Archive: 2025 / 08
Stellenbosch University Faces Outcry Over Racist Incident and Delayed Apology
Stellenbosch University is under fire after a high-profile racist incident involving student Theuns du Toit urinating on Babalo Ndwayana’s belongings. The victim’s father slammed the delayed phone apology and criticized the university’s slow response. Protests erupted on campus, reigniting debate over racism at South African universities.
Ernie Els' Remarkable Kindness Shines in Heartfelt Reunion with DJ Darren Scott's Son
Golf star Ernie Els' heartfelt support for Darren Scott's son Mark, a cancer survivor, is recalled through two meetings—one at a charity event and another at a PGA tournament. Els' genuine kindness left a deep and lasting impression on the Scott family.
South African National Petroleum Company Launch Aims to Transform Nation's Energy Sector
South Africa's government has launched the South African National Petroleum Company (SANPC) to consolidate state energy efforts, aiming to boost energy security and drive economic growth by unifying oil and gas resources under one roof. The move promises to stabilize fuel markets and attract new investments to modernize the country's petroleum industry.
Nestory Irankunda Makes Bold Move: Bayern Munich Loan Star Joins Grasshoppers for Swiss Super League Test
Nestory Irankunda, an 18-year-old Australian football sensation, will spend next season on loan at Grasshoppers from Bayern Munich. After smashing onto the European scene with an A-League record transfer, Irankunda looks to prove himself with regular minutes in Switzerland’s top flight. Grasshoppers hope his attacking spark helps with their relegation fight.
MK Party Chief Whip Mzwanele Manyi Breaks Silence on SONA Speech Clash with John Hlophe
MK Party's Chief Whip Mzwanele Manyi set the record straight about the heated row with John Hlophe over the sudden swap of a SONA response speech, which Hlophe felt was unfairly linked to Jacob Zuma. The episode exposed deeper party tensions and led to urgent calls for leadership intervention.
Presley Chweneyagae’s Lasting Legacy: The River Star’s Early Exit from Acting and Sudden Passing at 40
Presley Chweneyagae, the award-winning South African actor best known for his roles in Tsotsi and The River, planned to retire from acting at age 40, citing personal ambitions. His sudden death in 2025 at just 40 ended a remarkable career across film, TV, and theater, leaving a powerful legacy.
Elephant Seal Named Gordon Causes Stir After Wandering Into Gordon’s Bay Streets
A nearly one-ton southern elephant seal, dubbed Gordon, stunned Gordon’s Bay by strolling inland from the ocean. Locals watched as wildlife experts and vets led a nine-hour rescue mission to return the rare visitor to the sea, highlighting the drama and rarity of marine life wandering far from home.
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