of days off will be impacted by how those holidays fall on the calendar. Disappointment for Some in 2026 South African workers are set to lose two days of public … Read more

This beach in Durban will be temporarily closed on New Year’s Day

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Beachgoers in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) face altered New Year’s Day plans as the eThekwini Municipality has temporarily closed one bathing beach due to water quality concerns. Beach Closures and Revisions Initially, four beaches – Laguna, Pipeline, Toti Main, and Doonside – were slated for temporary closure due to safety and health concerns. However, the municipality revised … Read more

The aftermath of Senzo Mchunu’s PKTT disbandment letter, one year later

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As South Africans reflected on the end of 2024, few anticipated the upheaval that would grip the nation’s law enforcement in 2025. A year after a controversial letter from then-Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, questions remain about the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) and its impact on public trust. Mchunu’s Directive and Immediate … Read more

Mpumalanga primary school teacher declared unfit to work with kids after pupil kissing case

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Teacher-Student Boundaries in Crisis: What the Lombaard Case Signals for the Future The recent dismissal of Andries Lodewick Lombaard, a teacher at Laerskool Klipfontein in South Africa, for kissing a 13-year-old pupil, isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a stark symptom of a growing concern: the erosion of appropriate boundaries between educators and students, and the … Read more

Race, regulation and resistance collide at Hartbeespoort Dam

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A dispute over noise complaints at Hartbeespoort Dam in the North West province is escalating, with black business owners alleging racially motivated enforcement. The situation builds upon existing tensions stemming from a South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) investigation into the allocation of state-owned land. Narrow Debate, Unresolved Grievances A resident reported that “thunderous” live … Read more

Ramaphosa says ANCYL is ready to lead – but it can’t even organise its own elective conference

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Despite optimistic pronouncements from ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, the African National Congress Youth League’s (ANCYL) recent elective conference in Polokwane, Limpopo, was plagued by logistical failures and allegations of mismanagement. Ramaphosa, speaking at the University of Limpopo on Monday, stated, “The ANC Youth League has come of age, and it is ready to lead,” and … Read more

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