Innholdsfortegnelse for 2025-11-14 i Daily News

Independent Media executive chairman Dr Iqbal Survé has called for a more inclusive world order and a strengthening of the partnership between Africa and China. Speaking at the opening of the two-day Global South Media and Think Tank Forum in Houghton Hotel in Johannesburg on Thursday, Survé described the partnership between Africa and China as a “beacon of what genuine cooperation can achieve”. He said the partnership was grounded in mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to building a fairer, more inclusive world order. “It is this spirit of partnership that must guide our collective efforts in reforming global governance to reflect a more equitable and representative system,” Survé stated According to the businessman, the theme for this year’s forum “Reforming Global Governance: New Roles and Visions for China-Africa…

The final Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry report launched on Thursday by the Competition Commission marks a joyful day for the media landscape in South Africa and brings hope for a better future, which includes a R688 million Media Support Package over five years, agreed with Google and YouTube. This will fund national, community and vernacular media through a combination of content licensing, innovation grants, and capacity-building initiatives. It includes support for newsroom innovation, contributions to the Digital News Transformation Fund, and funding for vernacular-language training through the Media Development & Diversity Agency (MDDA). Google will also introduce new user tools to prioritise local news sources, provide technical assistance to improve website performance, share enhanced audience data, and establish an African News Innovation Forum. Microsoft, in turn, will…

UMGENI-uThukela Water (UUW) issued a notice of intention this week to restrict a company, operating in South Africa and known as China State Construction Engineering Corporation (SA) Pty Ltd, from conducting business with the state. The state owned entity cited allegations of “fraudulent misrepresentations” associated with the company’s R1.7 billion Umkhomazi Bulk Water Supply tender submission as the basis for their actions. The allegations have sparked concerns over procurement integrity and transparency at not just the waterboard but also at the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) where two executives from the same company have been suspended. The UUW controversy emerged after it had initiated a tender in August 2023 for the construction of phase 2 of the Lower Umkhomazi water works project. As part of the bidding…

“Even when people mocked me, saying football was my girlfriend, I kept going because I knew what I wanted.” When you speak to Aubrey Modiba, you don’t just hear a footballer; you hear a man who understands what it means to chase a dream that, for many around him, once seemed impossible. His voice carries the calm confidence of someone who has walked through doubt, ridicule and rejection – and turned them into the rhythm of victory. From the dusty fields of Mentz, just outside Polokwane in Limpopo, to the floodlights of Loftus Versfeld and the national pride of the Bafana Bafana jersey, Modiba’s story is one of belief forged through hardship and hope. It’s a tale that stretches far beyond football – a reflection of what it means to…

Durban brought the vibes to welcome two-time Grammy Award-winning superstar Gregory Porter to its shores at the iconic Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga on Thursday. As the American jazz, soul, and gospel singer-songwriter prepares to perform at the Durban ICC on Saturday, the atmosphere was electric as he touched down. The 54-year-old was in high spirits as he was greeted by a lively group of Zulu dancers, a vibrant showcase of Durban’s rich culture. As the performers sang and danced in celebration of Porter’s visit, the five-star welcome turned the streets outside the hotel into a joyful spectacle of rhythm and song. The world-renowned musician - celebrated for his warm baritone voice and heartfelt delivery - is in South Africa as part of his “Love is King SA 2025 Tour.”…

King Misuzulu kaZwelithini’s official spokesperson, Prince Thulani Zulu, has finally clarified his conspicuous absence during the traditional wedding between the king and now Queen Nomzamo Myeni-Zulu on Sunday. The king and Myeni traditionally exchanged wedding vows in front of thousands of people in an open space at Kwakhangelamankengane Palace in the north of KwaZulu-Natal. However, many supposedly noticed that Zulu was not by the king’s side as he used to be during other traditional ceremonies of the kingdom. His absence strengthened speculations that he had been fired from his position. This speculation was also fuelled by his earlier comment when asked by the media about the wedding, where he said he was unaware of it. However, Zulu came out on Wednesday and clarified his absence and his unavailability to comment…

South Africa’s G20 leadership concludes with the apex G20 Leadership Summit taking place on November 22-23 in Johannesburg. It has been a roller-coaster ride from the get-go with the Trump 2.0 trade shocks, bullying SA and Nigeria in Africa’s G20 year, with the US downgrading its G20 commitments. This period was also marked by the intensification of civil wars and electoral violence on the African continent. Media narratives and coverage of G20 and reporting of G20 events have failed to connect their relevance to everyday struggles – from the high cost of living or need for AI regulation against social media harms, or climate finance and energy access. Brazil's 2024 G20 agenda was bold and managed to secure solid commitments on ultra-rich tax commitment and a Global Compact on Hunger…

“Love and Peace” — the timeless Kaizer Chiefs slogan — has long embodied the spirit of a club built on pride, unity, and resilience. And this season, those words ring louder than ever. In a campaign where belief has returned, Amakhosi stand tall once more in the Betway Premiership, with their revival and positive momentum being felt across the entire local football scene. It isn’t only their current third-place standing that breathes life into their faithful; it’s the sense of redemption after years of pain and drought. Even a place in Africa’s secondary competition has felt like gold. Sweeter still, their neighbours and rivals, Orlando Pirates, bowed out of the CAF Champions League, while Amakhosi’s story carried on into the group stages. For all their history and stature, league glory…

The SAPS have revealed that a rogue employee accessed their criminal record system and made adjustments that benefited Stuart James Scharnick, a controversial businessman. The briefing session held at the SAPS' KZN headquarters on Braam Fischer Road, Durban, was chaired by Major-General Anthony Gopaul, KZN's Acting Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Crime Detection. Gopaul discussed criminal matters linked to Scharnick, who has opened cases, including one of defeating the ends of justice against the SAPS’ head of Crime Intelligence, Lieutenant-General Dumisani Khumalo, at the Pretoria Central police station. Scharnick’s action came in response to submissions made by Khumalo at the Madlanga Commission, where he stated that Sharnick's criminal records indicated that he was linked to incidents of carjackings, car theft and had ties with criminal syndicates. Khumalo also claimed that a…

IN ONGOING efforts to connect with communities, Sunfree, a company specialising in the manufacture and supply of essential consumer goods, interacted with residents in Phoenix on Sunday and delivered a wellness day programme to promote healthy lifestyles. Apart from enjoying the treats and some fun-filled activities during the event staged in Stanmore, residents also had the opportunity to familiarise themselves with Sunfree's hygiene and food product ranges. Sunfree's marketing team leader Tiarra Lee spoke about the event's significance: “The event was important because it allowed us to connect directly with the community and demonstrate that Sunfree is more than just a brand; we genuinely care about people’s well-being.” She emphasised that apart from raising awareness around hygiene and wellness, especially among young girls, they got to highlight the virtues of…

Just like Rome, Bafana Bafana’s recent achievements weren’t built in a day. That’s why the team aims to maintain their momentum and continue growing in leaps and bounds. Bafana are arguably the most improved team on the continent. They’ve qualified for back-to-back Afcon tournaments under the same coach, Hugo Broos, for the first time in years, and have automatically secured their ticket to the 2026 Fifa World Cup — their first appearance since the 2002 edition. Their participation in the Afcon finals next month in Morocco will be different — this time, they’ll be among the favourites. That status follows their impressive third-place finish in the last edition in Ivory Coast. As such, they can’t afford to falter. They need to prepare thoroughly to ensure they surpass last year’s performance…

The Springbok team named yesterday to play Italy features multiple changes from the combination that overwhelmed France last week, yet it remains richly experienced as coach Rassie Erasmus’ rotation policy continues to pay dividends. After the Boks outclassed France, pundits have been queuing up to praise the South Africans — including renowned Bok critics such as John Kirwan (the former All Black) and Matt Williams (the former Scotland coach). The Boks are the talk of the rugby world as the always intriguing November battle between the northern and southern hemispheres intensifies. Suddenly, critics north of the equator have gone from grudging respect to borderline sycophantic praise after the South Africans looked at France’s “revenge dish best served cold” — and sent it back to the kitchen. The rugby world will…