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eNCA
7 hours ago
- eNCA
Over 40,000 people expected to descend on Nqweba, Eastern Cape
NQWEBA - Tourism Minister Patricia De Lille expressed her excitement about rural tourism. WATCH | Documentary debuts at encounters international festival She was speaking at the official opening of the Kirkwood Spar Wildsfees Festival in Nqweba - formerly known as Kirkwood in the Eastern Cape. The festival draws over 40,000 visitors from across the globe over three days. eNCA reporter Nceba Ntlanganiso filed this report.
The Herald
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Herald
Shivambu retracts 'drugs and alcohol' claim about MK Party's Ndhlela
In the letter, the attorneys described the allegations as false, defamatory and malicious. 'The statements were made with reckless disregard for their truthfulness,' the letter read. 'As a public representative and a member of the MK Party, you are duty-bound to ensure that your public statements are accurate and do not unjustly harm others.' Shivambu was given 48 hours to publish an apology and a retraction of his statement on X, and to pin the post for a minimum of seven days, stating that 'the allegations were false, without foundation and that you regret making them'. Shivambu was also required to contact eNCA and request that they broadcast a correction of his statement. Failure to comply with the demands within 48 hours would lead to further legal action, including a defamation case in the high court, a court order compelling him to retract his statement and issue an apology, and liability for all costs associated with the legal proceedings. Despite his apology, Ndhlela has filed a civil case against Shivambu. TimesLIVE
eNCA
19 hours ago
- Politics
- eNCA
Freedom Front Plus visits Washington to mend SA-US relations
WASHINGTON, DC - Freedom Front Plus leader, Dr Corne Mulder says he's in the United States, to fly the South African flag high. The FF-Plus is in Washington DC, for what it says is a genuine concern for the country's future. Dr Murder says President Cyril Ramaphosa and his delegation's visit to the White House was not a success, and therefore, through their visit to Washington, hope to fix South Africa's relationship with the United States. The party with some business representatives and farming groups believe some preconditions need to be met before ties are restored. These preconditions include prioritising farm murders and exempting US companies from BEE. Freedom Front Plus leader, Dr Corne Mulder had a discussion with eNCA's Gareth Edwards about their trip to the US.
IOL News
20 hours ago
- Politics
- IOL News
What to know about the R3-million defamation lawsuit by Nhlamulo Ndhlela against Floyd Shivambu
In a compelling legal confrontation, Nhlamulo Ndhlela, the national spokesperson for the UMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP), launched a defamation lawsuit against former party general secretary Floyd Shivambu, seeking a hefty R3-million in damages. The lawsuit comes on the heels of disparaging claims made by Shivambu during an interview with eNCA which Ndhlela asserts were baseless and intended to damage his reputation. Defamatory and malicious allegations Shivambu, who has publicly disparaged Ndhlela, labelled him "an imbecile" and "a fool," alleging that he is 'always on drugs and always high on alcohol.' Furthermore, these allegations included accusations of dishonesty regarding his interactions with former president Jacob Zuma, specifically suggesting the misuse of Zuma's daughter to gain influence within the MK Party. Statements were made to undermine Ndhlela According to Ndhlela's attorneys, Ndou Inc Attorneys, these statements reflect a significant disregard for truth and were crafted to undermine Ndhlela's standing as a respected figure within both the party and the larger political landscape. "These remarks have resulted in reputational damage, emotional distress, and public ridicule," read the court papers.
The South African
21 hours ago
- Politics
- The South African
Sorry, not sorry? Floyd Shivambu apologises over 'drugs' allegations
Floyd Shivambu has issued a back-handed apology to MK Party spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela, whom he accused of abusing drugs and alcohol. The former secretary-general made a public apology after he was served with a legal letter of demand and another to appear in court for defamation. At a press conference last week, Floyd mentioned another MK Party member – supposedly Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla – who he claimed 'took drugs and tweeted at night'. He has since claimed that his comments were not directed at her. Speaking at the Mayibuye Consultation Process dialogue on Friday, 27 June, Floyd Shivambu addressed his comments about his fellow MK Party colleague. 'I must unconditionally retract the statements about drug use and alcohol abuse of Nhlamulo Ndhlela'. However, he added, 'But we take this opportunity to encourage all the people of South Africa to stay away from drugs and alcohol. If they are members of parliament or leaders of different political parties. 'Drugs will never build you, they will make a lot of mistakes'. Floyd Shivambu's apology comes hours after Nhlamulo Ndhlela posted a screenshot of his court summons over his claims of defamation. On Wednesday, Nhlamulo posted a letter of demand addressed to Floyd, demanding a public apology, retraction of comments, and a warning to cease defamatory comments. In an interview with eNCA earlier this week, Floyd Shivambu took aim at Nhlamulo Ndhlela, whom he labelled a 'imbecile' and a 'foolish leader of the MK Party'. He said: 'He's [Ndhlela] always on drugs and always high on alcohol in terms of how he deals with issues.' Floyd also accused Nhlamulo of spreading misinformation about him. He continued: 'He will use the otherwise very gullible and directionless daughter of President Zuma, who has front-row access to him by virtue of being his daughter.' Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
