Xolile Mtembu

Digital Journalist, IOL News

90-day blitz: Government wants to 'crush' gender-based violence

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The South African government has initiated a 90-day blitz to combat the alarming rise of gender-based violence, but is it yet another promise that goes nowhere?

CRL Rights Commission chairperson Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva calls for registration and vetting of religious leaders

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Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva, chairperson of the CRL Rights Commission, emphasises the urgent need for a legislative framework to hold religious leaders accountable, following ...

UPDATE: Woman who was allegedly kidnapped for ransom of R3,000 returns home

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Zine Mtshayisa, 30, has arrived home safely after allegedly being kidnapped in La Mercy, KZN, shortly after leaving her place of work.

Former PAC president Luthando Mbinda convicted of fraud worth nearly R1 million

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Luthando Mbinda, the former president of the PAC, has been convicted of fraud amounting to nearly R1 million, marking a significant turn in the political landscape. ...

Durban's rainfall exceeds annual average just four months into 2025

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Durban has experienced an extraordinary deluge, surpassing its annual rainfall total within just four months of 2025, raising concerns for public safety and infrastructure. ...

BDS protests lead to removal of Star of David signage at Norwood Pick n Pay

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Activist groups demand Pick n Pay remove Israeli products from its shelves, citing ongoing violence in Palestine.

AfriForum and Solidarity attack Mcebisi Jonas' appointment as US envoy

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Solidarity and AfriForum voice strong opposition to Mcebisi Jonas' appointment as South Africa's Special Envoy to the US, questioning his ability to mend ties with ...

‘Yinkwenkwana’ - kutsho uKenny Kunene exelela uTrump ngoMalema

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UKenny Kunene ufanise uJulius Malema nenja ekhonkotha nje ingalumi phakathi kweentetho zikaDonald Trump ngeG20 eza kubanjelwa eMzantsi Afrika ngasekupheleni konyaka. ...

Two foreign nationals arrested by Anti-Gang Unit for possession of stolen goods and illegal firearm

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Two foreign nationals were arrested in Bloemfontein by the Anti-Gang Unit, uncovering a stash of suspected stolen goods and an unlicensed firearm, raising concerns ...

Nine arrested in Standerton drug raid as police seize BMWs, Mercs

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In a significant crackdown on drug operations, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu announces the arrest of nine suspects linked to clandestine labs in Mpumalanga.

Kenny Kunene tells Donald Trump Julius Malema is just a ‘small boy, a toy soldier and pest'

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Kenny Kunene, deputy president of the Patriotic Alliance, sharply criticises EFF leader Julius Malema, branding him a 'harmless pest' in response to Donald Trump's ...

Errol Musk backs Trump, says Ramaphosa asked for Elon Musk endorsement before 2024 elections

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Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk, shares his controversial views on South Africa's future and his son's role in addressing corruption, sparking discussions on race ...

PICS: Jacob Zuma celebrates 83rd birthday with MaKhumalo, MaNgema and MK Party supporters

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The former president turned 83 on Saturday and was surrounded by his wives MaKhumalo, MaNgema among others.

Impostor doctor detained at Eastern Cape hospital

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Security guards at Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital apprehend a man impersonating a doctor, raising alarms about safety in healthcare facilities.

Trump questions attending G20 summit in South Africa amid claims of 'white genocide'

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Trump's latest claims about South Africa's 'white genocide' and land grabs raise questions about his participation in the G20 summit.

Police arrest two men for horrific torture of minors at discipline camp

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Two men have been arrested by the SAPS for allegedly torturing underage children at a discipline camp in Secunda.

Women For Change demands national disaster status for gender-based violence and femicide

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Women For Change led a powerful march to the Union Buildings, urging the government to declare gender-based violence a national disaster.

Eastern Cape businessman arrested for R217,000 water tender fraud

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Thabo Caza, a businessman from the Eastern Cape, has been arrested and appeared in court over serious allegations of fraud related to a water tanker tender.

Capetonians willing to pay more for seawater toilet flushing

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Discover how a recent study reveals that Capetonians are willing to pay more for innovative seawater flushing solutions to tackle the city's water crisis

Tragic discovery: Body of missing KwaZulu-Natal woman found, suspected killer arrested

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After weeks of searching, the body of Coleen Thaver, a missing woman from KwaZulu-Natal, has been found, leading to the arrest of her alleged killer.

NPA reopens inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge

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The NPA announces the reopening of inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert John Mvumbi Luthuli and Mlungisi Griffiths Mxenge, following recommendations from the ...

Hawks arrest three for illegal trading of precious metals worth R10. 2 million

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Three individuals, including a father and son, have been arrested by the Hawks in Gauteng for allegedly trading precious metals.

Off-duty police officer shot dead during KwaZulu-Natal robbery

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n off-duty police officer was shot and killed during a brazen robbery in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal, as police launch a murder investigation.

Would Capetonians pay more for seawater toilet flushing?

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Discover how a recent study reveals that Capetonians are willing to pay more for innovative seawater flushing solutions to tackle the city's water crisis

Justice for Cwecwe | AfriForum demands apology from Police Minister Senzo Mchunu over Bergview College principal case

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AfriForum has accused National Police Minister Senzo Mchunu of remaining silent while ...