Author: Tshegofatso Letsie
Orlando Pirates has confirmed that coach Jose Riveiro will be released from his contract earlier than the original date which was set for the end of June 2025. According to a press release by the club, Riveiro requested the early release as he has signed with a new club. “Given the timing, amidst a series of crucial fixtures-we believed it was best to delay this announcement until after the Nedbank Cup Final. “While we would have preferred to formally honour him with a proper send-off, we fully respect his decision to depart before the end of his tenure,” read the…
The much-anticipated Soweto derby Nedbank Cup Final is set to take place on Saturday, 10 May, at the iconic Moses Mabhida Stadium. With tickets sold out, all eyes are on the fierce clash between arch rivals Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, making it a pivotal event in South African football. Law enforcement authorities in KwaZulu-Natal have confirmed their full preparedness for this highly charged encounter. Major General Phumelele Makoba, the Deputy Provincial Commissioner responsible for large-scale events, expressed confidence during a state of readiness press briefing that significant measures have been put in place to ensure the safety and enjoyment…
The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education in Parliament has warned the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), against cancelling student accommodation agreements with unaccredited providers in the middle of the term. The committee says this will unfairly impact students and cause disruptions. This emerged when the newly appointed NSFAS board briefed the committee on various matters relating to student appeals, funding decision for the 2025 academic year, accommodation and the disbursement of student allowances amongst others. Committee Chairperson, Tebogo Letsie urged the scheme to deliberate on decisions affecting students timeously, to avoid any inconveniences. “We fully support the cancellation of…
Amapiano star Mpho Lebajoa, popularly known as Scotts Maphuma, sought to publicly apologise after criticism about his attitude towards fans. He publicly admitted that he does not like taking pictures with fans especially if he doesn’t feel like it, nor entertaining them on stage and his utterances were met with mixed reactions. While some sympathised with his plea of being granted some space and to be treated like an ordinary citizen, some were offended and took things as far as ignoring him during his live performances. Numerous videos have been circulating on social media where the crowd can be seen…
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is optimistic that improved water availability and access will ensure sustainable agriculture across the province amongst other benefits. The department sought to intervene through the refurbishment of water systems such as the installation of windmills, submersible pumps, storage tanks and drilling new boreholes in a project that is expected to benefit farmers and villages across Kagisano Molopo and Greater Taung Local Municipalities. According to the department’s MEC Madoda Sambatha, clean and accessible water is significant for farming and daily living. “For us, farmers are a priority. Without water, there is no farming,…
Power utility Eskom has sought to assure the public of a steady electricity supply during the winter season. Eskom management alongside Electricity and Energy Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, briefed the media on the national grid and the winter outlook in Sunninghill, Johannesburg on Monday. According to group CEO, Dan Marokane, while they anticipate multiple units to return to service, a possibility of lower stages of load shedding is on the cards. “In as far as winter 2025 is concerned, assuming there are 13-15 gigawatts of unplanned outages in terms of what we see from the performance coming from the grid,…
The Deputy Minister for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Steve Letsike has described comments made by Podcast and Chill host, Macgyver Mukwevho popularly known as MacG towards media personality, Minnie Dlamini, as disgusting and callous. This after he alleged that the reason behind the end of Dlamini’s past relationships is due to her genital odour. This emerged during a recent episode of the podcast on YouTube last week. Letsike said these utterances constitute online gender-based violence. “These comments are nauseating in their vulgarity, and they must be regarded as an unconstitutional violation of Ms Dlamini’s rights to freedom and…
Defence Minister Angie Motshekga is optimistic that programmes aimed towards gender equality and non-sexist environments within the South African Defence Force (SANDF) will be successful. Motshekga was speaking on the Department’s recently launched Defence In Focus Podcast on YouTube, where she also shared how she balances working in a male dominated sector. “It’s easy for them to think that just because they’re men, they are above but softly to say no, let’s respect each other and let’s work together. Even with the Generals they know I respect them but I’m very conscious that they’re men and they will undermine me if…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his keynote Workers Day message, to reaffirm the government’s commitment to ensure that the rights of the workers remain protected. He delivered a message of support during the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) National Workers Day Rally, which was held in Middleburg, Mpumalanga. Ramaphosa also acknowledged COSATU’s pursuit of better working conditions for all workers in the country. “Since its formation, COSATU continues to be a powerful federation and a true representative of workers of this country. So, on this day comrades, we pay tribute to the leaders and members of COSATU who…
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) says the phased withdrawal of the country’s troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has commenced as of the 29th of April. The withdrawal was informed by an agreement reached by Heads of State and government during the SADC Extraordinary Summit which was held virtually in March this year. The withdrawal also includes other SAMIDRC troops. Through a statement the SANDF expressed its commitment to safely bring the soldiers back home. “This plan will ensure the safe and efficient return of personnel and assets. The withdrawal will take place in phases and…