Over 500 miners are allegedly being held captive underground by armed members of a union at the GoldOne mine in Modder-East, prompting calls for Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe to intervene. Meanwhile, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas) has terminated the contract of CEO Andile Nongogo amid allegations of impropriety, and AfriForum has claimed victory in its dispute over a planned R50 million donation to Cuba. In other news, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has launched preparations for the 2024 national and provincial elections, while Showmax’s latest reality dating show “Bae Without Borders” has generated significant social media buzz.
An ongoing hostage crisis at the GoldOne mine in Modder-East, Springs, on Johannesburg’s East Rand has left over 500 miners allegedly held captive underground by armed members of the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) since Sunday night. The situation remains tense, and many concerned voices have urged Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe to intervene.
After allegations of impropriety regarding the appointment of direct payment service providers, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas) board has terminated the contract of CEO Andile Nongogo. Nsfas board chairperson Ernest Khosa announced the decision during a presentation to Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa).
AfriForum has claimed victory after the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) dismissed the Department of International Relations and Cooperation’s (Dirco) attempt to appeal an interdict to stop their planned R50 million donation to Cuba. The protracted dispute over the significant donation has attracted a great deal of attention.
Parliament has launched an investigation into allegations of sexual assault against Deputy Health Minister Sibongiseni Dhlomo. The accusations emerged when a parliamentary staff member claimed harassment by Dhlomo at the minister’s residence in Rondebosch, Cape Town, on September 5.
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has unveiled plans for the 2024 national and provincial elections, including the official logo and theme, “Your democracy – Own it.” The IEC’s preparations include over 23,296 voting stations throughout the country, ready to host millions of eligible voters.
In the ongoing trial surrounding the murder of Senzo Meyiwa, defense lawyers have cross-examined police officer Colonel James Hadebe. Hadebe testified as a witness in a trial within a trial to determine the admissibility of confession statements and warning statements by all five defendants in the main trial.
The East London Regional Court has denied an application by Enyobeni Tavern owners Siyakhangela and Vuyokazi Ndevu to have charges against them dismissed. The couple is accused of contravening the Liquor Act for allegedly selling alcohol to underage children and coercing employees to engage in illegal activities.
Quinton de Kock’s century led South Africa to an impressive 149-run victory over Bangladesh in Mumbai, elevating them to second place in the Cricket World Cup standings. Bangladesh struggled to reach the 383-run target and ultimately fell short at 233.
Following Molefi Ntseki’s dismissal as Kaizer Chiefs head coach, speculation about potential replacements has begun. One possibility is interim head coach Cavin Johnson, who recently took over as Head of Youth and Development academy.
Showmax’s latest reality dating show, “Bae Without Borders,” has generated significant buzz on social media since its premiere. Produced by POP24, the show follows four South African women and twelve Nigerian men as they search for romance.
Over 500 miners are allegedly being held captive underground by armed members of a union, prompting calls for intervention by Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe.
Nsfas terminated the contract of Andile Nongogo amid allegations of impropriety regarding the appointment of direct payment service providers.
AfriForum claimed victory in its dispute with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) over a planned R50 million donation to Cuba after the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed Dirco’s attempt to appeal an interdict.
Parliament is investigating allegations of sexual assault against Deputy Health Minister Sibongiseni Dhlomo after a parliamentary staff member claimed harassment at the minister’s residence in Rondebosch, Cape Town.
Showmax’s new reality dating show, “Bae Without Borders,” follows four South African women and twelve Nigerian men as they search for romance, and has generated significant buzz on social media since its premiere.
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