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3163067	有图 <p> The Bulls coach said he favours his tighthead prop to win the honours after dominating scrums and demoralising opponents in the set-piece. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Wilco-Louw.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Bulls prop Wilco Louw is one of three players nominated for the SA URC Player of the Year Award. Picture: Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Without snubbing his star No 8, Cameron Hanekom, who has also been nominated, Bulls coach Jake White hopes his front-row man Wilco Louw wins this year’s South African URC Player of the Season award.</p><p>The Pretoria pair are joined by Stormers flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu as the three players nominated for United Rugby Championship honours after votes from the four franchises and members of the media closed last week. The winner will be announced next Thursday as part of the annual URC Awards.</p><p>While White has previously said the Bulls could not be known only for their forward strength, it was their scrums and mauls that have led to their dominance this URC season, driving their second-place finish in the league phase and being directly responsible for their history-making tour in Europe.</p><p>It was also their scrum turnover that led to a last-minute match-winning penalty kick that ended Leinster’s 12-game winning streak. Louw only played 52 minutes in that match and was not there at the death, but his example has spearheaded the Bulls’ success in the set-piece.</p>Bulls coach sings Louw’s praises<p>White sang Louw’s praises during a field session as the Bulls prepare for their quarter-final against Edinburgh on Saturday (kick-off 1.30pm).</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> URC result: Poor defence proves costly as Stormers knocked out by Glasgow </p> </p> </p><p>“I’m obviously biased, but I just think that what he’s done for our team just by putting him there has allowed us to play the way we do,” the Bulls coach said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“When did you ever get a tighthead prop who’s been nominated for a prize in South Africa. I genuinely hope that he wins it because everyone spoke about what the premium is on tightheads.</p><p>“You look at the Stormers when they dominated this competition. They had [Frans] Malherbe and Steven [Kitshoff] and it just showed the value of having those kinds of players in your front row.”</p><p>White said Hanekom and Feinberg-Mngomezulu had played very well. But Louw stood out in set-piece dominance, which controlled games.</p><p>“I think anyone who understands rugby… Doc Craven always said, when they asked him, ‘What is the most important position on the field?’ He said tighthead prop. When they asked him the second-most important, he said the reserve tighthead prop.”</p><p> </p>Louw controls momentum, demoralises opponents<p>Louw only has one try to his name across his 15 URC and four Champions Cup and Challenge Cup fixtures this season. He has also never scored a try in 16 Tests for the Springboks.</p><p>But that means nothing after winning possession and penalties with set-piece dominance, and demoralising opposition.</p><p>“It just again stresses the importance of having a tighthead prop that can even be nominated,” White added. “I remember in my time, Os du Randt was nominated rugby player of the year. But I can’t remember too many rugby props being on shortlists for any players of the tournament.”</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 Bulls Rugby Team Jake White United Rugby Championship </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Rugby URC result: Poor defence proves costly as Stormers knocked out by Glasgow <footer> 5 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Edinburgh look to discipline as they hope to beat Bulls for first time in Pretoria <footer> 9 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Stormers aim to blitz Glasgow with their ‘bomb squad’ in URC quarterfinal <footer> 12 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby White names Bok-laden Bulls team for URC quarterfinal <footer> 14 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> Jake White backs Wilco Louw to be SA's URC player of the year \| The Citizen	查看 4784	《公民报》	2025-05-29 16:42:55 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163066	有图 <p> According to the department, all applications must be submitted via the GDE Online Admissions System. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MEC1-1200x801-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane.Picture Neil McCartney</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) has officially announced the dates for the 2026 online admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 pupils.</p><p>This was announced on Thursday by Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, during a media briefing at Greenside High School in Johannesburg.</p><p>The application window will open on Thursday, 24 July 2025, at 8am and close on Friday, 29 August 2025, at midnight.</p><p>According to the department, all applications must be submitted via the GDE Online Admissions System.</p><p>“All parents and guardians in Gauteng with children going to Grade 1 or Grade 8 in the 2026 Academic Year must apply online,” the department said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Laerskool Dalmondeor staff member arrested for alleged sexual assault of grade 2 pupil </p> </p> </p>Here is how to apply<p>Parents are urged to apply within the designated period to avoid limited school choices. It further highlighted that school capacities fill quickly.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Parents applying late do not have a wide choice of schools,” the GDE warned, </p><p>To ensure a successful application, parents must complete the five-step online process:</p>Register parent/guardian detailsRegister home addressRegister the student’s detailsApply to a maximum of five schoolsUpload or submit supporting documents within seven school days<p>Failure to complete all five steps will result in the application being deemed incomplete.</p><p>“Applicants who have registered their details without applying to any school will not be considered for placement,” the department cautioned.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ:More issues at GDE: Principal probe, school fires, and budget tug-of-war unpacked</p>Documents required<p>According to the department, the certified copies of the following documents are needed:</p>Parent ID,Child’s birth certificate,Proof of home and work addresses,Grade 7 report (for Grade 8 applicants), and clinic card (for Grade 1 applicants).<p>These can be uploaded online or submitted in person at selected schools.</p><p>Placement SMSes will be sent to parents from 16 October 2025, and the department has committed to placing every learner. </p><p> </p><p>“The placement period will continue until the very last learner is placed,” it confirmed.</p><p>ALSO READ: Jobs for cash, missing millions and fire chaos: Gauteng education responds to school scandals</p>Free help available<p>According to the GDE, to support applicants without internet access, the department has set up 81 decentralised walk-in centres across Gauteng. Assistance at these centres is free.</p><p>“Parents should not go to businesses that require them to pay a fee under the guise of helping them apply,” the department stressed.</p><p> </p><p>For more details, parents are urged to visit the Gauteng Department of Education’s website or call 0800 000 789.</p><p>NOW READ: Snakes and poor conditions for learning: Parents fear for their children’s lives at Gauteng school</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 education department Gauteng Department of Education(GDE) school </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Crime Laerskool Dalmondeor staff member arrested for alleged sexual assault of grade 2 pupil <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Education More issues at GDE: Principal probe, school fires, and budget tug-of-war unpacked <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Education Jobs for cash, missing millions and fire chaos: Gauteng education responds to school scandals <footer> 4 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Local News Sunward Park maths teachers crowned best in Ekurhuleni <footer> 5 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> Gauteng education drops 2026 school admission dates	查看 4704	《公民报》	2025-05-29 16:46:14 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163065	有图 <p> A mid-year review is set for 31 July to assess progress and ensure all pupils are fully integrated into the standard curriculum by term 4. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/school-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Learning and teaching only began on 12 May, despite the satellite school being scheduled to open on 5 May. Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Gauteng department of education on Wednesday confirmed that curriculum delivery is back on track at Tanganani Primary School in Diepsloot after a delayed start to the 2025 academic year caused by community disruptions.</p><p>Learning and teaching only began on 12 May, despite the satellite school being scheduled to open on 5 May.</p><p>According to the department, the delay stemmed from “demands for economic beneficiation” in the community, which were “beyond the control of the department”.</p>Subject advisors deployed to avoid academic disruptions<p>To ensure that teaching was not completely halted during the delay, the department deployed office-based subject advisors as interim teachers.</p><p>“This measure ensured that academic activities continued while the recruitment of permanent teachers proceeded,” the department said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Remains of missing toddler Kutlwano Shalaba found in shallow grave </p> </p> </p><p>Interviews for full-time teaching posts were finalised on 21 May, and those appointed are expected to report for duty on 2 June.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>In addition, the department plans to advertise three more posts to strengthen teaching capacity.</p><p>ALSO READ:KZN Education welcomes arrest of alleged serial school rapist</p>Catch-up programme in motion<p>To compensate for lost teaching time, the department has launched a range of targeted catch-up initiatives.</p><p>Baseline assessments were conducted between 12 and 16 May, with intervention programmes starting on 23 May.</p><p> </p><p>“Remedial teaching and peer-supported learning sessions will continue until 30 September, 2025,” the department stated.</p><p>A mid-year review is set for 31 July to assess progress and ensure all pupils are fully integrated into the standard curriculum by term 4.</p><p>ALSO READ:Jobs for cash, missing millions and fire chaos: Gauteng education responds to school scandals</p><p>Facilities in place despite initial construction delays<p>The department confirmed that 18 classrooms have been delivered and are fully functional.</p><p> </p><p>The premises are secured with fencing and lockable gates, and there are flushing mobile toilets.</p><p>Water tankers have also been provided to ensure a consistent supply.</p><p>“To provide temporary electricity, a generator was delivered on 15 May. A kiosk was installed on 24 May, with full power distribution expected by 27 May,” the department said.</p></p><p>ALSO READ:More issues at GDE: Principal probe, school fires, and budget tug-of-war unpacked</p><p> </p>Funding for quintile 5 schools<p>Meanwhile, it also announced it had allocated R671 million to quintile 5 schools in Gauteng for the 2024-25 financial year.</p><p>Fee-paying Quintile 4 and 5 schools received R838 per pupil, while no-fee-paying schools in the same quintiles received R1 672 per pupil.</p><p>Afrikaans-medium quintile 5 schools received R75.5 million, benefiting 103 schools across the province.</p><p>The department reaffirmed its commitment to “delivering quality education and ensuring that all students, regardless of their geographical or socio-economic background, have access to safe, supportive, and well-resourced learning environments”.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ:Snakes and poor conditions for learning: Parents fear for their children’s lives at Gauteng school</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 Diepsloot Gauteng Gauteng Department of Education(GDE) SCHOOLS </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Crime Remains of missing toddler Kutlwano Shalaba found in shallow grave <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News SIU blocks R3.3 million pension payout of former Gauteng HOD <footer> 2 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Staff and management at Mbombela school at loggerheads over alleged mismanagement <footer> 9 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Laerskool Dalmondeor staff member arrested for alleged sexual assault of grade 2 pupil <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> GDE scrambles to fix curriculum chaos at school after delays	查看 5141	《公民报》	2025-05-29 16:50:16 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163064	有图 <p> Melissa Reddy is among the seven journalists that UK media company Sky Sports is letting go as they look to modernise their coverage. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Melissa-Reddy-Sky-Sports.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>SA brodcastr Melissa Reddy has opned up about her time at Sky Sports as she leaves the channel. Picture: melissa_reddy/Instagram</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>South African broadcaster Melissa Reddy has bid farewell to Sky Sports and in her farewell message highlighted the xenophobia, misogyny and racism that she experienced during her time.</p><p>“After the first press conference I covered in England all those years back, a journalist turned to the press officer and said ‘why are you letting them come over here and take our jobs’,” she said in a long post on her Instagram account.</p><p>The 38-year-old broadcaster’s name was among the seven journalists that UK media company Sky Sports let go of as they look to modernise their coverage.</p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by Melissa Reddy (@melissa_reddy)</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Mohamed Salah: Liverpool’s Egyptian King </p> </p> </p><p>Reddy joined Sky in 2022; however, she has been covering the Premier League for more than a decade.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Eleventh season of Premier League coverage done and I’ve called time on three years at Sky. </p><p>“I’ll still be doing bits and bobs for them but I’m genuinely soooo excited to share all the things I’ll be working on soon, which will allow me to focus on my strengths and passions,” she said.</p><p>ALSO READ: American Music Awards box Tyla as she wins Afrobeats Artist of the Year despite call for diversity</p>Reddy taking abuse<p>In a message on Instagram, Reddy said that despite her years of experience as a senior broadcaster, she still had to contend with those who questioned her as a woman, an expat and a person of colour.</p><p> </p><p>“I would love to be able to say that things have changed in that regard, but alas… the abuse as a foreign woman of colour in this sphere never ceases. </p><p>“I will always be stronger than the hate; I know who I am, I know the substance of my work.”</p><p>Despite this, Reddy said she made some great memories during her time at Sky.</p><p>Her Instagram post included photos of her interviewing Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim, as well as another shot of her outside Liverpool’s training ground.</p><p> </p><p>Of the 20 photos and videos of her time at Sky, the most heartwarming is probably the one of Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah noticing her before walking down the tunnel at Old Trafford and stopping to hug her.</p><p>“The messages I’ve received from managers, players, club staff, my Sky and wider industry colleagues – people who know me, my journey and sacrifices over the past decade – carry more weight than any of the nasty noise.”</p><p>Fellow sports broadcaster South Africa’s Mpho Maboi said Reddy was a beacon of pride.</p><p>“You’re such a beacon of pride for some of us. Proudly flying the SA flag and doing it with aplomb. </p><p> </p><p>“All the best on your new journey. Onwards and upwards.”</p><p>NOW READ: Trevor Noah questioned over silence on Trump’s claim of ‘white genocide’ 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 Manchester United F.C. Mohamed Salah Premier League (EPL) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> World Soccer Mohamed Salah: Liverpool’s Egyptian King <footer> 1 month ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> World Soccer Salah signs new two-year deal with Liverpool <footer> 1 month ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> World Soccer Salah getting closer to new Liverpool deal: reports <footer> 1 month ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> World Soccer African stars Salah and Hakimi eyeing 2026 World Cup <footer> 2 months 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> ‘The abuse as a foreign woman of colour in this sphere never ceases:’ Melissa Reddy leaves Sky Sports \| The Citizen	查看 4690	《公民报》	2025-05-29 17:22:59 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163063	有图 <p> Once Upon a Time in Joburg is a locally owned live music mini-concert festival, showcasing a strong focus on R&B and Neo-Soul. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Once-Upon-A-Time-RB.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Once Upon A Time Joburg announced Sasha Keable and GoldLink as this year’s hadliners. Pictures: sashakeable/Instagram, Joseph Okpako/ Getty Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The notion that Rhythm and Blues (R&B) is dying stems from the fact that the genre is no longer as prominent as it was in the 1990s.</p><p>However, organisers of the music concert Once Upon A Time Joburg say the genre is alive and well, as they announced UK singer Sasha Keable and US rap singer GoldLink to their lineup for this year’s edition.</p><p>“We’ve heard that narrative — that R&B is dying — but it doesn’t reflect what we’re seeing on the ground,” Once Upon A Time Joburg founder Onye Iheukwumere, tells The Citizen.</p><p>Once Upon a Time in Joburg is a locally owned live music mini-concert festival, organised by Dr Bird Productions. The concert has a strong focus on R&B and Neo-Soul.</p><p>Last year’s edition had singer Marcus Harvey, Simmy, Fif_Laaa, and the US’s Xavier Omar as its headliners. That edition had more than 2,000 people in attendance.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Ramaphosa to deliver eulogy at funeral of struggle veteran Gertrude Shope </p> </p> </p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by Once Upon A Time (@onceuponatimeinjoburg)</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“The energy in the room reminded us why we started this in the first place. It showed us there’s a real appetite for this kind of event — something soulful, curated, and intentional,” Iheukwumere says.</p><p>“We love R&B. And while it might not dominate the charts the way it used to, it hasn’t lost its power when it comes to live experiences.”</p><p>This year’s edition of 21st of Once Upon a Time in Joburg will take place on June 21 at the James & Ethel Gray Park in Joburg.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Langa Mavuso on holding the fort for R&B and being awarded for it</p>Black women keeping R&B alive<p>Iheukwumere says black women, who are large consumers of the genre, have kept R&B alive.</p><p>“Especially in South Africa, where Black women, across all age groups, are still showing up for this music. They’re the ones driving concert attendance, and they’re the ones we’re building this for,” said the event organiser.</p><p>He adds that there may be a dip in sales for R&B artists, but there’s still a deep love for the genre.</p><p> </p><p>“People love songs—songs with emotion, with storytelling-and R&B still delivers that.”</p><p>As much as Once Upon a Time in Joburg champions R&B, Iheukwumere says that they don’t see themselves strictly as an R&B festival.</p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by Once Upon A Time (@onceuponatimeinjoburg)</p><p> </p><p>“At our core, we’re a concert experience that celebrates great singing and songwriting. That opens the door for us to include artists who may not be traditional R&B but who make moving, well-crafted music.”</p><p>US singer and rapper GoldLink fits this description, as his music features melodies and harmonies characteristic of R&B, but also boasts raps that carry enough grit to stand alongside those of other rappers.</p><p>“GoldLink felt like the right move for where we’re at. He has an enduring fan base here — people who discovered him early and have stayed with him over the years,” shares Iheukwumere.</p><p>In 2019, GoldLink performed in Joburg at AFROPUNK. The year before, he was scheduled to perform at the Rocking the Daisies festival but was unable to travel to Mzansi due to unforeseen personal health reasons.</p><p> </p><p>“His catalogue has depth, and it connects across R&B, hip-hop, and alternative spaces. There’s a lot of nostalgia attached to his music, especially for those who were on that journey with him from the start. He fits the vibe of what we’re building perfectly.”</p><p>GoldLink recently announced that he will release an album on Friday.</p><p>ALSO READ: Hey Neighbour Festival waves goodbye to Friday, trims down to two days</p>Sasha Keable<p>Despite GoldLink being the most prominent artist on this year’s line-up, Iheukwumere says the UK’s Sasha Keable is this year’s headline act.</p><p>This is because Once Upon A Time Joburg sees itself as a platform to introduce unfamiliar talent to the local market. “To shine a light on artists who may not have had their moment here yet,” says Iheukwumere.</p><p>Speaking about Keable, the organisers describe her as “soulful, powerful, and has a voice that cuts through. We’re really excited to be introducing her to a broader audience in South Africa.”</p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by On The Radar With Gabe P📻 (@ontheradarradio)</p><p>Ever since her formative teenage years, the 31-year-old musician has consistently used music as a means of working through heartbreak and trauma, as well as celebrating joy and love.</p><p>Growing up, Keable’s Colombian mother played Latin music at home, while visits to her dad’s included everything from Aerosmith to Seal.</p><p>As a teenager, she was immersed in South London’s vibrant R&B and rap scene.</p><p>“I’ve always loved storytellers and artists that aren’t afraid to bare their soul,” she said, citing Donny Hathaway, Amy Winehouse and Stevie Wonder as some of the artists that shaped her early songwriting.</p><p>NOW READ: American Music Awards box Tyla as she wins Afrobeats Artist of the Year despite call for diversity</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 concert festival Johannesburg rapper singer </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News Ramaphosa to deliver eulogy at funeral of struggle veteran Gertrude Shope <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Laerskool Dalmondeor staff member arrested for alleged sexual assault of grade 2 pupil <footer> 22 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Gauteng mayors unite to tackle toxic rivers <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Big development in search for Olorato Mongale’s killers <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> R&B is alive and well: Sasha Keable and GoldLink join festival line-up in South Africa \| The Citizen	查看 7310	《公民报》	2025-05-29 17:23:42 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163062	有图 <p> There is also plenty of interest in the Champions League final in Europe, where PSG take on Inter Milan. </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/Sundowns-Pyramids-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p>Pyramids FC players celebrate at the final whistle after beating Sundowns in the first leg of their Champions League final match at Loftus last weekend. Picture: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Another exciting weekend of sport awaits us. There’s plenty to keep football and rugby fans entertained, with these clashes our highlights.</p>Football<p>PSG v Inter</p><p>PSG’s trouble-filled efforts to win the Uefa Champions League could finally come to a happy ending on Saturday evening, as they take on Inter Milan at the Allianz Arena in Munich.</p><p>Since they were injected with Qatari billions following their purchase by QSI in 2011, the Champions League has been the holy grail for the Paris side.</p><p>Yet they have only reached one previous final, losing 1-0 to Bayern Munich in 2019. This time they will be favourites to beat Inter.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Plumtree says Sharks will win ugly if they have to </p> </p> </p><p>But Simone Inzaghi’s side have already sprung a couple of surprises in this year’s tournament, taking down Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals and Barcelona in the semis.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Prediction: PSG 2 Inter 1</p><p>Pyramids FC v Sundowns</p><p>Mamelodi Sundowns have it all to do on Sunday when they take on Pyramids FC at the June 30 Stadium in Cairo in the second leg of their Caf Champions League final.</p><p>A last-gasp equaliser from Pyramids in Tshwane gave the Egyptian side a precious away goal to take back home, and they now know they will win a first ever Champions League if they can stop Sundowns from scoring.</p><p> </p><p>Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso must get another good performance out of his team away from home.</p><p>Sundowns showed in the semifinals, when they won with a 1-1 draw in the second leg against Al Ahly in Cairo, that they are a force to be reckoned with on their travels.</p><p>Cardoso’s side will probably look to keep it tight and hit Pyramids with a sucker punch. Expect a tight affair, but Sundowns might just sneak it.</p><p>Prediction: Pyramids 0 Sundowns 1</p><p> </p>Rugby<p>URC quarterfinals</p><p>The Stormers take on Glasgow in Scotland on Friday night, while the Bulls host Edinburgh and the Sharks welcome Munster on Saturday.</p><p>It will take something special for the Stormers to win on the road, but expect big home games by the Bulls and Sharks. Unfortunately, South Africa might have just one team in the semifinals next week.</p><p>For my money the Sharks have not been strong enough, in all departments, to progress beyond this stage, while the Stormers face a tough time against the defending champions, who’ll have a point to prove.</p><p> </p><p>Jake White’s Bulls also have a tough encounter against a side who have found way to make life difficult for them, and they have Sean Everitt coaching them, but expect them to come out on top.</p><p>Prediction: Bulls to win, Stormers and Sharks to lose</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 CAF Champions league Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. (Sundowns) United Rugby Championship </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Rugby Plumtree says Sharks will win ugly if they have to <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Jake White: Bulls’ previous loss to Edinburgh was a ‘blessing’ <footer> 2 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby URC result: Poor defence proves costly as Stormers knocked out by Glasgow <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Edinburgh look to discipline as they hope to beat Bulls for first time in Pretoria <footer> 16 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> All eyes on Sundowns and SA's three URC quarterfinalists \| The Citizen	查看 4823	《公民报》	2025-05-29 17:30:55 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163061	有图 <p> Activists from various civil organsations demonstrated outside the Glencore head office in Melrose Arch. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-4.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Activists from various civil organsations demonstrate, 28 May 2025, at the head offices of Glencore at Merose Arch in Johannesburg. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The demonstration coincided with the Glencore global AGM taking place in Switzerland. </p><p>The protesters gathered in support of the Palestinian people, claiming that Glencore exports South African coal to Israel, which in turn powers Israel’s coal-fired power stations, thereby supporting Israel’s attacks on the Palestinians. </p><p>Additionally, the demonstrators protested against the environmental impact of coal mining, for communities affected by coal extraction, and for climate damage.</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/glencore-palestine-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-2.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-3.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-4.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer">Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-5.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-6.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-7.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-8.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-9.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-10.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-11.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/glencore-palestine-12.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<p>MORE: 24 hours in pictures, 28 May 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 gallery News Today photography pictures </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Multimedia 24 hours in pictures, 30 May 2025 <footer> 8 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Multimedia 24 hours in pictures, 29 May 2025 <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Multimedia 24 hours in pictures, 28 May 2025 <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Multimedia 24 hours in pictures, 27 May 2025 <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> PICTURES: Pro-Palestine group demonstrate at Glencore \| The Citizen	查看 4967	《公民报》	2025-05-29 17:37:37 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163060	有图 <p> "It will definitely be a bonus to go there as African champions. It"s a motivation for us and it"s something that we want to do," Motsepe said. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/B25EXGB1672-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Tlhopane Tlhopie Motsepe of Sundowns during the CAF Champions League 2024/25 final against Pyramids last Loftus Stadium, Pretoria on 24 May 2025 ©Gavin Barker/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Mamelodi Sundowns are just one step away from glory as they prepare to take on Egypt’s Pyramids FC in the second leg of the CAF Champions League final this Sunday.</p><p>Following a 1-1 draw in the first leg at Loftus Versfeld last Saturday, the Brazilians face a tough challenge in Cairo, needing a win or a high-scoring draw.</p><p>ALSO READ: Orlando Pirates held by Magesi in Maela’s last game</p><p>Having lifted their first Champions League title in 2016, they now aim for a second continental crown in what is their third final appearance. Their first came in 2001 where they fell to Egyptian powerhouse and record holders Al-Ahly.</p><p>The Tshwane giants will also participate in next month’s FIFA Club World Cup in the United States of America. Club chairman Tlhopie Motsepe is hoping to go into that tournament as African champions.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Egypt’s Pyramids seek support as they aim to take down Sundowns </p> </p> </p><p>“It will definitely be a bonus to go there as African champions. It’s a motivation for us and it’s something that we want to do,” Motsepe said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“We have that opportunity and that privilege to participate in the final this Sunday. Is something that we’ve longed for in a very long time and something that we have cherished as a football club.</p><p>“Every season, this is something that we try to achieve. It’s something that we will always continue to strive for. We’re one step away from doing that so it’s a wonderful opportunity and we have complete faith in the players, the coach and the yellow nation.”</p><p>Should Sundowns emerge victorious on Sunday, it will be a significant boost before taking on some of the world’s top clubs in what will be only their second appearance at the global tournament.</p><p>Drawn in a challenging group featuring German heavyweights Borussia Dortmund, Brazil’s Fluminense, and Ulsan of South Korea, Motsepe says the team is eager to display their renowned free-flowing football on the international stage.</p><p> </p><p>“We are an inspirational football club and I always say this but it’s the truth because we have the responsibility to play daring and entertaining football, ” he added.</p><p>“We also have a responsibility to give people hope through football. Our motto is ‘ The Sky is the Limit ‘so we are going to go out there and not limit our ability as a football club.</p><p>ALSO READ: Could the Premiership relegation battle be decided in court?</p><p>“We will show the world African excellence. When we went there for the first time in 2016, we were happy to be there and it was about us showing our culture and who we were. This time, I think we’ve learned our lessons and will go there wiser, stronger and bolder.”</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 CAF Champions league Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. (Sundowns) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Egypt’s Pyramids seek support as they aim to take down Sundowns <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL OPINION: Has CAF football become boring? <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Ahly confirm appointment of ex-Pirates coach Riveiro <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Best Bets All eyes on Sundowns and SA’s three URC quarterfinalists <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> Sundowns boss targeting CAF title ahead of Club World Cup	查看 4585	《公民报》	2025-05-29 17:52:47 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163059	有图 <p> Availability to key export markets, which could include South Africa, has been approved. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Radar-King-Kong-EM-P-PHEV.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Known as the Radar Horizon King Kong EM-P in China, the export version will again be sold as the Riddara RD6, affixed with the EM-P nomenclature. Image: paultan.org </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Supposed to have been shown at the Nampo Agricultural Expo in Bothaville in the Free State last month, which never happened due to apparent shipping delays, Geely-owned Radar Auto has debuted a first-time plug-in hybrid version of the Horizon bakkie in China known as the Horizon King Kong EM-P.</p><p>The latter suffix also used by Great Wall Motors (GWM) for its King Kong Cannon that sits below the Poer, known locally as the P Series and after its recent facelift, P300, the Horizon King Kong EM-P appears unchanged aesthetically from the electric derivative that has been on-sale in the People’s Republic since 2022.</p>Combustion joins EV<p>Renamed Riddara RD6 in export markets, which will soon include South Africa, the plug-in hybrid setup combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a 19-kWh battery pack powering two electric motors.</p><p>ALSO READ: Riddara RD6 electric bakkie penned-in for Nampo showing</p><p>Hooked to a three-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT), the Horizon King Kong EM-P has a combined system output of 260kW/914Nm, which Radar claims will see it get from 0-100 km/h in 6.3 seconds and in 8.6 seconds with its maximum payload of 1000 kg in the loadbin.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> PODCAST: What closure of Nissan Rosslyn plant means for Mzansi </p> </p> </p><p>Geely launched the Radar King Kong EM-P pickup truck in China with a starting price of 19,400 USD. To launch overseas as Riddara RD6 EM-P. </p><p>👇https://t.co/RIhxUkwo3I</p><p> </p><p> </p>— CarNewsChina.com (@CarNewsChina) May 28, 2025 <p>Able to travel 100 km on the electric hardware alone, based on China’s CLTC measurements, the Horizon King Kong EM-P has a combined range of 1068 km when taking the petrol engine into consideration, and supports vehicle-to-load (V2L) charging of up to 3.3 kW.</p>What has stayed the same<p>Dimensionally, the Horizon King Kong EM-P remains unchanged from the EV with an overall length of 5260 mm, wheelbase of 3120 mm, height of 1865 mm and width of 1900 mm.</p><p>A long wheelbase version will, however, also be offered with dimensions of 5550 mm, a wheelbase of 3310 mm and the same height and width as the conventional variant.</p><p>Regardless, both bodystyles have a ground clearance of 225 mm, the same as the EV. Claimed loadbin capacity is 1200-litres, though the figure for the long wheelbase wasn’t disclosed.</p><p> </p><p>Being all-wheel-drive from the start also means the inclusion of four off-road modes; Snow, Mud, Sand and Off-Road.</p><p>Inside, the Radar Horizon King Kong EM-P differs little from the EV, bar new instruments inside the 10.2-inch cluster due to the fitting of the combustion engine.</p><p>The rest of the interior’s layout is otherwise identical and will most likely feature the same assortment of specification items as the electric model.</p>South Africa awaits<p>Now on-sale in China in three variants priced from 139800 yuan to 159800 yuan, which directly converts from R346 695 and R396 293, the Radar Horizon King Kong EM-P has been approved for export markets under the Riddara RD6 EM-P moniker from later this year.</p><p> </p><p>At present, it remains to be seen whether local importer, Enviro Automotive, will see it fit to offer the plug-in hybrid in South Africa as an alternative to the EV.</p><p>For the moment, pricing of the latter is unknown, with the only hint being Enviro’s promise that it has “implemented significant price reductions” as a means of making the RD6 a “compelling and economically sound alternative to [its] internal combustion engine counterparts”.</p><p>Originally planned for introduction this month, which subsequently became the Nampo no-show, expect more details about the electric RD6 to be announced in due course.</p><p>Additional information from carnewschina.com and paultan.org.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ:Riddara RD6 plugged-in as South Africa’s first electric bakkie</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 bakkie hybrid Motoring News </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Motoring PODCAST: What closure of Nissan Rosslyn plant means for Mzansi <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Nissan Spirit of Africa shows how competition 4×4-ing should be <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Boxy and rugged returns as Jeep starts teasing all-new Cherokee <footer> 21 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Indian pre-production of first South Africa-bound new Nissan starts <footer> 1 day 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> Riddara RD6 no longer an EV-only as new plug-in hybrid debuts	查看 5827	《公民报》	2025-05-29 18:31:46 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163058	有图 <p> Officers are expected to utilise limited resources ‘in the very best possible way to ensure that communities are getting the services, police management says. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Top-police-stations-murder.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Parliamentary oversight visits reveal that detectives are taking photographs of crime scenes and perpetrators on their personal cellphones, raising serious concerns about evidence integrity and witness protection. Photo: iStock </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Cape Town’s most crime-ridden police stations are operating with barely any resources, with some having just one operational vehicle and detectives forced to share four cellphones among 30 officers, parliament’s portfolio committee on police heard during a quarterly crime statistics briefing.</p><p>The shocking revelations emerged during questioning of South African Police Service (Saps) leadership about the country’s latest crime figures, which showed mixed results with murder rates declining slightly but rape cases continuing an alarming upward trend.</p><p>Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu released the quarterly crime statistics last week.</p>Crisis of lack of police resources cripples crime fighting<p>ActionSA MP Dereleen James, who has visited nearly 20 police stations primarily in the Western Cape, painted a stark picture of under-resourced law enforcement facilities.</p><p>“This week I visited Delft and Kent police stations. It is shocking to hear the national commissioner say that you have 30 detectives and for the 30 they only have four cell phones,” she told the committee.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Ex-Nelson Mandela bodyguard Andre Lincoln dies </p> </p> </p><p>James added that Delft police station, which ranks number one in the crime statistics, operates with only one vehicle.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“That is having a conventional approach for unconventional crime in these areas.”</p><p>James said when she contacted the Western Cape commissioner about the communication problems, she was told “the community is meant to call the station in order to get hold of a detective”.</p><p>However, James argued this approach is impractical given the poor infrastructure at these stations.</p>Police use personal phones for work<p>Major-General Patrick Mbotho, addressing the committee, acknowledged the telecommunications crisis facing detectives in the field.</p><p> </p><p>“We acknowledge that there not many detectives have cell phones but the group commanders have cell phones,” he said, explaining that officers are expected to utilise limited resources “in the very best possible way to ensure that our communities are getting services”.</p><p>The revelation drew criticism from committee members, with concerns raised about officers using personal devices for official police work. </p><p>Meanwhile, parliamentary oversight visits have revealed that detectives are taking photographs of crime scenes and perpetrators on their personal cellphones, raising serious concerns about evidence integrity and witness protection.</p><p>The vehicle shortage compounds the communication crisis, with most police cars reportedly out of service and in car workshops.</p><p> </p><p>National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola said that early this year, “most of our vehicles were in the garage” and that efforts are underway to establish permanent repair facilities to reduce turnaround times.</p><p>ALSO READ: Mchunu to release SA’s fourth quarterly crime stats</p>Cape Flats bears brunt of violence<p>The committee chair, Ian Cameron, noted the devastating violence over the past weekend, stating he had verified “just under 30 gang-related murders in a space of more or less 48 hours” on the Cape Flats.</p><p>National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams raised concerns about the concentration of understaffed police stations in the area.</p><p> </p><p>“84% of all the police stations that are understaffed in this country are on the Cape Flats,” he said, questioning what Saps would do to address this critical shortage.</p><p>Adams also highlighted a linguistic barrier affecting policing effectiveness, asking why police officers who cannot speak Afrikaans are deployed to Afrikaans-speaking communities. </p><p>“If you ask me right now ‘Fadil are you equipped to go and work in Khayelitsha?’ I’ll tell you off the bat ‘No chief I’m not. I might be able to investigate well but my communication skills are going to be a problem’,” he said.</p><p>ALSO READ: Crime stats: SA records decrease in murders but increase in rapes</p><p> </p>Mixed crime statistics mask ongoing challenges <p>While Saps reported a decline in murder rates, committee members expressed concern that the statistics don’t tell the full story of police performance. </p><p>Masemola presented conviction data showing that between January and March 2025, 5 871 suspects were arrested for gender-based violence related crimes, with 703 convicted and sentenced.</p><p>However, Rise Mzansi MP Stanford Makashule Gana argued that the crime statistics as presented represent only “one side of the coin” and don’t adequately demonstrate police effectiveness.</p><p>“What South Africans wants to see is that the portion that the police are responsible for they are doing well,” he said.</p>Gang violence escalates despite anti-gang units<p>Despite the existence of anti-gangsterism units, gang violence continues to escalate. </p><p>MK Party MP Glen Taaibosch expressed frustration with the lack of visible progress, saying:</p><p>“I am yet to see any anything on paper that can give me comfort that these guys really know what they’re doing and with this plan, if they have a plan, with this plan they will be able to to to curb gangsterism.”</p><p>Adams warned about the volatile nature of gang violence, noting that: “There are so many moving parts relating to gang violence in the Cape Flats that if this thing flares up tomorrow we could just have our worst quarter ever.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Anti-gang unit arrests 16-year-old Westbury boy for murder</p>Cape Flats gang violence strategy <p>Despite resource constraints, Saps leadership outlined new strategies to combat persistent gang violence on the Cape Flats.</p><p>Masemola announced plans to reorganise Western Cape resources to enhance the anti-gang unit with additional capacity from within the province. </p><p>“We are going to put resources together from the province of Western Cape to deal with gang violence just in a different way,” Masemola said. </p><p>“We might not say all the details but we are going to enhance the anti-gang unit with some extra capacity.”</p><p>Recent operations have yielded results, with more than 10 takedowns of gang leaders and members accomplished in recent days. </p><p>However, officials acknowledge the cyclical nature of gang violence, where arrests often lead to succession battles and renewed violence when members are released on parole.</p><p>ALSO READ: Crime stats: Mchunu debunks white genocide, says the two farm owners killed were both black</p>Systemic challenges require comprehensive response <p>The briefing highlighted systemic challenges beyond just crime statistics, including low conviction rates for firearms cases, with only 5% of over 1 600 illegal firearms seized in Cape Town in 2021 leading to convictions.</p><p>Committee members also raised concerns about substance abuse contributing to crime, particularly in the Northern Cape, and called for collaboration between Saps, social services and basic education to address root causes.</p><p>NOW READ: Here’s where you’re more likely to get killed in Western Cape</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 Cape Flats crime statistics South African Police Service (SAPS) Western Cape </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News Ex-Nelson Mandela bodyguard Andre Lincoln dies <footer> 18 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Multimedia WATCH: The moment Joshlin Smith’s mother was sentenced to life in prison <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Gauteng still the epicentre of violent crime, says DA <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Here’s where you’re more likely to get killed in Western Cape <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> Police officers sharing 4 cellphones: Cape Town's crime struggle	查看 9029	《公民报》	2025-05-29 18:37:34 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163057	有图 <p> Ramaphosa said that "Kill The Boer" is a "liberation chant" and should not be taken literally. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Kallie-Kriel.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>CEO of Afriforum Kallie Kriel. Picture: Gallo Images/Deaan Vivier</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Lobby group AfriForum claims that President Cyril Ramaphosa’s “refusal” to condemn the chant “Kill the Boer, kill the farmer” reflects double standards.</p><p>Ramaphosa on Tuesday said that “Kill The Boer” is a “liberation chant” and should not be taken literally.</p><p>It came a week after US President Donald Trump confronted the South African president by playing videos of EFF leader Julius Malema chanting “Kill the Boer, Kill the Farmer,” using them to support his unfounded claim of genocide against whites in South Africa.</p><p>In response, AfriForum argued that the ANC-led government’s defence of the slogan, while passing judgment on similar rhetoric elsewhere in the world, highlighted inconsistencies in its interpretation of the United Nations’ Genocide Convention. </p>‘Double standards’<p>The lobby group based its statement on evidence presented by Advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi, a member of South Africa’s legal team, who led the genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in January 2024.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Top 10 stories of the day: Mongale murder suspect shot dead \| Trump’s pastor: No white genocide \| Spar bleeds billions </p> </p> </p><p>“Ngcukaitobi argued that ‘the intentional failure of the government of Israel to condemn, prevent and punish such genocidal incitement constitutes in itself a grave violation of the Genocide Convention,’” the lobby group said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Ngcukaitobi further argued that ‘this failure to condemn, prevent and punish such speech by the government has served to normalise genocidal rhetoric’ and has posed ‘extreme danger for Palestinians within Israeli society,’” AfriForum said.</p><p>AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel described this as a case of “double standard”.</p><p>“The ANC-led government’s defence of the ‘Kill the Boer’ slogan, while passing judgment about similar calls elsewhere in the world as an intent to commit genocide, is evidence of double standards in their interpretation of the Genocide Convention.</p><p>Kriel pointed out that “farm murder deniers” are trying “very hard to downplay the serious nature of farm murders” after Trump’s meeting with Ramaphosa.</p><p> </p><p>“AfriForum has always focused on the serious nature of farm murders rather than engaging in semantic debates about the term ‘genocide’ but believes it has now become necessary to test the actions of Ramaphosa’s government against their own standards regarding the meaning of genocide”.</p><p>ALSO READ: Piers Morgan slams Ramaphosa for defending ‘Kill the Boer’ chant [VIDEO]</p>AfriForum defeat<p>In March, AfriForum suffered a final blow in its attempt to have the controversial chant “Kill the Boer, kill the farmer” declared as hate speech.</p><p>The Constitutional Court (ConCourt) delivered a brief ruling dismissing AfriForum’s application for leave to appeal.</p><p> </p><p>The Apex concluded that the application “bears no reasonable prospects of success”.</p><p>ALSO READ:WATCH: ‘Dim the lights’ — Ramaphosa pokes fun at Trump meeting</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 AfriForum Cyril Ramaphosa Donald Trump farmers genocide Kill The Boer white people </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News Top 10 stories of the day: Mongale murder suspect shot dead \| Trump’s pastor: No white genocide \| Spar bleeds billions <footer> 7 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> World Trump enjoys temporary win as court preserves tariffs <footer> 12 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa ‘There is no white genocide happening here,’ says Trump’s top pastor after SA visit <footer> 14 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Ramaphosa to deliver eulogy at funeral of struggle veteran Gertrude Shope <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> 'Ramaphosa violating Genocide Convention on“Kill the Boer”	查看 4817	《公民报》	2025-05-29 18:56:52 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163056	有图 <p> The pair have been together for several years. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Oscar-mbo-girlfriend-baby.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Oscar posted a series of pictures showing Lerato’s adorable baby bump, alongside a video taken on the day of labour. Picture: Instagram/@ oscarmbo</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Congratulations are in order for music DJ and producer Oscar Mbo and his long-time partner, Lerato Phasha.</p><p>The pair recently announced that they have welcomed their bundle of joy.</p><p>The couple, who kept their pregnancy journey private, shared the exciting baby news on social media on Wednesday.</p><p>Oscar posted a series of pictures showing Lerato’s adorable baby bump, alongside a video taken on the day of labour.</p><p>In one clip, he is seen cradling the newborn, beaming with pride and joy.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Budgeting for baby: Here are the most useless items parents buy </p> </p> </p><p>“A faithful God. Glory!!” he captioned the Instagram post.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Khanyisa Jaceni welcomes her first bundle of joy</p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by Oscar Mbo (@oscarmbo)</p>Oscar and Lerato: A love story that began a few years ago<p>The pair have been together for several years. During an interview with Mac G and Sol Phenduka on Podcast and Chill, Oscar opened up about how their love story began.</p><p>He said he first spotted Lerato back in 2017 on Twitter, now known as X.</p><p> </p><p>“I hunted her down… she was in a relationship at the time. That guy made her stop using Twitter,” he added.</p><p>Oscar said a few years later, Lerato responded to one of his Instagram stories with a fire emoji.</p><p>“When I checked her profile, I saw it was her, and we met several days later. We gelled on the first day,” he added.</p><p>The pair have been tight-knit ever since and do not shy away from flaunting their relationship on Instagram.</p><p> </p><p> <p> <p> </p> <p><svg><g><g><g></g></g></g></svg></p><p> <p>View this post on Instagram</p> <p> </p><p> </p><p> </p> <p> </p><p>A post shared by Phasha. (@leratophasha_)</p><p>NOW READ: ‘The abuse as a foreign woman of colour in this sphere never ceases:’ Melissa Reddy leaves Sky Sports</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 Oscar Parenthood </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Lifestyle Budgeting for baby: Here are the most useless items parents buy <footer> 2 weeks ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Celebs And Viral ‘Miss Education’ star Buntu Petse and husband welcome their newborn <footer> 2 months ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Celebs And Viral ‘I love that we don’t have to share’: Former ‘Expresso’ host Zoë Brown and husband welcome twins <footer> 2 months ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Celebs And Viral ‘It’s a mix of emotions’: Ex-Banyana Banyana captain Janine van Wyk on preparations for the arrival of her first child <footer> 3 months 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> Oscar Mbo and partner welcome their first baby	查看 3806	《公民报》	2025-05-29 18:58:25 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163055	有图 <p> All eyes will be on Thursday’s budget debate and vote </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/City-of-Joburg-BUDGETappointment-Tshepo-Makola-top-10-stories.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Johannesburg City Council meeting at the Connie Bapela House in Braamfontein. Picture: Neil McCartney / The Citizen</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Coalition partners in the City of Johannesburg have expressed outrage at the latest budget, putting it at risk of not being passed in council.</p><p>Finance MMC Margaret Arnolds on Wednesday presented the City’s R89 billion plan to boost service delivery and increase revenue collection.</p><p>The presentation contained proposals for increase in tariffs for water and wastewater, electricity, and property rates, among other charges.</p><p>The City also maintained a R200 surcharge that remains a thorny issue among coalition partners.</p><p>ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba said one of the reasons his party supported mayor Dada Morero was that the ANC had agreed to scrap the burdensome surcharge.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> The honeymoon is over: ActionSA and ANC mayor’s marriage turns ‘toxic’ </p> </p> </p><p>He claimed he was told it would not be in the latest budget, only to be surprised by its inclusion this week.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“This charge punishes low-income residents who rely on prepaid meters to avoid debt, with no published cost-of-supply to justify it. While the proposed increase to R270 was dropped, the core injustice persists,” he said.</p><p>Will ActionSA block the budget?</p><p>He claimed not to have been consulted on the budget and would make his feelings known when council votes on passing the fiscal framework on Thursday.</p><p>“We will never vote in favour of a budget that sustains unjust charges on the poor, enables financial mismanagement, or ignores basic service delivery failures.</p><p> </p><p>“We stand with the people of Johannesburg, and we vote accordingly,” he said.</p>How many votes does the ANC need to pass budget?<p>There are 270 seats in council. The ANC would need 136 votes to pass the budget.</p><p>Below is the breakdown of seats by party in the City.</p>African National Congress (ANC):91 seatsDemocratic Alliance (DA):71 seatsActionSA:44 seatsEconomic Freedom Fighters (EFF):29 seatsPatriotic Alliance (PA):8 seatsInkatha Freedom Party (IFP):7 seatsFreedom Front Plus (VF PLUS):4 seatsAfrican Christian Democratic Party (ACDP):3 seatsAl Jama-ah (ALJAMA):3 seatsAfrican Independent Congress (AIC):2 seatsAfrican Heart Congress (AHC):1 seatAfrican People’s Convention (APC):1 seatAfrican Transformation Movement (ATM):1 seatCongress of the People (COPE):1 seatGOOD:1 seatPan Africanist Congress (PAC):1 seatUnited Democratic Movement (UDM):1 seatUnited Independent Movement (UIM):1 seat<p>While ActionSA voted with the government of local unity (GLU) coalition to bring Morero to power, Mashaba said the party only votes with the ANC on an issue-by-issue basis.</p><p> </p><p>There were talks that one day ActionSA would be included in the governance structures of the city, but for now, they only occupy positions in the legislature.</p>Morero running a puppet council?<p>Mashaba said he had lost faith in Morero’s leadership, and claimed he was running a puppet council.</p><p>He claimed to have reported the mayor to the ANC’s mother body for allegedly saying that he had appointed Arnolds to control her.</p><p>“I know Margaret, you could see she did not understand what she was reading. Dada told me he had appointed her because he could control her,” he said.</p><p> </p><p>The Citizen has reached out to Morero’s office, the ANC in Johannesburg, and the City of Johannesburg for comment on this claim. Any update will be included once received.</p>GLU partner slams budget<p>The African People’s Convention (APC) also disapproves of the budget.</p><p>“Only a mere R3 billion is allocated to the poor communities. This budget does not speak to the needs and expectations of the previously disadvantaged communities who continue to live in squalor conditions whilst the city prioritizes the affluent areas of the metropole.</p><p>“It does not effectively address the common crime in the CBD, nor does it address the continued shortage of water supply in Joburg,” said the party in a statement.</p><p> </p><p>It said it would adopt the budget with reservations and raise the issues it has within the council.</p>Parties outside of GLU won’t vote for budget either<p>The second biggest party in the council, after the ANC, the DA was also expected to vote against the budget.</p><p>They will be joined by African Democratic Christian Party (ACPD).</p><p>ACDP councillor Norman Mkhonza told The Citizen the allocations in the budget were “all over the place”.</p><p>He also questioned the City’s ambitions to put sewage pipes and electricity in informal settlements.</p><p>“So, are they saying is they are promoting illegality. Do they know who stays in these informal settlements and if those people are even legal in the country,” he said.</p><p>ALSO READ: DA tables motion of no confidence in Johannesburg mayor and speaker </p>No budget could spell disaster for the City<p>Political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast told The Citizen that in a coalition all members should be consulted on matters.</p><p>“When there is power sharing, it means that there is no political party that has won elections. Therefore, there must be a consensus across the spectrum.</p><p>“If this does not happen, it means it is a serious omission that might cause a serious threat to the stability of the municipality,” he said.</p><p>Breakfast warned that if the municipality takes time to adopt the budget, it could affect service delivery in the City.</p><p>NOW READ: How Joburg plans to spend R89 billion</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 ActionSA African National Congress (ANC) Joburg Mayor </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Politics The honeymoon is over: ActionSA and ANC mayor’s marriage turns ‘toxic’ <footer> 21 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Politics Budget 3.0: Opposition parties clash over impact on poor <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Education Mashaba slams tertiary institutions for hiring foreign academics <footer> 1 week ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Tshwane’s R54.6bn budget draws mixed reactions <footer> 2 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> Joburg budget hanging by a thread: ANC fights to get their way as partners gun for them \| The Citizen	查看 7147	《公民报》	2025-05-29 19:02:28 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163054	有图 <p> The Stormers have made 10 changes to their starting team from their last pool match, for their URC quarterfinal against Glasgow Warriors in Scotland. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Sacha-FM-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Stormers flyhalf Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is back in the starting lineup for their URC quarterfinal clash against Glasgow Warriors at the Scotstoun Stadium on Friday night.Picture: Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Rising star Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is back at flyhalf, while Manie Libbok will play off the bench when the Stormers take on Glasgow Warriors in their United Rugby Championship (URC) quarterfinal clash at the Scotstoun Stadium in Scotland on Friday night (kick-off 8:35pm).</p><p>It is a repeat of last years quarterfinal, where the defending champs beat the visiting South Africans 27-10 on their way to the title, but the Stormers will be hoping to turn the tables this time round.</p><p>A slew of changes to the side, 10 in total, has been made to the starting side from their final pool match against Cardiff two weeks ago, with Feinberg-Mngomezulu switching places with Libbok, who started that game on his return from injury.</p><p>The banned Damian Willemse, who played fullback against Cardiff, is replaced by Warrick Gelant, who was rested for the last match.</p><p>Gelant will link up with Seabelo Senatla and Ben Loader in a potent back three, with Suleiman Hartzenberg forming a midfield partnership with Dan du Plessis.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> URC result: Poor defence proves costly as Stormers knocked out by Glasgow </p> </p> </p><p>Feinberg-Mngomezulu and Stefan Ungerer will continue as the halfback pairing with the experienced Herschel Jantjies and Libbok set to make an impact in the second half from the replacements bench.</p><p> </p><p> </p>Roos back<p>Evan Roos, who was also rested for the previous game, resumes his place at the back of the scrum, with Marcel Theunissen and Paul de Villiers on the flanks and Louw Nel among the replacements.</p><p>Captain Salmaan Moerat starts alongside Ruben van Heerden in the second row, with locks JD Schickerling and Connor Evans among the six forwards set to feature after half-time.</p><p>Andre-Hugo Venter starts at hooker, with props Ali Vermaak and Neethling Fouche either side of him, with Vernon Matongo, Joseph Dweba and Sazi Sandi the front row forwards on the replacements bench.</p><p>Stormers Director of Rugby John Dobson said that following a good week in Glasgow his team is ready to give it a full go at Scotstoun.</p><p> </p><p>“The build-up to this game has gone well and we know that it will take a huge effort to beat a good Glasgow team on their home track.</p><p>“We have built up some good momentum recently and want to take that into this game. This was a very tough team to pick with some deserving players missing out, but we are excited to see what these combinations can do.”</p>STORMERS XV<p>Warrick Gelant, Ben Loader, Suleiman Hartzenberg, Dan du Plessis, Seabelo Senatla, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, Stefan Ungerer, Evan Roos, Marcel Theunissen, Paul de Villiers, Ruben van Heerden, Salmaan Moerat (c), Neethling Fouche, Andre-Hugo Venter, Ali Vermaak</p><p>Bench:Joseph Dweba, Vernon Matongo, Sazi Sandi, JD Schickerling, Connor Evans, Louw Nel, Herschel Jantjies, Manie Libbok</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 Evan Roos Glasgow Warriors rugby team John Dobson Stormers rugby team United Rugby Championship </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Rugby URC result: Poor defence proves costly as Stormers knocked out by Glasgow <footer> 5 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Edinburgh look to discipline as they hope to beat Bulls for first time in Pretoria <footer> 10 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby Stormers aim to blitz Glasgow with their ‘bomb squad’ in URC quarterfinal <footer> 13 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Rugby World Cup winners return for Sharks’ URC quarterfinal against Munster <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> Sacha starts, Manie off the bench for Stormers against Glasgow	查看 4829	《公民报》	2025-05-29 19:22:03 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163053	有图 <p> Two of the three suspects were already in the police system before being linked to Olorato Mongale"s death. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Olorato-Mongale.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Olorato Mongale. Picture: X</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The South African Police Service (Saps) has revealed that hundreds of young women have contacted authorities with information about two suspects who were previously arrested on separate charges before being linked to Olorato Mongale’s death.</p><p>This follows the recent addition of a third suspect to the murder case of the 30-year-old student.</p><p>Speaking to the media on Thursday, police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirmed that Bongani Mthimkhulu, a friend of one of the primary suspects, is now wanted in connection with Mongale’s murder.</p><p>The development comes as investigators have made significant breakthroughs in KwaZulu-Natal.</p><p>They recovered the car allegedly used in the crime and arrested an elderly man believed to be connected to the case.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> New development in Olorato Mongale murder case </p> </p> </p>Watch: Saps update on Olorato Mongale’s murder case<noscript></noscript>Previous arrests of Mongale’s alleged killers<p>Two of the three suspects were already in the police system before being linked to Mongale’s death.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Mathe revealed that Bongani Mthimkhulu and Phila Makhanya were arrested last month, on 20 April, on charges of kidnapping and robbery in the Brockbunny area.</p><p>The officer discovered the suspects had just kidnapped and robbed a woman, using the same VW Polo that would later become central to the Mongale murder investigation.</p><p>Both suspects appeared in court on 22 April and were granted bail on 26 April, remaining free while police began linking them to additional crimes.</p><p>ALSO READ: Olorato Mongale: Family reels as only child is violently ripped from her mother</p><p> </p>Hundreds of women contact police<p>Since authorities released contact information for Brigadier Nama, who is handling the case, the public has responded in large numbers.</p><p>Mathe described how hundreds of women have come forward with information about encounters with the suspects.</p><p>“Since issuing this number, hundreds of ladies are calling. A lot of women are calling and giving out information on how they met, particularly Bongani Mthimkhulu and Phila Makhanya, on several occasions,” she said.</p><p>The women’s testimonies revealed a consistent pattern of criminal behaviour.</p><p> </p><p>“What they are relaying to us is that they are utilising the same modus operandi. They meet them in malls. They propose to them, ask them out on dates. And when they agree, they rob them and so on,” Mathe explained.</p><p>The scope of the suspects’ alleged activities extends far beyond Johannesburg, with reports emerging from multiple regions across the country.</p><p>“We have people calling as far as the Northern Cape, [some] calling as far as the Free State. We have people calling in Gauteng [who] are saying that we have been approached by these suspects that you are looking for,” Mathe noted.</p><p>ALSO READ: Police hunt alleged woman killer who uses the name of John</p><p> </p>Multidisciplinary investigation leads to breakthrough<p>Police assembled a comprehensive task force immediately after receiving the Mongale case on Sunday.</p><p>The team included the Crime Intelligence Unit, the Saps Anti-Kidnapping Task Team, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, the Durban Metro K9 Unit, and the Gauteng Provincial Investigating Unit.</p><p>The investigation team traced the suspects’ movements following the alleged murder. It was found that they had booked a room at a lodge in Kew, Johannesburg, but never used it.</p><p>“We know that after the incident, after allegedly murdering Olorato and dumping her body in Lombardy West, they then drove back to KwaZulu-Natal,” Mathe said.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ:Who’s killing SA women? Investigations fail to identify suspects in nearly half of femicide cases</p>Vehicle recovery and forensic evidence<p>Following information that the suspects might be hiding in Guamachu, KZN, where they originated, the investigation team travelled to the province on Wednesday morning.</p><p>Their efforts led to the identification of one suspect’s house. This subsequently led to the discovery of the wanted VW Polo at a panel beating workshop in Phoenix.</p><p>“The team immediately mobilised our forensic science experts, our forensic experts, to start working on this particular vehicle. And that is when they made the discovery that there were traces of blood inside this polo,” Mathe revealed.</p><p>Forensic analysis confirmed the vehicle’s connection to the crime.</p><p>“When we compare the VW Polo that we have been looking for to the one that has been found, it has been positively identified as the Polo that was used in the commission of the crime, particularly [in] the murder case,” she said.</p><p>ALSO READ: Big development in search for Olorato Mongale’s killers</p>Owner of car used in alleged murder in custody<p>The registered owner of the VW Polo, identified as the father of one of the suspects still at large, has been taken into police custody. Mathe confirmed he is cooperating with the investigation.</p><p>“At the stage, the owner of the vehicle is the father of one of the suspects [who] is on the run. He [the owner of the car] is in police custody. He is cooperating. And our teams are busy with him, interviewing him, raising the concerns that it is his vehicle. The vehicle is under his name. So he needs to account as to where his vehicle has been,” she explained.</p><p>Investigators are questioning whether the vehicle owner was aware of his car’s involvement in serious crimes.</p><p>The investigation into Olorato’s death and the manhunt for the three suspects is underway.</p><p>Mathe encouraged more women to come forward with information about their experiences with the suspects.</p><p>The suspects in the murder case remain at large.</p><p>READ NEXT: Joshlin Smith sentencing: Kelly and co-accused handed life sentences</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 femicide kidnapping manhunt Murder South African Police Service (SAPS) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News New development in Olorato Mongale murder case <footer> 17 seconds ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Courts Former DA councillor gets four life terms for killing fiancée and children <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News Top 10 stories of the day: Mongale murder suspect shot dead \| Trump’s pastor: No white genocide \| Spar bleeds billions <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime ‘Gruesome discovery’: Missing teen girl found dead inside shack as stepfather linked to murder <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> Olorato’s alleged killers out on bail and on the run, as hundreds of women come forward \| The Citizen	查看 7662	《公民报》	2025-05-29 19:34:33 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163052	有图 <p> On that occasion, Christian Saile had handed United an early lead in the fourth minute, before Velemseni Ndwandwe drew Arrows level. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/B25E3SS0574-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Keenan Phillips of Golden Arrows challenged by Samir Nurkovic of Supersport United during the Betway Premiership 2024/25 match at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on the 29 May 2025 © Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>SuperSport United have retained their Betway Premiership status following a 1–1 draw against Golden Arrows at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Thursday.</p><p>The fixture resumed with just 45 minutes of the second half to be played, after the original match was abandoned three months ago due to a power failure.</p><p>ALSO READ: Could the Premiership relegation battle be decided in court?</p><p>On that occasion, Christian Saile had handed United an early lead in the fourth minute, before Velemseni Ndwandwe drew Arrows level.The match was initially set to mark Gavin Hunt’s milestone of 1,000 games in charge in South Africa’s top-flight football.</p><p>However, the veteran coach was dismissed in March after a string of disappointing results, with Andre Arendse taking over the reins on an interim basis.</p><p>Needing only a point to steer clear of the relegation play-offs, SuperSport approached the rescheduled encounter with caution.</p><p>The Tshwane-based outfit were content to concede possession, defending deep in their own half for much of the match. Arrows struggled to break down a well-organised United sidethat was clearly playing for a draw.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> AmaZulu release Bafana Bafana goalkeeper – report </p> </p> </p><p>Aside from half-chances for Samir Nurković and substitute Bradley Grobler, SuperSport offered little going forward in a largely uneventful second half. The result sees SuperSport finish 14th on the log with 27 points from the revised 28-game season.</p><p>ALSO READ: Tovey blasts Chiefs’ ‘not good at all’ season</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Cape Town City also conclude their campaign on 27 points, but Arendse’s charges edge themdue to a superior goal difference. On the other hand,Arrows end their campaign in 12th position on the log standings, and two points outside the top eight.Manqoba Mngqithi’s team needed to win by an avalanche of goals to boost their chances of sneaking into the top half of the log.</p><p>Royal AM expulsion from the premiership means that they are essentiallyrelegated as the league finishes with 15 teams.</p><p>Barring any legal disputes, The Citizens will now contest the relegation play-off mini-league against ORBIT College and Casric Stars who finished second and third respectively in the Motsepe Foundation Championship. </p><p>Durban City, have secured automatic promotion to the elite tier of South African football.</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 Lamontville Golden Arrows F.C. (Golden Arrows) SuperSport United F.C. </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Betway PSL AmaZulu release Bafana Bafana goalkeeper – report <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Sundowns duo dominate PSL awards <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Andre Arendse addresses SuperSport sale rumours <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Ahly confirm appointment of ex-Pirates coach Riveiro <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> SuperSport retain their Betway Premiership status	查看 4221	《公民报》	2025-05-29 19:42:29 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163051	有图 <p> Top charity MES accused of breaking BEE rules, discriminating against staff and diverting donor funds. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/mes.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>MES Durbanville Safe Space.Picture: MES/Facebook</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>One of South Africa’s oldest non-profit organisations, Mould Empower Serve (MES), is facing collapse as allegations of racism, corruption, financial misconduct and abuse of power rock the faith-based charity.</p><p>In a detailed anonymous media statement released this week, self-identified MES employees accused suspended CEO Leona Pienaar of “engineering a financial meltdown” in retaliation for her suspension earlier this year.</p><p>The employees claim Pienaar manipulated donor reports, misused funds, spied on staff, and created a racially exclusive management circle.</p><p>“The very soul of MES is at stake, and may already be lost,” the statement reads.</p>Top leadership walks out<p>On Monday, the acting chief executive officer (CEO), the chief financial officer (CFO), and the national finance manager resigned.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘Monument of corruption’: More suspects in court for Kimberley mental hospital scandal </p> </p> </p><p>This followed the exit of the national communications manager, reportedly in protest over the board’s failure to inform donors about Pienaar’s suspension.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The anonymous staff member stated that this allowed her to “spread misinformation” and further erode donor confidence.</p><p>In total, six senior executives have now left the organisation in recent weeks. </p><p>The branch manager in Kempton Park appointed by Pienaar after a black predecessor was dismissed, also resigned under a cloud, with insiders alleging inconsistent disciplinary action along racial lines.</p>Claims of financial misconduct<p>According to the staff statement, Pienaar is accused of falsifying donor reports, issuing invalid section 18A certificates, and diverting programme funds to consultants.</p><p> </p><p>It is alleged that a communication and consulting company terminated its relationship with MES just before investigations began.</p><p>“Funds were instead diverted to pay consultants… further clouding accountability,” staff alleged.</p><p>There are also claims that Pienaar authorised unlawful surveillance of staff emails and transferred control of the MES Khula Trust to her husband, a former MES CFO, without board transparency.</p><p>The Trust has not been activated despite the organisation’s financial crisis.</p><p> </p><p>Speaking to The Citizen, Pienaar confirmed she had been suspended but said she could not comment further.</p><p>“According to my suspension agreement, if I get media enquiries, I need to refer them back to the board until after the investigation,” she said.</p><p>ALSO READ:Sars official testifies against company linked to blue lights corruption case</p>Board denies cover-up<p>In response, speaking to The Citizen on Thursday, MES Board Chairperson Hannes Windell confirmed that the organisation had launched an independent investigation into the allegations.</p><p> </p><p>“The board takes the allegations and threats very seriously,” Windell said.</p><p>“The MES CEO has been suspended from her operational duties, with full remuneration, pending the outcome of the investigation.”</p><p>The board denied accusations that MES funds were paid to the communication and consulting company, saying the company had “never received any payment” and had only provided pro bono services.</p><p>It also said the MES Khula Trust had issued a cash loan to MES “to avoid delaying staff salaries”.</p><p> </p><p>However, the board warned that several statements in the leaked staff document were “severe factual inaccuracies” and that it may consider legal action.</p><p>“This accusation of corruption is devoid of any truth […] It is not only harmful but also slanderous,” the chairperson said.</p><p>ALSO READ:NPA lacking in lottery probe</p>‘Humanitarian disaster’<p>Staff say the organisation, which provides support services to homeless people, children and struggling families, is now paralysed.</p><p>With no CEO, CFO, finance manager, communications head or fundraising executive, operations have all but ground to a halt.</p><p>Delayed salaries and donor withdrawals are pushing the 37-year-old organisation towards financial ruin.</p><p>“This is no longer just a leadership crisis. It’s a humanitarian disaster,” said the anonymous statement.</p><p>The initial findings of the independent investigation are expected on Friday.</p><p>NOW READ:More than 200 000 will experience Sassa grant delays — here’s why</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 charity corruption misconduct Non-governmental organization (NGO) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Courts ‘Monument of corruption’: More suspects in court for Kimberley mental hospital scandal <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa More than 200 000 will experience Sassa grant delays — here’s why <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Education Jobs for cash, missing millions and fire chaos: Gauteng education responds to school scandals <footer> 4 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa NPA lacking in lottery probe <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> MES faces explosive claims of violations and financial misconduct	查看 6085	《公民报》	2025-05-29 19:47:07 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163050	有图 <p> In his budget speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the fuel levy would take effect on 4 June. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Petrol.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is facing another legal challenge after the EFF filed court papers in a bid to halt a proposed increase in fuel levies.</p><p>This is the latest twist in a months-long tussle over the budget after the value-added tax (VAT) debacle.</p>Fuel levy<p>In his budget speech last week, Godongwana announced a fuel levy increaseof 16c for petrol and 15c for diesel, which would take effect on June 4.</p><p>Godongwana stated that the levy increase was the only new tax proposal in the third version of his budget.</p><p>He, however, did note that this alone will not close the fiscal gap over the medium term.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Starlink proposal: Mashatile says Cabinet holds final say on policy changes </p> </p> </p><p>The levies are part of the government’s revenue generation for 2025-26, following the withdrawal of the 0.5 percentage point increase in VAT in April.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Treasury reverses proposed VAT hike, will remain at 15%</p>Legal challenge<p>In papers filed in the Western Cape High Court, the EFF stated that it wrote to Godongwana, arguing that raising the fuel levy would harm the poorest South Africans and undermine economic growth.</p><p>“We took this action after repeated efforts to caution the minister and appeal to his conscience failed. We wrote to the Minister, urging him to consider the impact of this increase on the poor and working-class people of South Africa, especially during a time when the cost-of-living crisis is deepening.</p><p>“We also reminded him that, just like the VAT increase, raising the fuel levy without introducing a proper Money Bill is unlawful and undermines parliamentary oversight,” the EFF said.</p><p> </p>Letters to parliament<p>The EFF said it has also written to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, and the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Finance, Dr Joseph Maswanganyi, about the fuel levy hike.</p><p>“We warned them that if parliament proceeds to adopt the 2025 Fiscal Framework and Revenue Proposals that include this illegal fuel levy increase, the entire budget process will be placed in jeopardy, the party said.</p><p>“Allowing such an increase without a Money Bill risks the entire national budget being declared invalid by the courts, potentially long after funds have already been spent.</p><p>“This would severely damage the constitutional standing of parliament, undermine financial accountability, and cause serious consequences for service delivery and public confidence in government,” the EFF said.</p><p> </p>What is the fuel levy?<p>The EFF has warned that failure to comply with these demands may result in further legal action.</p><p>The fuel levy is a tax charged on every litre of fuel sold, with a portion going to the government and another to the Road Accident Fund (RAF levy) to compensate victims of motor vehicle accidents.</p><p>It amounts to 18% of the retail price, while the RAF levy is about 10%.</p><p>This has remained unchanged since 2022 to mitigate the effects of higher inflation resulting from increased fuel prices.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ:EFF calls for ‘apartheid tax’ counter instead of VAT hike [VIDEO]</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 Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Enoch Godongwana fuel levy fuel price Parliament Western Cape High Court </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Politics Starlink proposal: Mashatile says Cabinet holds final say on policy changes <footer> 3 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Business Tough budget for Ekurhuleni <footer> 4 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Technology and Science Bad news for illegal Starlink users in SA <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News ‘Same story year after year’: MPs unhappy as Auditor-General reveals local government audit outcomes <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> EFF files urgent interdict to stop proposed fuel levy hike	查看 4889	《公民报》	2025-05-29 19:51:01 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163049	有图 <p> Shivambu claims the MK party can successfully recruit EFF members. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Floyd-Shivambu.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>MK party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu. Picture: Nigel Sibanda</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>EFF leader Julius Malema has responded to MK party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu’s comments about EFF leaders.</p><p>In an interview with the SABC on Wednesday, Shivambu dismissed claims that the MK party was out to destroy the EFF. He, however, said his party could successfully recruit EFF leaders if it wished. </p><p>“I’m the one who took the decision to join the MK party, I was not recruited. I went to join the MK party. I approached the MK party to become an ordinary member,” Shivambu told SABC.</p><p>ALSO READ: ‘My brothers turned against me’: Malema addresses ‘betrayals’</p><p>“There is no one who is destroying the EFF. If there was an intention to do so, we could have a programme to recruit members of the EFF to join MK party, which we can successfully do so, by the way, including the national officials of the EFF, we can be able to recruit them. Because a lot of them, when we appraised them before we joined the MK, understood squarely and fairly that it had to be done in that particular way. Including provincial and regional leaders.”</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘There is no white genocide happening here,’ says Trump’s top pastor after SA visit </p> </p> </p><p>Shivambu said, however, that the focus of his party was to unite ‘progressive forces’, not destroy them</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“It can be done, but we’re not in a mission of trying to destroy the EFF. We’re on a mission to make a political and ideological organisational decision and discussion on how we can unite the progressive forces.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns from Julius Malema’s EFF: Here’s what he is doing next </p><p>Responding to the comments, Malema said Shivambu was “talking rubbish”.</p>Malema: EFF and MK party will not join forces<p>In March, the MK party and the African Transformation Movement (ATM) agreed to collaborate on all political, community, and parliamentary programmes and activities.</p><p> </p><p>“We jointly call on all progressive political formations and individuals in South Africa to support and associate with the revolutionary and long overdue efforts to unify all the progressive forces. Unity is the most important weapon in the war against colonialism and for the total emancipation and freedom of our people,” said the two parties in a statement.</p><p>ALSO READ: Even Zuma was better than Trump – Malema</p><p>Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s visit to the US, where Minister of Agriculture and DA leader John Steenhuisen told US President Donald Trump that his party and the ANC were working together to keep the MK party and EFF out of power, there were calls for the latter parties to join forces.</p><p>However, Malema at the time told his followers it would not happen.</p><p> </p><p>Shivambu left the EFF in August last year, completely blind siding Malema.</p><p>The two have not had kind words to say of each other since then. </p><p>READ NEXT: ‘Older men gossiping about me’: Malema reacts to Ramaphosa-Trump meeting after Kill the Boer videos </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 Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Floyd Shivambu Julius Malema uMkhonto weSizwe (MK Party/MK ) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> South Africa ‘There is no white genocide happening here,’ says Trump’s top pastor after SA visit <footer> 20 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa Piers Morgan slams Ramaphosa for defending ‘Kill the Boer’ chant [VIDEO] <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa WATCH: ‘Dim the lights’ — Ramaphosa pokes fun at Trump meeting <footer> 3 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa US visit came amid ‘increasing strain’ between two countries, Ramaphosa says <footer> 4 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> 'He's talking rubbish,' Malema responds to Shivambu's comments on EFF \| The Citizen	查看 4924	《公民报》	2025-05-29 20:02:14 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163048	有图 <p> The accused appeared in court following their arrest in connection with the long-standing Northern Cape mental hospital corruption case. . </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/kimberley-mental-hospital-corruption.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>The accused appear in the Kimberley Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday in connection with the Kimberley mental hospital corruption case. Picture: Supplied/ NPA</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The six additional accused, including senior government officials and private consultants, appeared briefly in the Kimberley Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 28 May, in connection with the high-profile Kimberley Mental Health Hospital corruption case in the Northern Cape.</p><p>Following their arrest and first court appearance, Lourencia Crause, Louis Adriaan van Niekerk, Monyahi Winston Modisa, Edward Charles Pullen Petzer, Motlalepula Elias Selemela and Ruth Palm face charges ranging from fraud, corruption, money laundering, and contraventions of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).</p>Kimberley Mental Health Hospital<p>The matter concerns the construction of the Kimberley Mental Health Hospital, which commenced in 2005 and saw its original R297 million budget escalate to more than R1 billion due to delays, poor workmanship, and frequent changes in contractors.</p><p>The hospital was built to relieve the pressure on West End Hospital and to offer mental health services in the Northern Cape</p><p>The services include child and adolescent mental health care, forensic mental health care and general adult psychiatric services.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> It’s math! Here’s why you’re struggling to win the Lotto </p> </p> </p>‘Monument of corruption’<p>When Northern Cape Premier Dr Zamani Saul opened the multimillion-rand hospital back in 2019, he referred to it as a “monument of corruption” due to its construction marred by irregularities. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Spotlight reportedat the time that Saul said the hospital, which has a capacity of 287 beds, will be operationalised in phases.</p>Construction contract: Massive cost overruns<p>In August 2005, the then head of department (HOD) for the Department of Roads, Transport and Public Works, Motlalepula Elias Selemela, awarded the construction contract to Vista Park/Joh Arch Investments.</p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Kimberley-Mental-Health-Hospital-court-case.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer">Construction of the Kimberley Mental Health Hospital ran a decade behind schedule. Picture: Supplied<p>Irregularities were identified in the project, which allegedly contributed to massive cost overruns.</p>Additional accused face multiple charges<p>Selemela and Palm, also a former HOD in the department, are facing multiple charges for contraventions of the PFMA:</p><p> </p><p>• Selemela faces 26 counts involving unlawful payments totalling over R15.2 million.</p><p>• Palm faces 24 counts, involving irregular payments amounting to R39.4 million.</p><p>• Both are also charged for allegedly failing to recover penalties of approximately R11.3 million from service providers who breached contract terms.</p><p>The four co-accused — Crause, Van Niekerk, Modisa, and Petzer — were directors of Strabismis Trading (Pty) Ltd and Babereki Consulting Engineers.</p><p>They are charged in both their personal and fiduciary capacities for their role in facilitating payments of more than R51 million to entities that had no valid contracts with the department. </p>Broader investigation<p>These payments, the State alleges, were made with full knowledge that the funds were not lawfully due.</p><p> </p><p>The charges stem from the appointment of Babereki Consulting Engineers on 8 October 2003 to provide civil and structural engineering services for the proposed multimillion-rand psychiatric hospital.</p><p>These developments form part of a broader investigation into public corruption and mismanagement.</p><p>ALSO READ: The Babita Deokaran effect: New tender laws, ‘hospital syndicates’, whistleblower incentives</p>List of Kimberley Mental Health Hospital corruption accused<p>The newly charged individuals form part of the previously charged accused, including former HOD Patience Mokhali, former MEC John Block, company Babereki Consulting Engineers, and company director Tshegolekae Motaung, who are currently out on bail following their appearance in 2023.</p><p> </p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/John-Block.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer">Former ANC Northern Cape chair John Block. Picture: Gallo Images/Beeld/Emile Hendriks</p><p>Bail was granted to the six accused as follows: Crause was granted bail of R2 000; Van Niekerk, Modisa, and Palm were each granted bail of R10 000; and Selemela was granted bail of R5 000.</p>The case has been postponed to Monday, 2 June 2025, when the accused are expected to join their co-accused in the Kimberley District Court.<p>READ NOW: Sassa R4m fraud case latest: Court dismisses bail bid of accused</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 Editor’s Choice hospital Kimberley </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Lotto It’s math! 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3163047	有图 <p> The forecaster predicts clear skies throughout Saturday and Sunday, with zero rain expected in both cities of Gauteng. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/warm-weather.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Gauteng is in for a cool but pleasant weekend with clear skies and no rain in sight.</p><p>According to the South African Weather Service (Saws) on Wednesday, Fine and cool to cold but warm conditions can be expected in places in the east of the country.</p>Pretoria: Sunny days ahead<p>The forecaster predicts clear skies throughout Saturday and Sunday, with zero millimetres of rain expected in both cities of Gauteng.</p><p>In Pretoria, temperatures will range between 10°C and 24°C on Saturday.</p><p>Morning commuters can expect a brisk 14°C at 2am, rising to a mild 22°C by 2pm before cooling down again in the evening.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Remains of missing toddler Kutlwano Shalaba found in shallow grave </p> </p> </p><p>Humidity levels will fluctuate between 25% and 45%, with light winds shifting from southeast to southwest throughout the day.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Sunday in the capital will remain clear, with a minimum of 10°C and a high of 23°C.</p><p>ALSO READ: Weather alert: Fine and cool conditions in most provinces</p>Johannesburg: Slightly cooler<p>Johannesburg residents can also look forward to uninterrupted sunshine. Saturday will start at a cool 13°C in the early hours, peaking at 20°C by the afternoon, and dipping again to 15°C at night. </p><p>Wind speeds will remain minimal, reaching up to 5 knots in the afternoon. Humidity levels will be slightly lower than in Pretoria, dropping to 20% during the warmest part of the day.</p><p> </p><p>Sunday’s forecast for the city mirrors Pretoria’s, with a minimum temperature of 11°C and a maximum of 21°C. Clear skies are expected from morning to evening, with light winds from the southwest.</p><p>ALSO READ: Weather alert:Damaging wind with cloudy and cool conditions for most provinces</p>Western Cape under weather warning<p>While Gauteng enjoys stable weather, the Western Cape is bracing for adverse coastal conditions.</p><p>Saws has issued a Level 2 warning for damaging waves along the province’s coastline, effective from Thursday, midday until Sunday, 1 June, midnight.</p><p> </p><p>The warning notes a likely disruption of small harbours and potential damage to coastal infrastructure.</p><p>“Danger to navigation at sea is likely. Disruption to beachfront activities [is expected], and the public is at risk of being swept off coastal rocks due to infrequent large waves,” it said.</p><p>The public is urged to remain vigilant.</p><p>“Be aware of large, unpredictable waves along the coast. Small vessels are advised to seek shelter in harbours, bays or inlets,” the agency added.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: Weather alert: Damaging winds and waves to hit WC while the rest of SA enjoys fine conditions</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 South African Weather Service (Saws) weather </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Crime Remains of missing toddler Kutlwano Shalaba found in shallow grave <footer> 48 minutes ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> News SIU blocks R3.3 million pension payout of former Gauteng HOD <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Weather Weather alert: May to end on a fine and cool note <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Crime Laerskool Dalmondeor staff member arrested for alleged sexual assault of grade 2 pupil <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> Chill out, Gauteng — clear skies ahead this weekend \| The Citizen	查看 4327	《公民报》	2025-05-29 20:26:15 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163046	有图 <p> Newcomer will make its debut as part of the 24 Hours of Le Mans weekend next month, but is unlikely to return to South Africa. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/50_208_GTi.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Peugeot has confirmed the revival of the GTi badge, but without any combustion engine input. Image: Peugeot</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>In a development stretching back more than five years, Peugeot has released the first teaser image and video of its first GTi model since the last generation 208 GTi.</p>It is back…<p>Posted on Peugeot France’s website and X pages, the blurred depiction provides very little detail, apart from the outline silhouette being similar to that of the current 208.</p><p>The 14 second video, meanwhile, gives a sliver more hints as pausing it around the four second mark, shows what appears to be fins at the base of the front bumper, suggesting a new type of splitter, a black grille and lower intake and fog lamps on the flanks of the bumper.</p><p>Essayez de capturer la nouvelle légende avant le 13 juin 2025, rendez-vous sur https://t.co/61jwPlYvYL#CapturezLaNouvelleLégende #Peugeot pic.twitter.com/c13nLx5Ncr</p>— Peugeot France (@PeugeotFR) May 23, 2025 <p>Despite the clip not naming the GTi moniker by name, the translated caption gives another hint as it reads, “try to capture the new legend before June 13, 2025”.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Nissan Spirit of Africa shows how competition 4×4-ing should be </p> </p> </p><p>Essentially the date of the reveal, which happens to be the day before the 93rd running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans where Peugeot will again field a pair of 9X8’s in the top-rung Hypercar class, the return of the GTi confirms comments made back in March by Peugeot CEO, Alain Fevey, about the Lion’s hot hatch revival.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Peugeot 208 GTi’s imminent revival can bring fight to VW Polo GTI</p><p>“We’ve made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced. We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs or what our customers will say as well,” Fevey was quoted by Britain’s Autocar as saying.</p><p>“We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone [who] is being driven in the car”.</p>… but without combustion fire<p>Reiterating the March announcement, Fevey, in a follow-up with the publication, said the newcomer will only be offered with an electric powertrain, thereby becoming known as the e-208 GTi as it will be based on the standard e-208.</p><p> </p><p>A rumour that first emerged in 2020, which alleged the GTi name would only be used in the United Kingdom and the now defunct PSE or Peugeot Sport Engineered (PSE) name everywhere else, e-208 GTi is expected to share its electric hardware with the Abarth 600e and the Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce.</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/PEUGEOT_208_2307STYP_044.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>Facelifted two years ago, the current e-208 will provide the base for the officially named Peugeot e-208 GTi. Image: Peugeot</sub></p><p>This means the same e-CMP platform and the 54-kWh battery pack that produces 177 kW in the 600e and 207 kW in the Junior.</p><p>While it is likely that the former will be used for the production model,Autocarfurther states that the e-208 GTi could eventually also serve as a base for a performance version of the Opel Corsa Electric after Blitz’s registration of the GSe moniker earlier this month.</p>More soon<p>Despite it being reported in 2019 that the GTi moniker had been shelved in favour of PSE, its confirmed return is unlikely to include South Africa, where past models included the 206 GTi and GTi 180, 207 GTi, 308 GTi and 208 GTi.</p><p> </p><p>While official details are still unknown, expect more hints to emerge over the coming two weeks leading up to the 13 June unveiling.</p><p>NOW READ: Hot Peugeot 208 looks set to keep GTI badge after all</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 electric cars Motoring News Peugeot </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Motoring Nissan Spirit of Africa shows how competition 4×4-ing should be <footer> 19 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Boxy and rugged returns as Jeep starts teasing all-new Cherokee <footer> 23 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Indian pre-production of first South Africa-bound new Nissan starts <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Motoring Riddara RD6 no longer an EV-only as new plug-in hybrid debuts <footer> 1 day 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> Peugeot makes it official: GTi coming back in June but...	查看 5695	《公民报》	2025-05-29 20:34:35 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163045	有图 <p> The departure of Musk, who once appointed himself Trump’s “first buddy”, was quick and unceremonious. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/elon-musk-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk gestures as he speaks during the inaugural parade inside Capitol One Arena, in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025. Picture: ANGELA WEISS / AFP</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Billionaire Elon Musk has unceremoniously stepped down from his role in the Trump administration after a tumultuous cost-cutting drive during which he upended several federal agencies.</p><p>Musk made the announcement on Wednesday, citing disagreement over Donald Trump’s sweeping new spending bill.</p>‘First buddy’<p>The departure of Musk who once appointed himself Trump’s “first buddy” was quick and unceremonious.</p><p>It’s a rare public split with Trump from one of his most prominent backers.</p><p>“As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President Donald Trump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending,” he wrote on his social media platform X.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Top 10 stories of the day: Mongale murder suspect shot dead \| Trump’s pastor: No white genocide \| Spar bleeds billions </p> </p> </p><p>“The DOGE mission will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government,” Musk added.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful spending. </p><p>The @DOGE mission will only strengthen over time as it becomes a way of life throughout the government.</p>— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 29, 2025</p><p>ALSO READ: Bad news for illegal Starlink users in SA</p>Complaint<p>Musk, who was always at Trump’s side before pulling back to focus on his Space X and Tesla businesses complained that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), had become a “whipping boy” for dissatisfaction with the administration.</p><p>“I was disappointed to see the massive spending bill, frankly, which increases the budget deficit, not just decreases it, and undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing,” Musk said in an interview with CBS News on Tuesday.</p><p> </p><p>Trump tasked Musk with cutting government spending as head of DOGE, but after a feverish start, the South African born businessman announced in late April he was mostly stepping back to run his companies again.</p>Goals<p>Musk has previously admitted that he did not achieve all his goals with DOGE even though tens of thousands of people were removed from government payrolls and several departments were gutted or shut down, according to AFP.</p><p>Musk’s own businesses suffered in the meantime.</p><p>Protesters against the cost-cutting targeted Tesla dealerships while arsonists even torched a few of the electric vehicles, and the firm’s profits slumped.</p><p> </p><p>After his election victory, Trump picked Musk and former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy in November 2024 to lead DOGE, noting that they would “pave the way” for the Trump administration to “dismantle Government Bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies.”</p><p>ALSO READ: WATCH: Elon Musk’s father says Ramaphosa sought billionaire’s support for ANC</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 Donald Trump Elon Musk SpaceX Tesla United States of America (USA/US) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News Top 10 stories of the day: Mongale murder suspect shot dead \| Trump’s pastor: No white genocide \| Spar bleeds billions <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> World Trump enjoys temporary win as court preserves tariffs <footer> 7 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> South Africa ‘There is no white genocide happening here,’ says Trump’s top pastor after SA visit <footer> 9 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Opinion Elon Musk could shake up SA’s government <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> Elon Musk unceremoniously steps down from Trump administration	查看 4833	《公民报》	2025-05-29 20:46:10 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163044	有图 <p> Ncikazi was unbeaten in his four games in charge of Pirates. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Miguel-Timm-2-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Miguel Timm has been released by Orlando Pirates. Photo: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix</p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Orlando Pirates interim coach Mandla Ncikazi says he is ready to lead the club next season should the club ask him to do it.</p><p>Ncikazi served as an assistant coach under Jose Riveiro for three seasons. The Buccaneers appointed him as the interim coach when the Spaniard left before the end of the season.</p><p>ALSO READ: Orlando Pirates held by Magesi in Maela’s last game</p><p>Ncikazi was unbeaten in his four games in charge, registering one win and three draws in the process. His last game in charge was against Magesi at home where they had to come back from behind to draw 1-1 at the Orlando Stadium. </p><p>“I’ve learnt too much in this club. You don’t only learn as a coach, you also learn as a human being, they teach you to be a better man and a better human being. And it augurs well for me because I’m not the type who is looking for opportunities,” said Ncikazi during a post-match press conference in Soweto.</p><p>“When I got into this club, I became a servant. I want to serve this club. Remember, when you are appointed here, you must put your aspiration in the right place. You are here to serve and if you are serving, you are not the one who determines which direction you go with the mission.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> AmaZulu release Bafana Bafana goalkeeper – report </p> </p> </p><p>“I’m here and I will go where they send me to go and preach the gospel and it’s not me, it is the appointer who will take a decision.”</p><p> </p><p> </p>Ncikazi hails ‘great human being’ Maela<p>The game against Magesi was also captain Innocent Maela’s final game as a player as he will hang his boots and join the club in a different non-playing capacity.</p><p>Ncikazi was full of praise for the former Pirates skipper. describing him as a “great human being” </p><p>He was playing for Thanda Royal Zulu and I was still in KZN, I saw this fast winger that I wanted to poach, but they said, ‘He belongs to the big institution so you know what should happen’,” said Ncikazi.</p>Pirates release Timm<p>Meanwhile, Pirates confirmed on Thursday that they have parted ways with Miguel Timm. The club decided against renewing the midfielder’s contract, which was set to expire at the end of June.</p><p>ALSO READ: Chiefs’ Nabi to stay – ‘for now’</p><p> </p><p>After being an intergral part of the Pirates squad, Timm found game to come by last season. The 33-year-old made just three appearances in all competitions for Pirates last season. </p><p>“Thank you, Miguel Timm for every tackle, every pass, and every battle fought,” read a post on the Pirates official account.</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 Mandla Ncikazi Orlando Pirates F.C. (Pirates/Buccaneers) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Betway PSL AmaZulu release Bafana Bafana goalkeeper – report <footer> 11 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Sundowns duo dominate PSL awards <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Andre Arendse addresses SuperSport sale rumours <footer> 16 hours ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Betway PSL Ahly confirm appointment of ex-Pirates coach Riveiro <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> Ncikazi raises hand for Pirates job as Timm leaves	查看 4195	《公民报》	2025-05-29 20:59:14 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word
3163043	有图 <p> "Altogether, we expect PPI to average around 3% in 2025". </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Producer-Price-Index-remains-unchanged-but-an-increase-is-coming.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p>Picture: iStock </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Producer Price Index (PPI) in April remains unchanged at 0.5% from March 2025.</p><p>PPI measures the average change in prices of goods and services produced by manufacturers and producers.</p><p>It tracks inflation at the production level, showing how costs are changing for goods before they reach consumers.</p><p>Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) released the Index on Thursday, showing PPI increased by 0.5% month-on-month. However, economists believe that producer inflation is likely to rise moderately in the coming months. </p><p>ProfessorWaldo Krugell, an economist at the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the North-West University (NWU), this week told The Citizen the annual 0.5% PPI is very low. However, the month-to-month is on the high side.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘We just want electricity’ </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Small fuel price decrease no help for consumers in looming rough ride</p><p> </p><p> </p>Positive contributor in the PPI<p>Stats SA stated that the main positive contributors to the headline PPI annual and monthly inflation rate were food products, beverages, and tobacco products. Annually, the products increased by 4.7%, contributing 1.4%, while monthly, they increased by 0.9%, contributing 0.3%.</p><p>The index shows that the annual percentage change in the PPI for intermediate manufactured goods was 8.5% in April 2025, compared with 7.4% in March 2025.</p><p>The index increased by 2.4% month-on-month. The main contributors to the annual rate were basic and fabricated metals and chemicals, as well as rubber and plastic products. The products increased by 4.2%, contributing 1.2%.</p>How does the PPI affect consumers?<p>If producers face higher costs, these costs might be passed on to consumers through higher prices on goods and services. Increasing PPI can also mean an increase in future for consumer prices.</p><p> </p><p>Nedbank economists predict PPI will moderately increase in the coming months.</p><p>“The low base established in the second half of last year will amplify the upward trend, particularly on food. Local food prices will also be affected by higher global food prices, a weaker rand and potential disruptions to global supply chains due to the unfolding trade war.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Godongwana cuts zero-rated food basket in Budget 3.0</p>Electricity and water<p>The statistics show that the annual percentage change in the PPI for electricity and water was 11.2% in April 2025, compared with 10.0% in March 2025.</p><p> </p><p>“The index increased by 6.4% month-on-month. The contributors to the annual and monthly rates were electricity and water.”</p>Greater concern for food<p>Nedbank also said the outbreak of animal diseases is a concern for livestock.</p><p>Economists expect global oil prices to remain relatively subdued in 2025, owing to balanced supply and demand dynamics.</p><p>Beyond food and fuel, upward pressure will also come from steep electricity tariffs. Renewed rand weakness poses the most significant upside risks to the outlook.</p><p> </p><p>“The rand remains vulnerable to fragile global risk sentiment, which could shift dramatically in response to any escalation in the global trade war, changes in US monetary policy, or a prolonged period of acute policy and geopolitical uncertainty.” </p><p>“Altogether, we expect PPI to average around 3% in 2025.”</p><p>NOW READ: Budget 3.0: Fuel levy replaced VAT hike, but is it the better option?</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 Electricity food Producer Price Inflation Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) </p> <p> <p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> News ‘We just want electricity’ <footer> 1 hour ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Recipes Recipe of the day: Tuna avo aioli bagel toasts <footer> 1 day ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Recipes Recipe of the day: Spiced duck breast with a cherry and red wine glaze <footer> 2 days ago </footer> </p> </p> <p> <p> Business Statistics show almost a quarter of South African households go hungry <footer> 2 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> Producer Price Index remains unchanged, but an increase is coming \| The Citizen	查看 5058	《公民报》	2025-05-29 21:08:27 2025-05-31 15:33:33	word

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