12 Senior Police Officers Arrested in Medicare 24 Corruption Case to Appear in Court
About 12 senior South African Police Service (SAPS) officers are expected to make a dramaticREAD MORE
A Masterclass in History and Politics: Sitting Down with Vernon Johnson Mwaanga
The sun hung low over Lusaka’s Olympia neighborhood, casting a warm glow on the quiet street leading to Vernon Johnson Mwaanga’s residence. Known to Zambians…
BREAKING: Fourth Burned Body of Woman Found in Silverton — Fears Mount Over Serial Killer in Gauteng
A disturbing pattern of violence against women has gripped the Gauteng suburb of Silverton, after police discovered the fourth burned body of a woman near…
JMPD Slams DA’s “Cash-Cow” Accusations Over Traffic Fines — Denies R7,000 Daily Quota Allegation
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has strongly denied explosive allegations made by the Democratic Alliance (DA), which claim that its officers are under pressure…
The Fall of Senegalese FA Boss Senghor
The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has seen a major change with the appointment of their new Football Association President, Abdoulaye Fall. Fall takes over from…
BMA Cracks Down on Border Crimes, Launches New Security Stamps
The Border Management Authority (BMA) has ramped up efforts to secure South Africa’s ports of entry, releasing a detailed first-quarter performance report for the 2025/26…
Iran Shines at Asian Junior Wushu Championships in China
Iranian athletes had an outstanding participation in the 12th Asian Junior Wushu Championships held from 26-30 July in Jiangyin, China. According to Mehr News Agency,…
MK Party Demands Ramaphosa Reverses Mchunu Suspension, Calls for His Own Resignation Over Mkhwanazi Revelations
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Indian Prime Minister and UAE President Discuss Enhancing Cooperation in Key Areas
UAE’s President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two sides discussed the development of a…
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Eastern Cape Death Toll Climbs to 57 Fatalities, OR Tambo District Suffers Most
The death toll in the Eastern Cape district following Monday and Tuesday floods has climbed to 57 fatalities.
The OR Tambo suffered the most fatalities as 51 of the people that perished came from it, while the rest, 6, came from the nearby Amathole district.
These are the latest figures that came from the Office of the Premier Oscar Mabuyane following frantic rescue efforts in the past two days.
“As of today 12 June, 57 fatalities have been reported acrossREAD MORE
SACP Frowns at National Treasury for Taking R28 Billion Loan With World Bank
The South African Communist Party (SACP) has voiced its displeasure regarding the decision by the National Treasury to source a new R28 billion loan from the World Bank.
The communist party says the decision deepens the country’s subordination to imperialist-controlled global finance capital, reinforcing a neo-colonial debt regime that erodes national sovereignty, undermines democratic development and threatens the interests of the working class.
The party was reacting to reports that despite the country being knee deep in foreign and domesticREAD MORE
Official: Real Madrid Welcome Trent Alexander-Arnold
England international Trent Alexander-Arnold is officially a Real Madrid player.
Earlier on Thursday, the former Liverpool right-back underwent a medical at the Sanitas La Moraleja University Hospital and then signed a contract that will keep him at the club for the next six seasons.
He will wear the number 12 jersey.
“I’m aware that playing for Real Madrid comes with great responsibility, and I’m ready to give everything for the team and for the Madridistas,” commented Alexander-Arnold.
“I can’t waitREAD MORE
Lungu Family and Zambian Government in Stalemate Over Former President’s Repatriation
Lusaka, Zambia – June 12, 2025 – A deepening rift between the family of Zambia’s late Sixth Republican President, Edgar Chagwa Lungu, and the Government of the Republic of Zambia has cast a shadow over the repatriation of his remains from South Africa, where he passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
The family, through spokesperson Makebi Zulu, issued a press statement expressing frustration with the government’s approach to the funeral arrangements, emphasizing their desire to honor the late president’sREAD MORE
Percy Tau Willing to Listen to Any Club
Free agent Percy Tau says he is open to all offers in the Premier Soccer League (PSL).
The 31-year-old is currently in South Africa following his exit from Qatar SC, where he played for six months after joining them from Al Ahly.
Tau conceded in a wide-ranging interview with sportscaster Robert Marawa that he grew up supporting Kaizer Chiefs, and he remains on good terms with his former team, Mamelodi Sundowns.
However, the door is open for every club regardingREAD MORE
Pension of Former National Lottery Commission Grant Manager Frozen Pending Corruption Probe
The Special Tribunal has ruled that the pension of Sanele Dlamini, a former grants manager in the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), be frozen pending an investigation.
The ruling comes after the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) applied to have his pension mothballed until an investigation into the entire commission and funded projects is concluded.
The SIU believes that Dlamini acted in a fraudulent manner in approving a grant funding to Motheo Foundation to build a sports complex in February 2022. TheREAD MORE
Al Ahly Squad for FIFA Club World Cup
Al Ahly coach José Riveiro has named the squad to compete at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States (US).
The Egyptian outfit will be involved in the tournament opener against the home side, Inter Miami on 15 June.
Al Ahly will also play Palmeiras from Brazil [19 June] and Portuguese side, Porto [24 June], in the group stage.
GOALKEEPERS
Mohamed El Shenawy, Mohamed Seha, Mostafa Shoubir, Mostafa Makhlouf.
DEFENDERS
Khaled Abdelfattah, Omar Kamaal, Ahmed Ramadan, Yasser Ibrahim,READ MORE
Ethiopia Advances Rural Corridor Development to Boost Sustainability and Eco-tourism
Ethiopia has launched a comprehensive rural corridor development programme aimed at transforming local communities, promoting sustainable agriculture, and expanding eco-tourism infrastructure. The initiative was announced by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, as reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS .
The rural corridor development project forms part of a broader national strategy to modernise rural areas, improve livelihoods and enhance environmental stewardship, the source claimed.
During the launch of theREAD MORE
Kagiso Rabada Breaks Allan Donald’s Record
Proteas bowler Kagiso Rabada’s five-wicket haul against Australia on Wednesday has seen him move past the great Allan Donald for most wickets in Test cricket for South Africa.
Rabada was in fine form on day one of the World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, England.
Rabada now has 332 wickets, ahead of Donald [330] and only behind Dale Steyn [439], Shaun Pollock [421], and Makhaya Ntini [390] in the all-time list.
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Kolo Touré Steps Up at Man City
Manchester City’s U16 coach, Kolo Touré, has been drafted into their first-team coaching structure for the FIFA Club World Cup.
Touré, 44, is expected to jet off to the United States with Pep Guardiola’s squad on Thursday.
City saw a triple exit from Pep Guardiola’s dugout with the conclusion of the 2024/25 season. Juanma Lillo, Inigo Dominguez, and Carlos Vicens all left the Etihad, and the latter has since joined Portuguese club Braga as head coach.
The former Ivory CoastREAD MORE