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- Feminism vs imbokodism: Thuli Madonsela tackles slogan controversy
Former Public Protector Professor Thuli Madonsela has waded into a generational feminist debate over whether describing women as “imbokodo” celebrates their power or dangerously normalises their suffering. Madonsela defended the liberation slogan “Wathint’ Abafazi, Wathint’ Imbokodo” during a Women’s Month address at the University of Mpumalanga this week, while acknowledging… Read more » - Free State legislature urged to probe ‘R20m’ Macufe budget
The Free State government is facing growing pressure to account for millions of rands earmarked for this year’s Macufe Festival, with events industry bosses demanding a legislative probe into the festival’s budget, procurement, artist fees and alleged failure to benefit local businesses. The festival kicked off on Thursday in Bloemfontein… Read more » - Kaizer Chiefs go back to Dobsonville boosted by return of Etiosa Ighodaro
Kaizer Chiefs are preparing to make their return to Dobsonville Stadium in Soweto this weekend, where they will face Siwelele FC in their next Betway Premiership fixture on Sunday evening. Kick-off is at 5:30pm. According to the club’s website, Chiefs fans have been starved of seeing Etiosa Ighodaro in full… Read more » - Xanti Pupuma proud of Milford FC graduate Mthetheleli Mthiyane
Milford FC coach and chairman Xanti Pupuma is beaming with pride as one of his club’s graduates, Mthetheleli Mthiyane, is making his mark in the PSL top flight at Orlando Pirates. Mthiyane spent two seasons with Milford FC, where he caught the eye of Stellenbosch FC. The midfielder became a… Read more » - Mohau Nkota makes sensational return to Orlando Pirates
Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq have announced that Mohau Nkota will be returning to Orlando Pirates on a season-long loan on Thursday. “Al Ettifaq approves Mohau Nkota joining Orlando Pirates on a season-long loan. Good luck, Notak,” the club said on its official social media post. Nkota joined Ettifaq… Read more » - Takealot changes its name for the first time in 15 years
Millions of delivery boxes will carry Takealot’s name in South Africa’s official languages in a bold celebration of the country’s people, cultures and shared identity. Cape Town, South Africa, 31 August 2026 – For the first time in its history, Takealot, South Africa’s leading online retailer, is changing the name… Read more » - ‘Let the ballot, not the bullet, decide’: IFP pleads after councillor killings
The killing of two Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) councillor candidates in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) within seven days has raised fresh concerns over political violence ahead of the 2026 local government elections, with the party calling for a specialised investigation into whether the attacks were politically motivated. IFP national spokesperson Mkhuleko Hlengwa… Read more » - Volkswagen Group Africa appoints Christiane Zorn as new managing director
Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has appointed Christiane Zorn as its new chairperson and managing director, as Martina Biene prepares to take up a senior position at Škoda Auto. Zorn, currently vice-president for the Overseas Region at Porsche AG, will assume leadership of VWGA on October 1, 2026, subject to the… Read more » - Why quitting smoking isn’t as simple as ‘just stop’
For years, smokers have been given one seemingly simple instruction – just quit. But for many people trying to break free from cigarettes, the reality is far more complicated. Stress, anxiety, depression, social environments, routines and nicotine dependence can all play a role in why people start smoking, and why… Read more » - New BMW iX3 launches in South Africa with 820km claimed range
BMW is launching its new-generation iX3 to South African media this week, marking the local arrival of the first production model developed under its Neue Klasse programme. The electric Sports Activity Vehicle introduces a new platform, design language, software architecture and sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology. It will initially be offered… Read more »
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