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THE body of the leader of the Zion church will be exhumed and reburied, iChristian Catholic Holy Spirit in ZionNyonini, Dr Thamsanqa Nkonyane who passed away a few weeks ago.It will be remembered that the issue of his burial was in the headlines after his service that was going on at the site of this church in Newcastle was stopped.It is now history that near the end of this service the police raided accompanied by the deceased’s old wife MaNgcobo who was carrying a restraining order.That’s how the funeral stopped and we left with bones when MaNgcobo and the family…
Donkeys’ ears are often cropped as a way for their owners to identify the animals. (Photo: KDS)Warning: The post contains content that may upset some readers. The Karoo Donkey Sanctuary (KDS) says its fight to put an end to the commercial slaughter of donkeys is now in a decisive phase. The organization also made an urgent appeal to people to support its campaign on this.Jonno Sherwin, founder and CEO of KDS, is a great campaigner for the well-being of donkeys and has repeatedly pleaded for an end to the slaughter of the animals for the international trade in donkey skins.…
KwaDukuza MUNICIPALITY intends to design a visual role with the aim of supporting its young people to develop in the arts.This was revealed by the Mayor of KwaDukuza, Mr. Siduduzo Gumede, when he spoke at a big event to showcase young people with different skills at the Multi-purpose Center Sports Grounds, Glenhills, on Tuesday.This event was previously called the Youth Talent Show. Gumede said they want there to be a way to help young people who seem to have different skills.According to him, it is important that the skills of young people come to the fore and not be blocked…
South Africa’s electoral system promotes inclusiveness, but not necessarily accountability. Parliament now has an opportunity to carry out reforms that can bring politicians closer to voters, writes Dr. Klaus Kotzé from the CSERP.
THE IMPORTANCE of remembering a loved one who has passed away or who has no way of communicating with him at that time, is the essence of the message contained in the song by piano producer Soa Matrix, which says I remember.Talking about this song that came out last month, featuring Bassie and Khathapillar, Soa Matrix said that its purpose is to highlight the beauty of loving the people you are close to and having good times with them if you have the chance.”It contains a message that I have addressed to people who will listen to it so that…
Israeli soldiers on patrol on the border with Lebanon. (Photo: Jalaa Marey/AFP) Five people were killed in renewed Israeli attacks in the south of the country, Lebanese state media reported on Saturday. This despite a new ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group that was announced a day before. The state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported that Israel carried out airstrikes on numerous targets in the south of the country after midnight and until early Saturday morning. Several of them were reportedly in the Nabatieh area. There were also reports of Israeli attacks on the city of Nabatieh and…
Tests confirm a migratory brown skua found in Western Australia had the virus.Published On 20 Jun 202620 Jun 2026Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia will do “whatever we can” to curb H5N1 bird flu after the first mainland case was confirmed in a seabird, which means the virus has now spread to every continent.Tests confirmed a migratory brown skua found in Western Australia’s Cape Le Grand National Park had the deadly virus, authorities said on Saturday, and a giant petrel found in the same area was also suspected to be infected.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list“This is concerning,”…
The high cost of daily living and the excessive increase in the level of hunger for job opportunities are some of the conditions that seem to force young people to look for other ways of life and coping skills.This has also been proven by Statistics South Africa, which revealed that the rate of unemployed people in the country has increased to 32.7% in the first quarter of 2026, which is very sensitive to young people as it turns out that 60.9% are young people aged 15 to 24, and 40.6% of those aged 25 to 34.That is what made an…
Bhobokhoko coach, Rassie Erasmus, and SA ‘A’ Mzwandile Stick, have included a number of young players in their squads that will open the season of international matches on Saturday.The SA ‘A’ squad will face Zimbabwe at 12 noon at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, Gqeberha, before the Bobokhokos face the Barbarians at the same stadium at 3 pm.The Bhobokhoko will be led by Siya Kolisi, partnered with other experienced players including Aphelele Fassi, Cheslin Kolbe, Jesse Kriel, Andre Esterhuizen, Pieter-Steph du Toit and Jasper Wiese.These players are expected to support those who will be playing for the first time at…
Laurence Makgotloe (Photo: @abramjee/X) Capt. Laurence Makgotloe (54), a ballistics expert from the police who is suspected of having sabotaged a ballistics report in the murder of an engineer from Vereeniging, has been released on bail. Makgotloe is suspected of having doctored the report to protect Armand Swart’s alleged hired killers. He was arrested at his home in May. He is on trial on charges of being an accomplice to the commission of a murder, as well as charges of illegal possession of ammunition and obstruction of justice. The charges against him were brought after evidence was reportedly found in…