Author: Larson Thebe
The Vodacom Blue Bulls coach Jake White said he’s been left speechless with the depth and talent assembled by the Leinster rugby team, describing it as “not a normal team.” His comments come after the Bulls lost 32-7 against the marauding Leinster in the United Rugby Championship Grand Final match at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland. “You must understand, this is not a normal rugby team. I made a note in my book, they are 19–0 up and they bring on RG Snyman. We couldn’t get our hands on the ball. I say again to all the Irish, I don’t…
The Telkom Netball League (TNL) Power Week 2 has resumed at Sun City Sun Park, near Rustenburg, following more than a month of preparation after an exciting Power Week 1. The Jaguars delivered a dominant performance against the Baobabs, winning 76-45. Key players included Kamogelo Maseko, who energised the team, and defenders Jamie van Wyk and Jamie Williamson, who made it tough for the Baobabs to score. Suné Bernard earned Player of the Match for her pivotal role and the Jaguars’ impressive 80% shooting success. Jaguars coach Rozanne Matthyse praised her team’s control and consistency, noting improvements from the previous…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the devastating floods in the Eastern Cape that left 78 people dead and scores missing, as a catastrophic disaster. Ramaphosa was speaking during his visit to Mthatha, after he visited the area together with key Ministers, the Premier, and local government representatives, visited the area to offer support and assess the damage. “This is a catastrophic disaster, where the flood just went beyond the banks of the river and rose, more than four metres high and swept through the various houses and killed 78 people. One of the saddest incidents is that young children’s school…
The return of the first batch of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members from Tanzania, has been delayed until late Friday night or Saturday morning, at the latest. This was revealed by the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, during a media briefing at the Air Force Base Bloemspruit in Bloemfontein on Friday. The 249 soldiers are part of a group who were deployed under the auspices of the Southern African Development Community Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (SAMIDRC). “We are currently experiencing logistical challenges with regards to the landing time of our troops today. The…
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus said he’ll continue with the team consistency that helped it win the 2023 Rugby World Cup and dominate world rugby in the past two years. These include the rotational system of the squad and mixing old and new players during the callups. His comments come as the team concluded its first week of the training camp in Johannesburg on Friday, with the players expected to reassemble at the same venue on Sunday for another week of preparation before departing to Cape Town for the Barbarians match. The Boks are preparing for the Qatar Airways Cup clash…
The devastating floods in the Eastern Cape have claimed 49 lives, with scores others missing. This was revealed by Premier Oscar Mabuyane during a media briefing in Mthatha. The torrential rains over the recent days have caused devastating landslides and flooding, leaving hundreds of families displaced as well as significant damage to critical infrastructure. The O.R. Tambo and Amathole District Municipalities are the worst affected areas. “As of this afternoon, 49 of our fellow citizens have sadly lost their lives in the O.R. Tambo District Municipality. Among them, we mourn the tragic loss of children whose scholar transport was swept…
The Department of Health has sought to assure the nation not to panic, following the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant, known as Nimbus or NB.1.8.1. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) the variant has been recorded in more than 20 countries, including India, Thailand, Indonesia and China. The WHO has since designated it a “variant under monitoring” due to its growing presence. Despite this, the department spokesperson Foster Mohale, said there’s no need for citizens to panic, as they learnt a lot from the COVID-19 pandemic. Mohale was speaking on YouFM Newshour. “We developed what we call the Pandemic Response…
South Africa has announced what it described as a strong playing XI for the much-anticipated ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia starting on Wednesday at the Lords Cricket Ground in London. Temba Bavuma will marshal the team, which is made up of many first-time finalists, who’ll also be playing for the first time at the historic venue regarded as the home of cricket. Ryan Rickelton will lead the Proteas batting line-up, followed by captain Bavuma, who are under pressure to combine to register decent runs, as they’ll face the Aussie onslaught. The selectors decided to stick with Wiaan Mulder…
The City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services (EMS) said five people have lost their lives since the weekend in three separate fire incidents. The EMS said the incidents happened in Mayfair, Mapetla and Braamfischer, as the residents were trying to keep warm during the extreme cold conditions. The deceased, including two children between the ages of six and eight, died from smoke inhalation, others were found dead after a fire ravaged their house. The deaths come as the EMS has cautioned residents, especially those in informal settlements, to exercise caution when using heating devices. “Residents are urged to continue to…
In an unexpected move, the African Transformation Movement (ATM) has replaced its president, Vuyo Zungula, by appointing Professor Caesar Nongqunga as the new president. Zungula has been leading the party since its inception seven years ago, helping the party garner representation at local, provincial and national government legislatures. “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to President Zungula for his remarkable service over the past seven years. His visionary leadership has been instrumental in registering the party, advocating for the voiceless, and firmly establishing the ATM on the political landscape of South Africa. Under President Zungula’s stewardship, the ATM has grown from…