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EX-WARD COUNCILLOR ARRESTED FOR ALLEGED MURDER

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ALLEGED MASTERMIND BEHIND DEATH OF WARD COUNCILLOR CANDIDATE ARRESTED A  44-year-old former councillor was jailed on Monday after he was connected to the murder of ANC comrade Piet Moletsane, who was active in politics and running for Ward 4 councillor in Meloding at the time of the murder. All of the accused are charged with murder, according to Makhele. Piet Moletsane was gunned dead by two hitmen aged 32 and 34 on September 23, 2021, while leaving the tavern where he worked, according to Free State police spokesperson Brigadier Motantsi Makhele. On January 28, 2022, the two hitmen were successfully tracked down and caught, and they are still in custody. The alleged mastermind is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday, while the other two suspects are still being held in custody. 

HILLARY GARDEE FOUND DEAD

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EFF FORMER SECRETARY-GENERAL  DAUGHTER FOUND DEAD  Hillary Gardee, the daughter of former EFF secretary-general Godrich Gardee, was found dead near Mbombela west of Nelspruit. Hillary, a 28-year-old woman, was last seen on Friday at the Spar supermarket in Nelspruit. She went missing with a three-year-old child, who was later found and returned to her family. She was last seen wearing a black shirt, black pants, and a laptop bag. After then, a reward of R100,000 was given to anyone who could assist in her location. Residents were advised to call the police if they had any information on her whereabouts. Mr Julius Malema, the EFF president along with members of the party, have been hunting for and distributing missing people posters through social media sites and radio stations. The EFF broke the news of Hillary's death to the public with deep sorrow. The family is still making arrangements for the burial, therefore no details about it have been released.

GROWING OF CANNIBIS IN THE GAUTENG PROVINCE

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Dagga entrepreneurs are invited to use state-owned land in Gauteng. The Gauteng provincial government and the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development have invited interested businesses to submit business partnership proposals   as  part of its new cannabis industrialization plan The government stated in a request for information document released on Friday (29 April) that it hoped to 'unlock economic opportunities and job creation' in the province by growing and processing crop and cannabis on an industrial scale. To work on the project, the Gauteng provincial government is willing to give leases on state-owned land as well as tenancy in special economic zones. It has also suggested joint funding and other partnerships with other government departments to assist in the growth of the local cannabis business. In his state of the province address in February 2022, Gauteng Premier David Makhura announced plans to establish the country's first cannabis center.  Ca...

MR PRESIDENT CHASED FROM COSATU RALLY

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 COSATU  VS MR PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA Mr President Cyril Ramaphosa was expected to speak at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Phokeng, North West province, at the ANC alliance partner Cosatu's annual worker's day event. However, after failing to convince striking employees to settle down on at least two times, Ramaphosa was forced to leave the stadium and proceed to the police station. One of the reasons why he wasn't allowed to speak was because there was a refusal of salary increment from 2020. Workers have lost jobs from state owned companies allegedly looted by senior politicians in collision with the private sectors. Cosatu says Ramaphosa being chased from the rally is unacceptable; but a warning to the ANC. Mr president Cyril Ramaphosa wasn't allowed to speak with the workers but however, the trade union federation also said it should serve as a warning o the ANC.  It was then concluded that Mr President is not fit to rule.  

'HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY'

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 It has been over nine months since the passing of Shona Ferguson but his family celebrated his birthday on Saturday the 30th of April 2022. The late Shona Ferguson and his wife Connie Ferguson. Picture: Instagram Connie Ferguson shared a long tribute to her beloved husband who unexpectedly passed away in July 2021 after suffering complications from Covid-19. “Ma Dude, this life thing is just not the same without you! I have stopped trying to understand or asking why? But nine months later, it still doesn’t feel real. My whole life feels like a dream. “To say I miss you would be the biggest understateme “It’s your first heavenly birthday. Unfortunately, I can’t run to your room and irritate you on this special day. It feels extremely weird and empties not having you around. I just miss you being here fa. But I know you’re resting in peace and watching over us. I love you so much Fede. Happy Birthday.” Stepdaughter Lesedi Matsunyane-Ferguson concluded time hasn’t made it easy as his...

KIM KARDASHIAN'S ALLEGED SEX TAPE

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The  sex  tape allegations  involving  Kim  Kardashian  has  finally  been  put  to  rest. Kim bursts into tears after her ex-husband Kanye Wes t hands over the final footage of her infamous home movie with ex-boyfriend Ray J, which was leaked in 2007.  Kardashian was dealing with claims of more video of the sex tape, as aired on the family's new Hulu reality series, prior to her "Saturday Night Live" hosting gig in October 2021. She struggled with fears of further footage from her sex tape being published in the first two episodes of the show, which she believed would affect her four children. Kardashian said on episode three of the show, "So Kanye flew home last night and he came back this morning, and I want to show you guys what he got me," after calling her mother and sister, Khloé, to her hotel room. Kardashian wiped tears from her eyes as she added, "He got me all of the sex tape back." "And he flew home and re...

MOGHELINGZ THE RISING STAR

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By: Hendriettah Nomhle Danny  A South African Tiktoker has taken the country by storm with his skits. A 19 year old Banele Ndaba also known as Moghelingz born in Mpumalanga started his skits on Instagram and Twitter before tiktok became famous. Banele says that he grew up with his Mother and Grandfather.  Moghelingz created his content in TikTok during the harsh Covid 19 Lockdown in 2020 like other tiktokers to deal with boredom. His content was based on different events that happens everyday in the townships. The aim of his content is to inspire gay children in South African townships and to show them that it is okay to be gay and there are also people like them. Ndaba has more than 1 million followers on TikTok and his content has earned him a nomination from the Cloud Africa Awards 2022 under the category of  Creator of the year.  ALL THE BEST TO OUR STAR😇💖

ZAHARA TO BE HOMELESS SOON

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 Rumour has it that NEDBANK is about to take back Zahara's townhouse from her  due to inability to repay R1.9 million loan. Afropop sensation Zahara, real name Bulelwa Mkutukana  faces another hard time  as creditors of the residence in Roodeport wet of Johannesburg threaten to take her house up for auction by May 7 2022. The first eviction notice was given to her on the 6th April 2018 and also compelled to settle the amount or risk to losing her house. Apparently the plaintiff agreed to lend her the sum of R1.9 million by a concluded written contract upon security with property. As if she does not enough problems already, it was reported that during the Easter weekend  that the Loliwe hit maker has been robbed of her SAMA awards in her home in Roodeport but to her surprise the house does not have evident signs of force entry. According to her nothing else was taken only the awards are missing , SUSPICIOUS right??

Somizi possesses Mzansi discusses his new show, "Downtime with Somizi."

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  Somizi Mhlongo-picture: Instagram By: Thato Mokoena   27 April 2022 Somizi Mhlongo has had a rough year in the public eye, thanks in large part to the drama surrounding his failed marriage to ex-husband Mohale Motaung. Despite this, the "Idols SA" judge appears to be in high demand on television. Mhlongo recently premiered a new chat show on 1Magic called "Downtime with Somizi" ahead of the fifth season of his reality show, "Living The Dream With Somizi Mhlongo," which premieres on Showmax on May 4. "Over 13 episodes, fans will witness Mhlongo converse to a pair of visitors during an activity that pulls them outside their comfort zone," IOL Entertainment reported last month."For the first time, guests participate in an incredibly fun and unusual event, followed by a quiet and low-key dinner where subject topics will be covered in depth." Peggy-Sue Khumalo, Connie Ferguson, Ntsiki Mazwai, Thandiswa Mazwai, T-Bo Touch, DJ Sbu, B...

Willow Smith remembers having to "forgive" her mother Jada for downplaying her anxiety.

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Willow Smith reflects on a difficult era in her life, which included dealing with anxiety, in the most recent episode of Red Table Talk. See what she had to say about Jada Pinkett-Smith, her mother. By: Thato Mokoena 27 April 2022 Willow Smith is bringing her anxiety experience to the show. The "Whip My Hair" singer, 21, sat down to have an open talk with Ireland Baldwin, 26, in the latest edition of Red Table Talk, which premiered April 27. Willow (daughter of Jada Pinkett-Smith and Will Smith) and Ireland (daughter of Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin) discussed their personal experiences as children growing up in the spotlight during their conversation. Willow revealed that when she was younger, her mother didn't understand her disorder immediately away. "It was difficult," she said. "She didn't seem to comprehend my anxiousness when I was younger. Because she had seen so many of her friends die as a child—she had gone through so much—my problems...

Cristiano Ronaldo Returns to Soccer for First Game After Baby Boy's Death

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  Cristiano Ronaldo made his first appearance on the field since the death of his son earlier this month in Manchester United's match against Arsenal on April 23. Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to the soccer field less than a week after announcing the heartbreaking death of his baby son. On April 23, the 37-year-old soccer great joined his Manchester United colleagues on the field for a match against Arsenal. Despite Ronaldo's goal 34 minutes into the game, United would go on to lose 3-1 to their opponents. Ronaldo reached a big milestone in his Premier League career with his latest goal: he scored his 100th goal. The sportsman commemorated the occasion by touchingly pointing to the sky, a gesture that some supporters mistook for a tribute to his son. Ronaldo later appeared to back up the claim by tweeting a snapshot of the incident with a red heart emoji. Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodrguez released a joint statement on April 18 in which they stated that their baby...

Zendaya and Tom Holland's Boston Outing Will Have Your Spidey Senses Tingling.

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Tom Holland kept Zendaya’s hands warm as the couple enjoyed some sightseeing in Boston over the weekend. By: Thato Mokoena     27 April 2022 Tom Holland is a gentleman in every sense of the word. On April 24, the Spider-Man: No Way Home actor and his girlfriend Zendaya were caught holding hands while exploring in Boston, Massachusetts, only days after their outing in New York City. Tom, 25, wore a T-shirt, pants, and a pair of Nike Air Max sneakers, while the Euphoria actress wore an oversized turtleneck sweater, grey pants, a brown Fendi crossbody bag, and white Nike sneakers. They were holding hands, and Tom put his girlfriend's hand in one of his pockets to keep it warm. The Malcolm & Marie actress is presently in Boston filming her new film Challengers with Josh O'Connor and Mike Faist, so it won't be the last time she visits. The weekend visit, however, was the latest in a series of outings for the couple, who made their relationship public last year. T...

On cotton fest stage, AKA and Da L.E.S reunite.

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  AKA and Da L.E.S Picture: Instagram By: Thato Mokoena   27 April 2022   AKA, a local rapper, went all out for his cotton fest performance, giving a show that people will remember for a long time. AKA appears to have smoked the piece pipe with Da L.E.S., another rapper. The rappers worked together on the smash tracks "Real Stuff" and "All Eyes on Me," which they performed live. Supa Mega came to Instagram to share a video clip of Da L.E.S joining him on stage, which he described as "heartwarming." AKA cited the lines "I was dreaming of the past... and my heart was beating fassst" in his caption. Pusha T's latest song "Dreaming Of The Past," which features Kanye West, contains the line. The two had had a long-standing bromance, but there was a fallout that caused them to stop hanging out together as much as they used to. The cause of the uproar is unknown, although there has been plenty of speculation. AKA has remain...

RIHANNA'S BABYSHOWER AND HER BABY DADDY'S ARREST

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Rihanna, the superstar singer billionaire and soon to be mother, and her rapper boyfriend A$AP Ferg Rocky  arranged a beautiful baby shower in Hollywood, complete with a rave theme and an all-star guest list. According to Hip Hollywood, the party which took place on Friday night, was kept extremely quiet, with participants being requested to keep their phones in locked pouches and not allowed to capture films or take photos. Guests were given commemorative tees with images of Rih and Rocky as youngsters on the front and the words "Rih and Rocky Rave Shower" on the back, as well as the slogan "I Went To Rih & Rocky's Rave Shower And All I Got Was This Amazing Shirt". The expecting couple is said to have decided against creating a gift registry. Despite A$AP Rocky's recent detention in Los Angeles, the baby shower went on. Fenty Beauty founder Rihanna previously revealed she was not planning a traditional baby shower , instead rather for everyone to "...

ADVOCATE TEFFO MALESELA IS ARRESTED!

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  Malesela Teffo, an attorney for four of the men accused of killing Senzo Meyiwa, was recently detained at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. The General Counsel of the Bar of South Africa (GCB) claims that the location, time, and manner of lawyer Malesela Teffo's detention gave the impression that he was being humiliated or, worse, intimidated and harassed. Teffo is the lawyer for four of the men accused of assassinating Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa, who was killed at his lover Kelly Khumalo's Vosloorus house in 2014. Teffo was detained by an investigating officer with the assistance of members of the Tactical Response Team, who are providing security throughout the trial after the Meyiwa murder trial was postponed on Thursday. The GCB's chairperson, advocate Craig Watt-Pringle, SC, expressed his displeasure at Teffo's arrest. Following the widely publicized arrest, Watt-Pringle said that police were sluggish to provide an explanation "for this affront to ...

SOWETO'S ELECTRICITY ISSUE

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Residents in Soweto have demanded that South African's electrical sector be overhauled, claiming that it is biased against the country's black working class. This is according to a new analysis from the Centre for Sociology Research and Practice (CSRP) on the country's energy racism. The CPRP is part of the University of Johannesburg's Department of Sociology (UJ). The study was done in the Soweto township and aimed to learn about the community's reactions, responses, and solutions to South African's issue. One of the main topics discussed was the cost of electricity and the possibility of introducing flat pricing. " They should stop placing pre-paid meters and provide us a flat fee", a resident suggested , adding that a monthly flat rate of R500 would suffice.  They cautioned that this should not lead to a situation in which prices continue to rise. "It should not be case that I pay R500 this month, R800 next month , and more than R1000 the follo...

DRIVER'S LICENSE RENEWAL

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Following repeated previous announcements to the contrary, Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has cautioned that the license renewal grace period, which expires next Thursday, 5 May, will not be extended again. Measures to make the renewal process easier for impacted drivers, according to Mbalula they are being implemented across the country. These include extending driving license testing centre hours till the end of the month and permitting walk-ins in regions that accept online bookings. The national Department of Transport is on schedule to produce excellent driver's licence cards. By April 2022, the congestion that existed between November between November 2021 and January 2022 will be gone. By September 2022, the renewal backlog caused by the COVID-19 pandemic grace period will be cleared.   In due course, the following regulation will take effect on the premise that they have their previous driving license cards, motorists who apply to renew their driving license cards before...