Author: Bongani Mdakane

Politics

Lekota hailed as funeral unites political adversaries

The final send-off of late former Congress of the People (Cope) co-founder Mosiuoa Lekota brought together figures from the political spectrum who gathered in Bloemfontein... Read more.
Big Reads, News

Matjhabeng’s financial woes continue as service delivery collapses

The financial health report of the Matjhabeng Local Municipality in Free State presents a bleak picture, despite a mandatory financial recovery plan (FRP). In June... Read more.
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Closure of loss-making Showmax a blow for African productions

The closure of local streaming channel Showmax is likely to reverberate across the African film and television industry, sparking concerns over dwindling storytelling... Read more.
Big Reads, News

Ormonde tragedy: oversight failure

The building collapse tragedy in Ormonde, in the south of Johannesburg, has exposed the City of Johannesburg’s lax oversight of building inspections. Sunday World... Read more.
Jabu Mbalula
News

Free State contractors cross swords with Jabu Mbalula

The Bloemfontein High Court is this week expected to allocate a hearing date in a matter involving Free State Community Safety, Roads and Transport MEC Jabu Mbalula... Read more.