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Elie Challita and Amy Johnson at the Gauteng HIgh Court in Johannebsurg with a photograph of their beloved daughter, Nada-Jane. (Bernadette Wicks/News24)
Grieving dad recalls horror of fairytale romance ending in 4-year-old daughter's murder
- Amber Lee Hughes, a former preschool teacher, is on trial for the rape and murder of her ex-boyfriend's 4-year-old daughter, Nada-Jane Challita.
- Hughes claims Nada-Jane's death was a tragic accident, but evidence suggests the child was sexually assaulted and drowned.
- The victim's father, Elie Challita, testified that Hughes had previously threatened to kill his daughter during an argument.
Jaco Wessel Kemp, Louis Coetzee and Gert Frederik van der Westhuizen are charged in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria for the murder of Dumisani Phakathi. (Hanti Otto/Netwerk24)
North West trio blame each other for murder of man who was collecting water on farm
- Three men, Gert van der Westhuizen, Jaco Kemp, and Louis Coetzee, are on trial for the murder of Dumisani Phakathi, each blaming the others for the fatal assault.
- Cornelia Coetzee, wife of Louis Coetzee, testified as the State's first witness, claiming she saw Van der Westhuizen and Kemp assault Phakathi, while her husband was uninvolved.
- All three defendants have pleaded not guilty, with their lawyers presenting conflicting versions of events, including accusations of drug use, accidental headbutts, and attempts to report the incident to the police.
ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba is demanding a review of foreign mission, criticising costs in low-impact and conflict-ridden regions. (Gallo Images/Luba Lesolle)
'Cut the fat': Mashaba criticises government's R3.4bn foreign missions bill
- South Africa spent R3.4 billion on 115 foreign missions globally in the last financial year, prompting calls for a review of their cost-effectiveness.
- ActionSA criticises the expenditure, highlighting high costs in countries with limited strategic importance and duplication of missions in some regions.
- The party demands a comprehensive review of all foreign missions to ensure value for taxpayer money, especially amid the country's fiscal challenges.
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola said a host country has a sovereign right to determine the location of foreign missions and international organisation. (Supplied/GCIS) .
SA orders Taiwan to move embassy to Joburg to show loyalty to One China policy
- South Africa has requested Taiwan to move its liaison office from Pretoria to Johannesburg, reaffirming its recognition of China's sovereignty over Taiwan.
- South Africa maintains its right to determine the location of foreign missions and believes the move will enhance economic ties with Taiwan.
- Taiwan has refused to relocate its office citing budgetary concerns, but South Africa insists the move aligns with its One China policy and is non-negotiable.
South Africa's state-owned ports and freight rail company's biggest union threatened strike action after wage talks collapsed, a move that may curb shipments of minerals and agricultural goods. (Gallo Images/Die Burger/Jaco Marais) .
Transnet workers warn of strike as pay talks fail
- Wage talks between Transnet and its biggest union, UNTU, have collapsed, raising the possibility of a strike that could disrupt South African exports.
- UNTU, representing over half of Transnet's workforce, rejected a 6% wage increase offer, demanding 10% instead.
- A strike would severely impact South Africa's economy, particularly exports of minerals and agricultural goods, as Transnet's rail and port infrastructure is crucial for these industries.
Henry Pollock in action for Northampton Saints. (David Rogers/Getty Images)
There's a new Bob Skinstad on the brew... only he's English
- Rob Houwing believes Northampton Saints' flanker Henry Pollock possesses similar skills and potential to a young Bobby Skinstad.
- Pollock, like Skinstad, displays game-breaking instincts, pace, audacity, and a touch of confident swagger on the field.
- Houwing suggests Pollock could be a key player for England and the British and Irish Lions in the near future.
Mulisa Mudau has thrown her name in the hat for the Miss South Africa 2025 competition. (@mulisamudau/Instagram)
From TV star to crown chaser: Muvhango's Mulisa Mudau to fight colourism on global platform
- Mulisa Mudau, a South African actress known for her role in Muvhango, is competing for Miss South Africa to combat colourism and promote inclusivity.
- Mudau's advocacy stems from personal experiences with discrimination based on her skin tone, both in school and the entertainment industry.
- She aims to use the Miss South Africa platform to amplify her message of self-love and representation, drawing strength from her supportive family and her acting role that celebrates her heritage.
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