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Canny Maphanga

Canny Maphanga is an aspiring documentary filmmaker, a published writer and a TV Reporter from Sunny Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal with a strong passion for Africa and its endless stories. She has completed her BA journalism degree at Rhodes University. Her craft is constantly under construction as she is continuously learning from the TV/film industry everyday with work experience at Cardova/Tswelopelo, Rhodes Music Radio and SABC(DBN) to name a few.

Former president Jacob Zuma. (Siphiwe Sibeko/Reuters)

‘Be strong my leader’ — Zuma shows support for embattled Gumede

The former president, who is also facing corruption charges in the Durban High Court has asked his comrade to be strong as "this too shall pass"

Newcastle Mayor Ntuthuko Mahlaba. (Image via Newcastle Municipality/Facebook)

Newcastle mayor out on R20k bail

Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba was arrested 10 days ago on charges of murder and conspiracy to murder

On Sunday, the acting party spokesperson said that for the City Press to report that Magashule had said the ANC did not need white votes, was mischievous, deliberately misleading and a total fabrication. (David Harrison/M&G)

ANC takes City Press to ombud over ‘We don’t need white votes’ report

In a statement issued on Sunday, the party said the headline of the story did not reflect what Ace Magashule was reported to have said in the article

Hofmeyr clarified that although he was one of the five people who came to the conclusion to withdraw charges, “legally it was Mr Mpshe’s decision on the dropping of charges”. (David Harrison/M&G)

Hofmeyr rejects claims of political interference in dropping of Zuma charges

The NPA, led by then acting head Mokotedi Mpshe, in 2009 dropped corruption charges against Zuma two weeks before the 2009 general elections

Unisa has shortlisted two academics to take over from  the outgoing vice-chancellor.

Strike called off as Unisa, SRC reach an agreement

University operations are expected to return to normal on Monday

“The conclusions of the Public Protector to the contrary are, with respect, unsubstantiated and prejudicial. They are strongly denied,” Mbalula said in a statement on Friday. (Oupa Nkosi/M&G)

Mbalula to launch court challenge to PP’s finding on his Dubai holiday

Public protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane found that Fikile Mbalula lied when he said he entered into a loan agreement with sporting goods company

‘I blame the board for my dismissal. In the beginning they agreed with me, but when I differed a board member then turned against me,’ Collins Letsoalo said.

Former acting Prasa CEO claims his life is in danger over ‘hidden’ corruption

The Prasa board voted to dismiss Letsoalo after the Sunday Times revealed that he allegedly increased his salary from R1.7-million to R5.9-million

‘I have absolutely nothing to do with this. I have never received such a payment,’ says Andile Ramaphosa (SABC Screenshot)

Bosasa to Maimane: ‘No record of R500k contract with Andile Ramphosa’

​Bosasa has replied to DA leader Mmusi Maimane, denying the existence of a contract with President Ramaphosa’s son, Andile Ramaphosa

The bill proposes a transitional period of 24 months for the department of home affairs to enable officers an opportunity to be trained if it is passed. (Gallo)

Home affairs committee adopts Civil Union Amendment Bill

The bill, which will be presented to the National Assembly to pass, will afford same-sex couples the same rights as heterosexual couples

Newspapers have been, and still are, battling to find ways to survive. Sales have dropped and revenue from adverts has dwindled and they have not yet found a way to make enough money by publishing online. (Paul Botes/M&G)

What is happening in the metros is a result of failed coalitions — Mbalula

Mbalula said the ANC’s partnership with other political parties was not a coalition but issue-based co-operation

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba has announced his intention to run as mayor of Johannesburg in this year’s local government election.
 (Gallo Images)

Roads agency: Only 6% of Joburg bridges in good condition

Herman Mashaba says the issue was brought to his attention two weeks ago

(Delwyn Verasamy/ M&G)

Almost 120 000 placement offers made to parents for Gauteng schools — Lesufi

When the application process was opened in April, approximately 300 000 people applied

Kaizer Chiefs’ new coach Giovanni Solinas with manager Bobby Motaung, players and fans, celebrating winning the Maize Cup 2018 final in July. (Lefty Shivambu/Gallo Images)

Free State MECs off the hook after NPA withdraws corruption charges

The charges relate to alleged R2-billion tender fraud that has crippled the Matjhabeng Local Municipality

The matter relates to an incident in 2010 where former leaders Julius Malema, Andile Lili and Floyd Shivambu allegedly referred to Helen Zille as a racist. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

ANCYL blames Malema, Shivambu for its liquidation

The high court ruled in favour of Western Cape Premier Helen Zille, with the judgment leaving the ANC Youth League bankrupt

The department of home affairs confirmed that Apleni had started the handover process to Thulani Mavuso to “ensure a smooth transition pending his departure”. (Home Affairs government)

Gigaba appoints Thulani Mavuso as Home Affairs’ acting director general

Mavuso replaces Mkuseli Apleni who resigned earlier this month to join the private sector at Discovery banking