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IOL News
08-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
'Fans Will Never Understand' – AmaZulu CEO Weighs in on pending SuperSport United Sale
AmaZulu CEO Sinenjabulo Zungu © Gerhard Duraan/BackpagePix Image: Backpages AmaZulu CEO Sinenjabulo Zungu has delivered a firm defence of football club executives amid the growing backlash to the proposed sale of SuperSport United, arguing that fans rarely understand the true pressures of running a professional team. SuperSport United's shock decision to sell their club to a private consortium has caused ripples across South African football and is currently pending approval from the Premier Soccer League (PSL). While the finer details of the transaction remain under wraps, the response from supporters — particularly those loyal to Matsatsantsa — has been overwhelmingly negative. But Zungu, speaking candidly about the realities of football ownership at the launch of the KZN Premiers' Cup, said it was important for people to grasp how complicated club operations are behind the scenes. 'Fans will never understand — running a football club is extremely expensive,' she said. 'It's not even a question of sympathy, because why would they have sympathy for someone else's business?' Zungu suggested that supporters often view clubs with emotional attachment, but do not appreciate the commercial and structural demands that influence decision-making. 'You hear people ask why they sold this player or why they bought that player, and that's because of a lack of understanding,' she said. 'We forgive them (the fans), because they don't know — and I didn't know as well before I got into football. But these are the decisions that get taken daily. It's not personal — it's survival.' The pending sale of SuperSport, a club that has operated for years under the SuperSport television brand, signals a major shift in South African football's commercial landscape. Zungu said such transitions should not be viewed purely through an emotional lens. 'It's important to note — we don't just wake up and decide to let go of people,' she explained. 'There are negotiations that take place, assessments that must be made, and long-term planning involved. These are the two driving forces of running a football club on a daily basis.'
The Citizen
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Durban July fashion brings ‘Marvels of Mzansi' to life
The Greyville Racecourse and its surrounding areas are bustling with activity as thousands of people make their way in for the Hollywoodbets Durban July. The Witness reports that the annual event is the biggest horse racing event in Africa and arguably the most important event on South Africa's social calendar. This year, the event is themed 'Marvels of Mzansi' with early arrivals demonstrating the various interpretations one could have of the theme. Some have opted for colours synonymous with nature like brown and green as a nod to the country's rich natural landscape while others are draped in traditional garments and African prints. Marilyn Zungu says when she heard the theme she thought of Marvel Comics and superheroes which inspired her to wear a big gold bracelet like Wonder Woman and pick an outfit that had long, draped sleeves like a cape which often trails behind superheroes like Batman and Thor. 'To represent Mzansi, I selected an African print for the sleeves picked earrings shaped like the African continent,' Zungu says. Zungu says she came to the racecourse today as 'it's the place to be'. 'This is the biggest event happening in the country and on the continent today, so everyone should be here spreading love and beauty,' she says. Khanyi Zuma says she wanted her outfit to fit the theme by having earth tones, but still be vibrant because of the people and culture in South Africa. 'We have so much of truly breathtaking oceans and rivers in the country that bring tranquility, but also have such a diversity of cultures that bring great music and spicy foods,' Zuma says. Though the day is still young, one thing is certain, guests will use this theme to showcase not only the country's diverse landscapes and population but also the creativity of its citizens. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal.
The Citizen
03-07-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Mpumalanga Men's Conference encourages leadership
In a dazzling event, the fourth instalment of the Mpumalanga Men's Conference 2025, dubbed Night of the Kings, took place at the Emnotweni Arena on Saturday, June 28. The event is dedicated to empowering men across generations to lead with purpose, character and clarity. It was hosted under the theme, 'Experience the man that you are', and brought together trailblazers, navigators and emerging leaders. This year's keynote address was delivered by Dr Reuel Khoza, a distinguished thought leader, businessman, Africanist and president of the Institute of Directors in South Africa. Other speakers included healthcare practitioner Dr Chris Zungu and Percy Ingle, who served as conversation leaders. ALSO READ: Unlocking women's economic power: G20 tackles unpaid work Zungu focused on men's health and grooming, highlighting the importance of hygiene. 'It is important for men to maintain good personal hygiene. Neglecting proper hygiene can lead to infections, which may be difficult and time-consuming to treat,' he said. Zungu added that a key challenge is men not completing their prescribed treatment. 'We tend to give up too easily and don't take our medication as prescribed.' ALSO READ: Business seminar uplifts youth in Pienaar Since its inception, the event has been powered by Nedbank. Dr Eric Khumalo has played a pivotal role in launching and hosting Night of the Kings. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
03-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
KwaZulu-Natal businessman Manzini Zungu collaborates with UJ on creative storytelling projects
KwaZulu-Natal businessman Manzini Zungu partners with University of Johannessburg to promote African storytelling. Image: Supplied A prominent KwaZulu-Natal businessman Manzini Zungu has partnered with University of Johannesburg (UJ) for creative work, particularly storytelling projects. Zungu, a relative of Amazulu Football Club owner, Sandile Zungu, owns several Spar retail shops under his company Spar Pacina Retail in KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape, however, he has spread his wings and ventured into the creative industry. He has partnered with UJ, producing storytelling projects for university students. Zungu described his research and collaboration with the university as a landmark in his efforts to nurture African storytelling. He said his collaboration with UJ's Faculty of Humanities aims to unearth and develop young storytellers through creative activism and Afrocentric narratives. Led by Professor Suzy Graham, the project includes literature initiatives based on the uShaka Inkosi Yamakhosi film which Zungu produced in 2021, fostering new creative perspectives among the university students. The film is on Netflix. 'The partnership emphasises creativity as a 21st-century workforce skill, with UJ students engaging in projects that blend storytelling with educational activism,' said Zungu. 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 He has published his first book Shaka Inkosi yamaKhosi (Shaka, the king of kings) which is based on extracts of his film. He has also devised several marketing strategies for McDonald's restaurants. Zungu is also a UJ Research Associate and has partnered with the Salvation Army church in Soweto where he serves as musical director of the Soweto Central Chorus. Through his Manzini Zungu Foundation, the businessman also supports cultural preservation through projects like uShaka Inkosi Yamakhosi, ensuring African stories reach global audiences. The foundation was established in 2018. The foundation also supports rural communities especially in remote areas of Mthatha and Ngqeleni in the Eastern Cape. Zungu shot into prominence when he scored a lucrative schools nutrition tender in KwaZulu-Natal in 2023 but later pulled out after a protracted battle with the provincial education department.
IOL News
14-06-2025
- IOL News
Durban liquor business rivalry leads to murder charges against three men
Three men are set to go for their pre-trial conference at the Durban High Court for the three Mayville murders. Image: File Three men are set to go for a pre-trial conference at the Durban High Court for allegedly killing a competitor in their liquor business. After this, they allegedly went to kill an uMkhonto weSizwe Party member, fearing that he might avenge the killing of their competitor. The three men, Siphamandla Vulindlela Hlongwane, 41, from Ziyendane area in Mandeni, Ngcebo Treasure Luthuli, 33, from Mayville, and Thokozani Emmanuel Luthuli, 26, from Bhamshela, face 15 charges which include three counts of murder, two counts of conspiracy to commit murder, robbery with aggravating circumstance, unlawful possession of firearms, and unlawful possession of ammunition. The State is alleging that on February 29, 2024, Hlongwane shot and killed his competitor, Titus Khethana Sosibo, in the morning. After shooting Sosibo, Hlongwane is alleged to have collected the spent cartridge from the crime scene and left with his accomplice. Fearing that Mxolisi Peaceman Zungu, who was an active member of the MK Party, might avenge his friend's murder, Hlongwane sent Thokozani to kill Zungu in June last year. Zungu was shot on the morning of June 5 while walking with his partner after they had dropped their child at a daycare centre in Mayville. Additionally, the State alleges that Hlongwane and Ngcebo killed Khanyisani Ndlovu, who had come to buy liquor from Hlongwane. The duo allegedly robbed Ndlovu of his wallet before shooting him on March 23, 2024. 'From February 2024 to March 2024, Hlongwane and Ngcebo unlawfully possessed a prohibited firearm, a 9mm Parabellum Calibre Pietro Beretta Model Pistol. The serial number or other identifying mark has been removed or changed without the written permission of the Registrar,' read the indictment.
