By KOPANO MONAHENG OCTOBER is National Transport Month in South Africa, providing an opportunity to reflect on the realities facing motorists and passengers in Mzansi. South African Breweries (SAB) is using the month to remind the public that efforts to tackle drinking and driving must continue. Zoleka Lisa, vice-president of corporate affairs at SAB, said…
SWISS oral healthcare brand Curaprox, is bringing its global House of Mouth campaign to South Africa on 15 October 2026, designed to educate consumers about the importance of oral health and the role it plays in everyday wellbeing. House of Mouth is a first-of-its-kind experiential event designed to position oral health as a fundamental pillar…
By KOPANO MONAHENG Guinea coach Paulo Duarte has refused to reveal the weaknesses his technical team identified in Bafana Bafana, saying doing so could work against his side ahead of their next encounter.The mind games have already begun, with Duarte choosing to keep his tactical observations under wraps rather than give South Africa an early…
Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, is dismayed and mourns the tragic death of two learners who were reportedly shot and killed in Alexandra on the evening of Monday, 5 October. The deceased were a Grade 12 learner from Minerva Secondary School and a 17-year-old Grade 9 learner from Alexandra…
By KOPANO MONAHENG HOMESCHOOLING may be seen by some as unlawful and as depriving children of their right to receive a proper educational foundation. But Gauteng MEC for Education Lebohang Maile does not think so. Maile says homeschooling is allowed in South Africa, provided parents or guardians have the means, skills and knowledge to get…
By THABO MOTLHABI PASSING to the next grade is every parent’s wish, but academic success requires more than classroom lessons. For learners to thrive, they also need opportunities to build confidence, improve their vocabulary and develop their skills beyond the classroom. Lesedi La Batsha After School hosted Spelling Bee Competition on 3 October at the…
By KOPANO MONAHENG Sekhukhune United were floored once again by the mighty Orlando Pirates. It was three days ago when Pirates called them to order at the packed old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. Today meant business as usual, as they thrashed them 2-0, this time at the Orlando Amstel Arena. It’s rare that Pirates…
The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) is continuing to strengthen the fight against HIV and Tuberculosis (TB), with statistics indicating improved retention of clients on treatment in the 2025/26 financial year compared to the 2024/25 financial year.1 of 2 . In the 2025/26 financial year, Gauteng saw 1 295 104 HIV clients remain on treatment,…
By KOPANO MONAHENG MAMELODI Sundowns’ men’s and women’s teams have built a culture of success, with trophy-winning performances setting the benchmark at the club. Any coach that arrives at Sundowns is therefore expected to embrace and uphold that winning mentality, while maintain the standards that have become synonymous with the club.But what is the secret…
