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IOL News
09-07-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Tributes pour in for former Cape Town mayor Theresa Solomon
Former Cape Town Mayor Theresa Solomon, remembered as a fearless activist and devoted community leader, whose legacy continues to inspire generations. Image: Facebook Former Cape Town mayor Theresa Mary Solomon, who died on Monday, has been remembered as a dedicated activist, compassionate leader and pioneering figure in the city's history. Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis described Solomon as a figure whose contributions left a lasting mark, particularly on the Cape Flats where she championed basic rights and services during a time of hardship. 'Former Mayor Theresa Solomon will be remembered for her dedication to justice and activism, which brought about meaningful change, especially on the Cape Flats, where she played a pivotal role in establishing civic organisations to campaign for amenities in the wake of forced removals in the 1970s, including schools, hospitals, and police stations,' said Hill-Lewis. Born in 1945 in the historic District Six, Solomon experienced the trauma of apartheid-era displacement firsthand, an experience that fuelled her lifelong commitment to justice. Her leadership came to the fore when she was elected Mayor of Cape Town from 1996 to 1998, a crucial time during the city's transition into democracy. 'As a mother, activist, and leader, she demonstrated how compassion and courage could create tangible change,' said Hill-Lewis. 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 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. Next Stay Close ✕ Beyond her role as mayor, Solomon also served South Africa with distinction on the international stage as High Commissioner to both Tanzania and Canada. The Mitchells Plain Development Action Collective (MPDAC) said it mourned the passing of Solomon, aged 79, a mother, grandmother, community leader, a diplomat and founder member of MPDAC. 'Fondly known as 'Com T' or 'T', born in 1945, Theresa dedicated her life to the struggle for justice and equality,' MPDAC said. The Solomon family moved to Woodlands in 1979 where she was involved in numerous campaigns such as the bus boycott, advocating for a school in Tafelsig and opposing rent increases. Solomon was instrumental in community activism with the establishment of the Leadwood Creche and the Woodlands People's Centre. 'Solomon went on to become Cape Town's first black female Mayor and later served as South Africa's Ambassador to Canada as well as a term as Ambassador to Tanzania.'
The Citizen
08-07-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Top 10 stories of the day: Ramaphosa disputes 30% tariff claim
Here's your daily news update for Tuesday, 8 July 2025: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. News today includes President Cyril Ramaphosa has contested the United States' justification for imposing a 30% trade tariff on South African goods, describing the percentage as inaccurate and based on a flawed interpretation of trade data. Meanwhile, the City of Cape Town has paid its condolences to its former mayor Theresa Solomon. Furthermore, while luxury cars linked to her name are being auctioned off by the South African Revenue Service (Sars) and her once-prized football club, Royal AM, slips from her grasp, Shauwn 'MaMkhize' Mkhize continues to live life in unapologetic opulence. Weather tomorrow: 9 July 2025 Damaging winds are expected along the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal while extremely high fire danger conditions are forecast over parts of the Northern Cape. Most provinces can expect fine, cold to cool weather, with some wind and isolated rain in parts of the Western Cape. Full weather forecast here. Stay up to date with The Citizen – More News, Your Way. Ramaphosa disputes Trump's 30% tariff claim as 'not accurate' President Cyril Ramaphosa has contested the United States' justification for imposing a 30% trade tariff on South African goods, describing the percentage as inaccurate and based on a flawed interpretation of trade data. The dispute emerged after President Donald Trump announced the unilateral tariff imposition in correspondence received by South Africa on Monday. US President Donald Trump meets with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on 21 May 2025. Picture: AFP South Africa was among several countries to receive similar communications from the US administration, signalling a broader shift in American trade policy. CONTINUE READING: Ramaphosa disputes Trump's 30% tariff claim as 'not accurate' Inmates busted using smuggled cellphones to run scams from prison Prisoners at Baviaanspoort Correctional Centre were recently busted for using snuck in mobile phones to actively scam members of the public from within their cells. The scams came to light after National Commissioner Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale led a specialised raid that revealed the criminal network operating in daytime. Inmates cellphone raid. Picture: Department of Correctional Services. The scamming operation relied on a system of hidden mobile phones that inmates had successfully smuggled into the facility. CONTINUE READING: Inmates busted using smuggled cellphones to run scams from prison Former Cape Town mayor dies The City of Cape Town has paid its condolences to its former mayor Theresa Solomon. Solomon died on Monday. Cape Town shoreline. Picture:She was the mayor of Cape Town from 1996 to 1998. CONTINUE READING: Former Cape Town mayor dies Health minister weaponising racial bias report to push NHI, says IRR The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) has accused Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi of using a report into the racial bias of medical aid compliance standards to further his National Health Insurance (NHI) agenda. The report, compiled by a panel chaired by Advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi, concluded that medical aid schemes were unfairly discriminating against black practitioners when investigating fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) claims. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi. Picture: GCIS To reach this conclusion, the independent panel relied on an equation devised by a mathematician with a PhD from the University of Cape Town. CONTINUE READING: Health minister weaponising racial bias report to push NHI, says IRR While luxury cars linked to her name are being auctioned off by the South African Revenue Service (Sars) and her once-prized football club, Royal AM, slips from her grasp, Shauwn 'MaMkhize' Mkhize continues to live life in unapologetic opulence. From fur coats courtside at an NBA game to glam game-reserve getaways, the flamboyant businesswoman remains silent, despite growing scrutiny and public questions around her ties to figures named in a weekend briefing by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Shauwn Mkhize. Picture Instagram The fall of Royal AM, once a rising force in South African football owned by MaMkhize, has sent shockwaves through the PSL. CONTINUE READING: Fur, football and forfeits: MaMkhize lives it up as netizens link her to the Mkhwanazi saga Here are five more stories of the day: Yesterday's News recap READ HERE: Mkhwanazi vs Mchunu | Magaqa's killer sentenced | Travis Scott tickets still available
The Herald
08-07-2025
- Politics
- The Herald
Activist, diplomat and ex-Cape Town mayor Theresa Solomon dies aged 79
The City of Cape Town has paid tribute to former mayor and anti-apartheid activist Theresa Solomon, who died on Monday evening surrounded by her family at the age of 79. 'Former mayor Solomon will be remembered for her dedication to justice and activism, which brought about meaningful change, especially on the Cape Flats, where she played a pivotal role in establishing civic organisations to campaign for amenities in the wake of forced removals in the 1970s, including schools, hospitals and police stations,' said mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis. ' As a mother, activist and leader, her legacy will continue to inspire future generations.' Solomon was born in 1945 in District Six and served as mayor of Cape Town from 1996 to 1998, later also serving as South Africa's high commissioner to Tanzania and Canada. Solomon was a founding member of NPO the Mitchells Plain Development Action Collective. 'Fondly known as Mom T or T, Theresa dedicated her life to the struggle for justice and equality,' said the NPO. 'The Solomon family moved to Woodlands in 1979, where she was involved in numerous campaigns such as the bus boycott, advocating for a school in Tafelsig and opposing rent increases. She was instrumental in community activism with the establishment of the Leadwood Creche and the Woodlands People's Centre. 'Theresa went on to become Cape Town's first black female mayor and later served as South Africa's [high commissioner in] Canada as well as a term as [high commissioner in] Tanzania.' TimesLIVE
News24
08-07-2025
- Politics
- News24
Former Cape Town mayor Theresa Solomon dies
Former mayor of Cape Town and anti-apartheid activist Theresa Solomon died on Monday at the age of 79 after a period of illness. She was surrounded by her relatives, family spokesperson Neil Cole said. 'Born in Cape Town in 1945, Solomon dedicated her life to the struggle for justice and equality. From organising communities on the Cape Flats to serving as Cape Town's first black female mayor and later as South Africa's High Commissioner to Tanzania and Canada, her unwavering commitment to social justice uplifted countless lives,' said Cole. He added that Solomon was a 'tireless champion of community empowerment and youth leadership'. READ | Calls for 'corrupt' Ngconde Balfour to testify before Zondo Commission 'Solomon will be remembered for her courage, humility, and love for the people of South Africa. She is survived by her daughter Lee-Anne, son-in-law, Oscar, grandchildren, Tina-Malaika and Ruiz, and her brother, Jerome.' 'We extend our heartfelt condolences to all those who loved and will forever be inspired by Solomon's extraordinary legacy,' he said. Cole added that Solomon 'was especially loved' by the people of Mitchells Plain, where she lived and worked during the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. In a social media post, the Mitchells Plain Development Action Collective (MPDAC) described Solomon as a 'mother, grandmother, community leader… and founder member of the MPDAC. MPDAC mourns the passing of Theresa Solomon (79), a mother, grandmother, community leader, former Cape Town Mayor, a... Posted by Mitchells Plain Development Action Collective: NPO 245-445 on Monday, July 7, 2025 'The Solomon family moved to Woodlands in 1979, where she was involved in numerous campaigns, such as the bus boycott, advocating for a school in Tafelsig, and opposing rent increases,' the post said. 'She was instrumental in community activism with the establishment of the Leadwood Creche and the Woodlands People's Centre. Solomon went on to become Cape Town's first black female mayor.'
