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Latest News in South Africa – Friday, 16 September 2022

Newsroom / September 16, 2022
  • Tshepo Thobane, the defence lawyer claimed a witness would say there was an argument before Meyiwa was shot.
  • Nick Cannon welcomes his 9th child, Onyx Ice Cole Cannon. 
  • Roger Federer announces his farewell tournament. 

Longwe Twala brought the gun that killed Meyiwa, but Kelly Khumalo pulled the trigger, says defence – TimesLIVE

Longwe Twala brought the pistol that fatally shot Senzo Meyiwa at the Khumalos’ Vosloorus house in October 2014, but Kelly Khumalo, Meyiwa’s lover, accidentally pulled the trigger, Shonisani Tshikalange reports for TimesLIVE.

“Cross-examining Meyiwa’s best friend, Tumelo Madlala, in the high court in Pretoria on Thursday, Thobane said there was a witness who would testify that there was a fight before Meyiwa was shot and people were heard arguing.” Read more here

Nick Cannon Just Welcomed His 9th Child – Huffington Post

On Thursday, Nick Cannon welcomed his 9th child, Onyx Ice Cole Cannon. 

“Once again Today I am in Awe of the Devine Feminine! God has given me and @MissLanishaCole the privilege of hosting an Angel here on earth. I vow to protect, provide, guide and love this child to the best of my abilities”, Cannon wrote on Instagram. Read more here

Roger Federer: Here’s why he retired and how much money he’s made during his career – Oh! My Mag

Roger Federer has built a name for himself in the tennis world by winning 20 grand slams. Now that he is 41 years old, he was chosen to retire.

The tennis great said in a message posted on his Twitter account that the Laver Cup would be his farewell tournament. According to The Guardian, Federer has had persistent knee difficulties over the last three years. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Jagersfontein tragedy deepens as electricity and drinking water systems found to be severely damaged – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: Blake Lively Is Pregnant, Expecting Baby No. 4 With Ryan Reynolds – E! News

Headline: Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend – The Guardian

Headline: Family loses everything in house fire allegedly sparked by load shedding – News24

Headline: Chrissy Teigen Reveals She Had an Abortion to ‘Save My Life for a Baby That Had Absolutely No Chance’ – Billboard

Weather: Hot with high risk of fires in parts of country – News24

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Senzo Meyiwa trial: Witness says Kelly Khumalo blocked police entrance to Senzo Meyiwa’s estate

Newsroom / September 15, 2022

Tumelo Madlala, the third state witness, is scheduled to appear in the trial of Senzo Meyiwa on Thursday. In October 2014, two intruders broke into Kelly Khumalo’s house and killed Meyiwa. Madlala, a close friend of Meyiwa was present in the Vosloorus house when he was killed. 

Today, Madlala might tesifty that defendant, Mthobisi Prince Mncube, was one of the intruders who broke into Kelly Khumalo’s house the night Meyiwa was murdered. 

Meyiwa murder co-accused ‘hints’ on who will be pointed out by state witness – Sowetan Live

State witness Tumelo Madlala identified the intruder as Bongani Sandiso Ntanzi. The accused in the case are Muzikawukhulelwa Sibiya, Bongani Sandiso Ntanzi, Mncube, Mthokoziseni Maphisa and Sifisokuhle Nkani Ntuli.

Meyiwa Murder Trial | Explosive testimony emerges – eNCA

Wednesday’s last hour of the trial of Senzo Meyyiwa was intense. The prosecutor, George Baloyi, attempted to bring fresh material to direct Tumelo Madlala’s cross-examination.

Senzo Meyiwa: Kelly Khumalo wouldn’t allow cops to access estate where Meyiwa lived, court hears – News24 

That evening, Meyiwa’s girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, allegedly refused to allow police into the estate where Meyiwa lived. The witness said she wanted the lights switched off when police managed to enter the estate anyway.

Senzo Meyiwa’s family accuses witness of lying – Scrolla

Tumelo Madlala, told the court he needed a crutch to walk around, but later during his testimony at Meyiwa’s murder trial, Madlala left many stunned when he said he carried his friend’s body to his BMW X6 model car after he was shot. This raised the question of how he would have been able to carry Meyiwa’ with a crutch. 

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Latest News in South Africa – Monday, 12 September 2022

Morning Newsletter, Newsroom / September 12, 2022
  • Eskom’s stage 3 load shedding to kick in on from Monday.
  • Elton Jantjies is accused of having an inappropriate affair with Springboks dietician, Zeenat Simjee.
  • Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott haven’t revealed the name of their baby boy yet. 

Eskom to reduce load shedding to Stage 3 on Monday morning – EWN

According to EWN,Eskom will reduce load shedding from stage 4 to stage 3 on Monday. Thereafter, load shedding stage 2 will be implemented from Tuesday until Friday.

“The power utility said it has recovered emergency generation reserves and pump storage dams are expected to be fully replenished by Monday.” Read more here

Update: Bok star, team dietician sent home after hotel tryst – News24 (for subscribers)

Elton Jantjies is once again in the news, this time for allegedly having an affair with the Springboks’ dietitian, Zeenat Simjee. 

Janjies did not stay in a hotel in Mbombela with the Springboks team. Instead, he stayed at a guesthouse with Simjee, according to News24.

Jantjies pampered Simjee and a buddy at a spa. In the evening, he and Simjee drank R2,000 bottles of Mot & Chandon Nectar and dined in the honeymoon suite’s romantic atmosphere.

According to Sport24, Springbok management said that although no team protocols were breached the pair would be returning home to “attend to these personal reports and to eliminate any distractions to the team’s preparations for the Test against Argentina.” Read more here

Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott Explain Why They Still Haven’t Shared ‘Wolf’s’ Real Name – Elle Magazine

Kylie Jenner appeared on The Late Late Show with James Corden on Thursday night to address the name of her second born baby, “Wolf”. 

“We haven’t officially legally changed the name,” Kylie said. “His name is still Wolf. His passport’s Wolf, but that isn’t gonna be his name. We’re just waiting.” Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Millions allocated for KZN flood relief, but little spent as close to 4 000 await temporary houses – News24

Headline: Prince Harry Shares Emotional Message Outside Windsor Castle – E! News

Headline: Oil leak forced Ricciardo out of Italian GP – Speedcafe

Headline: Fabulous Fiji power to Sevens World Cup victory in Cape Town – TimesLIVE

Headline: Nadia Jaftha wins big at DStv Content Creator awards, plus other winners – The Citizen

Weather: SA Weather, 12 September 2022 – SABC News

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Hot topic of the day: DA, ActionSA and FF Plus respond to News24’s question about the Phala Phala burglary

Newsroom / September 9, 2022

News24 asked several political parties to comment on the Phala Phala burglary in this week’s Friday Briefing. DA, ActionSA, and FF Plus were the only parties to answer to their request. In addition, they were entrusted with analysing what it would mean for the country if Parliament failed to carry out its oversight duties.

The following is a summary of what John Steenhuisen, Herman Mashaba, and Dr. Pieter Groenewald said.

John Steenhuisen, the leader of the DA, is of the opinion that nothing constitutionally prevents Cyril Ramaphosa from answering to Parliament, the first body to which he should account. 

Herman Mashaba, the head of ActionSA, says that it should not come as a surprise that Cyril Ramaphosa has decided not to comment on the events that transpired on his property. 

Meanwhile, the head of FF Plus, Dr. Pieter Groenewald, notes that there is no portfolio committee for the Presidency in Parliament, meaning that the president is not accountable via the committee system. 

Here’s a roundup of interesting opinions, analyses, and editorials:

Cyril Ramaphosa gives SA his version of Groundhog Day with Phala Phala – News24

John Steenhuisen | The truth about Phala Phala, Mr President, will set you free – News24 (for subscribers)

Herman Mashaba | By the horns of the sable antelope, Ramaphosa must be accountable for Phala Phala – News24 (for subscribers)

Pieter Groenewald | Ramaphosa must answer for Phala Phala but do ANC MPs have the political will? – News24 (for subscribers)

Jan Gerber | ANC’s deference to Ramaphosa on Phala Phala shows Zondo’s fears warranted – News24 (for subscribers)

Opinions Today – Friday, 9 September 2022

Newsroom / September 9, 2022

News24 asked several political parties to comment on the Phala Phala burglary in this week’s Friday Briefing. DA, ActionSA, and FF Plus were the only parties to answer to their request. In addition, they were entrusted with analysing what it would mean for the country if Parliament failed to carry out its oversight duties.

The following is a summary of what John Steenhuisen, Herman Mashaba, and Dr. Pieter Groenewald said.

John Steenhuisen, the leader of the DA, is of the opinion that nothing constitutionally prevents Cyril Ramaphosa from answering to Parliament, the first body to which he should account. Read more here (for subscribers)

Herman Mashaba, the head of ActionSA, says that it should not come as a surprise that Cyril Ramaphosa has decided not to comment on the events that transpired on his property. Read more here (for subscribers)

Meanwhile, the head of FF Plus, Dr. Pieter Groenewald, notes that there is no portfolio committee for the Presidency in Parliament, meaning that the president is not accountable via the committee system. Read more here (for subscribers)

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Latest News in South Africa – Thursday, 8 September 2022

Morning Newsletter, Newsroom, Uncategorized / September 8, 2022
  • Eskom has failed to recover the R10 million from Molefe’s pension fund.
  • Chelsea fires manager Tuchel after only seven games into the new season.
  • The woman who accused Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears of sexual assault has demanded their immediate arrest.

Brian Molefe has still not paid back the money, says Eskom’s pension fund – News24

According to Eskom’s pension fund, the former CEO of the power company, Brian Molefe, has not yet repaid the R10 million he owes.

Earlier, Eskom stated that it had recovered the R30 million it illegally paid to Molefe’s pension fund in 2016, News24 reports.

“The fund is opposing Mr Molefe’s application to ensure that he adheres to the July court order.” Read more here

Premier League heavyweights Chelsea announce shock sacking of manager Thomas Tuchel – News24

Chelsea fired manager Thomas Tuchel on Wednesday, only seven games into the season, after a humiliating 1-0 Champions League loss at Dinamo Zagreb.

“The London club said in a statement they had ‘parted company’ with the German, who led them to Champions League glory in 2021 and the Club World Cup crown earlier this year.” Read more here

Woman who filed child sex abuse suit reportedly calls for arrest of Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears – Complex

According to Complex, the woman who recently said she was suing Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears for child sex abuse because of a sketch is now reportedly calling for the comedians to be arrested “immediately.”

“This matter’s breadth and complexity require your jurisdictional powers and resources to tackle and end the stream [of] depravity committed by Haddish and Spears,” the statement read. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: EXCLUSIVE | Here’s the Sudanese millionaire – and his Gucci wife – who bought Ramaphosa’s buffalo – News24 (for subscribers)

Headline: Apple iPhone 14 offers camera upgrades, satellite feature – Business Tech

Headline: Shalulile shows class with late strike as Sundowns edge resolute Chippa – TimesLIVE

Headline: Humiliation for Liverpool as vibrant Napoli rip them to shreds – The Guardian

Headline: ‘Lord Of The Rings’ Cast Takes Strong Stance Against Racist Backlash – Huffington Post

Weather: Warm day for most of SA with fire warnings for parts of Northern Cape – News24

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Hot topic of the day: Is Kourtney Kardashian the right sustainability ambassador for BooHoo?

Entertainment, Newsroom / September 7, 2022

BooHoo, a fast fashion clothing brand, just named Kourtney Kardashian Barker as their sustainability ambassador for an exclusive collection launching September 13th.

“When boohoo first approached me with this idea that was all about sustainability and style, I was concerned about the effects of the fast fashion industry on our planet,” said Kardashian.

“There’s still lots of work to be done and improvements to be made, but I truly believe that any progress we can make when it comes to sustainability is a step in the right direction and will open up the conversation for future advancements,” Kardashian added.

Since Tuesday’s announcement on BooHoo’s Instagram page, the internet has been in a frenzy believing it must be a hoax.

Many have criticised Kourtney for her use of private jets and excessive water use during the drought, despite her belief that she can utilise her position to raise awareness and effect climate change.

Many social media users criticised BooHoo’s attempts to become more sustainable and the use of Kourtney Kardashian as the brand’s ambassador.

Here’s a roundup of interesting opinions, analyses, and editorials:

Internet calls out Kourtney Kardashian’s Boohoo ambassadorship – The Advertiser

Kourtney Kardashian mocked social media launching sustainable BooHoo collab – Daily Mail

Kourtney Kardashian Embarks on Sustainable Fashion Journey as the New Ambassador of BooHoo – People

Boohoo hires Kardashian in ‘sustainability’ role – Apparel Insider

Can celebrities really change the fast fashion industry? – Green Is The New Black

Image credit: BooHoo Instagram

Latest News in South Africa – Wednesday, 7 September 2022

Morning Newsletter, Newsroom / September 7, 2022
  • According to a witness, two men were seen loading Hillary Gardee’s body into a vehicle. 
  • Thomas Tuchel says his team lacks ‘the smell of blood’ after loss.
  • Kim Kardashian to host criminal justice podcast called “The System”.

Hillary Gardee murder: Witness saw two accused loading Gardee into a vehicle, court hears – News24

On Tuesday, the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court heard from a witness who saw two men carrying Hillary Gardee into a vehicle, News24 reports. 

According to Mkhaliphi, the witness saw Gama and Philemon Lukhele putting Hillary into one of Lukhele’s cars.

“It is unclear whether Hillary was alive or dead at the time. This is a serious offence. With the evidence we have, Gama was involved in disposing of the deceased.” Read more here

Chelsea ‘lacked smell of blood’ in dismal defeat in Zagreb, admits ‘angry’ Tuchel – The Guardian

Thomas Tuchel said after Chelsea’s 1-0 loss to Dinamo Zagreb that his team “lacked the smell of blood” and that he must find a way to fix their slow start to the season.

“I’m angry with myself and I’m angry with our performance,” said Tuchel. “This is a huge underperformance from all of us. It’s not precise enough, it’s not clinical enough, it’s not aggressive enough.” Read more here

Kim Kardashian Reveals Details About Her Upcoming True Crime Podcast – Huffington Post

Kim Kardashian is taking her passion for criminal justice reform to new heights. According to Huffington Post, Kim announced a podcast deal with Spotify back in 2020, and is now offering some hints about her upcoming series, which she is set to host.

“It’s called ‘The System’. The first season is about a really crazy case where a guy got the death sentence for a triple homicide that happened in Ohio.” Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Zuma’s push to prosecute downer Maughan an attack on media freedom – EWN

Headline: Fuel price decrease will have a positive knock-on effect for economy – EWN

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Headline: Justin Bieber cancels world tour, SA dates likely to be affected – TimesLIVE

Headline: The Rock Shares Viral Clip of Brendan Fraser’s Emotional Standing Ovation in Celebration of ‘Mummy Returns’ Co-Star – Complex

Headline: Uber Eats is morphing into a ‘virtual mall’, plans to add apparel and more to the app -Business Insider

Weather: Fine, warm day for most of SA – News24

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Latest News in South Africa – Monday, 5 September 2022

Morning Newsletter, Newsroom / September 5, 2022
  • Zandile Mafe requests a TV, coffee, and a kettle in the prison cell.
  •  Serena Williams wept as she thanked her family in an emotional post-match.
  • Tiffany & Co. releases a new ad campaign featuring Beyonce.

‘My lord, we have a problem’: Parliament fire accused demands coffee, a kettle and a TV – News24

Zandile Mafe, who is suspected of setting fire to the Parliament, is requesting coffee, a kettle, a flat-screen television, and a radio for his Pollsmoor Prison cell. News24 reports.

“He wants coffee, a kettle and a radio to listen to the news. After the matter, Godla, Mafe’s lawyer told the media that he also wants a flat-screen TV.

The article further states that Mafe is frustrated by the delays in his appeal of the denial of bail. Read more here

Serena Williams Thanks Her Sister Venus Williams After Finishing Her Final Match – Elle Magazine

According to Elle Magazine, Serena Williams played her last match on Friday evening and lost to Ajla Tomljanovi of Australia. The 23-time Grand Slam winner was interviewed after the match, but she mostly talked about how thankful she was for her family, especially her sister Venus Williams and her father Richard Williams, who taught both of his daughters how to play tennis.

“I wouldn’t be Serena if there wasn’t Venus, so thank you, Venus. She’s the only reason that Serena Williams ever existed.” Read more here

Beyoncé Partners With Tiffany & Co. for ‘LOSE YOURSELF IN LOVE’ Campaign – Billboard 

Tiffany & Co. surprised its fans on Friday by releasing a new ad campaign featuring Beyoncé.

On social media, the jewellery brand wrote, “LOSE YOURSELF IN LOVE.”

“Beyonce and Tiffany & Co. worked closely together and had the same idea for our new campaign. It shows that true love is only as strong as the love one has for themselves.” Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Malema says EFF will kiss frogs to reach its destination – News24

Headline: Connie Chiume, Bonko Khoza and Shaleen Surtie-Richards among 2022 Saftas winners – The Citizen

Headline: Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl Lets Tears Take Over At Taylor Hawkins Tribute – HuffPost 

Headline: All Blacks coach demands end to hot-cold form – SA Rugby

Headline: Chiefs held to goalless draw by AmaZulu at FNB Stadium – Sowetan LIVE

 

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Latest News in South Africa – Friday, 2 September 2022

Morning Newsletter, Newsroom / September 2, 2022
  • Government officials are concerned about xenophobic attacks at Kalafong hospital.
  • Venus and Serena Williams lose in the first round of the US open.
  • The Daily Show’s Trevor Noah honors his late grandmother who taught him patience. 

Operation Dudula harasses immigrants outside Kalafong hospital – Daily Maverick 

According to the Daily Maverick, members of Operation Dudula were present outside the Kalafong Provincial Tertiary Hospital in Tshwane, yelling at immigrant patients and staff. 

The police were there to enforce the court order issued by the Gauteng Department of Health last week in response to the threats.

“They greeted patients who were of a dark skin colour one by one, to check which language they spoke and to listen to their accent. The local language here is Tswana or Pedi. If they found that you don’t know those languages, they turned you away,” reported a security officer for the Daily Maverick. Read more here

‘Sorry we beat them’: Czech pair send Williamses into probable doubles retirement – The Guardian 

Venus and Serena Williams lost 7-6 (5), 6-4 to Lucie Hradecka and Linda Noskova of the Czech Republic in the first round of the US Open women’s doubles on Thursday night in front of a crowded Arthur Ashe Stadium, The Guardian reports. Read more here

‘She’s part of my daily show’ – Trevor Noah honours his late gogo Frances – African Insider

Trevor Noah, a South African-born comedian and host of The Daily Show, has gone to Instagram to honour his late grandmother Frances “Gogo” Noah and the teachings she taught him, African Insider reports. 

“I think she taught me not to allow the frustration of the moment to overwhelm the idea of progress over time. She’s part of my daily show; you can’t separate it from that,” said Trevor on Instagram. Read more here

Here are the top trending stories of the day. 

Headline: Road closures in parts of Cape Town amid public violence – News24

Headline: Parents of Enyobeni Tavern victims eye legal action to access postmortem report – EWN

Headline: Transfer deadline day: Premier League spending reaches record £1.9bn for summer window – BBC

Headline: Tsotetsi: Why Orlando Pirates should sign Erasmus instead of Tau – Goal

Headline: Jennifer Lopez Reveals Ben Affleck’s Wedding Speech – E! News

Weather: Fine, warm day, with fire warnings for parts of SA – News24

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