Author: Tshegofatso Letsie
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…
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has described the failure by some Ministers to reply to parliamentary questions, as a lack of accountability. These following complaints that some Ministers don’t attend parliamentary sittings nor give written replies. “The EFF takes this dereliction of duty by these members of the executive very seriously. In the most recent report to the Leader of Government Business on ministerial replies on questions, parliament has noted that since the beginning of the 7th parliament, there have been 1 269 questions submitted for written replies. Five-hundred and ninety-three of these questions were replied too late, which means beyond…
As November marks the beginning of Disability Rights Awareness Month, the government is calling for joint efforts to build an inclusive society for persons with disabilities. Disability Rights Awareness Month is commemorated between 03 November and 03 December 2024. This year’s awareness is recognised under the theme “Celebrating 30 years of Democracy: Creating a disability-inclusive society for a better quality of life and the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities.” In an official statement by the Department for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD), Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga reiterated the intentions to drive awareness and empower disabled people…
A loyal Kaizer Chiefs fan by the name Moshikaro Moagi, vowed to walk back home to Tzaneen, Limpopo if Chiefs lost to Mamelodi Sundowns. He was captured holding a large placard at the FNB Stadium, in Soweto, where he wrote “If Sundowns beat us tonight, I will walk from JHB to Tzaneen,” with a big smile on his face. According to google maps, the 407.4 km walk between the two destinations takes about 92 hours. Unfortunately, Moagi was forced to deliver on his promise, after Sundowns thrashed Chiefs 4-0 eliminating them from the Carling Knockout Cup on Saturday. The dedicated…