Researcher and Analyst on Gender, Politics and Cultural issues, Nomboniso Gasa says Ukuthwala is a practice rather than a custom.

The Spokesperson for the Department of International Relations (DIRCO), Clayson Monyela has reaffirmed that South Africa's relationship with the United States remains intact. This follows claims by Defence and Military Veterans Deputy Minister, Kebby Maphatswer that Public Protector, Thuli Madonsela is a CIA agent.

The South African National Defence Union has called on President Jacob Zuma to sack Deputy Minister of Defence, Kebby Maphatsoe.

The structure of the economy needs to change to urgently provide jobs for the unemployed youth.

The attempted coup last weekend is said to have been prompted by King Letsie the third's signing a decision to make Maaparankwe Mahau the new army Chief, replacing Tlali Kamoli.

Legendary Jazz musician Babsy Mlangeni started making music professionally in 1968 and his first hit single titled "Sala Emma".

Legendary Jazz musician Babsy Mlangeni says being blind did not stop him from realising his dreams.

The City of Cape Town says it's demanding that the International Relations Department explain the latest visa issue related to the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama.

Andries Nel deputy minister of co-operative and Trade Affairs say they are going to ensure that all municipalities are performing their basic responsibilities without fail.

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