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3147352	有图 <p> Bhuna curry is known for its rich and aromatic flavours that come from slow-cooking spices until they blend perfectly with the main ingredients. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1500-x-1000-1500-x-1000-px-1500-x-1000-px-1500-x-1000-px-1500-x-1000-px-1-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Beef and mushroom bhuna curry. Picture: Supplied </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Among the myriad of bhuna variations, beef and mushroom bhuna curry stands out for its robust taste and satisfying texture, making it a favourite for those who enjoy hearty meals.</p><p>Prep Time: 30 minutes</p><p>Cook Time: 1 hour30 minutes<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Course: Culinary Collection</p><p>Cuisine: Indian</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Recipe of the day: Breakfast portabellos with soft boiled eggs, crispy kale andHollandaise </p> </p> </p><p>Serves: 6 </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Skeem Saam’ gears up for season 14 with new faces and the return of fan favourites</p>Ingredients1kgstewing beef on the bone,cut into chunky pieces2largeonionsdiced1tbspfresh ginger,grated4cloves of garlic,grated6cardamom pods6bay leaves4cinnamon sticks½tspfenugreek seeds1tbspmedium curry powder1tspgaram masala1tspground coriander1tspground cumin1tspKashmiri chilli powder1tspground turmeric4large tomatoesdiced6large Portobello mushroomscut into chunky wedges 2cupsbasmati rice3cupswater2tspsaltFresh coriander leavesto serveRoti or naanto serveOlive oilfor cookingSalt and pepperto taste<gwmw></gwmw><p>ALSO READ: Recipe of the day: Roasted hake on tomato and mushroom lentils</p>Method:Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large Dutch oven.Season the beef pieces with salt and pepper.Brown the pieces of beef in batches.Remove and set aside.Add the onions to the pot and cook until soft.Add the ginger, garlic, and all of the spices.Cook for a minute or two until very fragrant.Add the tomatoes.Cook for a minute until the tomatoes begin to break down.Add the beef to the pan along with 1 cup of water.Stir to mix everything.Cover with a tight lid and simmer over low heat for 1-2 hours, depending on the cut of beef, until tender.If the curry begins to look a little dry while cooking, top up with water.This type of curry is meant to have a very thick, well-reduced sauce.While the curry is cooking, add the rice to a medium-sized pot.Pour in the water and salt.Bring to a boil.Cover with a lid and turn the heat down to a low simmer.Cook for 13 minutes, until all of the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.Remove from the heat and leave for another 5 minutes.Fluff the rice with a fork and keep warm until serving.When the beef has about 30 minutes to go, add the chunky portobello mushrooms and mix.Finish the cooking until the beef is tender and the portabellos are cooked through and have absorbed the curry flavour.Taste to adjust seasoning.Serve the curry on the fluffy basmati rice with fresh coriander and some warm roti on the side.<gwmw></gwmw><p>Recipe supplied by: mushroominfo.co.za</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Budget recipes food recipe recipe of the day </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Lifestyle Recipe of the day: Breakfast portabellos with soft boiled eggs, crispy kale andHollandaise <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Lifestyle Recipe of the day: Open party pies <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Food And Drink Recipe of the day: Roasted hake on tomato and mushroom lentils <footer> 4 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Food And Drink Recipe of the day: Golden garden spritz cocktail <footer> 6 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Recipe of the day: Beef and mushroom bhuna curry \| The Citizen	查看 4613	《公民报》	2025-05-19 14:45:00 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147351	有图 <p> They are accused of playing a role in the irregular approval and establishment of a Denel Asia joint venture between 2014 and 2018. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Lungisani-Daniel-Mantsha.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Former Denel senior officials Lungisani Daniel Mantsha and Zwelakhe Nhlanganiso Ntshepe. Picture: X / @RSA_JCPS</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Two former Denel senior officials have been given time to study the docket before their next appearance in court for corruption </p><p>Former Denel Board of Directors Chairperson,Lungisani Daniel Mantsha and his co-accused Zwelakhe Nhlanganiso Ntshepe, a former Group Chief Executive Officer, appeared in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crime Court last week.</p>Docket<p>Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) Henry Mamothame said the matter was postponed to 30 July 2025.</p><p>“The case was postponed for them to familiarise themselves with the contents of the docket and compare it to the docket disclosures provided by the state in a USB, to that of the original docket, prior to the start of the trial.</p><p>“Their R30 000 bail was extended and they are expected back in court when the matter resumes,” Mamothame said. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Free State asbestos trial: State accused of ruining life of Magashule’s ex-PA Moroadi Cholota </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Former top Denel officials granted bail in corruption case</p><p> </p><p> </p>Charges<p>Mantsha and Ntshepe are accused of being involved in the irregular approval and establishment of the Denel Asia Joint Venture between VR Laser South Africa (VRLSA) and the private Hong Kong company Denel Asia.</p><p>Mamothame said the duo allegedly disregarded a directive by the finance minister stipulating that all transactions relating to Denel should be subject to the approval of the finance and public enterprises ministers.</p><p>“This was following the finance minister issuing a guarantee to Denel in the amount of R1.8 billion. They are also accused of receiving gratification for their alleged involvement in facilitating the deal.</p><p>“It was further discovered that confidential information relating to the affairs of the Board of Directors was disclosed between July 2014 and May 2016,” Mamothame said.</p><p> </p>Denel<p>Mamothame said there were further discoveries of disregard for the Public Finance Management Act stipulations by allegedly awarding bursaries without the required authority to do so.</p><p>Denel, a South African state-owned aerospace and military technology conglomerate, is said to be a 51% shareholder in Denel Asia, while VRLSA holds 49%.</p><p>ALSO READ: AFU seizes properties, bank accounts worth millions from ex-DRC defenceattaché</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics corruption corruption charges Denel National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) Public Enterprises </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Courts Free State asbestos trial: State accused of ruining life of Magashule’s ex-PA Moroadi Cholota <footer> 4 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Courts ‘What if she went on holiday’: Hawks investigator grilled on ‘surprise’ US trip for Magashule’s ex-PA <footer> 5 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Politics ‘Political gaslighting’: Will Lesufi really fire corrupt officials? <footer> 5 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News EFF calls for treason charges against corrupt Home Affairs officials <footer> 6 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Ex-Denel chairperson, former CEO to study docket of corruption	查看 4220	《公民报》	2025-05-19 15:07:13 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147350	有图 <p> Earlier this month, the struggling brand said it would cut its global workforce by 15% and close seven of its current 17 factories. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/AFP__20250512__dpa-pa_250512-99-822141_dpai__v1__HighRes__NissanLogoOnTheRadiatorGri.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Nissan will close seven of its current 17 factories by 2027, one reportedly being the Rosslyn Plant outside Pretoria. Photo by MATTHIAS BALK / DPA / dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Nissan’s global restructuring plan, Re:Nissan, will reportedly lead to the closure of its Rosslyn Plant outside Pretoria as part of its factory consolidation from 17 to 10.</p>No chance but to reduce<p>This comes after the Japanese brand announced last week that it would reduce its global workforce by a further 20000 jobs on top of 9000 last year, and shut seven factories after posting a record R82.2-billion revenue loss for the 2024 financial year.</p><p>ALSO READ: Nissan’s bleak outlook: revenue down, looming 20 000 job cuts</p><p>“The reality is clear. We have a very high cost structure. To complicate matters further, the global market environment is volatile and unpredictable, making planning and investment increasingly challenging,” CEO Ivan Espinosa was quoted by AFP as saying.</p><p>Under the Re:Nissan plan, the brand will not only reduce its workforce and close plants by 2027, but revise its research and development programmes while cutting parts complexity as well as vehicle platforms from the current 13 to seven.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Toyota drops clearer teasers of new SUV, confirms it as next RAV4 </p> </p> </p>In the firing line<p>According to the latest report from Reuters, the factories reported for closure are the Oppama and Shonan plants in Japan, one of its three facilities in Mexico, and the Chennai and Santa Isabel Plants in India and Argentina co-operated by alliance partner, Renault.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/img_02.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"><sub>Nissan’s Rosslyn Plant outside Pretoria has been online since 1966. Image: Nissan Global</sub></p><p>While the latter pair will likely involve Nissan selling its stake as opposed to Renault also withdrawing entirely, seemingly more clear-cut, as percars.co.za, is the closure of Rosslyn, which currently only produces the Navara for the local and Sub-Saharan African markets.</p>Still committed <p>Despite Nissan’s admission as recent as September last year that it was looking intoproducing a second modelas a replacement for the NP200, this no longer seems to be the case.</p><p>“[Rosslyn is what we call] a frame plant, and we are looking into a second model because we need a second model to sustain the operation in South Africa.</p><p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/240904-00_7th_Patrol_01.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"><sub>All-new Nissan Patrol will debut locally in 2026. Image: Nissan </sub></p><p>“What I can say is that we are looking at [a second model],”Chairperson for the Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania regions, GuillaumeCartier, said at a roundtable discussion after the unveiling of the all-new Patrol in Abu Dhabi last year.</p><p> </p><p>Subsequently, Nissan Managing Director for South Africa and Independent African Markets, Maciej Klenkiewicz,told the media at the launch of the facelift Magnite in November that the second model is being studied while alluding to brand as having no plans on leaving.</p><p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/250326-01_India-Nissan-Range-Teaser-CSUV-source.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"><sub>Teaser image of one of the two new SUVs Nissan will bring to market in 2026. Image: Nissan</sub></p><p>In March, Nissan announced not only the arrival of the Patrol by 2026, but two new SUVs spun-off existing Renault products to be made in Chennai.</p>More later<p>While no word has so far been made by Nissan South Africa, the supposed closing of Rosslyn, which has been in operation since 1966, will have a direct impact on its workforce after the initial work cut of 400 in 2023 as a result of the NP200’s departure.</p><p>In its statement, Nissan said will adopt a “market specific approach” with Japan, Europe, the Middle East, China, the United States and Mexico being identified as key markets.</p><p> </p><p>As mentioned, expect clearer details about Nissan South Africa and indeed the future of Rosslyn to possibly emerge over the coming weeks and months.</p><p>NOW READ: Nissan preparing mass product roll-out in renewed market pledge</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics job losses Motoring News Nissan </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Motoring Toyota drops clearer teasers of new SUV, confirms it as next RAV4 <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Regional Extreme Festival delivers the magic to Zwartkops faithful <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Mid-range Range Rover Sport HSE shows why it is the one to have <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring VIDEO: Inside Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa’s new ‘man-cave’ <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Reports claim Rosslyn to be one of Nissan's plants facing closure	查看 5997	《公民报》	2025-05-19 15:52:57 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147349	有图 <p> The US Vice President is in The Vatican. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Pope-JD-Vance.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>This photo taken and handout on May 19, 2025 by The Vatican Media shows US Vice President JD Vance during a private audience with Pope Leo XIV in The Vatican. (Picture: AFP PHOTO / VATICAN MEDIA</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Pope Leo XIV received US Vice President JD Vance and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Vatican Monday, a day after the new US pontiff’s inauguration mass.</p><p>The Vatican released photographs of Vance and Rubio smiling as they met with the Chicago-born pope, who was elected as head of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics on May 8.</p><p>Vance then met with the Holy See’s secretary for relations with states, Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican said.</p><p>“During the cordial talks held at the Secretariat of State, satisfaction at the good bilateral relations was reiterated, and the collaboration between Church and State was discussed, as well as some matters of special relevance to ecclesial life and religious freedom,” the Vatican said in a statement.</p><p>“Finally, there was an exchange of views on some current international issues, calling for respect for humanitarian law and international law in areas of conflict and for a negotiated solution between the parties involved”, it said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown </p> </p> </p>The cardinal who slammed Vance<p>Vance and Rubio were among the 200 000 dignitaries, royals and faithful gathered Sunday to mark the official start of Leo’s papacy in St Peter’s Square.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Before becoming pope, Leo reposted on his personal X account criticism of US President Donald Trump’s administration over its approach to migration and also pilloried Vance.</p><p>But Vance insisted Sunday that the United States was “very proud of him”.</p><p>“Certainly our prayers go with him as he starts this very important work,” Vance said at a meeting with EU chief Ursula von der Leyen and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.</p><p>© Agence France-Presse</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: Election of Pope Leo XIV a ‘profound moment’, says Ramaphosa</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Catholic Church Donald Trump Pope Leo XIV </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Politics What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown <footer> 8 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Opinion Cartoon of the day: 19 May 2025 <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Opinion Cyril is damned –no matter what <footer> 18 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News ‘Condemn kill the boer’ – Ramaphosa must assure Trump of commitment to Afrikaner human rights <footer> 18 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Pope Leo XIV receives US VP Vance \| The Citizen	查看 3860	《公民报》	2025-05-19 16:02:34 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147348	有图 <p> In rural areas, where traditional broadband infrastructure is scarce, Starlink’s presence may be key to bridging the divide. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Starlink.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>South African-born Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service from SpaceX is making significant strides in transforming broadband access across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).</p><p>A new report from Ookla, “Connecting Africa: The Performance and Impact of Starlink’s Satellite Internet,” highlights Starlink’s performance in the first quarter of 2025.</p><p>With its wide coverage and increasing affordability, Starlink presents a chance to close the connectivity gap in rural areas while also appealing to urban users.</p>Starlink performance<p>The Ookla report examined the performance of Starlink services in SSA and compared them to terrestrial services, and assessed their impact on the broadband market.</p><p>While speed varied across the continent, Starlink delivered a median download speed exceeding 40 Mbps in Q1 2025 in most countries where it’s available, significantly outpacing terrestrial ISPs.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Cartoon of the day: 20 May 2025 </p> </p> </p><p>In countries like Botswana, Eswatini, Rwanda, Burundi, Sierra Leone, Mozambique, and Ghana, Starlink users enjoyed median download speeds of around 75 Mbps or higher.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>In contrast, speeds in Nigeria, Zimbabwe, South Sudan, Kenya, and Madagascar — arguably some of Starlink’s biggest markets — were below 50 Mbps, most likely because the provider faces capacity issues and halts new sign-ups.</p><p>ALSO READ: Musk remark on not bringing Starlink to SA because he’s not ‘black’ dismissed [VIDEO]</p>African market<p>Nevertheless, in Q1 2025, these speeds were still much more than double those of terrestrial networks in most countries.</p><p>Starlink’s entry into the African market has significantly increased access to fixed broadband, particularly in Nigeria and Kenya, where it has become competitive.</p><p> </p>South Africa<p>However, the satellite internet service continues to elude South Africa.</p><p>Speculation had been rife that Starlink was not yet available in South Africa due to the country’s BEE regulations. However, Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) chairperson Mothibi Ramusi said that Icasa has not received a formal application from Starlink to operate in the country.</p><p>“[We] indicated previously that Starlink does not hold any licence issued by the authority to provide electronic communications, electronic communications network or broadcasting services in South Africa.”</p>Hope<p>Last year, while Communications Minister Solly Malatsi did not elaborate on Musk’s Starlink satellite service, he told The Citizen at the Africa Tech Festival in Cape Town that getting South Africa connected requires a “mixed tech” approach.</p><p> </p><p>“Whether it be fibre, through broadband connectivity, or the current debate that is everywhere else in the world about how low-orbit satellites can play a role in this space that we are in.”</p><p>With President Cyril Ramaphosa jetting off for a working visit to the United States from Monday, 19 May to meet US President Donald Trump and possibly Musk, it is likely that there will be discussions about bringing Starlink to South Africa.</p><p>Starlink internet service is said to be a true paradigm shift in the world of connectivity.</p>What is Starlink?<p>Starlink operates thousands of low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites to provide high-speed internet globally. With 4.6 million customers globally, the service targets expansion in underserved markets, such as Africa, to drive its growth.</p><p> </p><p>Since its launch in 2019, the network has expanded to more than 7,000 satellites, covering most of the globe.</p><p>Starlink’s rapid expansion across Africa began with Nigeria in February 2023 and Rwanda in March 2023. The service now reaches 18 countries, with plans to add at least 10 more by the end of the year.</p>Speed<p>It offers a speed advantage over fixed alternatives in many African countries, potentially offering great experiences in downloading files and livestreaming.</p><p>However, its performance varies significantly. Using Speedtest Intelligence data, Ookla identified three countries’ tiers based on median download speeds.</p><p> </p><p>However, “this analysis does not include Benin, Cape Verde, and Liberia”, Ookla said. “We will revisit these markets as Starlink’s service expands and more data becomes available”.</p><p>ALSO READ:Malatsi takes action to lower smart devices and phone costs in SA</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Africa Cyril Ramaphosa Elon Musk Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) internet SpaceX Starlink tech </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Opinion Cartoon of the day: 20 May 2025 <footer> 33 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Ramaphosa not ‘apprehensive’ about meeting with Trump, Presidency says [VIDEO] <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Politics What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown <footer> 15 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Ramaphosa meets Trump: Will Steenhuisen speak out on race-based laws? <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Starlink making strides in transforming broadband access - Report	查看 6173	《公民报》	2025-05-19 16:25:59 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147347	有图 <p> President Cyril Ramaphosa is in the US and his deputy Paul Mashatile is visiting France. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Gwede-Mantashe.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe. Picture: Gallo Images/Deaan Vivier</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>With President Cyril Ramaphosa and Deputy President Paul Mashatile both out of the country, Minister of Energy Gwede Mantashe has been tasked with running South Africa.</p><p>Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, said the president has, in terms of Section 90(1)(b) of the constitution, designated Mantashe as the acting president of the Republic of South Africa from 18 to 22 May 2025.</p><p>“This designation flows from the simultaneous Working Visits by President Ramaphosa and Deputy President Paul Mashatile to the United States of America and the Republic of France, respectively.”</p>Acting President Mantashe <p>Mantashe was first thrust into the role during Freedom Day last month.</p><p>He delivered the keynote address at the national Freedom Day celebration at the AJ Swanepoel Stadium in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown </p> </p> </p><p>Ramaphosa was expected to deliver the address, but he was booked off with the flu. But he did wish South Africans well as the country celebrated 31 years of democracy.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Freedom Day: ‘SA a free and sovereign country, not a province of US,’ Mantashe says [VIDEOS]</p>Ramaphosa in US<p>The president’s meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump will remain focused on critical bilateral issues, despite recent tensions between the two nations.</p><p>“We are not going to be distracted by anything.</p><p>“We will just focus on what is important for our country,” the president told the media after an ANC event held in Kimberley on Friday.”</p><p> </p>Mashatile in France<p>Mashatile’s visit to France aims to reinforce South Africa’s historic and warm bilateral relations with the country by expanding on existing cooperation projects and identifying new areas of cooperation, with a specific focus on trade and investment.</p><p>The deputy president’s visit follows a recent visit by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola on 16 May 2025, to co-chair the 9th Session of the Forum for Political Dialogue (FPD), during which the status of bilateral political relations between the two countries was discussed, including matters of mutual interest relating to international developments.</p><p>ALSO READ: ‘The likelihood of humiliation is there’- Musk to grill Ramaphosa in front of Trump </p><p> </p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cyril Ramaphosa France Gwede Mantashe Paul Mashatile United States of America (USA/US) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Politics What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown <footer> 6 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Ramaphosa meets Trump: Will Steenhuisen speak out on race-based laws? <footer> 7 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Opinion Cartoon of the day: 19 May 2025 <footer> 9 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Courts Will Ramaphosa testify in Phala Phala trial? NPA clears the air <footer> 9 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Ramaphosa appoints Mantashe as acting president of South Africa	查看 4108	《公民报》	2025-05-19 16:35:47 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147346	有图 <p> "This is an important period for us and obviously my job is to try and encourage the guys to stay focused on the goal," Zwane said. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/B25ERSS1781-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Themba Zwane of Mamelodi Sundowns receive 2024-25 Betway Premiership trophy at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria on the 18 May 2025 © Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>With the Betway Premiership campaign now concluded, Themba Zwane has urged his teammates to focus on the upcoming CAF Champions League final against Pyramids FC.</p>Zwane part of the Sundowns class of 2016<p>Zwane, alongside Denis Onyango, remains one of only two active players from the triumphant 2016 squad that lifted the prestigious champions league trophy.</p><p>ALSO READ: Pirates coach Ncikazi slams Galaxy players for targeting Mofokeng</p><p>Thapelo Morena is another player that was part of the team 2016, but didn’t play as he had just joined Masandawana from Bloemfontein Celtic and wasn’t registered.</p><p>The Brazilians will host Pyramids FC in the first leg that will be played at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday afternoon.The decisive return leg is set for 1 June in Cairo where the new champions of African club football will be crowned.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Sundowns consider cutting ties with struggling Esquivel </p> </p> </p><p>“This is an important period for us and obviously my job is to try and encourage the guys to stay focused on the goal,” Zwane said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“We can’t let it slip now. We wanted to be in the final and now that we’re there, we just want to finish the job. We wanted to finish the league first before we focus on the final.</p><p>“We started (the season) slow and it was difficult for us because the system changed and we were trying to adjust as a team. After we adjusted to the system, we started doing well as you can see now that we’re getting goals and scoring early in matches.”</p>‘It feels great’<p>Zwane was addressing the media after lifting the 2024-25 domestic league crown at Loftus on Sunday. It was the 35-year-old’s eighth league title in a row to take his overall tally to nine championships since he joined Sundowns in 2011.</p><p>“It feels great because you know us Sundowns, we’re not tired of winning. We just want to keep going and we just want to make history and overall we’re happy as a team,” said Zwane who spent the better part of the season on the treatment table with an Achilles injury.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Ribeiro brace hands Sundowns a perfect end to the season</p><p>“This one is different because when we started, people doubted us because I think we started slow but we managed to pick up the pace in order to improve ourselves and we’ve been doing well and pushed ourselves as a team and we won the trophy.”</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Betway Premiership CAF Champions league Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. (Sundowns) Themba Zwane </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Mgosi Sundowns consider cutting ties with struggling Esquivel <footer> 26 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Adams reacts to winning first league title with Sundowns <footer> 29 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Chiefs coach Nabi – ‘This news is bad for me’ <footer> 19 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Mgosi Midfielder headed for Pirates exit <footer> 20 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Sundowns' Themba Zwane calls for focus ahead of CAF final	查看 4472	《公民报》	2025-05-19 16:42:07 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147345	有图 <p> The Sharks failed to score any tries despite winning 58% possession and 54% territory against Scarlets. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Taine-and-John-Plumtree.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Sharks head coach John Plumtree (right) said he was proud of how his son Taine played, although it was for his opposition, Scarlets. Picture: Steve Haag Sports/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>While the Sharks said they need to improve in several areas after their lacklustre 12–3 win against Scarlets on Saturday, they are excited to host a United Rugby Championship quarter-final in a fortnight, where they hope to be better.</p><p>The Durban side beat Scarlets thanks to four penalties on a day that saw neither team able to capitalise on their chances and cross the line for a try.</p><p>The Sharks finished with 58% possession and were especially disappointed (although they were the victors) in the manner of the result. The win did, however, allow them to leapfrog Glasgow Warriors on the URC log and set up a home quarter-final against Munster on Saturday, 31 May.</p>Sharks rue their chances<p>Coach John Plumtree and captain Eben Etzebeth (who also earned man of the match) both lamented how the Sharks failed to take their chances.</p><p>“I don’t think there was a lack of us trying or our intent around what we were trying to do. It was more around just our accuracy,” Plumtree said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘It’s a disaster’: Stormers face anxious wait over Damian Willemse ban </p> </p> </p><p>For example, he said the Sharks had plenty of territory and possession, with strong drives and threatening lineout plays. “But too many basic mistakes… and it got pretty frustrating for the boys. No matter how hard we tried, nothing was going well.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Fair play to the Scarlets. They were so tough and they’ve improved in all aspects of their game. They pressured our lineouts and scrum, their defence was solid. The Scarlets were good on the high ball. </p><p>“They didn’t create much in attack either. It was really about defence tonight.”</p>Quarter-final ‘going to be amazing’<p>He said the Sharks lacked accuracy in executing their skillsets, but backed his charges to bounce back come the quarter-finals. </p><p>“We have been working hard in training. I’ve got a lot of experienced players who don’t have to be told that, they will improve. People come here to watch us score tries so that is what we want to do.</p><p> </p><p>“From now on, the stakes go up.”</p><p>Etzebeth said that players they already knew they had to improve, but still, he could not wait for a knockout game in front of the Sharks’ home fans at Kings Park Stadium. “It’s going to be amazing,” he said.</p><p>URC quarter-finals: Top eight and kick-off times confirmed</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Eben Etzebeth John Plumtree Sharks rugby team United Rugby Championship </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Rugby ‘It’s a disaster’: Stormers face anxious wait over Damian Willemse ban <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Multimedia Sports update: Bulls, Sharks & Stormers set for quarter-finals <footer> 13 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby ‘A lot of positives … but we’ll be judged on next three games’ — Bulls’ White <footer> 21 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Cash happy Lions sent Edwill and Marius off with a win <footer> 21 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> 'People come here to watch us score tries': Sharks amped to host quarter-final \| The Citizen	查看 4201	《公民报》	2025-05-19 16:44:00 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147344	有图 <p> "People under the age of 40 are increasingly being diagnosed, often due to lifestyle risk factors..." </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/hypertension.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) on Sunday called on residents to get screened for hypertension.</p><p>It warned that many South Africans are living with high blood pressure without knowing it, putting them at risk of serious health complications.</p><p>The appeal coincides with World Hypertension Day, commemorated globally on 17 May.</p>Hypertension: The silent killer<p>According to the department, hypertension is often dubbed the “silent killer” and is frequently undiagnosed until severe medical events such as strokes, heart attacks or kidney failure occur.</p><p>Gauteng MEC for health and wellness, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, said in a statement that high blood pressure remains a major public health challenge both globally and locally.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> DA blames Charlotte Maxeke hospital CEO for food and hot water issues </p> </p> </p><p>“Worryingly, people under the age of 40 are increasingly being diagnosed, often due to lifestyle risk factors such as poor diet, physical inactivity, alcohol abuse, and obesity,” said Nkomo-Ralehoko.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ:Municipal water disruption affects services at Carletonville Hospital</p><p>According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 1.28 billion adults worldwide are living with hypertension, but more than 700 million remain undiagnosed.</p><p>In South Africa, more than one in three adults has high blood pressure, and of those, more than half are unaware of their condition.</p>Low treatment, low control<p>The department expressed particular concern over poor treatment and control rates.</p><p> </p><p>“Of the people living with hypertension, only a third are on treatment, and among those on treatment, only a third have their blood pressure under control,” said the MEC.</p><p>This lack of awareness and management significantly increases the risk of complications.</p><p>WHO reports that hypertension contributes to 13% of all deaths globally and is responsible for one in every two strokes and two in every five heart attacks in South Africa.</p><p>ALSO READ:DA blames Charlotte Maxeke hospital CEO for food and hot water issues</p><p> </p>Free screenings available<p>To address this growing burden, GDoH is ramping up its hypertension awareness and screening campaigns.</p><p>Free blood pressure screenings are available at all public health clinics and during mobile outreach events.</p><p>“Members of the public have been urged to visit their nearest healthcare facilities for free regular screenings for hypertension or high blood pressure, ensuring that they know their numbers (blood pressure) and control it to live longer,” Nkomo-Ralehoko said.</p><p>ALSO READ:Gauteng underspends budget but says R1.8bn not lost</p><p> </p>Promoting healthy living<p>The department is also working with non-governmental organisations (NGOs), medical professionals, and community leaders to promote healthier lifestyles.</p><p>Public education campaigns are being rolled out to inform people about prevention, early detection, and treatment adherence.</p><p>Hypertension can be managed with the right lifestyle changes and medical intervention.</p><p>These include a balanced diet, regular physical activity, reduced salt intake, avoiding tobacco, and limiting alcohol consumption.</p><p> </p><p>“Stopping treatment or ignoring symptoms can have devastating consequences. Hypertension is manageable, but it must first be detected,” added the MEC.</p><p>The GDoH reiterated its commitment to improving access to care and preventing premature deaths through increased awareness, early diagnosis, and consistent treatment of high blood pressure.</p><p>NOW READ:Court grants Gauteng Health’s appeal in the cancer treatment backlog case</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics gauteng health Gauteng health department Health </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News DA blames Charlotte Maxeke hospital CEO for food and hot water issues <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Court grants Gauteng Health’s appeal in the cancer treatment backlog case <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Tshwane mayor faces outrage for Weskoppies Hospital power cut <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Health MEC says Tembisa Hospital still operational after fire, confirms no injuries [PICS] <footer> 4 weeks ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Gauteng health warns of 'silent killer' \| The Citizen	查看 5373	《公民报》	2025-05-19 16:56:54 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147343	有图 <p> Residents blocked the Diepkloof Interchange with rocks and burning tyres. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Diepkloof-death.jpeg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>A corpse of a deceased protester at Diepkloof Hostel in Soweto, 19 May 2025. Picture:Nigel Sibanda /The Citizen</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>At least two people have reportedly died after volatile protests in Diepkloof, south of Johannesburg.</p><p>It is believed that two protesters were hit by a truck that was trying to escape residents who were looting it.</p><p>One of the protesters died on the scene, while the other was taken to hospital, according to SABC.</p><p>A second person reportedly lost their life when they were hit by a car during the protest earlier in the morning.</p><p>The situation remains tense.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Road closures and traffic disruptions as protests rage at Diepkloof Interchange </p> </p> </p><p>Residents blocked the Diepkloof Interchange with rocks and burning tyres to protest water, sanitation, and housing issues, among others.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>One truck has been torched while another has been looted during a protest in Diepkloof, Johannesburg. Some residents claim their homes have been demolished. They say they hope that through these actions, the government will understand their grievances. Scara Mofokoane has more.… pic.twitter.com/OzVYLWpG1T</p>— Newzroom Afrika (@Newzroom405) May 19, 2025 <p>ALSO READ: Road closures and traffic disruptions as protests rage at Diepkloof Interchange</p> Diepkloof protest<p>Traffic was disrupted in parts of Soweto due to the protest by some Diepkloof hostel residents.</p><p>The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) said the busy Diepkloof Interchange has been severely affected.</p><p> </p><p>One truck was torched, while another was looted during the protest.</p><p>[HAPPENING NOW]</p><p>There is currently protest action in Diepkloof Soweto, causing road closures and traffic disruptions. The protest was organised by Diepkloof hostel residents, who are demanding water, sanitation and development in the area. Puseletso Mokoena reports. pic.twitter.com/mip6T6csY2</p>— SABC News (@SABCNews) May 19, 2025 <p>ALSO READ:Get your blankets out: Cold front to hit Gauteng, emergency services on high alert</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics hospital Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) protest service delivery Soweto </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News Road closures and traffic disruptions as protests rage at Diepkloof Interchange <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Local News Maepa road to be completed in August <footer> 17 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Local News Kempton Park residents decry neglect of once-thriving community park <footer> 4 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Local News Neighbours unite to restore 9th Avenue <footer> 4 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Two dead, one injured in volatile Diepkloof, Soweto, protest	查看 3684	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:04:48 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147342	有图 <p> Company closely linked to the current lottery operator is busy negotiating a temporary licence to run the lottery. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ithuba-Lotto-licence.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Parks Tau, the minister responsible for South Africa’s lottery, has entered into negotiations with a company with close links to Ithuba Holdings, the current licence holder, for a 12-month temporary licence to run the lottery until 1 June 2026.</p><p>This comes after months of delays and uncertainty over who will run the lottery after the current licence expires at the end of this month. Tau has also been accused offavouringIthuba in the process.</p><p>Ithuba Holdings, which has been running the lottery since 2015, was not eligible to apply for the 12-month temporary licence. Ithuba Holdings’ original licence expired in 2023 and the contract was extended for two years until 30 May 2025. The Lotteries Act says that the minister is not allowed to extend a licence more than once, and then only for a maximum of two years.</p><p>But another company, Ithuba Lottery, which has six of the same directors and the same website as Ithuba Holdings, bid on the temporary licence and is now likely to be appointed.</p><p>ALSO READ: Lottery ticket sales likely to be suspended from 1 June</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Daily Lotto results: Sunday,18 May 2025 </p> </p> </p><p>Aletterdistributed by Zamani Holdings, the owner of Ithuba Holdings, to senior staff confirmed that Ithuba Lottery is the preferred bidder and was currently in negotiations “to finalise this agreement”.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The temporary licence will run from 1 June 2025 to 31 May 2026. After that, a new company will run the lottery for the next eight years. Annual lottery sales were R7.3 billion in 2024.</p><p>Business Dayreportedearlier this week that the Sizekhaya Consortium, in which gambling companyGoldrushis the main shareholder, is likely to be appointed for the eight-year licence. GroundUp has now independently confirmed that the Sizekhaya is the preferred bidder.</p><p>Sizekhaya was one of eight consortia that bid for the licence. A source with knowledge of the negotiations told GroundUp that Sizekhaya “is currently working to meet the requirements and sign the contracts so the minister can announce them as the fourth lottery operator at the end of May”.</p><p>If negotiations are successfully concluded, Sizekhaya’s licence would come into effect on 1 June 2026, allowing a year to transition from the temporary licence holder and put their tech in place, manufacture ticket sales equipment for retail outlets and hire staff.</p><p> </p><p>Tau’s spokesperson, Yamkela Fanisi, did not respond to questions GroundUp sent via WhatsApp by the time of publication. His response will be added if received.</p>Ithuba favoured?<p>Wina Njalo, an initiative of Hosken Consolidated Investments (HCI) Foundation, also bid on the eight-year lottery licence.</p><p>In March, Wina Njalo applied to the High Court, challenging Tau’s decision to issue the temporary licence and asked the court to declare unlawful Tau’s failure to appoint the fourth lottery licence holder in time.</p><p>Njalo claimed in court papers that Tau wasfavouring Ithubaby issuing a temporary licence request for proposals on short notice, because Ithuba would be the only company with the technology and infrastructure in place to continue operating the lottery.</p><p> </p><p>In his replying affidavit in the case, Tau said he wouldannounce the successful bid winnerfor the eight-year licence by 28 May. He said the temporary licence was necessary as the new company will not be ready to take over as operator immediately.</p><p>ALSO READ: Government postpones announcement of new lottery licence operator – again</p><p>GroundUp understands that the temporary licence conditions make provision for whoever is granted it to use the current licence holder’s systems and ticket sales equipment.</p><p>The court papers revealed the links between Ithuba Holdings and Ithuba Lottery. Wina Njalo argued in court that only entities that applied for the new licence were eligible to apply for the 12-month temporary licence.</p><p> </p><p>Wina Njalo’saffidavitsays that they first believed that Ithuba Holdings and Ithuba Lottery were the same entity, “given the similarities in names”.</p><p>But then, Wina Njalo discovered that Ithuba Holdings and Ithuba Lottery were, in fact, two separate companies, but that they shared six active directors. They also share awebsite. Charmaine Mabuza, who is the CEO of Ithuba Holdings, signed a bid extension notice on behalf of Ithuba Lottery.</p><p>Wina Njalo argued that although these are two different companies, they are “de facto the same party” and Ithuba Lottery should therefore not be eligible to bid on the licences.</p><p>ALSO READ: Accounting firms compiled fraudulent financial statements for NPOs – SIU on NLC corruption</p><p> </p><p>Respondingin an affidavit, Ithuba Lottery’s CEO, Louis Amera du Pisane, insisted that the two Ithubas were “separate entities”.</p><p>He said Wina Njalo had incorrectly assumed that Ithuba Lottery was the incumbent operator of the national lottery. This misconception had led to claims that the temporary licence favoured Ithuba Lottery, which is not the case, he said. </p><p>“Wina Njalo’s arguments collapse once the distinction between the two entities is understood,” Du Pisane said.</p>Lotto ticket sales could be suspended<p>The case was heard earlier this month and judgment was reserved. Should the court rule in favour of Wina Njalo and set aside the temporary licence, it could lead to a suspension of lottery ticket sales until the issue is resolved, which could take many months.</p><p>But a suspension is unlikely to stop the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), which relies on a percentage of lottery ticket sales to fund good causes, from issuing grants. The NLC hastold Parliamentit has reserves of R4.3-billion.</p><p>Zamani Holdings is owned by Ithuba Holding’s current CEO, Charmaine Mabuza and her husband, Eric Mabuza. Zamani and its subsidiaries have a growing footprint in Africa. Earlier this month, it was appointed as operator for theTanzanian Lottery. It is also about to launch a national lottery in Uganda and is currentlyfinalising negotiationsto run the national lottery in Botswana.</p>Sizekhaya bid controversy<p>The Sizekhaya Consortium’s leading bid for the eight-year licence has already raised controversy with some political parties.</p><p>TheEFFhas called for Tau to appear before Parliament to explain his decision.BOSA, which has submitted a PAIA application, has called for “transparency” in how the minister came to his decision.</p><p>ALSO READ: EFF slams Treasury for ‘unlawful’ R300m lotteries transfer</p><p>Goldrush, the biggest shareholder in the Sizekhaya Consortium, is a JSE-listed company with extensive experience in online gambling.</p><p>The consortium is led by KwaZulu-Natal businessmen Moses Tembe and Sandile Zungu. Zungu ran for the ANC KwaZulu-Natal chair position in 2022 before dropping out after he failed to garner enough support, according to Business Day.</p><p>Sizekhaya’s tech partner is Genlot, which operates the Chinese lottery — the second biggest in the world.</p><p>Basedin Shenzhen, China, Genlot is involved in several other lotteries around the world, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Brazil and Jamaica. The company has an annual turnover of $60 billion in “sales processed” and has a 19% “global market share”, according to itswebsite.</p>Update on 2025-05-16 12:25<p>On Thursday, 15 May, Ithuba Holdings circulated a notice to retailers selling lottery tickets.</p><p>Headed “Lottery system update,” Ithuba Holding chief lottery director, Brendan Burns said the current National Lottery licence will expire on 31 May 2025.</p><p>“The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition has assured the public that a temporary solution will be announced before then to ensure there is no disruption to … operations.”</p><p>“In this regard, the award of a temporary lottery licence is expected to be announced shortly.”</p><p>“While the final outcome remains uncertain, Ithuba Holdings and Ithuba Lottery must act responsibly and prepare for the possible scenario in which Ithuba Lottery is required to commence operations of the National Lottery for a temporary licence period. It is therefore essential that we proactively implement all necessary measures to ensure operational readiness and continuity,” he wrote, setting out deadlines for the changeover.</p><p>“The timelines ahead are tight, and your collaboration is critical in helping us meet these key milestones.”</p><p>This article originally appeared on GroundUp and was republished with permission.Read the original articlehere.</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Ithuba National Lotteries Commission (NLC) National Lottery </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Lotto Daily Lotto results: Sunday,18 May 2025 <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Lotto Daily Lotto results: Saturday,17 May 2025 <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Lotto Lotto and Lotto Plus results: Saturday, 17 May 2025 <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Lotto R58 million up for grabs in tonight’s PowerBall draw <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Ithuba poised to run Lottery for next year — despite legal concerns \| The Citizen	查看 10163	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:05:45 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147341	有图 <p> With the club looking ahead to the new season, Timm is said to be deemed surplus to requirements. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/B25BVPL1052-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>(back row) Olisa Ndah, Zakhele Lepasa, (front row) Miguel Timm and Thabiso Monyane of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match between against Cape Town City at Orlando Stadium, in Soweto on 22 February 2025 ©Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Orlando Pirates midfielder Miguel Timm is expected to leave the club at the end of the current season. The 33-year-old has seen his role significantly reduced, spending most of the campaign on the sidelines.</p><p>Unlike last season, where Timm was a regular feature with 22 appearances in the Betway Premiership, this term has seen a dramatic drop in his involvement. </p><p>ALSO READ: Mass player exodus expected at Kaizer Chiefs</p><p>He has not made a single league appearance and was only an unused substitute in the 1-0 defeat to Stellenbosch FC back in December.</p><p>Timm’s limited game time this season has been confined to cup competitions. His only domestic appearance came in the MTN8 Cup clash against Cape Town City, while he featured twice in the CAF Champions League.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Sundowns consider cutting ties with struggling Esquivel </p> </p> </p><p>With the club looking ahead to the new season, Timm is reportedly deemed surplus to requirements. His contract is set to expire at the conclusion of the campaign, and Pirates are not expected to offer a renewal.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Kaizer Chiefs ‘keeper wanted in France</p><p>Once considered a key figure in the midfield, he will be a free agent when the season concludes.The Buccaneershave reportedly signed Sinoxolo Kwayiba from Chippa United to further strengthen their squad ahead of next season.</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Betway Premiership Orlando Pirates F.C. (Pirates/Buccaneers) South African Premier Division (PSL) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Mgosi Sundowns consider cutting ties with struggling Esquivel <footer> 26 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Adams reacts to winning first league title with Sundowns <footer> 29 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Chiefs coach Nabi – ‘This news is bad for me’ <footer> 19 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Sundowns’ Themba Zwane calls for focus ahead of CAF final <footer> 20 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Midfielder headed for Pirates exit	查看 3273	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:17:26 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147340	有图 <p> The separation will also cost R5.7bn in once-off charges. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Anglo-American-Platinum-Amplats.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Demerging is an expensive exercise. Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) – to be renamed Valterra Platinum on 1 June – will spend a total of R432 million in transaction costs alone related to its separation from parent Anglo American plc.</p><p>These will (mostly) be in the form of professional services fees, including investment bankers and lawyers.</p><p>Aside from this, it will also incur once-off costs of R5.2 billion related to the demerger.</p>Costs of Amplats unbundling from Anglo American<p>In the prospectus, it says it will cost the platinum group metal (PGM) producer R1 billion to set up its “standalone information management structure” as well as rebranding. A further “R45 million is expected to be incurred in relation to site and office costs, security costs, and marketing costs”.</p><p>The bulk of the once-off figure – R4.2 billion – “relates to the settlement ofintercompany services between the Anglo American Group and [the soon-to-be-renamed Valterra], of which R2.85 billion was accrued as at 31 December 2024, and the remaining R1.35 billion was agreed in 2025”.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> SA opened 159 new mines in five years, creating over 15 000 jobs </p> </p> </p>Services agreement<p>Valterra, as it will be known, on 8 April agreed an umbrella services agreement with Anglo American that will kick in once the demerger, which has been approved by shareholders, is completed on 31 May.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>It says under the terms of this agreement, Anglo American “has been contracted to provide certain administrative services to the Group [Amplats/Valterra] during a transitional period” while they are established and/or migrated to Valterra.</p><p>ALSO READ: SA opened 159 new mines in five years, creating over 15 000 jobs</p><p>Amplats has always been part of Anglo. That’s just how it was – hence the reason for this convoluted arrangement.</p><p>The agreement specifically covers “the provision of staffing and resources principally in relation to finance, human resources, infrastructure operations, and information technology functions”. Valterra will pay its soon-to-be former parent R1.646 billion a year for these services.</p><p> </p><p>Amplats says “shortly following completion of the Demerger, the Group [Amplats/Valterra] and the Anglo American Group will jointly prepare exit plans to transition the continuing services”. These timeframes typically run for 24 to 36 months.</p><p>The separation of Absa from Barclays plc (following the latter’s decision to divest) had a similar agreement.</p><p>However, due to Barclays originally migrating Absa onto its systems, it footed most of the bill for the very complicated split to get Absa back onto its own systems. In total, Barclays made a R12.6 billion contribution (payment) towards the separation programme.</p><p>ALSO READ: ‘Restructuring a last resort’, says Amplats as over 4 000 jobs in jeopardy</p><p> </p><p>As part of the demerger, Valterra will list on both the JSE and the London Stock Exchange (LSE), with the latter to ensure that “the high number of Anglo American’s existing, UK-based shareholders will not be prevented from holding, or continuing to hold, shares in the company following the demerger”.</p><p>Anglo has said it will retain a shareholding in Valterra of 19.9% for at least 90 days following the demerger. Historically, it owned 67% of that business.</p>Tax windfall<p>The fiscus is set for a tax windfall due to the demerger, comprising $300 million in dividend-withholding tax, capital gains tax of $63 million, and securities transfer tax totalling $25 million.</p><p>At current exchange rates, this equates to R7.1 billion.</p><p> </p><p>Under pressure from investors, Anglo announced a strategy in May 2024 to simplify its portfolio and focus on “copper, premium iron ore and crop nutrients (potash)”.</p><p>As part of this simplification, it announced that it would demerge a portion (read: the bulk) of its 67% stake inAmplats.</p><p>This article was republished from Moneyweb. Readthe original here.</p><p>NOW READ: Mining bosses rake in hundreds of million rands per year each</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Anglo American business news mining </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> South Africa SA opened 159 new mines in five years, creating over 15 000 jobs <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Courts Millions unaccounted for as ex-mine bosses face court over fraud <footer> 5 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Residents of mining towns welcome groups’ intervention <footer> 1 month ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Small towns in KZN welcome activists’ support in fight against coal mining company <footer> 2 months ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Here’s why Amplats will still pay Anglo R1.6bn a year after unbundling \| The Citizen	查看 5993	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:33:52 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147339	有图 <p> The station is now one of three generation sites that will collectively contribute 150MW of capacity to the Johannesburg grid. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/City-Power-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: City Power</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>City Power has declared a critical milestone in Johannesburg’s push for energy autonomy with the revival of the John Ware Open Cycle Gas Turbine Power Station.</p><p>According to the utility, the recommissioning of the John Ware facility comes as part of City Power’s aggressive 10-point plan to reduce the city’s vulnerability to national load shedding and improve energy resilience in Gauteng.</p><p>City Power on Monday added that the John Ware facility stands as “a symbol of our commitment to making sure that the city remains energy secure”.</p><p>“This is about taking control of our own energy destiny,” it said.</p>Breaking free from Eskom’s grip<p>The John Ware power station was left vandalised and inoperable after the 2010 Fifa World Cup and now has been brought back to life through a focused refurbishment campaign.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> City Power is monitoring this weak spot to stop power outages from theft </p> </p> </p><p>The station is now one of three generation sites, alongside Durban Street and Cottesloe, that will collectively contribute 150MW of capacity to the Johannesburg grid.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The move represents a significant shift in municipal energy planning, with City Power taking on generation responsibilities traditionally left to Eskom.</p><p>“We developed the 10-point plan to respond directly to the country’s energy challenges. That includes developing our own generation capacity, which we are delivering on,” the utility said.</p><p>During commissioning, each of the two 25MW turbines at John Ware successfully generated 18MW, or 72% of capacity, despite limited diesel supplies.</p><p>“This dispels the false notion and inaccurate claims that the site generates less than 10MW,” the statement said.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ:Here’s this week’s Eskom load reduction and City Power outage schedule</p>Engineering a resilient energy backbone<p>Refurbishment works included major upgrades to fuel infrastructure, electrical systems and mechanical operations.</p><p>City Power restored damaged fuel tanks, laid new pipelines and replaced key gauges and valves.</p><p>Electrical work featured new high-capacity cabling, switch gear refurbishment and transformer protection enhancements.</p><p> </p><p>City Power invested in advanced grid management technologies, including a centralised Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (Scada) system and smart meters.</p><p>“We are building a smart, modernised grid that can respond rapidly to faults and enable more efficient energy supply management,” the utility said.</p><p>This includes a robust data centre platform designed to support multiple critical systems like Scada, </p><p>tele-protection and voice communications, ensuring secure and uninterrupted service.</p><p>ALSO READ:Here’s when City Power won’t pay up or fix your outage</p><p> </p>Energy resilience where it’s needed most<p>The utility further implemented solar PV systems on public buildings, health facilities and schools to ensure critical services continue during load shedding.</p><p>Micro-grids and solar public lighting projects are also underway to lighten the load on the main grid.</p><p>“These efforts directly respond to the real-world impact of national power constraints on municipal service delivery,” City Power said.</p><p>City Power’s re-entry into power generation signifies more than just infrastructure repair, it reflects a broader political and operational intention to localise energy governance.</p><p> </p><p>“By investing in infrastructure like John Ware, we are building a foundation for Gauteng’s economic resilience,” the utility added.</p><p>NOW READ:City Power is monitoring this weak spot to stop power outages from theft</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics City Power Johannesburg power </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News City Power is monitoring this weak spot to stop power outages from theft <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Joburg’s Forgotten Movie Empire <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Senzo Meyiwa murder trial won’t be affected, says police after investigator escapes armed robbery <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Entertainment WATCH: Mjaivo Jaiva takes over the streets of Johannesburg <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> City Power reclaims energy control with John Ware power station \| The Citizen	查看 5337	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:38:10 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147338	有图 <p> Untu said that if no revised offer is forthcoming, it will serve Transnet with a 48-hour notice of industrial action. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Untu-threatens-to-bring-Transnet-to-a-standstill-by-Thursday-if-no-revised-offer-is-received.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: Flickr</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The United National Transport Union (Untu) is all ears for a revised offer from the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA), following yet another unsuccessful round of wage negotiations with Transnet.</p><p>The union had requested a 10% wage increase, as well as housing and medical subsidies, from the struggling state-owned logistics company. However, Transnet had only offered 6% this year, 6% next year, and 5.5% in 2027.</p><p>Untu has been threatening Transnet with a strike that could cost the company billions in rail operations. The union represents more than half of its 46 000-strong workforce.</p><p>ALSO READ: Untu makes one last attempt to reach a wage deal with Transnet before major strike</p>Untu gives Transnet several options<p>The CCMA sent two senior commissioners to intervene in the section 150 (S150) conciliation process between Untu and Transnet.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Transnet could run out of funds within three months — will the government step in to rescue? </p> </p> </p><p>The Untu spokesperson, Atenkosi Plaatjie, stated that the union presented various wage proposals during this round of negotiations for Transnet’s consideration. It believes these proposals were in line with the economic and financial pressures facing its members, with a high emphasis on job security, while at the same time taking due cognisance of the challenges Transnet faces.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>At the moment, the union cannot disclose further details of the proposals due to the confidential nature of the S150 CCMA-facilitated process.</p><p>“These proposals however prioritised labour stability, job security and the sustainability of Transnet, we had hoped that Transnet and its mandate-givers would seriously consider these proposals, particularly given the potential economic impact of industrial action and the value of securing a longer – term agreement securing labour peace during this critical time in Transnet’s turnaround into a sustainable self-funded entity,” she added.</p>Untu waiting for CCMA<p>Plaatjie said the union participated in the S150 process in good faith, fully committed to securing a fair and sustainable outcome amid the rising cost of living and the ongoing operational and structural challenges facing Transnet. </p><p>“The resolution of the deadlock now rests with the CCMA, which has committed to present a revised salary/wage offer by close of business on Monday, 19 May 2025.</p><p> </p><p>She added that, should no revised offer be forthcoming, the union will issue Transnet with a 48-hour notice of industrial action.</p><p>ALSO READ: Transnet and trade unions square up over wage demands</p>Strike on Thursday<p>She said after issuing Transnet with a notice, the strike could commence on Thursday, with overwhelming support from its members.</p><p>“Untu has made the necessary logistical preparations to ensure our readiness for industrial action.”</p><p> </p><p>However, should a revised offer be received by close of business Monday, the union said it will initiate a structured process to determine whether our members accept or reject the tabled revised salary and wage offer.</p><p>“Untu will announce the way forward to the media in due course.”</p>CCMA intervention<p>“The CCMA Section 150 (S150) process isa legal framework within the South African Labour Relations Act (LRA) that allows the CCMA to appoint a commissioner to assist in resolving industrial disputes, potentially in the public interest.</p><p>“This intervention can be initiated when the parties to a dispute agree to it and understand that it suspends any right to strike.”</p><p> </p><p>Untu is the only union that has not accepted the proposed offer by Transnet. Whereas, the South African Transport and Allied Workers’ Union (Satawu) has accepted the offer.</p><p>Transnet, which is already struggling, previously said it is unable to legally extend the increase to Untu members. Satawu members were eligible for the increase effective 1 April 2025.</p><p>“Until Untu and Transnet conclude a collective agreement on wages and conditions of employment, Untu members will not receive a wage increase or any increase to medical subsidy, the housing allowance, pension fund contributions and other associated benefits.”</p><p>NOW READ: Transnet executives to repay millions in irregular contract payments</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) strike Transnet United Transport & Allied Trade Union (UNTU) wage negotiations </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Business Transnet could run out of funds within three months — will the government step in to rescue? <footer> 6 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Business Untu makes one last attempt to reach a wage deal with Transnet before major strike <footer> 5 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Ekurhuleni mayor slams EMPD officers for alleged intimidation, overtime abuse after illegal strike <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Business Transnet opens bidding for Durban multi-purpose terminal concession <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Transnet faces standstill on Thursday as Untu demands revised offer \| The Citizen	查看 6322	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:43:35 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147337	有图 <p> Staff will move to an interim building on 1 September. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Deeds-office-sewage-flood.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture for illustration: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Relocation plans are underway following the ‘flood of sewage’ situation recently at the Johannesburg Deeds Office, the Johannesburg Attorneys Association (JAA) has confirmed.</p><p>This follows video footage seen by Moneyweb showing a leaking parking area at the building, initially assumed to be water but later confirmed to be human waste.</p><p>“It was definitely sewage. The stench was unbearable. The maintenance company said it came from the outside toilet on the ground floor of the building,” says Karla Strydom, a committee member of the JAA property committee.</p><p>She notes that the JAA had been raising concerns with the deeds registrar for years about the building’s uninhabitable conditions, but it took a sewage flood to prompt any action.</p><p>ALSO READ: Joburg Deeds Office floods after ignored warnings</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Joburg Deeds Office floods after ignored warnings </p> </p> </p><p>In astatement, the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development conceded that the facilities and environment present occupational hazards to the department’s employees and present safety concerns for clients.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The Johannesburg Deeds Office registers on average 12 000 deeds a month.</p>Relocation of Deeds Office, finally?<p>Strydom confirmed that they have received communication indicating that, on 1 September, staff at the Deeds Office are expected to relocate to an interim building while construction is completed on a new facility in Anderson Street, Marshalltown.</p><p>She says the new building will probably be finished in 2026, at the latest 2027, if everything goes according to plan.</p><p>“The new building has been in construction for over five years. There were difficulties with contractors but all seems on track now,” saysStrydom.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Deeds office to relocate after urgent intervention</p><p>In March, Moneyweb reported that a decision had been made to relocate the Johannesburg Deeds Office to an alternative building within six weeks.</p><p>However, the move never materialised.</p><p>A letter by the JAA, dated 29 April, addressed to Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Director-General, Ramasodi Mooketsa, Chief Registrar of Deeds Carlize Knoesen, and the Registrar of Deeds in Johannesburg, Makaziwe Ntuli, detailed the building issues that have made it untenable.</p><p> </p><p>Read the full letterhere.</p><p>After the department snubbed the relocation request, the JAA said the conveyancing profession might pursue a court order to compel the move.</p><p>“In the meantime, they’re urgently exploring other options before the move to the new building. From what I’ve heard, the challenge is that the interim lease is relatively short – only 12 to 18 months – which has made the process more difficult,” saysStrydom.</p><p>This article was republished from Moneyweb. Readtheoriginal here.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: Crisis in the deeds office is bad news for those moving house</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics housing title deeds </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Business Joburg Deeds Office floods after ignored warnings <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Education Nsfas payment delay puts student accommodation at risk <footer> 1 month ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Where are the ‘ghost students’? Concerns over housing changes <footer> 1 month ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Deeds office to relocate after urgent intervention <footer> 2 months ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Sewage ‘flood’ triggers long-awaited relocation of Joburg Deeds Office \| The Citizen	查看 4702	《公民报》	2025-05-19 17:45:45 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147336	有图 <p> The full brunt of winter is expected to arrive tomorrow. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/snow-weather-alert.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Snow alert: Widespread snowfall is expected in four provinces this week. Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A severe cold front will sweep across the country from tomorrow (20 May), bringing snow and a chilly drop in temperatures in four provinces this week.</p><p>The South African Weather Services (Saws) has issued a warning advisory of very cold weather conditions expected to continue into Wednesday this week.</p>Severe cold front: Four SA provinces in the ‘snow zone’<p>The Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Free State and Lesotho are in the “snow zone” with some areas expected to experience heavier snowfall than others.</p><p>According to Vox Weather, the “well-developed” cold front will bring heavy rain, snow over mountains and strong winds (up to 90km/h).</p><p>“A strong cold front is set to bring scattered to widespread showers and rain across the Western Cape and parts of the Northern and Eastern Cape from Tuesday into Wednesday,” the forecaster said. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Proposed cleaning levy sparks legal challenge in Tshwane </p> </p> </p>Expect freezing cold, wet conditions<p>Rainfall totals of 20-30mm are expected in many areas, with 50-70mm likely over mountainous regions, such as the Cape Winelands, western Overberg, Cape Metropole and West Coast, increasing the risk of localised flooding.</p><p> </p><p> </p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cold-front-SA-rain-.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"><p>“Freezing levels are expected to significantly drop with light snow possible late on Tuesday over the mountains of the Western Cape, the Nuweveld and Roggeveld mountains in the Karoo, spreading to the northern high grounds of the Eastern Cape, southern Drakensberg (15cm +) and Lesotho (10cm +) overnight into Wednesday morning,” said Vox Weather meteorologist Michelle du Plessis.</p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/snow-alert-severe-weather-cold.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"><p>“Weather models are currently showing only light snow likely at the Matroosberg Nature Reserve in the Western Cape, but keep in mind that heavy rain is also expected in the Western Cape; therefore, snow might quickly melt,” Du Plessis warned. </p>Brace for snow and icy cold: These areas will be affected<p>Western Cape</p><p>According to Snow Report, the high peaks around regular snow areas such as Franschhoek, Paarl, Tulbagh, Worcester, De Doorns, Ceres, the Cederberg, the Koue Bokkeveld, Montagu, Robertson, Swellendam and the Swartberg range around Ladismith, Calitzdorp, Oudtshoorn and De Rust in the Western Cape, as well as Uniondale, are currently in the snow zone.</p><p> </p><p>Very cold conditions, heavy rainfall, snowfalls, strong to gale-force winds and very rough seas can be expected.</p><p>Northern Cape</p><p>In the Northern Cape, the towns of Sutherland, Calvinia, and Noupoort are on the snow radar.</p><p>Eastern Cape</p><p> </p><p>In the Eastern Cape, the high ground around Graaff-Reinet, Nieu-Bethesda, Cradock, Hogsback, Queenstown, Molteno, Dordrecht, Lady Grey, Barkly East, and Rhodes may receive snowfall.</p><p>Free State</p><p>The forecaster’s prediction for a possible dusting of snow in the Free State includes high ground in areas such as Trompsburg, Zastron, Thaba Nchu, Ficksburg, Fouriesburg and Clarens.</p>Yellow Level 2 warning: Strong to gale-force winds <p>The SAWS has issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for wind on Tuesday.</p><p> </p><p>“A cold front is expected to result in strong to gale-force north-westerly to westerly winds over the interior of the Namakwa District of the Northern Cape and Central Karoo of the Western Cape on Tuesday,” it said.</p><p>This weather can lead to localised damage to formal and informal settlements.</p><p>“Expect longer travel times due to localised problems for high-sided vehicles, especially on the N1. </p><p>“Fallen trees may affect transport routes, properties and localised power and communication interruptions,” Saws added.</p><p> </p>Gautengweather alert<p>Meanwhile, emergency services in Tshwane and Johannesburg said they will be on high alert amid the incoming cold, wet weather.</p><p>Thiscomes asGauteng Weatherwarned residents to brace for the province’s first cold snap, which will start on Wednesday. Minimum temperatures will plummet to 2°C in Johannesburg and 4°C in Pretoria.</p><p>⚠️ALERT: COLD FRONT AHEAD</p><p>Monday🌤️8\|23°C</p><p>Tuesday⛅️4\|21°C🍃WINDY</p><p>❄️COLD FRONT❄️</p><p>Wednesday🌤️2\|13°C🍃</p><p>Thursday☀️4\|17°C</p><p>Friday☀️5\|18°C#JHBWeather</p><p>Monday🌤️10\|25°C</p><p>Tuesday⛅️6\|23°C🍃WINDY</p><p>❄️COLD FRONT❄️</p><p>Wednesday🌤️4\|15°C🍃</p><p>Thursday☀️6\|19°C</p><p>Friday☀️7\|20°C#PTAWeather</p>— Gauteng Weather (@tWeatherSA) May 18, 2025</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Editor’s Choice rain snow South African Weather Service (Saws) weather warnings </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Politics Proposed cleaning levy sparks legal challenge in Tshwane <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News ‘Where’s my apology?’: Road rage victim still waiting for Aldrin Sampear to say sorry to her <footer> 13 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Weather alert: Western Cape faces flood and wind warnings as cold front hits <footer> 14 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Politics What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown <footer> 15 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Cold front, but will there be snow? 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3147335	有图 <p> Sampear was placed on an indefinite leave of absence last month following a road rage incident in Johannesburg. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Aldrin-Sampear-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Newzroom Afrika news anchor Aldrin Sampear. Picture: @aldrinsampear/Instagram</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Newzroom Afrika anchor Aldrin Sampear is back at work after apologising for his involvement in a road rage incident.</p><p>Sampear was placed on an indefinite leave of absence with immediate effect last month following a recent road rage incident in Johannesburg.</p>Newzroom Afrika anchor apologises for road rage incident<p>In a video posted on X by Newzroom Afrika, Sampear apologised to viewers of the news channel, including the “babies” at home who watch him on TV.</p><p>His on-air apology did not extend to the motorist his road rage was directed at. </p><p>“On the 17th of April, I was involved in a traffic incident which resulted in a confrontation between myself and another driver and having made time to reflect on these events, I want to take full responsibility for my actions.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> 7 teens appear in court after shocking assault video goes viral </p> </p> </p>WATCH: Aldrin Sampear apologises<p>@AldrinSampear"s apology regarding April 17th incident. pic.twitter.com/u668Er9DNx</p><p> </p><p> </p>— Newzroom Afrika (@Newzroom405) May 19, 2025 Assault denied<p>Sampear again denied assaulting the female driver of the other vehicle.</p><p>“Although I did not assault the other driver, I believe that I should have been more composed and found a way to de-escalate the situation. I fell short of the standards I hold myself to and, for that, I want to express my regret and sincere apologies to our viewers, my colleagues here at Newsroom Afrika and the management.</p><p>ALSO READ: TV news anchor Aldrin Sampear placed on ‘indefinite leave’ after road rage incident [VIDEO]</p><p>“I’ve worked really hard to make sense of this experience and the root cause of my response, and I hope that through my actions from now on, to rebuild the trust and the confidence placed in me as I continue on this journey to do better,” Sampear said.</p><p> </p>Road rage<p>Sampear’s apology follows allegations that he physically assaulted a woman driver during a road rage incident in Johannesburg.</p><p>Charges of assault have been laid against Newsroom Afrika anchor Aldrin Sampear following a road range incident in Randburg earlier on Thursday @TheCitizen_News pic.twitter.com/gWLp9Q5XFx</p>— Hein Kaiser (@heinkaiser) April 17, 2025</p><p>The incident sparked widespread outrage after a video recorded by a 20-year-old woman identified as Laricia Augusto went viral on social media.</p><p>Augusto told The Citizen that she was travelling to university on Jan Smuts Avenue at the time of the incident. She has laid charges against Sampear.</p><p> </p>‘Aggression’<p>In the video, a distressed Augusto could be heard accusing Sampear of physical aggression.</p><p>“He grabbed my arm. I immediately started recording him. That’s when I realised this wasn’t just a fender bender and that this was something else.”</p><p>In the video, Sampear accused Augusto of flipping a middle finger at him, which she admitted to. </p><p>“You can see him pointing in my face, shouting nonstop. He pushed me, grabbed me again, and hit me,” she said. “I was terrified and genuinely afraid he might seriously hurt me, but I tried not to show it. I kept as calm as I could.”</p><p> </p><p>Sampear denied assaulting Augusto during a phone call with The Citizen a few hours after the incident, but admitted that there was “some truth” to other aspects of the encounter.</p><p>ALSO READ:TV news anchor Aldrin Sampear claims road rage video was edited, denies assault</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics assault Gender-based Violence (GBV) journalist road rage </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News 7 teens appear in court after shocking assault video goes viral <footer> 5 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News ‘Where’s my apology?’: Road rage victim still waiting for Aldrin Sampear to say sorry to her <footer> 8 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Second man charged in UK assault case involving US singer Chris Brown <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Courts Durban mother gets 20 years for killing daughter after rage outburst <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> TV news anchor Aldrin Sampear apologises for road rage incident	查看 5472	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:00:15 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147334	有图 <p> The DA said it was shocked to see Helen Botes conducting television interviews as Acting Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the City of Johannesburg, </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Dada-Morero-MONC1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero on 30 September 2022. Picture: Neil McCartney / The Citizen</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) says it will support a proposed motion of no confidence vote against Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero.</p><p>The party is the first to publicly come out in support of the DA’s proposed motion to remove Morero.</p><p>Speaking on Sunday, ACDP councillor Norman Mkhonza said Morero had made a number of questionable decisions that have left doubt on his ability to lead.</p><p>This includes the appointment of former Johannesburg Property Company CEO, Helen Botes as Chief Operating Officer (COO) earlier this year. </p><p>Botes has been implicated in Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) corruption, with damning findings by the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) proclamation R23 of 2020.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Joburg needs action, not a ‘bomb squad’ </p> </p> </p><p>She was also implicated in retiredjudgeSisiKhampepe’s report on the Usindiso building fire in 2023 that killed at least 76 people. Khampepe recommended that the Joburg Property Company’s board act against Botes “for the total disregard of managing the Usindiso building, despite knowledge of its disastrous state of affairs since at least 2019”.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The DA later laid culpable homicide charges against her over the matter.</p><p>The ACDP questions why action has not been taken against Botes, and whether she is being artificially protected.</p><p>“We now know that the outgoing executive mayor was behind her promotion, but why, we don’t know,” he said.</p><p>Mkhonza said the position of COO calls for someone with a track record of integrity and professionalism and good ethics. </p><p> </p><p>“Not someone who managed a building where 76 people died in a fire made inevitable by neglect,” Mkhonza said.</p>Will Morero achieve his priorities?<p>Mkhonza said he believed that Morero would also not achieve the targets that he set for himself at his State of the City Address (SOCA).</p><p>“On revenue collection: the debtor’s book is now sitting at an estimated R62 billion, and he is still speaking about a war room that has not done anything tangible since his inauguration. The city now relies more on loan funding,” he said.</p>DA guns for Dada<p>The DA had cited several reasons for proposing a motion of no confidence against Moero, including the protection of alleged corrupt officials.</p><p> </p><p>It also alleged maladministration, unfair service delivery in different communities, and a number of lawsuits facing the municipality.</p><p>The party’s caucus leader, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku, told The Citizen that Morero is complicit in flouting governance laws and attempting to extend the contracts of senior managers who have been in acting positions for more than three months.</p><p>“Despite the DA raising concerns in Council, a resolution was passed on 8 May 2025 that attempts to retroactively approve and extend the acting terms of seven senior officials — including the Acting City Manager. These appointments have already exceeded the legal three-month limit and are now without any lawful basis,” he said.</p><p>ALSO READ: DA lays criminal charges against City of Johannesburg top officials </p><p> </p>Charges against Botes dropped<p>Responding to the allegations against Botes, the City of Johannesburg said a legal opinion cleared her of all corruption allegations.</p><p>“As a result, the JPC Board resolved to drop all the charges against the CEO, in view of the legal advice it had obtained.</p><p>“To the best of our knowledge, the letter the JPC Board addressed to the SIU, in 2022, records the JPC Board’s considered view on the matter,” the city said.</p><p>Meanwhile, ANC co-convenor in Gauteng, Panyaza Lesufi, told reporters at the SOCA that the DA did not have the numbers to eject Morero from his position.</p><p> </p><p>It is still not clear on what day the motion against Morero will take place.</p><p>NOW READ: ‘Joburg is in free fall’ — Next month could be make or break for Mayor Dada Morero </p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) Dada Morero Democratic Alliance (DA) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Opinion Joburg needs action, not a ‘bomb squad’ <footer> 6 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Opinion Does Johannesburg really need a ‘Bomb Squad’? <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Opinion Zikalala can crack the whip – but will he? <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Morero’s vision to make Johannesburg a world-class African city <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Is Morero protecting corrupt officials? — ACDP backs DA’s motion of no confidence \| The Citizen	查看 5673	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:08:16 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147333	有图 <p> "It’s not professional, and the information is not correct," said the Chiefs head coach. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Nasreddine-Nabi-Kaizer-Chiefs-Polokwane-City-Betway-Premiership.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Nasreddine Nabi has denied he is set to be fired by Kaizer Chiefs. Picture: Backpagepix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi has denied that he is set to be sacked at the end of this season.</p><p>A report in the Sunday Times on May 11 claimed Nabi was going to be dismissed, even after winning the Nedbank Cup.</p><p>ALSO READ: Is Nabi still the right man to lead Chiefs?</p><p>“This news came from journalists, not from the club. Why all the time is it ‘Nabi, Nabi, Nabi,’ for what? All of Africa has been calling me to come coach them, thinking I’m a free agent,” Nabi told journalists on Saturday, after Amakhosi’s 1-1 Betway Premiership draw with Sekhukhune United at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane.</p>Chiefs’ Nabi – ‘It’s not correct’<p>“I respect all of you journalists and all journalists should also respect me because this news is bad for me, it creates confusion in my team.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Adams reacts to winning first league title with Sundowns </p> </p> </p><p>“And this is not correct, it’s not professional, and the information is not correct.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Chiefs are having another poor season in the Premiership, and Saturday’s draw means they remain outside the top eight, with just one game left to play.</p><p>A win at home to Polokwane City, however, is highly likely to be enough to qualify Nabi’s team for next season’s MTN8.</p><p>The race for a top eight spot is extremely close, with Chiefs in ninth place on 31 points, trailing seventh-placed Polokwane City by two points.</p><p>Chippa currently sit in eighth, narrowly ahead of Chiefs on goal difference. Marumo Gallants in tenth also have 31 points but are a long way behind Chiefs and Chippa on goal difference.</p><p> </p><p>The log-jam at the mid-to-bottom of the table is reflected in the fact that SuperSport United, who have three games left to play, can still make the top eight, but could also still be relegated.</p><p>If Chiefs are to beat Polokwane City, they will have to end a run of eight consecutive Premiership matches without a victory.</p><p>Winger Glody Lilepo grabbed Chiefs’ equaliser in Saturday’s draw with Sekhukhune, but Nabi feels there is still more to come from the Congolese forward.Lilepo signed for Chiefs in the January transfer window.</p>‘Not yet reached his full potential’<p>“We feel he is a player who has not yet reached his full potential … before coming here he spent some months without playing due to difficulties with his previous team,” said Nabi.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Nabi lauds debutante McCarthy</p><p>“Once he reaches his full physical potential and he understands his teammates and has had a good preseason, he is a player that can do more.”</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Betway Premiership Kaizer Chiefs F.C (AmaKhosi/Chiefs) Nedbank Cup Polokwane City F.C. </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Adams reacts to winning first league title with Sundowns <footer> 25 seconds ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Mgosi Midfielder headed for Pirates exit <footer> 19 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Sundowns’ Themba Zwane calls for focus ahead of CAF final <footer> 20 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Ribeiro brace hands Sundowns a perfect end to the season <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Chiefs coach Nabi - 'This news is bad for me'	查看 4340	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:12:38 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147332	有图 <p> The case was postponed due to an accused"s pregnancy. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Phala-Phala-trial.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>The entrance of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala game farm in Limpopo. Picture: www.actionsa.org.za</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>At least 22 witnesses are lined up to testify in the Phala Phala trial, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says. </p><p>Imanuwela David, Ndilinasho Joseph and Froliana Joseph appeared in the Modimolle Magistrate’s Court on Monday in connection with the theft at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm in February 2020.</p><p>They are accused of breaking in and stealing $580 000 (about R10.4 million).</p><p>ALSO READ:ConCourt ruling on Phala Phala report‘not a blow’ for Ramaphosa – Presidency</p><p>On Monday, Magistrate Peter Manthata granted a postponement of the matter to 15 September, 2025 due to Froliana Joseph’s pregnancy.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Cartoon of the day: 20 May 2025 </p> </p> </p><p>NPA Limpopo spokesperson Mashudu Malabi-Dzhangi said the 22 witnesses lined up for the trial showed that the state had a strong case against the three.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>However, the president will not be among the witnesses. </p><p>“We can get someone from the farm. It could be a manager or administrator to be part of the trial, not the president,” Malabi-Dzhangi told the SABC.</p><p>ALSO READ:Many compliance questions remain in Phala Phala dollar saga</p><p>She added that the NPA had filed an extradition request with the Namibian government for two more suspects. She said the trial against the three would continue while the state attempts to extradite the other two.</p><p> </p>Phala Phala spotlight<p>The theft at Ramaphosa’s farm was brought to light by former State Security Agency director-general Arthur Fraser after reporting the matter to the police in June 2022.</p><p>Fraser accused Ramaphosa of kidnapping and money laundering, triggering investigations into the president.</p><p>In November 2022, an independent panel appointed by then-National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula found that there was “prima facie” evidence that Ramaphosa may have violated sections 96(2)(a) of the constitution and 34(1) ofthe Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act with the aim of keeping the investigation of the theft private.</p><p>ALSO READ: ‘Phala Phala will never die’ – EFF and ATM take on Ramaphosa and NA over panel’s report</p><p> </p><p>In March 2023, members of parliament voted against a DA motion to establish an ad hoc committee to investigate the theft at the farm.</p><p>Since then, the NPA has decided not to pursue prosecution against Ramaphosa, while the Public Protector, the South African Revenue Service and the South African Reserve Bank have cleared him of wrongdoing.</p><p>Ramaphosa has denied any wrongdoing in the farm matter. </p><p>“I have endeavoured, throughout my tenure as president, not only to abide by my oath but to set an example of respect for the constitution, for its institutions, for due process and the law. </p><p> </p><p>“I categorically deny that I have violated this oath in any way, and I similarly deny that I am guilty of any of the allegations made against me,” he previously said in a statement.</p><p>READ: NEXT: ‘No dirty dollars’ – Ramaphosa calls out DA for ‘jumping to conclusions’ about farm matter</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cyril Ramaphosa Editor’s Choice money laundering Phala Phala Farmgate theft </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Opinion Cartoon of the day: 20 May 2025 <footer> 25 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Politics Proposed cleaning levy sparks legal challenge in Tshwane <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Ramaphosa not ‘apprehensive’ about meeting with Trump, Presidency says [VIDEO] <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News ‘Where’s my apology?’: Road rage victim still waiting for Aldrin Sampear to say sorry to her <footer> 12 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Will Ramaphosa testify in Phala Phala trial? NPA clears the air \| The Citizen	查看 4797	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:13:21 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147331	有图 <p> Police visited the school, but the rogue initiate hid from authorities, fearing he would be forced to return home. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Initiation-.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Image for illustrative purposes. Picture: Gallo Images / Sowetan / Thulani Mbele</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A family spent the weekend negotiating with traditional leaders for the release of a young boy from an initiation school.</p><p>The 17-year-old fled his home near Kwamhlanga in Mpumalanga at roughly 5pm on Friday evening, admitting himself without consent, placing the family at the mercy of the school.</p><p>Negotiations have since resolved tensions between the parties, and the boy has been allowed to stay at the initiation school.</p>Initiation school’s demands<p>After learning that the teenager — a Grade 10 pupil — had enrolled in the school, the family’s attempts to bring him back were met with a demand for R1 000, citing an alleged breach of initiation school protocol</p><p>The police visited the initiation school, but the rogue initiate hid from authorities, fearing he would be forced to return home.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> University of Mpumalanga produces first-ever PhD graduate </p> </p> </p><p>A representative of the initiation school spoke to The Citizen on Monday and clarified that the family signed a consent form after an early round of negotiations.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The boy’s father is currently unavailable to resolve the matter due to work commitments in Johannesburg, leaving negotiations to the rogue initiate’s older brother.</p><p>The brother argued that the initiate had not undergone a medical or other necessary tests required before admission.</p><p>As negotiations evolved, the initiation school demanded 50kg of maize meal, two blankets, toiletries, Umqombothi ingredients, and R3 500 for the entire initiation process.</p><p>On Sunday, initiate’s brother was granted an audience with the area’s chiefs, where he presented some items on the list of demands.</p><p> </p><p>The family was then issued with a receipt, whichThe Citizenhas seen, stating that the money and some of the maize was still owed.</p>‘Cultural implications’<p>The initiate’s brother was unable to elaborate on his brother’s intentions, guessing that it may be due to peer pressure or personal conviction.</p><p>He explained to The Citizen the family’s several concerns, namely: the boy’s physical safety, the costs incurred, and the traditional repercussions.</p><p>“The family doesn’t traditionally practice initiation ceremonies, and his participation might have cultural implications for his future life,” said the initiate’s brother</p><p> </p><p>“It’s alarming that some initiation schools are accepting initiates without involving their families. I think it’s crucial to focus on the potential risks and consequences of such actions, including physical harm, emotional trauma, and cultural conflicts.</p><p>“We need to ensure that these young boys are protected and that their rights are respected. Initiation schools should prioritise the boys’ safety and involve their families in the decision-making process,” he explained.</p>Initiation costs<p>The 17-year-old is likely to be away from home for roughly two months to complete the initiation, after which the family could incur more costs.</p><p>“The reasons the family has to pay the things mentioned are because, as he is there at the initiation school, there is no coming back without finishing the process,” said John.</p><p> </p><p>“They likely feel these demands are necessary for the traditional initiation process and expect the family to cover these costs as part of the initiation ritual,” he added.</p><p>The initiation school’s representative stressed that the school was registered with the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) and operated within the Customary Initiation Act.</p><p>Safety at initiation schools has been on Cogta’s agenda this year, with Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa launching an initiative to improve oversight at initiation schools.</p><p>“As Cogta, we stand firm in our resolve to work alongside traditional leaders to preserve our heritage while safeguarding the lives of initiates. Our shared goal is clear — zero deaths in the upcoming winter initiation season,” Hlabisa said in February.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: Initiation schools: Commission wants answers on why recommendations haven’t been carried out</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) initiation schools Mpumalanga </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Local News University of Mpumalanga produces first-ever PhD graduate <footer> 7 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Local News WATCH: 2 People killed in aircraft crash at Middelburg Airfield <footer> 7 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Two shot in attempted cash-in-transit heist <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Hawks find third hidden drug lab in Standerton crackdown [PICS] <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Boy runs away to join initiation school, family given list of items to secure his return \| The Citizen	查看 6131	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:35:06 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147330	有图 <p> Ramaphosa will have many issues to address with US President Donald Trump. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Cartoon-19-May-2025.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>President Cyril Ramaphosa left South Africa on Monday for a working visit to the United States (US), which will include meetings at the White House.</p><p>Chief among the topics Ramaphosa will address with US President Donald Trump is the misperception of a white genocide in South Africa. </p><p>There are, however, many issues that need to be discussed between the heads of state. </p><p>NOW READ: Ramaphosa must assure Trump of commitment to Afrikaner human rights</p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cartoon Cartoon of the day Cyril Ramaphosa Donald Trump </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> South Africa Ramaphosa not ‘apprehensive’ about meeting with Trump, Presidency says [VIDEO] <footer> 47 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Politics What those on the plane to Washington said prior to Trump-Ramaphosa showdown <footer> 14 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Ramaphosa meets Trump: Will Steenhuisen speak out on race-based laws? <footer> 15 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Courts Will Ramaphosa testify in Phala Phala trial? NPA clears the air <footer> 17 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </p> </p> Cartoon of the day: 19 May 2025 \| The Citizen	查看 2047	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:42:32 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147329	有图 <p> The first new generation RAV4 in seven years will use a revised TNGA-K platform, and seemingly only have hybrid and plug-in hybrid powerplant options. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/RAV4_04.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Rear-end styling taking hints from other models, namely the Mitsubishi Xpander and even the Peugeot 5008. Image: Toyota North America</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Toyota has released the first series of clearer teaser images of its new SUV debuting on 21 May, now officially confirmed as indeed the fifth generation RAV4.</p><p>One of its most important models, which last year became the world’s third best-seller with sales of 1.02-million units, the first new RAV4 in seven years will ride on the existing TNGA-K platform, but with speculated extensive revisions similar to those of the latest Camry.</p>What to expect<p>Previously teased via a series of overhead shots only, the latest depictions reveal part of the front facia resembling not only the Camry, but also the new C-HR and certain Lexus models.</p><p>ALSO READ: Toyota starts teasing new SUV rumoured to be the all-new RAV4</p><p>From a design and light cluster arrangement, the rear has seemingly been styled with hints from the new Avanza, Mitsubishi Xpander and even the Peugeot 5008.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Reports claim Rosslyn to be one of Nissan’s plants facing closure </p> </p> </p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/RAV4_01.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>Just visible front-end facia sports C-shaped headlights that cut into the grille, similar to the C-HR. Image: Toyota North America </sub></p><p>Already seen, the interior takes after the all-electric bZ4X, but with model specific detailing such as a box-type design for the digital instrument cluster and a freestanding infotainment system of unknown size.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Shown in spy images as having a silhouette similar to the Crown Signia, which replaced the Venza in the United States last year, the RAV4 will reportedly continue to be offered with hybrid and plug-in hybrid powerunits, though seemingly no longer with an electrically unassisted combustion engine option.</p>Watch this space<p>The model that unsettled the Ford F-150 to become the US’ best-selling vehicle last year with sales of 475193 versus 460915 units, the RAV4 will most likely go on-sale around year-end in Japan and the States before being exported to other markets later.</p><p>As such, market availability for South Africa will only be announced at a later stage. If approved, expect sales to possibly start by the end of 2025 or in early 2026.</p><p>ALSO READ:Report claims current Toyota RAV4 continuing until 2025</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Share this article <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Motoring News Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) Toyota </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Motoring Reports claim Rosslyn to be one of Nissan’s plants facing closure <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Regional Extreme Festival delivers the magic to Zwartkops faithful <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Mid-range Range Rover Sport HSE shows why it is the one to have <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring VIDEO: Inside Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa’s new ‘man-cave’ <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p>Download our app</p> </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/app-store-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/assets/img/google-play-badge.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> Toyota drops clearer teasers of new SUV, confirms it as next RAV4	查看 4469	《公民报》	2025-05-19 18:43:45 2025-05-20 12:48:35	word
3147328	有图 <p> With a drink in one hand and confidence in the other, she leans in toward Phori’s face, seemingly going in for a kiss. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ED_445321-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: Gallo Images/Oupa Bopape</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>In a viral moment that has left social media in heated debate, an overzealous female fan stormed DJ Maphorisa’s set, bottle in hand, and attempted to plant a kiss on the Amapiano king mid-performance.</p><p>“Imagine seeing your girl doing this…people have no boundaries!” said @SbuWav on X (Twitter).</p><p>The incident, which took place over the weekend, was caught on video and quickly made the rounds online, sparking a fierce cultural conversation about boundaries, fan behaviour, and celebrity reactions.</p><p>Dj Maphorisa moving away from a lady who attempted to kiss him on stage. Women are something else dammmm</p><p> pic.twitter.com/0OCIyCVtA1</p>— Misinformation Crusher (@MisInfoCrusher) May 18, 2025 <p>The footage shows Themba Sonnyboy Sekowe, popularly known as Maphorisa, deep in his set when a visibly excited fan evades security and leaps into the DJ booth.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> WATCH: A history of violence – Shebeshxt’s knife attack caught on camera </p> </p> </p><p>With a drink in one hand and confidence in the other, she leans in toward Phori’s face, seemingly going in for a kiss.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Startled, Maphorisa instinctively flinches and moves to the edge of the booth. Security quickly intervenes, gently escorting the woman from the stage without incident.<gwmw></gwmw></p>Netizens were divided<p> Some believed Maphorisa handled the situation appropriately, while others accused him of coldness. Comparisons were quickly drawn between Phori and his protégé, Scotts Maphuma, who recently faced backlash for allegedly mistreating fans.<gwmw></gwmw><gwmw></gwmw></p><p>“What DJ Maphorisa did was wrong. He’s got the same attitude as that Scotts Maphuma guy. The woman was showing him love — he should have returned the favour by kissing her on the cheek,” wrote one X user.</p><p>ALSO READ: Tyla thrilled to host Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2025</p><p> </p>But many pushed back<gwmw></gwmw><p>“There is nothing wrong with what he did. If tables were turned, he was gonna be called all sorts of names.” </p><p>“Why is it right for female fans to go on stage and kiss DJs, but it’s wrong when men try to kiss Lamiez Holworthy or Makhadzi?”<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Some went further, warning that public rejection could have lasting effects:</p><p>“What DJ Maphorisa did to her can’t be undone. Depression loading…”</p><p> </p><p>The moment has brought up bigger questions around celebrity-fan interactions, entitlement, and safety on stage. </p><p>Maphorisa, who is no stranger to controversy, has not publicly addressed the incident yet, but his track record suggests he might take to Instagram Live soon. Just last week, in the wake of Scotts Maphuma’s online apology, Phori ranted about how podcasts fuel “salacious drama” that damages artists’ reputations.</p><p>Di Podcast Di faka up Di bag tsa rona shame 💔 I wish they knew Di damages they causing Emotionally n Financially Mara Fede 🙏🏿</p>— PorryMaduMoneyDoubleTrouble (@DjMaphorisa) May 8, 2025 <p>Known for being outspoken and unfiltered, DJ Maphorisa has often used his platform to call out trends he disapproves of, ranging from media manipulation to industry exploitation. </p><p> </p><p>Whether or not he speaks up on this particular matter, fans and critics are watching closely.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Meanwhile, with a major show at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria coming up, where he’ll share the stage with Kabza De Small, the producer may need to reassess his security setup.</p><p>This kiss attempt, while seemingly harmless, has raised alarm bells about access, safety, and the thin line between fan adoration and invasion.<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>As Twitter debates rage on, one thing’s for sure: being a superstar in South Africa means dodging more than just bad press. 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