Xi Jinping’s Pakistan visit to officially launch CPEC Phase-II

by Mathipa Phishego Chinese President  Xi Jinping is set to visit Pakistan for the official launch of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) Phase-II. A major milestone in bilateral relations and regional connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The visit is expected to deepen strategic, political, and economic ties between the two nations while reaffirming…

Xi Jinping and BRICS leaders

KPop Demon Hunters officially becomes the most viewed movie of all time on Netflix

image: Internet by Nosipho Mnyandu When most people think of animated movies, they often associate them with children’s entertainment. But KPop Demon Hunters, the newly released animated musical action film by Sony Pictures Animation, is changing that narrative. The film has officially become the most viewed movie of all time on its streaming platform Netflix,…

Orlando Pirates secure narrow win amid injury concerns for Mofokeng

image: SA Updates by Lwandiso Simanga  Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has confirmed that the club is still awaiting a full medical assessment on star midfielder Relebohile Mofokeng, who picked up an injury during the MTN8 semi-final over the weekend. Mofokeng missed Pirates’ 1-0 Betway Premiership victory over newcomers Orbit College at Orlando Stadium…

“Your English teacher and gym teacher are getting married”: Taylor Swift on her engagement to Travis Kelce

image: Internet by Nosipho Mnyandu Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially engaged. This comes after the 35-year-old pop superstar took to social media to share stunning images of herself and her lover. After years of singing about love dynamics and speaking into existence her relationship, Taylor has finally found what she has been yearning…

Botswana declares Public Health Emergency amid widespread drug shortage

by Mathipa Phishego Botswana has declared a national public health emergency following a critical shortage of essential medicines and surgical supplies. With hospitals across the country suspending non-urgent procedures and patients unable to access life-saving treatments. President Duma Boko, addressing the nation earlier this week acknowledged the severity of the crisis and announced urgent measures…

Botswana president Duma Boko addressing the nation.

Two detectives probing Dj Sumbody’s case are threatened

by Mathipa Phishego Two detectives investigating Oupa Sefoka’s known as Dj Sumbody murder case were allegedly threatened by a senior police official, family, and friends of the suspect. The detectives reportedly had threatened on their way from court sessions in Vereeniging, Gauteng. These detectives hold other high-profile cases after the one of Dj Sumbody. According…

South African Police Services on training

National Gambling Board warns against illegal online gambling sites

image: Internet by Kelebogile Matlou The National Gambling Board (NGB) has raised concern about the growing surge in illegal online gambling in South Africa, warning citizens to avoid unlicensed websites as enforcement efforts intensify. The move, announced in collaboration with Provincial Licensing Authorities (PLAs) and law enforcement agencies, comes amid a sharp increase in unlawful…

Acsa powers up resilience with Fuel Security and Big Upgrades

Acsa CEO Mpumi Mpofu says jet fuel storage has been increased to 10 days to prevent supply disruptions image: MyBroadBandby Kelebogile Matlou Airports Company South Africa (Acsa) is positioning itself as a more resilient and future-ready organisation by investing heavily in fuel security and infrastructure upgrades. Speaking at the release of the company’s financial results…