Pontsho Mabena
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Best Of Video: The Week That Was
This week got South Africans into the vibe, as they heard singer Beyoncé will be coming out for the Global Citizen Festival. Jacob Zuma hired a new lawyer for his upcoming court case, and World Population Day had us reflecting on the people of Mzansi. As flu season is upon us, we looked into whether people are misusing antibiotics. Enough reading — enjoy the videos. 1. Global Citizen Festival SA… → Read More
Best Of Videos: The Week That Was
Catch up on your week's events. → Read More
WATCH: Best Of Video – The Week That Was, ICYMI
Catch a recap of the best video content in the week that was. → Read More
Best Of Videos: The Week That Was
Here are some highlights from the week that was. → Read More
'Five Fingers For Marseilles': A Compelling South African Western
We have the stories; now it's time to showcase them. 'Five Fingers For Marseilles' does that well. → Read More
Review: The Dawn Of The Camera Era For Mobile Phones
It gets clearer with time. → Read More
Could VBS Mutual Bank Have Been Rescued Earlier?
The South African Reserve Bank put VBS under curatorship on Sunday in an attempt to assist the Venda-based bank with its liquidity issues. Political analyst Khaya Sithole breaks down how the bank got... → Read More
REVIEW: Samsung S9 – The First Mixed Impressions
Meet the Samsung S9. → Read More
Dear President Ramaphosa: Here's How To Make That Tummy Fall
President Cyril Ramaphosa is an avid exerciser – known for his morning walks, just like those former president Nelson Mandela used to enjoy in the morning. On Tuesday the president took a walk from Gugulethu to Athlone in Cape Town, where he was joined by members of the community. > Walking hand in hand with the President of South Africa and getting to watch & also listen to him share… → Read More
WATCH: 'Ramaphosa Needs To Take The Country Into His Confidence'
Cyril Ramaphosa is keeping SA waiting as he negotiates President Zuma's exit. Wits University political analyst Susan Booysen explains what's on the line. → Read More
Single No More, Bixby Is My Girl
Don't buy her roses, buy her data. → Read More
IN PICTURES: Walkabout With Newly Elected ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa and ANC treasurer-general Paul Mashatile strolled with Nasrec to visit small business vendors → Read More
Editor's Choice: Best Videos Of The Week That Was
Here are some of the best videos of the week. → Read More
Fathers Are Excited For The 10 Days Of Paternity Leave
A bill was passed in Parliament that would allow fathers of a newborn to have 10 days parental leave. The private member's Labour Laws Amendment Bill, proposed by ACDP MP Cheryllyn Dudley, aims to give fathers the opportunity to take paternity leave. Fathers find this to be to be a step forward in building better relationships with their children and partners. → Read More
Jacques Pauw Book Launch Leaves Everyone In The Dark
The venue was filled up from top to bottom with people waiting to hear Pauw speak. → Read More
Sarah Kozlowski To Star In Soccer-Themed 'The Agent'
South Africans first got to know actress Sarah Kozlowski as unstable sex-tape blackmailer Pam in 'Isidingo', but she was also in e.tv's 'Jongo', as well as 'Tholo' and 'Bone Of My Bones' on SABC. Now... → Read More
WATCH: The Life And Times Of Mangosuthu Buthelezi As He Steps Down As Inkatha Freedom Party President
Some highlights from the IFP leader's political career. → Read More
Editor's Choice: HuffPost's Best Videos Of The Week That Was
Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba gave his first mid-term budget speech, and Shekhinah gives us a look into her softer side. Here are videos of the week. → Read More
WATCH: Julius Malema -- 'Didi Does Not Like Nkosazana'
Malema yesterday gave his views of the politics of South Africa. Here are three moments he spilled the beans. → Read More
Cabinet Reshuffle: 'This Is A Declaration Of War' As Parties Reel From The Changes
"Zuma should have reshuffled himself, it would have been nicer," says Julius Malema → Read More