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Police find Kenny Kunene at DJ Sumbody's alleged murder mastermind's home during arrest
- Katiso 'KT' Molefe, accused of masterminding DJ Sumbody's murder, was arrested at his Sandton home, where the PA's Kenny Kunene was present.
- Kunene claims he was there with a journalist to arrange an interview for his online news platform, Africa News Global, and had no prior relationship with Molefe.
- Molefe is also linked to a whistleblower killing and is central to claims of police infiltration by drug cartels, leading to investigations involving top officials.
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Ramaphosa buckles under DA's demands – fires Nkabane, saves the Budget
- President Ramaphosa fired former higher education minister Nobuhle Nkabane, who was accused of lying to Parliament, and appointed Buti Manamela as the new minister.
- The DA welcomed Nkabane's dismissal and announced it would now support the passing of the 2025/26 Budget by Parliament.
- Other parties like ActionSA and BOSA have been approached by the ANC regarding the budget vote, with BOSA emphasising the need to pass the Budget to avoid an economic crisis.
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Mom accused of pimping out daughters finds love in prison and wants bail
- A Gauteng mother is accused of prostituting her daughters, including selling one to an attorney who allegedly raped her.
- The mother, currently in custody, intends to apply for bail using the address of her fiancée, whom she met while incarcerated.
- She faces 72 charges, including rape, human trafficking and child abuse and has pleaded not guilty despite initial indications she might plead guilty.
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One arrested for Ekurhuleni chief auditor murder, cops hunt second suspect
- Gauteng police arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of Ekurhuleni chief auditor Mpho Mafole.
- A warrant of arrest has been issued for a second suspect, Hlanganani Agripper Mncwango.
- Mafole was ambushed and killed while driving on 30 June after an official meeting.
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SAA lends helping hand to FlySafair amid pilot strike
- SAA will accommodate FlySafair passengers amid a strike by 200 FlySafair pilots.
- FlySafair has agreements with SAA and LIFT to accommodate passengers during emergencies.
- FlySafair and Solidarity are set to meet with the CCMA to resolve the salary dispute in which the union is demanding a 10.5% wage increase.
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'I'm really emotional': Cast members say goodbye to beloved Muvhango
- Muvhango, SABC2's first Tshivenda drama, is ending after a 30-year run, with the final episode airing on 8 August.
- Cast members expressed mixed emotions, feeling sad about the show's end but also proud of its cultural impact and representation of Venda culture.
- The cancellation follows years of behind-the-scenes challenges, but the show's legacy as a cultural cornerstone in South African television history is acknowledged.
Junior Bok coach hails the Ackermann effect in U20s' success: 'He'll do very well at the Bulls'
- Junior Springbok coach Kevin Foote praised Johan Ackermann's impact as a coaching consultant during their World Rugby U20 Championship win.
- Foote highlighted Ackermann's technical and cultural coaching abilities, as well as his positive influence on the forward pack.
- Foote believes Ackermann, who will start as Bulls mentor on Tuesday, will excel in his new role.
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