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A prominent South African socialite and radio personality Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma has instructed her legal team to take swift action against the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) unless the party retracts a statement concerning her recent departure from Vuma FM. Ngobese-Zuma’s frustrations mounted following the ANC’s media release, which she vehemently described as "misleading," stating it jeopardised her reputation and had the potential to damage her public image. What also irked about the statement was the ANC asserting that she asked for the party's leaders to be "lynched". "The statement is not only unfortunate; it is riddled with misleading statements that have the effect of eroding my good name, particularly when the catchphrase has no nexus to the contents of the statement," said Ngobese-Zuma in her media statement. The ANC's initial remarks…

Non-government organisations (NGOs) say the clothing they received through the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) will make a huge difference to the people and communities they serve. However, they have been warned not to sell the clothes. Yesterday, KZN Social Development MEC, Mbali Shinga, inspected the clothing donations which included t-shirts, shirts, pants, jeans, underwear and other items. The inspection was conducted at a centre managed by the department in the Bluff, Durban South. Shinga warned NGOs receiving clothing to not sell it. “SARS has emphasised, and we are emphasising, that we will be disappointed if they sell this material. We don’t want that. “They are for our homes. Other than that, they can distribute to the needy members of the community, but…

A STATE witness has told the Durban High Court that the Tees tavern owner in Phoenix gave the instruction that black Africans be burned with their taxi alive during the 2021 July unrest. The tavern owner, Trevor Gopal, is on trial with Ravine Naidoo, Tyreece Govender, and Timothy Govender. They are charged with the murder of Njabulo Allen Dlamini, the attempted murders of Nkosikhona Madlala and Sandile Colin Sambo. They are also charged with malicious damage to property and public violence. Gopal further faces the charge of incitement to commit public violence. While leading his evidence in chief, Anand Chetty told the court that on July 12, 2021, after the black African victims had been assaulted and Gopal and his brother had set their taxi alight. He said Gopal stated…

Jermaine Seoposenwe owes football everything. So, as she prepares for her last Banyana Banyana appearance, she bows out with gratitude and pride. Banyana face Ghana in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations third-place play-off at Stade El Arbi Zaouli in Casablanca today night (kick-off 6pm). The clash is set to mark Seoposenwe’s final outing with Banyana after she announced, prior to the tournament, that she would retire from international football after its conclusion. The 31-year-old will leave behind a decorated international career, having earned more than 100 caps, won the Wafcon title and played in two World Cups. Her journey with the national team endeared her to fans across the continent and the world, thanks to her silky playing style and eye for goal. Speaking at the pre-match press conference…

The embattled KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Nomagugu Simelane-Mngadi, has threatened to take legal action against people who have implicated her in the Ithala corruption loan scandal. The allegations that emerged a few days ago are that she used her position of power as the chairperson of the Agriculture and Rural Development portfolio committee some years ago to get funding for a family company in Ithala and in government. The allegations, first brought up by a social media influencer Baas Kruger (it is unclear whether this is a real name), stated that Kwazigugu Investment received a loan from Ithala Bank to buy a farm in Danahuser in the north-west of the province, as well as R1.4 billion from the Agriculture and Rural Development department. In a statement yesterday, Simelane-Mngadi denied the allegations,…

ZULU King Misuzulu’s Ingonyama Trust Board (ITB) has broken ties with its commercial arm, Ingonyama Holdings, following its failure to recover a loan of R41 million from the latter. ITB acting chief executive officer Siyamdumisa Vilakazi announced this during a media briefing held at the entity’s headquarters in Pietermaritzburg on Wednesday. Vilakazi accused former ITB chairperson Judge Jerome Ngwenya, who was late King Goodwill Zwelithini’s right-hand man, of having hijacked the holdings, which is now allegedly refusing to pay back the R41m. “We therefore state categorically today that the Ingonyama Trust and the Ingonyama Trust Board have formally disassociated themselves from Ingonyama Holdings,” said Vilakazi. Ngwenya declined to comment when contacted by Isolezwe, the Daily News' sister publication, and did not respond to this reporter's questions. Vilakazi said the holdings…

The murder pre-trial conference of slain South African rapper Kiernan 'AKA' Forbes and his friend Tebello 'Tibz' Mostoane is approaching its end. This as the State and defence have agreed on certain aspects. The Durban High Court on Thursday learnt that only minor issues need to be sorted out before the KwaZulu-Natal Judge President approves trial dates for 2026. Lindokuhle Mkhwanazi, Lindani Ndimande, Siyanda Myeza, Mziwethemba Gwabeni, and Lindokuhle Lindo Ndimande are charged with the murders of Forbes and Motsoane, who were gunned down in Durban on Florida Road in February 2023. The two friends were killed outside Wish restaurant, where they had their last supper. The Wish restaurant has since closed down. Senior State prosecutor Elvis Gcweka told the court that the Section 220 admissions have been made by…

There is no shortage of Springbok supporters considering the big question: Who will start at flyhalf for South Africa against the All Blacks in Auckland this September? Few fans have a definitive answer, and it’s doubtful whether Rassie Erasmus is entirely certain either. The fact that Erasmus must weigh up the unique strengths of Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Manie Libbok and Handré Pollard — and still not have a clear frontrunner — speaks to the Springboks’ remarkable depth as they build towards the Rugby Championship. That campaign kicks off with back-to-back clashes against the Wallabies on 16 August in Johannesburg and a week later in Cape Town. It is during those two Tests that Erasmus must settle on the half-back pairing that gives the Boks the best chance of claiming a historic…

THE National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) board says Higher Education and Training Minister Bhuti Manamela's leadership and Deputy Minister Dr Nomusa Dube-Ncube’s experience will contribute to the betterment of the sector. The board made the statements when congratulating Manamela and Dube-Ncube on their appointments. “The board is confident that Minister Manamela’s leadership will inspire ongoing progress and innovation within the sector, thereby promoting greater access and success for South Africa’s students. We look forward to collaborating closely with the Minister to advance accessible, high-quality higher education for all South Africans,” NSFAS said in a statement. “The board also congratulates Deputy Minister Nomusa Dube-Ncube on her appointment as the Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training. Her extensive experience and unwavering dedication will undoubtedly enhance the ministry’s efforts to support…

THE SAPS has categorically dismissed claims pertaining to a raid conducted by its National Intervention Unit (NIU) at the residence of the late South African Airways (SAA) chairperson Dudu Myeni. They were categoric that no such operation occurred. Reports on social media on Wednesday evening suggested that R18 million was found stashed at Myeni’s Richard's Bay home. As the rumour mill gained momentum, further claims circulated on various social media platforms, including a WhatsApp voice note asserting that luxury vehicles, including a Rolls Royce, accompanied by jewellery worth millions, were found at the premises. Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, the SAPS spokesperson, appealed to the public and social media users alike to refrain from spreading unverified information, warning of the potential harm it could inflict. “The SAPS calls for responsible social media…

Removing Dr Nobuhle Nkabane, just before National Women’s Month, was poor timing. Her predecessor, Dr Blade Nzimande, whose hapless legacy on tertiary education is unfolding horribly, was undeservedly in the role for more than 15 years. Nkabane was dealt a poor hand. One must question the bona fides of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment to gender parity and combating corruption. However, many will agree that the former deputy to Gwede Mantashe at the Ministry of Minerals and Energy was out of her depth in the tertiary education portfolio. But thrusting her into the higher education cesspool without considering the extent of the challenges was unfair. She had no chance of success and was destined to fail. This emerged especially after her botched list of appointees for Sector Education and Training Authorities…

Gavin Hunt is a lover of fine, old and young things in life. As such, expectations are high for him to live his best life at Durban City in the upcoming campaign. Hunt was announced as City’s head coach this month, and the club has been pulling out all the stops to satisfy his desires. The Team of Choice pulled a rabbit out of the hat earlier this week, announcing Supertech as their vehicle sponsor – the brand behind luxury automotives such as BMW. Hunt was seen in high spirits during the announcement, posing beside a sizzling new BMW together with club boss Farook Kadodia. But Hunt is not only expected to drive in style off the field. The club is also backing him on the pitch with his favourite…

ORLANDO Pirates legend Edward Motale is confident that the Soweto giants have done enough in the current transfer window to not only mount a serious challenge against Mamelodi Sundowns, but to bring an end to the Pretoria-based side’s dominant reign at the top of South African football. The Buccaneers have not lifted the league title since the 2011/12 season, but after pushing closer to the top during the previous campaign than they have in recent years – even though they ultimately finished 13 points behind champions Sundowns – there’s a renewed sense of optimism in Orlando. A large part of that comes from their activity in the market, with several new signings boosting hopes that they can go all the way this time. Pirates will also head into the new…