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Trucks laden with vital humanitarian aid for Gaza were observed on Sunday at the Kerem Shalom border crossing in Israel, marking a significant moment in the efforts to alleviate the ongoing humanitarian crisis. This aid package included essential items such as wheat flour, cooking oil, and a variety of canned foods, prepared meticulously before being loaded onto trucks designated for delivery into the beleaguered territory. In a notable development, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated on Wednesday a willingness to consider a temporary ceasefire, specifically to facilitate the return of hostages. However, he reiterated that Israel would continue its military…

South African media personality MacG Mukwevho has seen his television career come to a sudden halt as DSTV has opted to terminate its partnership with Mukwevho’s show, Podcast and Chill, after just a month of airing on Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu. This decision, now confirmed by TimesLIVE, follows a series of controversies stemming from comments the YouTube star made about actress and TV personality Minnie Dlamini. MacG, known for his unfiltered approach and often controversial opinions, found himself under fire after making disparaging remarks about Dlamini during a recent episode. Despite quickly issuing an apology for his comments, the…

Today marks a significant milestone as Africa commemorates Africa Day, the 62nd anniversary of the founding of the Organisation of African Unity, which later evolved into the African Union. Across the vast continent and its diaspora, people are celebrating their shared identity while honouring the rich tapestry of cultural diversity that defines Africa. Among the celebrations, participants from various nations have gathered to express what it means to be proudly African. Their voices resonate with pride and cultural significance, shedding light on the distinctive elements that forge a common identity amidst diversity. Nigerian-born Fidelis Kalu, reflecting on his heritage, points…

Former South African President Thabo Mbeki has issued a clarion call to African leaders, urging them to embody truthfulness, transparency, and a steadfast commitment to advancing the interests of the continent. Speaking at a dinner event in Dar es Salaam, as part of the Africa Day commemorations, Mbeki underscored that the key to Africa’s progress lies in leaders who act with integrity and genuine vision. As the continent will celebrate Africa Day under the thought-provoking theme, “Reparatory Justice for Africans and People of African Descent: Addressing Historical Injustices to Build a Common Future”, Mbeki poignantly reflected, “Justice is not an…

In a comprehensive address delivered on Friday, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu outlined significant strides being made in combating crime during the fourth quarter of the 2024/2025 financial year, covering the period from January 1 to March 31, 2025. Despite ongoing concerns, Mchunu affirmed that the South African Police Service (SAPS) is adapting its strategies, showing a decline in various categories of crime, while also addressing pressing issues, including allegations of genocide and police brutality.”As the Ministry of Police under the 7th Administration, we have clearly outlined our policing priorities,” Mchunu stated. These priorities include ambitious goals such as reducing murder…

South Africa’s government is preparing to relax local ownership rules that apply to foreign satellite service providers, with an emphasis on facilitating the entry of innovative companies like Elon Musk’s Starlink. This proposal aims to address the regulatory barriers that have impeded Starlink’s operations in the country, with the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi, emphasising the need to “encourage investment, including strategic infrastructure investment, and innovation in the communications sector” while promoting competition within the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) space. The core of the current debate hinges on the Electronic Communications Act, which mandates that 30%…

In a heartbreaking case that has sparked widespread outrage, the investigating officer in the rape case of an 11-year-old girl has formally opposed the bail application of the accused, a 29-year-old Ugandan national. The man, whose alleged crimes span several years, made another appearance at the Boksburg Magistrates Court on Thursday, where disturbing details of the alleged multiple rapes were presented. According to the court documents, the accused reportedly began abusing the young girl when she was just six years old, continuing until she fell pregnant following the most recent incident in December 2024. The investigating officer voiced grave concerns…

Approximately 300 miners are currently trapped underground at Sibanye-Stillwater’s Kloof mine, located in Westonaria, Johannesburg. This alarming incident unfolded on Thursday when an object fell into the mine’s shaft, triggering an immediate response from various mining authorities and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM). According to the NUM, the miners have been stranded beneath the surface since the accident, with no access to food and water, heightening concerns about their safety and wellbeing. While officials have yet to report any injuries or fatalities, the union has expressed alarm over the lack of provisions for the trapped miners. Livhuwani Mammburu, a…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted on Wednesday that the ongoing conflict in Gaza will continue until Hamas is disarmed and the Palestinian territory is fully under Israeli control. Speaking during a press conference in Jerusalem, he outlined the specific conditions necessary to end the war, which has escalated since October 2023. “I am ready to end the war but with clear conditions that will ensure Israel’s security. All the hostages return home, Hamas hands over its weapons and leaves power,” Netanyahu declared, underscoring his commitment to dismantling Hamas as a prerequisite for peace. The Israeli leader made it clear…

The ongoing trial surrounding the 2014 murder of South African soccer captain Senzo Meyiwa took a dramatic turn today when defence counsel Charles Mnisi expressed his concerns regarding the absence of singer Kelly Khumalo from the list of accused in the case. Meyiwa was fatally shot in an incident that unfolded at Khumalo’s residence in Vosloorus, Gauteng’s East Rand, and speculation surrounding her alleged involvement has persisted since the tragic event. During a tense court proceeding at the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, Mnisi confronted Brigadier Bongani Gininda, the lead investigator assigned to the Meyiwa case. The crux of…