Feinberg-Mngomezulu shatters record as Boks thrash Argentina

images: The independent  Feinberg-Mngomezulu  by Lwandiso Simanga Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu delivered a performance for the ages as South Africa overpowered Argentina 67-30 in a high-octane Rugby Championship clash at Kings Park. The 22-year-old flyhalf scored a remarkable 37 points, including a hat-trick of tries, to eclipse Percy Montgomery’s 2007 record of 35 points in a single Test. The contest began…

Libbok’s kicking revival boosts Springbok confidence

image: Springbok/X by Lwandiso Simanga  Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok’s renewed confidence with the boot has been one of the most encouraging storylines in the national camp ahead of Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash with Argentina in Durban. For years, Libbok’s goal-kicking woes have drawn scrutiny, with missed opportunities on the biggest stages leaving fans frustrated. Yet…

Minister gives warning as Operation Dudula targets schools

 Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube has warned Operation Dudula against disrupting schools image: Internet by Kelebogile Matlou Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube has warned Operation Dudula members that they will face the full force of the law if they seek to interrupt schools in South Africa. The warning comes as the anti-migrant organization…

NLTC opposes the alcohol Ad ban, in demand of lasting solutions

image: Internet by Kelebogile Matlou Deputy President Paul Mashatile recently expressed concerns about the problem of youth substance abuse in South Africa, but the National Liquor Traders Council (NLTC) has opposed the concept of banning alcohol advertising as a way to reduce it. The discussion follows the introduction of the Liquor Amendment Bill in Parliament,…

Ousmane Dembele wins ballon d’Or as PSG clinch historic season

images: Supersport  Ousmane Dembele by Lwandiso Simanga  Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele was awarded the Ballon d’Or on Monday, recognizing his decisive role in PSG’s Champions League triumph last season. Spain’s Aitana Bonmati secured the women’s prize for the third consecutive year. Dembele, 28, edged out Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal to succeed Manchester City midfielder…

Government commits R1 Trillion to infrastructure over the next three years

image: SABC Deputy President Paul Mashatile announces the government’s R1 trillion infrastructure investment to drive growth and improve services by Kelebogile Matlou Deputy President Paul Mashatile announced the national government’s intention to invest R1 trillion in infrastructure over the next three years during his keynote address at today’s MinMEC meeting in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.  Mashatile…

Masemola: “Mchunu Was Angry Over Arrests in Councillor Mabhida Murder Case”

General Masemola poking PTTK interference to Mchunu. (Supplied) by Mathipa Phishego National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola has told the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry that suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu reacted with anger after police arrested two suspects linked to the killing of Mandeni councillor Phendukani Mabhida. Masemola described the incident as unprecedented in his…

PA Clears Kenny Kunene of Wrongdoing After Independent Probe

Kenny Kunene was found clean after PA’s independent investigation. (CoJ) by Mathipa Phishego Patriotic Alliance (PA) deputy president Kenny Kunene has been officially cleared of wrongdoing following an independent investigation into his links with murder-accused businessman Katiso “KT” Molefe, earlier this week. The probe, conducted by law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, found that Kunene’s presence…