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TAXI BOSS JOE ‘FERRARI’ SIBANYONI ARRESTED

Written by on 12 May 2026

MIDDLEBURG- Mpumalanga taxi boss Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni has been arrested in connection with alleged criminal activities linked to underworld figures, including Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala. He was reportedly taken in by the Special Task Force in the early hours of Tuesday morning in Pretoria, alongside two other suspects. The trio is expected to appear before the […]

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BOXER WARNS OF PRICE PRESSURE

Written by on 12 May 2026

Discount retailer Boxer says rising geopolitical tensions, particularly the war in the Middle East, could put pressure on future food prices, making increases difficult to avoid. Despite this outlook, the company was the best-performing stock on Monday after reporting strong financial results for the year ended March. Boxer plans to expand by opening more stores, […]

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RAMAPHOSA TO OPEN AFRICA TRAVEL INDABA IN DURBAN

Written by on 12 May 2026

KWAZULU-NATAL- President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to officially open the 2026 Africa Travel Indaba in Durban today, one of the continent’s biggest tourism marketing events. The Indaba showcases a wide range of African tourism products and aims to promote travel and investment across the continent. Some African delegates had raised safety concerns following recent anti-illegal […]

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RAMAPHOSA TO CHALLENGE PHALA PHALA PANEL REPORT

Written by on 12 May 2026

TSHWANE- President Cyril Ramaphosa says he will challenge Parliament’s Independent Panel report on the Phala Phala matter following last week’s Constitutional Court judgment. Addressing the nation on Monday, Ramaphosa announced that he would take the report on review, arguing that its findings were flawed in law and fact. He maintained that he had not committed […]

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SACCAWU REJECTS PICK N PAY RETRENCHMENTS

Written by on 12 May 2026

The South African Commercial, Catering and Allied Workers Union (SACCAWU) has rejected the Section 189 retrenchment notice issued by Pick n Pay, accusing the retailer of undermining collective bargaining processes. The company has proposed changes to its store labour model, a move that could affect about 22 000 workers across the country. SACCAWU says workers […]

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RAMAPHOSA REFUSES TO RESIGN OVER PHALA PHALA

Written by on 12 May 2026

GAUTENG- President Cyril Ramaphosa says he will not resign following the Constitutional Court judgment ordering Parliament to establish an impeachment committee over the Phala Phala matter. Speaking at the Union Buildings in Tshwane, Ramaphosa said the ruling only dealt with flaws in Parliament’s rules and did not find him guilty of misconduct or violating the […]

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DRESS MADE FROM 500 LOAVES STUNS AT AMVCA

Written by on 11 May 2026

LAGOS- The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards in Nigeria once again delivered a striking blend of film, fashion and entertainment, with celebrities and filmmakers arriving in bold, theatrical outfits. The event, held at the Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos, featured dramatic gowns, sculptural designs, shimmering fabrics and elaborate fashion statements […]

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FLIGHTS DISRUPTED BY BAD WEATHER IN CAPE TOWN AND GEORGE

Written by on 11 May 2026

Severe weather conditions have disrupted flight operations at Cape Town International Airport, with several flights either delayed or diverted. According to spokesperson Debi Shepherd, many incoming and outgoing flights have been rerouted to OR Tambo International Airport, while the airport continues to operate despite the adverse conditions. The Airports Company South Africa (Airports Company South […]

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ANC IN TALKS OVER PHALA PHALA CASE

Written by on 11 May 2026

CAPE TOWN- African National Congress (ANC) officials are holding a meeting with National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza to deliberate on the implications of the Phala Phala matter. The meeting is also attended by ANC Chief Whip Mdumiseni Ntuli and Advocate Thembeka Ngcukaitobi, who previously represented President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Constitutional Court during proceedings linked […]

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