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IOL News
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Joburg's weekend line-up: comedy gold and adventurous escapades
South African comedian Robby Collins will be at this year's 'Jokers in July' comedy showcase. Image: Supplied Jokers in July Some of the nation's top comedians are set to headline the 'Jokers in July' comedy showcase. The latest edition of the annual event will be hosted by award-winning comedian and radio presenter, Darren Maule. Those who will take to perform include top acts such as Chris Forrest, Mpho Popps and Robby Collins. Where: The Theatre of Marcellus at the Emperor's Palace. When: Friday, July 11, from 8pm. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Girls on Bikes This exhilarating bike ride through the streets of Joburg is making its return this weekend for its winter edition. The simple route will include some scenic detours, presenting an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors while experiencing Jozi in a different way, all while enjoying the all-female company. Where: The meeting spot is at the Cycle Boutique in Braamfontein Werf. When: Saturday, July 12, from 8.30am to 12.30pm. Le Petit Playhouse Keep the kids entertained these winter holidays at the Mall of Africa, which will be hosting fun-filled activities for youngsters, aged two to seven. This will include themed zones such as the Fire Station, Police Station, Vet, Beauty Salon, Medical Centre, Café and Market with various curated props and dress-up attire to satisfy their natural curiosity. Where: The Nando's Court at Mall of Africa in Midrand. When: Runs until July 21, with sessions from 9am to 8pm.
The Herald
02-07-2025
- The Herald
12 SANDF members in Hawks murder case claim state evidence is weak
The 12 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members arrested in connection with the murder of Hawks officer Lt-Col Frans Mathipa are adamant that the prospects of being acquitted are high. They appeared in the Randburg magistrate's court on Tuesday for a bail application. The two defence lawyers read their affidavits regarding their personal circumstances and their involvement in the case. Most of them stated that they did not believe the state had a solid case against them and that the prospects of a successful prosecution were 'very slim'. Some of them stated that they were about to carry out a sensitive operation before they were arrested. They are facing three counts of murder. They also face counts of kidnapping, fraud, obstructing the administration of justice, making false statements under oath and theft of a motor vehicle. The court ordered that their photographs and names should not be published due to a security risk and an outstanding identity parade, which was yet to be conducted. The charges stem from the alleged kidnapping of Abdella Hussain Abadiga and Kadir Jemal Abotese at the Mall of Africa on December 29 2022. Their whereabouts remain unknown. The accused are charged with the murders of Abadiga and Abotese. Soldiers argued in their affidavits that during the day of the incident, they were conducting a military exercise when the offences of kidnapping and murder were committed. One of the soldiers was arrested at OR Tambo International Airport. The court heard the member was arrested during his arrival from training. 'I have no knowledge of the alleged deceased. The warrant of arrest didn't contain a charge of murder,' testified one of the soldiers in an affidavit read in court. 'Merits of the matter will be determined later during the trial, should it be held. I submit that the state case is not solid against me ... I opted to play the open cards. 'I have no knowledge of those counts. The charges referred to under these counts are brought with an ulterior motive,' testified another in an affidavit read in court, referring to some of the counts he was facing. According to the charge sheet, Mathipa, who was tasked with investigating the kidnapping and murders of Abadiga and Abotese, and investigating the involvement of the SANDF members, was killed near the N1 highway in Hammanskraal. National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane said the matter was postponed until Thursday to allow the investigating officer to verify some of the addresses that were presented by the accused on their bail applications. ' We will be guided by the investigation process. For now, we would not be in a position to comment much about what will unfold in the case, as investigations are ongoing but safe to say that this prosecution forms part of our broader mandate to deal decisively with organised crime, and also by ensuring that the perpetrators of such crimes are brought to book. 'They come and face justice, as has been the case in this case that is before the court. All accused are subjected to a judicial process, one that will become transparent so that all of society can have their questions answered,' she said. She said the state was yet to present the evidence of the investigating officer by way of an affidavit that will be presented in court. TimesLIVE
Eyewitness News
06-06-2025
- General
- Eyewitness News
Dr Mathole Motshekga Primary School in Midrand to get facilities upgrades
JOHANNESBURG - The Dr Mathole Motshekga Primary School in Rabie Ridge, Midrand will see facilities upgrades of at least R73,833. Over 2,400 students are currently enrolled in the school, which has been operating out of mobile container classrooms since its founding in 2003, with little government assistance for infrastructural upgrades. A lack of space for assemblies and lunch breaks is one of the school's most urgent problems, and the donation addresses this issue at a critical moment. Many of the students depend on the school's feeding programme on a regular basis, thus it is believed that the remaining money has been allocated to it. Nthabiseng Sebola, the school's principal, said it also implied a more appropriate and safe space for the pupils to gather, learn, and grow. "For this kind donation, we are deeply grateful. The new assembly area will serve as a magnificent structure that symbolises progress and opportunity for our children for many years to come," said Sebola. Using money raised from their festive gift-wrapping station this past December, Mall of Africa delivered the donations to the school. Additionally, the gift-wrapping station raised money to improve the mall's extended community while providing customers with a seasonal convenience. A new, bigger covered gathering place has been built, providing a much-needed useful area to handle the school's expanding student body. In order to make the current assembly space safer and more useful for its smaller events and lunch service, it has also been renovated. Yasmeen Lorgat stated: "We are thrilled to have been able to improve the facilities at this school in a way that will have a lasting impact, as education is such an important part of helping empower children to live a fulfilled life." She went on to say that they are dedicated to giving back to the community, and this donation is one method to transform seasonal kindness into long-term assistance.
The Citizen
08-05-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Gentle aesthetics are replacing the knife
It is about balance, precision, less about surgery and more about a gentle approach. Aesthetic medicine is no longer about dramatic transformations. It is about refinement, sculpting, shaping and enhancing what already exists, carefully. It is about balance, precision, less about surgery and more about a gentle approach than just cutting someone to size. After all, the face is a three-dimensional structure in motion, said aesthetics practitioner and Mall of Africa beauty squad influencer Dr Karishma Ramdev. 'Aesthetics is not just about changing faces,' she said. 'It is about understanding ageing, bone loss, collagen depletion and how to work with what people already have to enhance rather than alter.' 'No longer is it just about looking good in pictures,' she said. 'It is about feeling good in your own skin.' Slow ageing without looking like someone else 'People are becoming more aware and accepting of aesthetic treatments,' she said. 'They are looking for ways to slow down ageing while still looking like themselves.' Aesthetic medicine offers non-invasive or sometimes minimally invasive alternatives to plastic surgery. It is becoming more popular due to its shorter recovery times, lower risks and personalised treatments. Unlike plastic surgery, which requires specialist surgeons and involves more extensive procedures, aesthetic medicine can be performed by trained physicians and general practitioners in South Africa. Also Read: Mzansi's People: The making of a makeup artist In previous years, aesthetic medicine gave us stiff upper lips and expressionless foreheads. No wrinkles, but no character either. But things have changed, said Ramdev. In recent years, there has been a move away from exaggerated fillers and frozen expressions toward more subtle enhancements that preserve youthfulness without obvious intervention. 'People aren't asking to look different,' she said. And that, she believes, is where true aesthetic skill lies. It's not in altering, but in restoring, rebalancing and preventing. 'It's not just about wrinkles' 'It isn't just about wrinkles and fine lines,' she said. 'We treat skin laxity, acne scars, stretch marks and even conditions like varicose veins.' Techniques may range from injectable treatments like botulinum toxin (Botox) and hyaluronic acid fillers to more advanced procedures such as chemical peels, thread lifts and energy-based therapies like ultrasound and laser treatments. Body sculpting has also gained traction, offering non-surgical ways to contour and define areas of the body that resist diet and exercise. 'Botox isn't about freezing the face,' she said. 'It is about softening movement before wrinkles become permanent.' Collagen-stimulating treatments are gaining momentum too, it's a way to counteract the natural depletion of collagen that begins as early as 25. 'We aren't just filling lines anymore,' she said. 'We are rebuilding the foundations of the face in a way that looks effortless.' Despite its growing popularity, aesthetic medicine remains one of the most misunderstood industries, said Ramdev. 'There is a huge difference between well-done work and overdone work,' she said. 'The problem is people only notice the bad work.' Her goal has always been to change that perception through education. 'I spend just as much time explaining procedures as I do performing them,' she said. 'When patients understand what we are doing and why, they make better decisions about their own faces.' Men are sneaking into consults Women have long led the charge in aesthetic medicine, but the tide is turning, and men are now sneaking into consults, often as a plus one with their partners at first. 'A decade ago, men barely spoke about aesthetics,' she said. 'Now they come in knowing exactly what they want. These can be preventative treatments, sharper jawlines, and subtle refinements that don't scream that they have had work done.' Male aesthetics is moving into the mainstream, reshaping traditional ideas of masculinity in a post-metrosexual, more free society. 'Men are finally allowed to invest in their appearance without it being taboo,' she said. 'And they love the results.' While male patients seek definition and structure, women continue to prioritise volume and skin health. 'Women know what works,' she said. 'They have been exposed to aesthetics far longer and are comfortable making tweaks to preserve their features rather than overhaul them.' Preventative treatments are also becoming the norm. 'The younger generation isn't waiting until things start sagging or creasing,' she said. 'They are stopping it before it happens.' Now Read: Expert reveals the natural beauty revolution taking over
