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ANC will support DA’s bid to have Mkhwebane axed – source
The DA’s call for the public protector’s head has been backed by the SA Communist Party – a sure sign that the ruling ANC will follow suit, a source says.
The likely impeachment of Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane as a result of an initiative from the Democratic Alliance (DA) highlights one important thing: the opposition leads and the governing party follows.
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Ekurhuleni waste workers ‘labouring under risky, hazardous conditions’
‘We work overtime, without ablution facilities to wash and change. We work without dust masks and other protective clothing. There is no medical aid, funeral cover, increase in salaries.’
Government
Emalahleni probe into nepotism a farce, laughable – Sanco
Six beneficiaries of the municipality’s traffic training programme are related to top provincial and municipal executives, but the report found nothing untoward.
Editorials
Speedsters need to be taught a lesson
It is important that this case results in a successful prosecution for reckless driving, not for merely breaking the speed limit.
Editorials
Root out the culture of blatant ANC nepotism
The deployment of ANC cadres – based on loyalty or family connections – is the reason so many incompetent people litter the civil service.
Columns
The opposition parties are sleeping on the job
Not even the always trigger-ready Red Berets are capitalising on the dire state of affairs to position themselves as a government in waiting.
Columns
Relax, rats, the cats are focused on the dog
Even though Charles is an adorable, cuddly 50kg puppy, the cats still terrorise him at times because, well, they can.
General
SANDF on back foot despite high Global Firepower ranking – experts
On paper, the SANDF had an ‘exceptionally’ good combined armed force, but its actual operational strength was growing steadily worse, an expert said.
Government
Deputy minister might have to pay back ‘S&T lobola money’
Bogopane-Zulu allegedly offered to take a clerk on international trips to get government’s S&T allowance so he could save up money to pay lobola for her niece.
Parliament
ANC will support DA’s bid to have Mkhwebane axed – source
The DA’s call for the public protector’s head has been backed by the SA Communist Party – a sure sign that the ruling ANC will follow suit, a source says.
Fitness and health
Why you should be doing functional training
Choose one exercise or stretch to do every morning and every night. Your body will thank you.
Columns
Poverty is a crime that seems to give licence to commit other crimes
It was heartbreaking to realise that several school pupils we were trying to help apparently couldn’t resist stealing from us.
Fitness and health
What you need to know about hearing loss
Consider regular hearing tests if you work in a noisy environment as this can provide early detection of hearing loss.
Mgosi Ex-Chiefs midfielder falls victim to phone cloning
Just a couple of days after signing with Sabail FK in Azerbaijan, former Kaizer Chiefs and Sabah FC midfielder Hendrick Ekstein got his phone numbers cloned as people started asking for money from his friends and family.
Local News Pietermaritzburg municipal debt nearing R4bn mark
A DA member said the spiralling debt was the end result of selective billing of city customers, a move which he insisted was based on political considerations.
Protests TUT ‘national shutdown’ still on cards
TUT spokesperson Willa de Ruyter said the university was still engaging student leaders to address the issues raised in order to avert any shutdown.
World Tennis Federer stages great escape to reach Australian Open semis
The Swiss legend saved no less than seven match points!
Mgosi Sundowns accused of crippling other teams
One top coach in the Absa Premiership has whispered into the ear of Phakaaathi, detailing his unhappiness at his counterpart Pitso Mosimane and his Mamelodi Sundowns management, accusing them of crippling other teams because they cannot stand competition.
Mgosi Pirates keeping an eye on Highlands Park pair
Orlando Pirates are said to have added Highlands Park’s duo of Sphiwe Msimango and Ryan Rae to the list of defenders they are closely monitoring, Phakaaathi has heard.
Crime Two KwaZulu-Natal correctional services officials shot dead in ‘domestic dispute’
Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola has conveyed condolences to the families and loved ones of the two officials.
Motoring News New Volkswagen Caddy previewed in clearest drawing to date
Passenger derivative is depicted with a panoramic glass-roof which Volkswagen claims will be “the largest in the segment”.
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Government
Deputy minister might have to pay back ‘S&T lobola money’
World Auschwitz survivors sound alarm 75 years after liberation
Crime Notorious Durban ‘drug kingpin’ found with gold-plated AK47
World WATCH: BBC under fire after mistaking LeBron James for Kobe Bryant
World Portuguese hacker identified as source of Luanda Leaks
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Emalahleni probe into nepotism a farce, laughable – Sanco
Six beneficiaries of the municipality’s traffic training programme are related to top provincial and municipal executives, but the report found nothing untoward.
Phakaaathi
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Johnson’s suspension fuels Leopards exit rumours
Black Leopards have revealed that they have suspended their coach Cavin Johnson.
Sport
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Federer stages great escape to reach Australian Open semis
The Swiss legend saved no less than seven match points!
Lifestyle
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Japanese chef makes history as he joins France’s Michelin elite
Only some 130 restaurants worldwide hold the prestigious guide’s highest distinction.
Business
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Eskom says Nersa ‘artificially’ deducted billions in revenue from tariff
Eskom argued that Nersa’s decision to disallow the equivalent of the government bailout of R69 million for the three financial years was unjustifiable and irrational.
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Speedsters need to be taught a lesson
It is important that this case results in a successful prosecution for reckless driving, not for merely breaking the speed limit.
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Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls is accepting applications for 2021
OLWAG is offering scholarships for the 2021 academic year and here’s how to get your girl into the school.
Motoring
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Peugeot’s new commercial Partner revealed
Partner boasts an overall length of 4.75 m and wheelbase of 2.16 m, which Peugeot claims translates to a loading capacity of 4.40m3 and a payload of exactly 1 000 kg.
World
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Millions quarantined as China scrambles to halt virus
China’s immigration agency has also asked citizens to delay international travel to stop the virus from spreading elsewhere overseas.
