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Xolile Mtembu

Digital Journalist, IOL News

How TikToker Mukhethwa Dzhugudzha is fighting misogyny in South Africa

Mukhethwa Joshua Dzhugudzha, a 24-year-old feminist from South Africa, is challenging the pervasive misogyny in digital spaces.

News South Africa
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Does Malema prove white genocide? Trump thinks so

President Donald Trump confronted President Cyril Ramaphosa, questioning his role in alleged white genocide- a claim widely dismissed by experts.

News Politics
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Watch VideoAll you need to know about Zingiswa Losi: The woman who schooled Donald Trump on South Africa

Zingiswa Losi, COSATU's first female president, delivered a powerful rebuttal to Donald Trump's controversial claims about South Africa.

News Politics
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Infants safely recovered by police; two women arrested for kidnapping

Police confirm the safe recovery of two infants abducted from a local hospital.

News Crime and Courts
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Can you help solve the murder of attorney Zanele Precious Nkosi? R150,000 reward offered

A R150,000 reward is up for grabs for anyone who can provide information leading to the arrest of those behind the brutal murder of attorney Zanele Precious Nkosi. Can you help?

News Crime and Courts
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How to prepare for cold fronts: Five tips for South Africans

Prepare for the winter chill! As cold fronts hit South Africa, discover essential tips to keep you and your loved ones safe from harsh weather conditions.

News South Africa
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Help find kidnapped newborns from Gqeberha hospital

Police launched an urgent investigation following the kidnapping of two newborn boys from Dora Nginza Hospital in Gqeberha.

Cape Argus News
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Urgent appeal: Help find kidnapped newborns from Gqeberha hospital

Police launched an urgent investigation following the kidnapping of two newborn boys from Dora Nginza Hospital in Gqeberha.

News Crime and Courts
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The bromance is dead: Donald Trump gives Elon Musk the boot

Elon Musk's political ambitions take a hit as he is reportedly ousted from the US Department of Government Efficiency.

News Politics
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Community hubs or corporate tactics? Heineken's tavern transformation under scrutiny

Heineken South Africa faces backlash over its initiative to transform taverns into community hubs, with critics labelling the campaign a predatory tactic.

News South Africa
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One person killed, dozens displaced as fire rips through Durban informal settlement

A tragic fire has devastated the Effingham Informal Settlement, claiming the life of a young person and leaving many families homeless as authorities rush to provide aid.

News South Africa
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How to prepare for the cold front: South Africa braces for severe weather

Severe weather warning: Cold front set to hit South Africa.

News South Africa
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Brrrace yourself: Snow forecast as cold front approaches KZN

South Africans are bracing for a significant cold front, with KwaZulu-Natal set to face heavy rains and hazardous conditions.

News South Africa
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Unpacking SA's homeless crisis | The realities of homelessness for women in South Africa

Delve into the personal stories of homeless women in South Africa, revealing their struggles against gender-based violence and the societal neglect they endure.

News South Africa
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Remembering the Tamil Genocide: Join the worldwide candlelight vigil on May 18

Every May, the Tamil community worldwide commemorates the tragic events of Mullivaikkal, where over 70,000 lives were lost. Join the movement to honour their memory and advocate for justice on May 18.

News World
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Watch VideoAfrikaner 'refugee' in the US: 'I left my five-bedroom house, dogs and mother behind'

An Afrikaner man recounts the heart-wrenching decision to leave his mansion behind while fleeing racial persecution in South Africa.

News Politics
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Watch VideoUS State Department faces backlash over Afrikaner refugee admissions

The US State Department's decision to welcome white South African refugees has sparked intense debate within the country.

News Politics
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Separating fact from fiction: Dean Macpherson explains SA's Land Expropriation Act

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has expressed a unique take on the controversial Expropriation Act.

News Politics
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Dean Macpherson: Land expropriation is a global standard

Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson argues that the Expropriation Act is a common global practice, challenging misconceptions and highlighting its significance for South Africa.

News Politics
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IOL exposé forces Renaldo Gouws to apologise for racist slurs in SAHRC hate speech settlement

An explosive IOL investigation that exposed Renaldo Gouws’s racist online rant has culminated in a hate speech settlement with the SA Human Rights Commission. The former DA MP has been ordered to apologise publicly, marking a significant victory for media accountability and public justice.

News Politics
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Watch VideoElon Musk's AI Grok floods X with false white genocide claims in South Africa

X's AI Grok has sparked outrage by repeatedly linking unrelated queries to claims of white genocide in South Africa, raising questions about AI ethics and its influence on public discourse.

News Politics
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Moses Gqesha sentenced to eight life terms for the brutal rape of businesswoman Andy Kawa

Moses Gqesha has been sentenced to eight life terms and 34 years for the horrific rape and assault of Gauteng businesswoman Andy Kawa.

News Crime and Courts
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Gauteng police captain faces court over serious rape allegations

A police captain in Gauteng faces serious allegations of rape against a young trainee.

News Crime and Courts
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Are foreign nationals being prioritised at RK Khan Hospital? KZN Health department sets record straight

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health sets the record straight on bed allocation at RK Khan Hospital, addressing false claims about prioritising foreign nationals over South Africans.

News South Africa
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When work harms your wellbeing: Legal protections for mental health

What legal protections exist for employees suffering from mental health issues due to work?

News South Africa
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