Author: Malebogo Putu

The North West province has marked a groundbreaking achievement in healthcare with the successful completion of two Off Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts (Off Pump CABG) at the Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital Complex this week. The procedures, the first of their kind in both private and public facilities in the province, were conducted on 11 and 12 November 2024. Specialists from India, Wits University, and the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital collaborated with the hospital’s team to perform the surgeries. Health MEC Sello Lehari, who visited the patients post-surgery, hailed the milestone as a testament to quality healthcare and innovation in the…

The Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality supported the Retladirela Service Club’s year-end fun-walk event on 8 November 2024, held at Z Section Park in Jouberton. The event aimed to promote social and economic development through healthy living initiatives for elderly women in the district. The event, organized by Retladirela Club Chairperson Mrs. R.K. Sindi, aligned with Key Performance Indicator 60 of the Service Delivery Budget Implementation Plan (SDIBP). The initiative, supported by the Office of the Executive Mayor’s Gender Coordination Desk, also aimed to enhance the District Development Model (DDM) One Plan. Participants began the walk at Z Section Park,…

Mamelodi Sundowns put on a commanding performance at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Wednesday night, clinching a 3-0 victory over Cape Town City. This marks Sundowns’ first win against the Cape Town side since 2022 and a crucial rebound after a recent away loss. Peter Shalulile’s brace and Lucas Ribeiro’s goal sealed the three points, with Shalulile scoring his first league goal of the season in the 16th minute, thanks to a clever assist from Ribeiro. The hosts extended their lead in the 37th minute when Khuliso Mudau’s cut-back found Ribeiro, who unleashed a powerful strike to make it 2-0. Shalulile…

In a powerful initiative to spotlight children’s rights and well-being, global sports giant PUMA and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns Football Club (MSFC) have launched the new “HOPE KIT” Third Kit for the 2024/25 season. Revealed on National Children’s Day, the white and blue design symbolizes youth, innocence, and positivity, reinforcing the theme of children’s empowerment.Mamelodi Sundowns spokesperson Tiyani Mabunda encouraged supporters to join in the mission, stating, “We invite our loyal supporters and incredible fans to purchase this HOPE KIT and become part of our mission to ensure every child in South Africa has a chance to thrive and reach…

North West Premier Lazarus Mokgosi has commended the Department of Human Settlements for the successful completion of the Ruigtesloot Housing Project. During a recent visit to the area, Premier Mokgosi, along with MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Gaoage Oageng Molapisi, and Moretele Local Municipality Mayor, Cllr George Manyeke, officially handed over keys to two beneficiaries. The project, which aims to replace inadequate housing in Ruigtesloot, brings much-needed relief to a community long plagued by poor living conditions. The village, known for its shack dwellers and mud houses, has faced recurring incidents of floods and strong winds…

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has pledged to continue its efforts to stabilize the City of Tshwane amidst political turmoil caused by what it describes as an alliance between the ANC, ActionSA, and the EFF. The party announced it will field Cilliers Brink as its mayoral candidate in a bid to restore governance in the capital. DA Gauteng Provincial Leader, Solly Msimanga, criticized the removal of Brink from the mayoral position, calling it a reckless political move. He accused ActionSA of aiding the ANC and benefiting the EFF in their quest to unseat the DA-led government. “We will not abandon the…

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has celebrated a significant victory following the Western Cape High Court’s decision to grant an urgent interdict preventing Dr. John Hlophe from taking up a seat on the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). The DA, which brought the application, hailed the ruling as a crucial win for the integrity and independence of South Africa’s judiciary. The court’s decision, delivered this week, bars Hlophe from joining the JSC, the body responsible for selecting judges. The DA argued that Hlophe, who was impeached and found guilty of gross misconduct, should not be allowed to participate in such a critical…

ActionSA has strongly condemned the impending electricity tariff increases, warning that the proposed hikes will push struggling South African households deeper into financial hardship. During an urgent parliamentary debate, ActionSA Member of Parliament Malebo Kobe criticized both Eskom and the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) for their roles in approving the tariffs, which are set to rise by more than 40% next year. Kobe highlighted that Eskom has requested a 36.15% tariff increase, and NERSA’s decision to allow the state utility to recover an additional R8 billion from its Regulatory Clearing Account will result in a further 4%…

ActionSA has welcomed the removal of City of Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink, marking the end of what it calls the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) “failed” eight-year governance of the capital city. Tshwane councillors voted to oust Brink, and ActionSA hailed the decision as a victory for residents seeking better service delivery. In a statement, ActionSA criticized Brink’s leadership, claiming that if he had been an ANC mayor, his performance would have been deemed “average” by those currently defending him. The party emphasized its involvement in Tshwane’s coalition government but admitted that its participation was in a “mediocre” administration that failed to…

ActionSA has announced its intention to refer the case of John Hlophe, the newly elected Member of Parliament, to Parliament’s Constitutional Review Committee following an interdict that has blocked his appointment to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). According to ActionSA, this case highlights a pressing need for constitutional reforms to address contradictions in the eligibility criteria for public office. Hlophe’s appointment to the JSC has been delayed by concerns regarding his fitness to serve on the commission, which is responsible for judicial appointments and oversight. However, ActionSA argues that Hlophe’s election to Parliament—where he meets all constitutional requirements under Section…