The highly anticipated trial of three accused in the Phala Phala farm robbery has entered a dramatic phase after a state witness revealed how $580,000 in cash was removed from a farm safe and hidden in a sofa at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s private residence. Testifying in the Modimolle Regional Court on Monday, the witness —… Continue reading Phala Phala Trial: Witness Tells Court How Ramaphosa’s Dollars Ended Up in a Sofa
Chikunga: African Youth Must Uproot the Continent’s Colonial Legacy, Reclaim Intellectual Sovereignty
African youth must uproot the continent’s colonial legacy and reclaim their intellectual sovereignty, said Sindisiwe Chikunga, South Africa’s Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities. Speaking at the recent 7th Pan African Youth Forum in Durban, Chikuga said colonialism had damaged the continent’s institutions, economies and self-perceptions. She delivered a keynote… Continue reading Chikunga: African Youth Must Uproot the Continent’s Colonial Legacy, Reclaim Intellectual Sovereignty
Pirates Coach: Life is Very Short!
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says he is grateful to have been on the bench to guide the team to their MTN8 triumph against Stellenbosch on Saturday. The Buccaneers are in seventh heaven after beating Stellenbosch 3-0 at Mbombela Stadium for their fourth consecutive MTN8 title. Ouaddou, 46, reflected after a brush with death recently.… Continue reading Pirates Coach: Life is Very Short!
FIFA: High Demand for World Cup Tickets
World football governing body FIFA has confirmed there have been more than 1.5 million ticket draw applications submitted within 24 hours for next year’s World Cup. Fans from 210 countries have entered Visa Presale Draw, according to FIFA. “A mere 24 hours into the entry period for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Visa Presale Draw,… Continue reading FIFA: High Demand for World Cup Tickets
Madlanga Commission Opens as MK Party Slams ‘Illegal and Premature’ Start
The long-delayed Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Political Killings is finally set to commence its hearings on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, despite mounting legal challenges and fierce opposition from political parties. The commission, chaired by Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, was appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the wake of shocking revelations by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial… Continue reading Madlanga Commission Opens as MK Party Slams ‘Illegal and Premature’ Start
Phala Phala Trial Opens: Three Accused Face Court, Ramaphosa Faces Public Pressure
The highly anticipated trial of three people accused of stealing millions of rand in foreign currency from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm is finally set to get underway at the Modimolle Regional Court in Limpopo this morning, almost three months later than initially scheduled. The accused — former Phala Phala housekeeper Froliana Joseph, David… Continue reading Phala Phala Trial Opens: Three Accused Face Court, Ramaphosa Faces Public Pressure
Nigeria Launches New Chinese-Financed Lithium Plant in Nasarawa State
Nigeria is set to inaugurate a new 6,000-metric-ton lithium processing plant in Nasarawa State, according to Governor Abdullahi Sule. This is reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a partner of TV BRICS. The project, financed by Chinese investors, represents the second such facility in the region and is double the size of the… Continue reading Nigeria Launches New Chinese-Financed Lithium Plant in Nasarawa State
From Influence to Exploitation: Why South Africa Must Tackle the Dark Side of Social Media Marketing
In today’s world, influence is a form of currency. Young people often trust social media influencers more than traditional advertising or even official government communication. They see them as relatable, aspirational and authentic. This trust has turned influencer marketing into one of the most powerful tools of persuasion in the modern era. But when influence… Continue reading From Influence to Exploitation: Why South Africa Must Tackle the Dark Side of Social Media Marketing
British Boxing Great Found Dead at Home
Four-time boxing world champion Ricky Hatton has died aged 46. The British boxing great was reportedly found unresponsive in his Hyde, Greater Manchester, home on Sunday. The Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed a body had been found. “Officers were called by a member of the public to attend Bowlacre Road, Hyde, Tameside, at 6:45am today,… Continue reading British Boxing Great Found Dead at Home
Terence Crawford Upsets Canelo Alvarez with Historic Performance
Terence Crawford has stunned Saul “Canelo” Alvarez at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas to become the undisputed super-middleweight world champion. The American makes history in the process and is now the first male boxer to reign as undisputed champion in three weight classes (junior welterweight, welterweight and super middleweight) in the four-belt era (since… Continue reading Terence Crawford Upsets Canelo Alvarez with Historic Performance