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From Chart-Topping Vocals to Primetime Drama: Nomcebo Dot’s Commanding Acting Debut in ‘Amalanga Awafani’

In a seamless leap from the recording studio to the television screen, Grammy-winning South African songstress Nomcebo Dot has made a triumphant acting debut, captivating audiences with her portrayal of the resilient musician Nodoli in SABC1’s popular soapie, Amalanga Awafani. The highly anticipated episode, which aired on October 27, 2025, introduced Dot not as a guest…

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From the Court of Public Opinion to a Court of Law: Monique Muller’s Firearm Arrest Reignites Past Scandals

In a dramatic twist that reads like a true-crime thriller, Monique Muller, the 29-year-old former partner of renowned South African television host Katlego Maboe, finds herself at the center of a new legal storm. Muller was arrested in a police raid in the Ravensmead area of Cape Town, an operation targeting individuals with alleged links…

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A Shot of Hope: South Africa’s Historic Approval of Twice-Yearly HIV Injection Marks a New Dawn

In a monumental stride towards ending the HIV epidemic, South Africa has boldly stepped into a new era of prevention by approving Lenacapavir, a revolutionary long-acting injectable that provides robust protection against the virus with just two shots a year. This landmark decision by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) positions the nation—which…

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A Single Tweet Ignites a Firestorm: FNB’s Private Wealth Service Faces Public Reckoning

What began as a frustrated tweet from a prominent sports broadcaster has escalated into a full-blown public relations crisis for First National Bank (FNB), revealing the perceived shortcomings of its premium Private Wealth service and sparking a fierce debate about the state of South African banking. On October 27, Motshidisi E. Mohono, a well-known figure…

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A Critical Crossroads: Parliament Initiates Public Process to Appoint New Lottery Chair Amid Reform Push

Parliament has taken a decisive step towards appointing a new chairperson for the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), a move that signals a potential turning point for an institution grappling with profound governance challenges. This follows the decision of the incumbent chair, Professor Barney Pityana, to retire at the end of the year, concluding a tenure…

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Shifting Gears: How a ‘Perfect Storm’ Drove Porsche’s Profits to a Near Standstill

The engine of Porsche’s financial performance, long a symbol of high-octane profitability in the luxury auto world, has sputtered dramatically in 2025. In a development that has sent shockwaves through the industry, the German sports car manufacturer reported an unprecedented 99 per cent collapse in operating profits through the first nine months of the year,…

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