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BLACK COFFEE FOUNDATION: Expanding gift of sight with life-changing dental care

29Jul

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BLACK COFFEE FOUNDATION: Expanding gift of sight with life-changing dental care

By Sitha Maliwa: For many children, poor eyesight and untreated dental problems are silent barriers that rob them of confidence, concentration and the chance to reach their full potential. The Black Coffee Foundation is determined to change that. In a bold expansion of its life-changing Gift of Sight by Black Coffee initiative, the Foundation has introduced a dedicated dental care programme, ensuring that vulnerable learners receive not only eye care but also essential oral health services. The programme made its debut at Zenzeleni Primary School in Alexandra from 27 to 29 July 2026, where learners underwent comprehensive eye examinations, vision testing and oral health assessments. The initiative reflects the Foundation's growing co...

A PROUD MOMENT FOR NEWSSA: Katlego Rammusa nominated for North West Media Awards

22Jul

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A PROUD MOMENT FOR NEWSSA: Katlego Rammusa nominated for North West Media Awards

By NewsSA Online: NewsSA journalist Katlego Rammusa has been nominated for the 2026 North West Media Awards, marking a significant achievement in his journalism career and recognition of his contribution to the media industry in the province. Rammusa is among the journalists and media professionals recognised in this year's nominations, which celebrate excellence across journalism, broadcasting, communications, digital media and content creation. The 2026 North West Media Awards attracted more than 600 nominations, with 180 nominees selected to compete across 18 categories. This year's awards also introduced new categories, including Podcast of the Year and Videographer of the Year, reflecting the changing nature of the media landscape a...

Taiwanese community in South Africa spreads care on Mandela Day

22Jul

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Taiwanese community in South Africa spreads care on Mandela Day

By Lee Pin-hsuan: JOHANNESBURG — Taiwan’s expatriate community in South Africa held a Mandela Day winter-relief event at the Tshepang Care Centre in Tembisa, Gauteng Province, on July 18, donating warm clothing, food and daily necessities to support more than 300 local children and community residents. The program of the day included a lion dance performed by the Qisheng Lion Dance Troupe. Eswatini Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini delivered a video message encouraging disadvantaged children to study hard, while Acer founder Stan Shih also expressed his support from Taiwan. Student volunteers helped children apply temporary “Team Taiwan” tattoos, which proved popular. The event concluded with al...

Forty Under 40 South Africa Awards Return to Celebrate the Nation’s Most Influential Young Leaders

2Jul

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Forty Under 40 South Africa Awards Return to Celebrate the Nation’s Most Influential Young Leaders

By Katlego Rammusa: Nominations are officially open for the 4th edition of the Forty Under 40 South Africa Awards, the prestigious platform dedicated to identifying, honouring and celebrating the nation’s most influential and accomplished young leaders under the age of 40. The much-anticipated Forty Under 40 South Africa Awards returns this year with a grand celebration of outstanding South Africans who continue to demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, resilience and commitment to positive change across various sectors. Organized by Xodus Communications in partnership with the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and the National Youth Development Agency, the awards celebrate entrepreneurs, executive...

Protesters Urge Free State Government to Act on Illegal Immigration and Unemployment

1Jul

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Protesters Urge Free State Government to Act on Illegal Immigration and Unemployment

By Rorisang Rampheteng: Calls for tougher action against illegal immigration echoed through the streets of Bloemfontein on Tuesday as Mangaung residents marched to the Office of the Free State Premier to deliver a memorandum demanding government intervention. The protesters said illegal immigration and unemployment remain among the province's most pressing challenges. They urged the provincial government to tighten the enforcement of immigration laws, improve border control and introduce measures that will create more employment opportunities, particularly for young people. This echoed similar views expressed by protesters in nationwide demonstrations that also took place mainly in major cities in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Easter...

FROM STREETS TO SCREENS: Uber Fuels South Africa’s World Cup Fever

16Jun

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FROM STREETS TO SCREENS: Uber Fuels South Africa’s World Cup Fever

By Sitha Maliwa: As the 2026 World Cup ignites football fever across the globe, Uber is making sure South Africans don't just watch the beautiful game - they live it. From discounted rides to electric fan zones to late-night food deliveries and exclusive matchday treats, Uber has launched a nationwide World Cup campaign designed to turn every fixture into an unforgettable occasion. Running from 11 June to 19 July, the campaign promises to keep fans connected to the action, whether they are singing from the stands at public viewing venues or nervously pacing their living rooms during South Africa's biggest matches. For supporters eager to soak up the atmosphere, Uber is offering discounted rides to some of the country's hottest fan des...

Wanted murder suspect arrested after a year on the run

16Jun

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Wanted murder suspect arrested after a year on the run

By Becker Semela: North West murder suspect was arrested in the Free State on Friday. (Image: supplied by SAPS) A 24-year-old man wanted in connection with a murder case in the North West province has been arrested in Odendaalsrus in the Free State on Friday after Welkom police Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) received a tip-off. The suspect had allegedly been evading police for more than a year after a murder that took place in Koster in April 2025. His arrest marks a breakthrough in the case after authorities continued searching for him across provincial boundaries. According to police spokesperson Sergeant Palesa Thabana, the police received a tip-off regarding the whereabouts of the wanted suspect. She said the information led police to a h...

State-of-the-art Paediatric Heart Care Lab Opened

16Jun

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State-of-the-art Paediatric Heart Care Lab Opened

By Becker Semela: Children with heart conditions in the Free State now have access to world-class cardiac care closer to home following the opening of a new Paediatric Cardiology Catheterisation Laboratory at Universitas Academic Hospital (UAH) in Bloemfontein. The Free State Department of Health officially launched the state-of-the-art facility at the Universitas Hospital in Bloemfontein. Health MEC Menyatso Mahlatsi told NewsSa on Saturday that the R33 million laboratory started to operate on Wednesday after officially opening on Tuesday. He said the lab is designed to provide advanced, minimally invasive heart procedures for children, as well as reducing the need for patients to travel long distances for specialised treatment. "The mode...

MORE THAN AN ATTORNEY: Ursula Ntuli’s Mission To Uplift Communities

3Jun

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MORE THAN AN ATTORNEY: Ursula Ntuli’s Mission To Uplift Communities

By Sitha Maliwa: For many people, the law is often associated with courtrooms, contracts and litigation. For attorney Ursula Ntuli, however, the legal profession is also a vehicle for community development, empowerment and social justice. As the founder and director of Ursula Ntuli Attorneys in eMalahleni, Ntuli has built a formidable legal practice while simultaneously dedicating herself to uplifting vulnerable members of society. Since the firm's establishment in 2021, it has successfully transferred more than 400 properties valued at over R320 million, facilitated international transactions between Tanzania and Malawi, handled trust registrations, and managed hundreds of active legal matters ranging from High Court applications to civil ...

EDUCATION DEFERRED: An Incomplete Library Causes A Stir As Practiseer Community Cries Foul Over The Delayed Project

29May

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EDUCATION DEFERRED: An Incomplete Library Causes A Stir As Practiseer Community Cries Foul Over The Delayed Project

By News SA Correspondent: A library scene image, not the actual picture of the new Practiseer library under discussion. (IMAGE: Obtained from the internet) The building of a R16-million state-of-the-art public library is supposed to bring smiles and celebration to any local community that is yearning for education, but for the people of the rural Praktiseer outside the mining town of Burgersfort in Limpopo, it's a shame - it has taken long to finish and is still not fully done, years later. Initially planned to be constructed within eight months, it has taken at least four years to be completed, but still it is 95% complete - some work to be done, perhaps some more money to be spent due to cost escalation associated with inflation. Altho...