- Ramaphosa addresses energy, economic concerns.
- Connie Ferguson on casting of ex-husband Neo Matsunyane.
- Kaizer Chiefs relish victory over highflying Royal AM.
Ramaphosa: fixing SA an ‘enormous’ task, set back by shortage of govt resources – EWN
EWN reported that when addressing the ANC delegates at a two-day conference on Sunday, President Ramaphosa expressed concern over the lack of government resources to address the numerous socio-economic concerns facing the country. Ramaphosa stated that fixing the nation’s escalating energy issue remained a top concern, as load shedding continued to impede economic growth. He stated that there were no intentions to shut down all coal-fired power plants. Read more here
‘Neo is a brilliant actor’ – Connie Ferguson dismisses concerns about casting her ex-hubby in ‘Kings of Jo’Burg’ – African Insider
Connie Ferguson, a South African actress, rejected concerns regarding the casting of her ex-husband, actor and director Neo Matsunyane, in the newly-released second season of Kings of Jo’burg. Ferguson was interviewed on the Bongani Bingwa radio programme on 702. “First of all, I’m not the casting director. Some decisions are made independently. With that said, Neo is a brilliant actor, he’s a brilliant performer and he suited the role perfectly, so why not cast Neo and why is there a point of controversy?” said Ferguson. Read more here
Saile looks the real deal, sets up goal as Kaizer Chiefs dethrone Royal – TimesLIVE
The margin of Kaizer Chiefs’ first victory over Royal AM should have been considerably larger; they should have exacted payback for last season’s devastating 4-1 loss. Sifiso Hlanti’s header (60th minute) from a Keagan Dolly free-kick and a tap-in by Ashley Du Preez (85th) following a lovely low cross from the right by debutant Christian Saile led them to a 2-0 victory in Sunday’s DStv Premiership encounter at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. Read more here
Here are the top trending stories of the day.
Headline: EFF plans national shutdown to protest load shedding, call for Ramaphosa to resign – News24
Headline: Zuma Corruption Trial | Judge Koen to decide on recusal – eNCA
Headline: Djokovic wins Australian open to equal Nadal’s 22 slam titles – EWN
Headline: WATCH | Siya Kolisi’s epic journey celebrated where it all began – Herald Live
Headline: Back to the drawing board, Babes – Scrolla
Weather: Monday’s weather: Warnings for heavy rain, flooding in several provinces – News24
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