Author: Tshegofatso Letsie
Spanish champion Rafael Nadal has officially retired from professional tennis. He played his last match which he lost to Botic van de Zandschulp during the quarter finals of the Davis Cup in Malaga, Spain, on Tuesday. The 22-time Grand Slam winner announced his retirement last month, which he attributed to some playing limitations following a hip injury. During a heartfelt speech, the 38-year-old legend reflected on his legacy. “I lost my first match in the Davis Cup, and I lost my last one. So, we close the circle. I leave with the peace of mind that I have left a…
Police in Limpopo have attributed the rise in crime to alcohol and are now calling for the reinstatement of the alcohol sale curfew. This was proposed by the Deputy Provincial Commissioner, Major General Jan Scheepers, during the Limpopo Liquor Affairs stakeholder’s engagement session in Polokwane, ahead of the festive season. “As we explore this issue, we must confront a troubling reality. Alcohol is the leading contributor to various crimes in Limpopo. The statistics are alarming, rapes, assaults, murders, domestic violence, child abuse, road fatalities and attempted murders are frequently linked to alcohol consumption both within and outside licensed venues. Now…
The video by New Zealand’s youngest MP, Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke performing the traditional Maori dance, is reportedly the most ever watched Haka video, with almost 225 million views in just two days. The last time she performed the Haka in Parliament was when she took her oath as an MP back in January 2024. In the recent video that broke the internet, the 22-year-old was captured leading the traditional dance while tearing up the copy of the controversial Treaty Principles Bill. Hana’s performance was met with various reactions, with many applauding her for fighting for her people while others described it…
Victoria Kjaer Theilvig of Denmark was crowned the 73rd Miss Universe at the pageant that was held at the Mexico City Arena, in Mexico. This makes her the first Danish to win the competition, where she outclassed over 100 contestants from around the world. The 21-year-old delivered a strong message in her final answer which declared her the winner. “My message to the world that is watching out there is no matter where you come from, no matter your past, you can always choose to turn it into your strengths. It will never define who you are. You just have…
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) in the North West, has directed the province’s Human Settlements Department, to furnish it with a detailed report regarding abandoned and incomplete RDP houses. The commission released its investigations on the state of RDP houses in the province, which found that the department violated its oath of office. “The investigation found that the North West Department of Human Settlements has failed to fulfil its mandate within reasonable timeframes and prescribed quality standards, thereby infringing upon beneficiaries’ constitutional rights to adequate housing and human dignity as per sections 26 (1) and 10 of the…
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos has threatened to resign if the team fails to secure a place in the 2025 AFCON in Morocco. “If we lose both games, five minutes after the game I’m on the flight to Belgium. You can be sure of it. Uganda okay away is tough, but at home against South Sudan, I tell you, I’ll immediately take a flight, and you will never see me again,” warned Broos during a media briefing at the Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto. Bafana will first battle it out with Uganda away from home on 15 November at the Mandela National…
“I didn’t think I would.” This was the reaction given by South Africa’s Pop and Amapiano artist, Tyla, as she wept on stage after winning three out four of the awards, she was nominated for at the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) in Manchester, Britain. Tyla scooped the Best African Act, Best R&B and Best Afrobeats categories. She managed to outshine some of the biggest global industry names like Kehlani, Usher and SZA under the Best R&B nominations. The 22-year-old described her win in that category as a validation, especially because she was wearing an outfit inspired by R&B icon,…
Former Kaizer Chiefs captain and goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has opened about the sombre experience he went through after he came was informed that the club will not be renewing his playing contract. “It wasn’t easy for me to digest the news. I stayed in bed for two straight weeks crying every day. I did not understand what was happening, yet I was given the respect by the team which sat me down and told me about their plan but unfortunately, you’re not part of it as a footballer,” Khune shared with the media. The veteran goalkeeper was reportedly requested by…
The Gauteng Department of Education has suspended the sale of food in and around school premises across the province. The move comes as part of the response to the surge in the consumption of suspected contaminated food by learners, allegedly caused by snacks bought from spaza shops and street vendors. Gauteng has reported over 200 cases of suspected food poisoning since February this year, with several children sadly losing their lives. Speaking for the Department, Steve Mabona appealed to the schools and they’re Governing Bodies to adhere to the current guidelines. “To further protect the safety of learners, schools and…
Headline sponsor of the premier soccer division, Betway and the Premier Soccer League (PSL) have partnered to promote responsible gambling. November is recognised as National Responsible Gambling Month. During a media briefing alongside the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) at the PSL headquarters in Parktown, they appealed to consumers to gamble responsibly on the online sport betting platforms. Betway CEO Laurence Michel emphasised their responsibility to educate the public about safer betting. “Through our partnership with the PSL, Betway remains committed to its objective of encouraging responsible gambling across all its platforms. We therefore reiterate our messaging of Bet…