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Sol Phenduka apologises after jokes spark backlash during Tsontso Moselakgomo missing report

Podcaster Solomzi ‘Sol’ Phenduka has apologised after comments and jokes made while discussing the disappearance of Elizabeth ‘Tsontso’ Moselakgomo sparked backlash online. Also see: ‘Our society is slowly rotting’: Sol Phenduka speaks on Spring Day chaos The Podcast and Chill with MacG co-host faced criticism after a clip from the podcast circulated on social media, […]

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Former SABC sports journalist Owen Ndlovu found dead

Former SABC sports presenter and music-rights activist Owen Ndlovu, 54, has been found dead after he was allegedly hijacked and kidnapped in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, on the evening of Tuesday, 15 September 2026. His family confirmed his death earlier today, 16 September 2026. Also see: ‘Where’s the video?’: March and March leaders erupt over journalist’s claims […]

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Cyril Ramaphosa’s Kempton Park serial killings address sparks outrage

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s formal address regarding the serial murders of women across Ekurhuleni and Kempton Park has drawn fierce public backlash. Citizens and social media commentators are condemning the official state response as performative, delayed, and severely disconnected from the reality on the ground. Also see: Surging femicide and violent crime fuel growing petitions to […]

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Owen Ndlovu reportedly kidnapped at gunpoint in Katlehong

Former SABC sports presenter and music rights activist Owen Ndlovu has reportedly been kidnapped at gunpoint in Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, with police launching a manhunt for the suspects. Also see: 5 Face court after e-hailing driver allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted According to Central News, the incident reportedly happened at around 20:00 on Tuesday, 15 September […]

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Former Miss SA Lalela Mswane speaks out after alleged abduction attempt

Former Miss South Africa and Miss Supranational winner Lalela Mswane has spoken publicly about a frightening attempted abduction that left her traumatised and highlighted the dangers many women face in South Africa. Also see: Seventh woman found dead in East Rand amid growing murder probe Lalela Mswane details alleged abduction In a video shared on […]

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‘Podcast and Chill’ sparks outrage over Tsontso Moselakgomo murder comments

South African podcast Podcast and Chill with MacG has come under fire following clips from the show in which hosts were seen laughing while discussing the murder of Elizabeth ‘Tsontso’ Moselakgomo. Also see: Podcast and Chill host hit with R1 million lawsuit Tsontso, a 38-year-old mother and runner, disappeared after leaving her home in Rhodesfield, […]

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Kamo Bombe pens open letter to Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma amid GBV crisis

South African television presenter and entrepreneur Kamohelo ‘Kamo’ Bombe has penned an open letter to Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, calling for greater unity among women in the fight against gender-based violence. Also see: Who funds March and March? Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma provides answers In a post shared on social media, Bombe addressed Ngobese-Zuma directly, saying South African women need […]

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Cassper Nyovest comdemns violence after UJ campus shooting sparks public outrage

A brazen execution-style shooting outside the University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) Doornfontein campus has sparked widespread public outrage, with hip hop artist Cassper Nyovest leading online condemnation over the normalisation of daylight violence in South Africa. Also see: Cassper Nyovest gets the nod as a guest star in ‘Mr K.O and the members’ 10th anniversary celebration […]

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Tiger’s Milk says sorry after serial killers’ names appear in unisex toilets

Tiger’s Milk has apologised and removed the names of notorious killers from the walls of its unisex bathrooms after the décor sparked widespread backlash on social media. Also see: Thabo Bester’s trial delayed again as hearing pushed to 2027 The controversy began after a woman shared a video showing the names of convicted South African […]

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Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues as accused face further court scrutiny

The murder trial of former Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa continues at the High Court in Pretoria, with proceedings entering another crucial phase as the defence presents evidence in the long-running case. Also see: Senzo Meyiwa trial delayed yet again: SA upset The five men accused of murdering Meyiwa remain before the court. They are […]

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Musa Kekana alleges police suffocated him with a duvet and threatened to shoot him

Musa Kekana has told the Johannesburg High Court that police officers allegedly assaulted him, covered him with a duvet and threatened to shoot him during his arrest in April 2024. Also see: Musa Kekana to take the stand as Cat Matlala trial continues Musa, who is accused alongside alleged crime boss Vusimuzi ‘Cat’ Matlala and […]

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The shift from influence to ownership: How South Africa’s digital creators are building media empires

For the better part of a decade, South Africa’s creator economy operated on a straightforward transactional model. Digital talent cultivated online audiences across platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, subsequently monetising that attention through sponsored posts, brand ambassadorships, and gifted product placements. Also see: Top creators celebrated with awards and luxury prizes at DStv Content […]