Author: Tshegofatso Letsie
Following the two day in-person discussions in Cape Town on Monday and Tuesday, Springboks head coach Rassie Erasmus believes they have laid a solid foundation with other team’s coaches. The meeting was attended by new assistant coaches, Tony Brown, and Jerry Flannery after the departure of former coach Jacques Nienaber and Felix Jones who went to Ireland and England, respectively. Former international referee Jaco Peyper also joined the Boks as their national law advisor. “We’ve had several online meetings in the last few months, but the human element is always great, and this camp allowed everyone to get to know…
The case against five of the seven suspects arrested in connection with the murder of rapper Kiernan ”AKA” Forbes and celebrity chef, Tebello ”Tibz” Motsoane was postponed to 6 March 2024, at the Durban Magistrates Court on Thursday. The suspects are Lindokuhle Ndimande, Lindani Zenzele Ndimande, Siyanda Eddie Myeza, Lindokuhle Thabani Mkhwanazi and Mziwethemba Harvey Gwabeni. They’re facing charges that include conspiracy to commit murder, two counts of murder, unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition and five counts of attempted murder. This emanates from the brutal double killing of Forbes and Motsoane last year outside a restaurant…
Red Bull Formula 1 team principal, Christian Horner will know his fate later this week following allegations of inappropriate behaviour against a female team member. More than 100 pages of the investigation’s findings are reported to be under review by the Red Bull GmbH board, that is expected to decide whether Horner remains as team principal and the CEO. The announcement of Horner’s future comes at a critical time, ahead of the 2024 Season opening Grand Prix in Bahrain this weekend. The F1 veteran has, however, refuted claims of misconduct on his end. ‘’I deny the allegations that have been…
Police have finally made a breakthrough in solving the mysterious murders of rapper, Kiernan “AKA” Forbes, and friend, Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane. The pair were tragically gunned down in February last year outside a restaurant on Florida Road, in Durban. During a police briefing at the KwaZulu-Natal SAPS headquarters, Minister Bheki Cele and provincial commissioner, Lieutenant General, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi revealed that six people have been arrested for the crime. They also claim to have the person who orchestrated the hit in custody. “The organiser initially followed Mr Forbes from the airport on arrival all the way to the hotel as well…
The South African Police Service, SAPS, has defended the use of a police helicopter by the Minister Bheki Cele at the ANC election manifesto launch at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on Saturday. This after a video went viral on social media showing Cele arriving on board the helicopter at the venue wearing an ANC t-shirt. ‘’At all major events, various law enforcement agencies led by the SAPS, pull resources together to ensure all events are incident and crime free. It is against this background that the co-chair of the Natjoints who the Deputy National Commissioner is also responsible…
The Amapiano vs Afrobeats controversy seems far from over, following SA producer, DJ Maphorisa’s recent utterances. Phori, as he’s popularly known, took to the socials to tip Nigerian DJs on how best to play the genre. “Amapiano shouldn’t be rushed. A 160 bpm is too high. Please bring it down to 130,’’ he pointed out, during an Instagram live. The Izolo hitmaker implored them to play the songs softer, with a suggested 115 bpm speed. Mzansi fans also jumped in on the convo, with many of them backing Phori. @MaMntungwa commented with laughing emojis, “They really do speed up the…
The 22-time Grand Slam title winner, Rafael Nadal has posted a statement on X, announcing that he will not be taking part at the Qatar Open scheduled from 19-24 February. ‘’I would have loved to play in Doha, where the tournament team as well as the amazing Qatar fans have always supported me greatly. Unfortunately, I am not ready to compete, and I won’t be able to come to Doha where I really wanted to be and play again,’’ read the post. The former world number one won two matches in Brisbane ahead of the Australian Open last month but…
A squad of 226 athletes and 45 officials are set to fly the South African flag high during the 13th edition of the African Games that will be held in Accra, Ghana, between 8-23 March 2024. Athletes from 53 Countries will take part in 23 sporting activities that include but are not limited to athletics, rugby, basketball, triathlon, arm wrestling and others. The President of the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) Barry Hendricks is confident that the selected team to represent the nation is capable. “It is a big squad that shows the commitment South Africa must…
The Department of Emergency Medical Services in the North West is appealing to residents to take precautions amid the current heatwave that is anticipated to last until Sunday. According to the warning issued by the South African Weather Service, provinces that will be affected also include Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and the Free State. Among others, residents are urged to stay hydrated. ‘’The North West Emergency Medical Services urges the public to take precautionary measures. To stay away from prolonged and physical direct sunlight. Ensure children play under the shade, wear light clothes and if indoors ensure that rooms are well ventilated and stay…
Twenty-two-year-old Johannesburg-born Tyla Laura Seethal, stage name Tyla, put the W in Win, by becoming the youngest African artist to win a Grammy Award in history, for her hit track Water. The song garnered a lot of traction globally after its release last year. It has been a soundtrack to videos of some big names such as Chris Brown, Ciara including making it to former US President, Barack Obama’s list of his favourite 2023 jams. Tyla expressed disbelief to her giant milestone at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles, USA. “I never thought I’d say I won a Grammy…