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President Cyril Ramaphosa’s nephew Londani Clayton Ramaphosa has died, the Presidency confirmed to Sunday World on Friday. The confirmation came amid a surge of online speculation that spread rapidly across social media, drawing national attention and emotional reactions before basic facts were established. Within hours, posts had been shared thousands of times, blurring the line between verified information and assumption, …

A woman who was seen throwing her underwear at DJ Karri is also a member of a praise and worship crew at God Is Able Ministries. What began as a fleeting moment in a crowded nightclub has grown into a national talking point, blurring the lines between private conduct, public image and the speed at which social media reshapes reputations. …

Do killers even think about the kids before the mission? 💔😭 Mzansi Reacts to Dj Warras’s children having to grow up poor in the streets now without their father. A loving father gone too soon, another legend silenced before his time 😢. Shock spread through Johannesburg’s city centre on Tuesday as gunshots shattered the afternoon calm and left one of …

South African controversial musician Shebeshxt stormed out of the court after he was denied bail, triggering a storm of reaction that has once again placed the Limpopo-born rapper at the centre of a national conversation about fame, accountability and the limits of public sympathy. The dramatic moment unfolded at the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 18 December 2025, where the …

South African Rugby has confirmed the death of former Springboks Women’s captain Lusanda Dumke at the age of 29. The announcement has sent shockwaves through the country’s sporting landscape, plunging the rugby community into mourning and drawing an outpouring of grief from fans, players and administrators across the world. The confirmation came amid a wave of emotional tributes that spread …

Social media personality Samkelo Shezi has officially confirmed that he and his fiancée, Mbalisto, whose real name is Hlengiwe Dlamini, have ended their relationship. The announcement, which left many fans heartbroken, was accompanied by a deeply emotional explanation as Samkelo shared the reasons behind his difficult decision to walk away from the woman he once planned to marry. The confirmation …

The message appeared quietly, but its weight was immediate. A short video, carefully chosen images, and a caption heavy with emotion signalled that something profound had shaken one of South Africa’s most recognisable young actresses. Within minutes, condolences began to pour in, as fans sensed that this was not a routine social media update, but a moment of deep personal …

Social media in Mpumalanga has been taken over by the hashtag #KhaboGcina, all sparked by a simple poster created by a group of young boys. The poster, advertising a casual street bash with free entrance and a “bring your own drinks” policy, went viral after users noticed its unusual location — “Ngakhabo Gcina.” What followed was swift and overwhelming. Within …

The devastating killing of 16-year-old Kwakhanya Mhlanganisi has sent shockwaves through the Khayelitsha community, igniting calls for justice and stronger protection for LGBTQ+ individuals amid allegations of a homophobic motive behind the attack. On Monday morning, tension and grief spilled onto the streets outside the Khayelitsha Magistrate’s Court. Residents, activists and community leaders gathered in growing numbers, many holding placards …

The 16-year-old boy caught up in 33-year-old US-based Zimbabwean Teacher’s case is now a celebrity at school. As netizens debate whether it’s him or not, he is busy having a ball in his newly found fame. Wow. The 16 year old caught up in a scandal with his 33yrs old adult teacher is now getting celebrity treatment at school. 33-year-old …