Former ex-president, Jacob President has been granted permission to attend his brother’s funeral today. The Department of Correctional Services approved his compassionate leave after receiving Zuma’s application on Tuesday. According to The Citizen, Zuma’s leave was approved as he is considered a “short-term, low-risk classified inmate”. Zuma is currently serving a 15-month sentence for contempt of court.
The Miss SA organisation has confirmed that no special treatment was given to Shudufhadzo Musida when she graduated from Wits University earlier this week. Musida was called out on social media after posting a video showing that she physically received her honours degree in international relations by vice-chancellor Prof Zeblon Vilakazi. Musida released a statement saying that she had attended a talk on mental health at Wits after graduating virtually. She then took the images and videos and posted them to social media.
Here are the top trending stories and highlights for today:
Top News
Police stations on high alert following intelligence that ‘instigators’ may attack – News24
Pfizer’s Cape Town Deal to Produce 100 Million Vaccine Doses for Africa – Bloomberg
ANC KZN distances itself from ‘Free Jacob Zuma’ marches, motorcades in the province – News24
Sports
Orlando Pirates reveal home and away kit for 2021-22 season – Goal
Football rumours: Robert Lewandowski attracts interest from Chelsea – The Independent
Olympics opening ceremony director dismissed on eve of event – BBC
Lifestyle
Covid-19 jab does not instantly protect you – here’s how long it takes to kick in – Times Live
Creamy cinnamon quinoa porridge – Fresh Living
Let’s Debunk The Idea That Men Are Born To Chase Women – Medium
Entertainment
Belly Joins Forces With The Weeknd and Young Thug on ‘Better Believe’: Watch – Billboard
‘The Office’ Co-Stars Discuss Backstory of ‘No God, Please No’ Meme – Complex
Watch This Viral TikTok Singer Blow Minds In The Most Unexpected Place – Huffington Post
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