BambaleleP@sowetan.co.za (Patience Bambalele) City Power has confirmed that it has switched power to some residents within the Johannesburg CBD who were affected by last week’s blast. Half the city went dark after an underground gas explosion on Wednesday damaged 29 cars, injured 48 and killed one person. The city, which promised to restore basic service on Monday, began … Read more
“You have made a lot of enemies in specialized units. We will deal with you.” That’s the shocking message sent to the man who circulated a video of Vice President Paul Machattel’s mother-in-law attacking motorists on the highway earlier this month. The incident, which occurred on the N1 in Johannesburg on 2 July, once again … Read more
For many actors who got their start with the show at a young age, it’s been an amazing and fulfilling journey full of learning stages. Mahlasila, who made her debut on the programme, said it was amazing and challenging for a Zulu-speaking woman who only speaks Afrikaans when acting. “The trip was amazing, I don’t … Read more
While the city of Joburg has declared nearby buildings safe from the underground blast, businesses in the area are beginning to bear the brunt of reduced foot traffic. The underground gas explosion that occurred on Wednesday at Lilian Ngoyi Street, formerly Wild Street, affected businesses. Since the accident, the entire street has been without electricity. … Read more
The city manager of Johannesburg has ruled out the possibility that illegal mining was responsible for Wednesday’s gas explosion. Floyd Brink, who was providing technical updates on their investigation Friday afternoon, said their investigation shows that no humans live in the tunnels that run in the underbelly of the CBD. He showed media photos taken … Read more
Although Mutao was appointed last week, his work as technical director began last year with former teammate, Oscar Buthelesi, who has since left the organisation. As a technical director, he will be expected to create programs for the development of the company and to discover and mentor young talent. “For me, it is a life-changing … Read more
Eager to perfect the role, Mthumbeni said her research included visiting the former killer at her accommodation at the Thokoza Women’s Hostel in central Durban. “It was important for me to prepare my mind and body for this character because it’s a one-woman show. Physically and emotionally, it’s exhausting. I’m talking for an hour and … Read more
Taxi owners whose cars were damaged in the gas explosion in the Johannesburg central business district are already calculating the costs of their vehicles that were off the road for repair. Source by [author_name]
The longest soap in SABC2 7 st Coming to an end after 23 years. The game ends when the current season ends in December. Created by Danny Odendale, 7 st It debuted on SABC2 on April 4, 2000. It brought to life much-loved characters like Oubaas, Hilda, Charmaine, Aggie, Emma, and Meintjies who have all … Read more
Music legend Oscar Mdlongwa better known as Oskidu is proud that the Kalawa Jazmee has been a part of South African folk culture and has played a major role in the local music scene. Kalawa, which celebrates its 29th year this year, has survived the challenges of the music industry that has led to the … Read more