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3257169	有图 <p> With Seta appointments, the ANC once again proves survival trumps integrity, leaving citizens to face the fallout of poor governance. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/We-dont-want-to-die-on-your-hill-ANC.webp" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela. Picture: Gallo Images / Frennie Shivambu</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Surely, you would think, the new minister of higher education and training, Buti Manamela, is pulling the country’s collective leg with his appointment of administrators to three of the Sector Education and Training Authority (Seta) bodies. </p><p>Manamela, in appointing the three, said they “have a clear mandate to restore integrity” and “enforce consequence management”. Given their track records, we wonder how that will go. </p><p>Oupa Nkoane, a former municipal manager at the ANC-governed Emfuleni municipality in Gauteng, is implicated in a forensic report that details the mismanagement of R872 million. </p><p>Former ANC Limpopo MEC and deputy speaker Lehlogonolo Masoga was implicated in a report by forensic services company Morar for backdating a R4.4 million communications contract as CEO of the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone… allegedly justifying unjustified payments. </p><p>The final administrator is Zukile Mvalo, the current deputy director-general for skills development in the department of higher education. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> </p><p>The DA claims “he has failed at stabilising Setas for the past eight years and has no prospect of fixing anything suddenly now.” </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Manamela under fire for another round of ‘unfit’ appointments to Seta boards</p><p>It certainly looks like Manamela is in danger of following in the footsteps of his recently departed predecessor, Nobuhle Nkabane, who resigned after getting caught lying to parliament about Seta board appointments. </p><p>She was also accused of appointing ANC cadres. </p><p>Given that all three of Manamela’s appointees have escaped “consequence management” for their behaviour, what hope is there of them sorting out the Setas to which they have been appointed? </p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> <p> <p> Saftu slams Mkhwanazi for linking police officer shortages on unions’ wage demands </p> </p> </p><p>There must be other candidates who could fill these positions with competence and integrity – even if they are not loyal members of the ANC. </p><p>But it appears that cadre deployment is the hill on which the ANC is prepared to die. </p><p>And we’ll be the collateral damage.</p><p>NOW READ: Durban University of Technology student falls to his death</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics African National Congress (ANC) Department of Higher Education and Training Editor’s Choice </p> We don’t want to die on your hill, ANC \| The Citizen	查看 3362	《公民报》	2025-08-21 13:00:00 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257168	有图 <p> It"s like a different language. Gen Z"s slang words are everywhere and they"re entering mainstream. Best you learn the meaning of these... </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/iStock-2059024659.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Gen Z slang words. Everyone had better learn them. Picture iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Ok. So you’re sitting in a coffee shop and at the table next to you there are two Gen Z’s having a conversation.</p><p>What you hear sounds like a foreign language, and while eavesdropping, you try and Google what they are saying fast enough to be able to follow the convo.</p><p>The Gen Z guy was talking to their mate. It was something about a gyat, but that he was delulu for even thinking that he stood a chance with the girl. He then said something about the fact that he doesn’thave mad rizz and that he’s about as real as they come, no cap.</p><p>So ya. If you don’t know the slang words, you are not going to get very far in Gen Z comms. </p><p>Here’s a mini-dictionary to help you, and the rest of the world, figure out the generation with the strangest slang, like ever.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Leleti Khumalo distances herself from fake drug promotion </p> </p> </p>Slang words, translated<p>Bet: Not something you do on horses. Instead, it’s like saying okay. For example: “You want to go to the movies?” and the other replies “Bet”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>No Cap or Cap: Again, you don’t wear this on your head. A Cap is a lie or a tall tale, while a No Cap is the truth or a serious statement. “He really shoplifted, it’s real, no-cap” to which you might reply “That story was real cap.”</p><p>Delulu: It’s a Gen Z’s playful way to express unrealistic ideals and short for delusional. You’d say something like “She thought she was a reincarnated Kardashian. She’s clearly in her delulu era.”</p><p>Slay: Which has kind of made it into mainstream vocab means to, simply, look amazing. It can also mean to succeed or achieve success. “Your make up slays today” or “She slayed in the boardroom.”</p><p>Rizz: The charm factor. Used when someone has charisma and has the ability to flirt. “They have crazy rizz, everyone just flocks after them”</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Leleti Khumalo distances herself from fake drug promotion </p> </p> <p> <p> Santaco denies reports of enforcing limits on private vehicle use [VIDEOS] </p> </p> </p><p>Iykyk: It sounds more Afrikaans than Gen Z, but it’s actually an inside joke reference to something that happened or was experienced. You’d say “That road trip was, you know, lykyk.”</p><p>It’s Giving: You’d say, “This dress, it’s giving retro sixties”. What you mean is that it reminds you of the sixties’ fashion, or the dress gives that kind of vibe.</p><p>Sus or Suss: Spelt differently depending on auto-complete on devices, but it means shady, suspicious and a bit dodgy. “That guy in the long dark coat and hat is sus.”</p><p>Mid: Lukewarm, kind of flaccid. It’s how Gen Z’s refer to something as mediocre. “That new Taylor Swift track is mid”</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: 7 Ways Gen Z is Living The Soft Life, and what it costs</p><p>Shook: The opposite of Mid. This is when you are shocked, overwhelmed or even surprised. You’d say, “I was shook when he told me that he got a CEO job.”</p><p>Ate: Another descriptive word that aids expression to say that someone did something really well. “She ate that exam; there were just no crumbs left.”</p><p>Flex: An obvious one, sort of. When a Gen Z shows off, they’re flexing. “Posting your overseas trip is a flex.”</p><p> </p>At least we know what Ghosting is<p>Ghost: Also entered popular speak. To ghost someone is to stop responding to them.</p><p>The Ick: It’s an instant turn-off or a loss of attraction to someone or something. “When he slurped up the custard, major ick”</p><p>Karen: Another Gen Z term that’s made it into mainstream already. It’s a rude or overly-entitled person. “That person complaining about the coffee is a real Karen”</p><p>Receipts: Not what you get at the shop. It’s proof or evidence, usually screenshots or saved stuff. You’d say, “I have receipts to prove that this really happened”</p><p> </p><p>Salty: This is a Gen Z emotional descriptor. It denotes being upset or a bit bitter. “The country was salty when the Boks lost to Australia last week.”</p><p>Tea: It’s not in a cup. It’s gossip or a truth. After a date, your friend might ask you to “spill the tea” about it.</p><p>Thirsty: Gen Z’s don’t get thirsty for a drink, but for attention instead. It’s someone who is desperate for attention. “He’s paying for all her drinks, he’s thirsty”</p><p>Simp: When you’re crushing on someone, and you’re being a puppy dog at their beckon and call. “Look at her, she does whatever he wants. She’s such a simp.”</p><p>Woke:In other gen-speak, it’s left-leaning politics. For Gen Z, it’s being politically aware, albeit also with a left-leaning tone. “She’s going to watch that politician speak, again, she’s really woke.”</p><p>Snack: It used to be something you’d eat. Now it’s also an attractive person. You’d say, “She looks like a snack.”</p><p>I’m Weak: You can also say ‘I’m dead’. It means much the same. Use this when you watch a hilarious meme online. “That video of Julius ranting – I’m weak.”</p><p>Slaps: Gen Z’s use this term to describe how amazing something is. Let’s say you went for dinner and “the meal was so good, it slapped.”</p><p>Snatched: Curiously this doesn’t mean anything the word currently describes. For a Gen Z, snatched means that you look really good in a particular outfit. “He looks so snatched in that suit.”</p>Slaps is not a sport, it’s a metaphor<p>Fam: We know this, and we all use it. It’s short for family, friends and colleagues. In fact, a term for anyone you are close to.</p><p>Fire: When it’s trendy, not literally in flames. It’s used to describe something trendy and, well, hot. “Girl, that bikini is fire.”</p><p>Lit: A three-letter word to replace cool, which is four. It’s whatever is fun, cool and exciting, but can also be used to describe someone as being drunk by some Gen Zs.</p><p>Situationship: The in-between friends and lovers. A situationship is a romantic entanglement, but it’s not committed per se. So, you could be seeing your partner, but you have not gotten into the serious stuff as yet. It’s just a situationship right now.</p><p>Gyat: For the love of booty. Gyat is used to describe a rather well-endowed derriere.</p><p>Bussin: Also used to describe something that was quite amazing, similar to slaps, but not quite. “That meal was bussin.” You’d say.</p><p>GOAT: Acronym for greatest of all time. Not a reference to anyone’s looks.</p><p>NOW READ: Why Gen Z fears phones</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Generation Z (Gen Z) Social Media </p> The Gen Z Dictionary: Slang words everyone needs to know \| The Citizen	查看 7135	《公民报》	2025-08-21 13:10:17 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257167	有图 <p> While some pools show signs of readiness, shortages of chlorine and unresolved administrative hurdles could delay their reopening. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/54733142091_032055e1b3_k.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>The state of the Sunnyside public pool on 20 August 2025. According to staff, the pool is ready for swimmers and they are awaiting chlorine and other chemicals to treat the water. Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>It is unclear if municipal swimming pools in the City of Tshwane will be ready to open in two weeks’ time, with spring around the corner and temperatures already starting to warm up after winter. </p><p>The Citizen visited two municipal swimming pools ahead of the spring rush to see the state of the facilities. </p>Mamelodi West pool conditions<p>Mamelodi West swimming pool was half full but clean. A volunteer said he was told that the municipality would refill the pool by tomorrow. </p><p>The property was well kept, with the grass green and short. </p><p>“It gets very busy here. The children love to swim here. During the week, we teach them to swim and over weekends it’s open to the public,” he said. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Missing 6-year-old child found drowned in pool in Durban </p> </p> </p><p>The volunteer said they needed chlorine and other chemicals for the pool. The baby pool had to be restored because it had a crack. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“We also need chemicals to get rid of the weeds and a fence to keep children out because they jump the wall to swim when the pool is closed. </p>Sunnyside pool ‘almost ready’<p>At Sunnyside municipal pool, workers said everything was almost ready for the reopening. The pools were full, the fountains were running and the garden was well kept. </p><p>But the water was off blue and they were also waiting for chlorine and chemicals to treat the water. </p><p>ALSO READ: OPINION: Pieter Coetze breaks through as SA’s newest global swimming star</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Missing 6-year-old child found drowned in pool in Durban </p> </p> <p> <p> Spring fashion turns up the volume </p> </p> </p>Criticism of pool closures<p>DA Tshwane corporate and shared services spokesperson Dana Wannenburg said municipal swimming pools had been closed for seven months. </p><p>Wannenburg said the pools had been locked under the excuse of level 1 water restrictions from Rand Water, while burst pipes were left pouring water into streets for long periods without repair. </p><p>“The hypocrisy is staggering. This administration wastes water with breathtaking carelessness, but refuses to let our children swim,” he said. </p><p>Wannenburg said the city claims it had asked Rand Water for permission to reopen pools by 1 September. </p><p> </p><p>“Even if approved, the season will be cut short. Athletes will lose valuable training time and the damage to competitive swimming will be severe,” he added. </p><p>Rand Water spokesperson Makenosi Maroo said it had not introduced any water restrictions, adding that some municipalities may have them in place. </p>City outlines water management measures<p>City of Tshwane spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said a request was sent to Rand Water via the department of water and sanitation for confirmation that the city may reopen its swimming pools. </p><p>Mashigo said the city was also committed to managing the 19 million litres of water consumed by the 23 public pools responsibly. </p><p> </p><p>“This includes weekly leak detection, new water metering to manage consumption and limited top-ups to no more than once a week,” he said.</p><p>NOW READ: Missing 6-year-old child found drowned in pool in Durban</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics City of Tshwane(COT) spring swimming pools </p> Doubts over Tshwane public pools reopening as spring approaches \| The Citizen	查看 4218	《公民报》	2025-08-21 13:30:00 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257166	有图 <p> Pitch for second ODI in Mackay might favour pace bowling. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ngidi-ODI-betting-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>South Africa’s Lungi Ngidi in action against Australia in the ODI series. Picture: Saeed Khan / AFP</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Bookmakers’ expectations got bowled out in Australia earlier this week; Proteas fans who kept faith with their team collected on the first ODI against Australia.</p><p>Punters flush with cash might feel inclined to chase their luck and bung bundles on South Africa and her players to follow up in the second match of the series – on Friday in the northeastern coastal city of Mackay.</p><p>However, a word of caution: not much is known about the venue, the Great Barrier Reef Arena, and the Proteas could find themselves all at sea.</p><p>Odds setters are doubling down on Australia as favourites, despite SA’s 98-run triumph in the first ODI in Cairns. Odds are often an accurate prediction, based as they are on data, algorithms and what not.</p><p>But were the following stats considered? SA have won 16 of their past 20 ODIs against Australia. If the Proteas win either of the final two matches in Mackay, it will be their fifth-straight bilateral ODI series win over Australia.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Proteas adjusting to new conditions ahead of second ODI, says Breetzke </p> </p> </p><p>SA at 2.65 and Australia at 1.47 looks off kilter.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Only one men’s ODI has been “played” at the Great Barrier Reef Arena – in the 1992 World Cup. That game was washed out after two balls, so there are zero stats for top-level action over 50 overs!</p><p>Matches at a much lower level suggest the pitch is friendlier to pace bowling than the one in Cairns, where Maharaj took 5 for 33.</p><p>The Top Bowler category has SA quicks Nandre Burger at 5.90 and Lungi Ngidi at 6.00 – behind Aussie counterpart Josh Hazelwood at 4.50.</p><p>The captain who wins the toss could opt to chase given the chance of dew in the evening of the day-night encounter. Also, it will be tempting to have first use of a fresh pitch.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Proteas adjusting to new conditions ahead of second ODI, says Breetzke </p> </p> <p> <p> OPINION: Proteas looking good as build-up to home World Cup gains momentum </p> </p> </p><p>One strategy might be to wait until after the toss to see who bowls first and punt them in the live betting.</p><p>The match starts at 6.30am SA time on Friday.</p><p>The third ODI is on Sunday at the same time – also in Mackay.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Proteas cricket team </p> Entering deep waters at Great Barrier Reef Arena \| The Citizen	查看 2962	《公民报》	2025-08-21 13:33:04 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257165	有图 <p> The Kenyan government claims the tourists were out of their vehicles while waiting for the water of a flooded river crossing to subside. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Wildebeest.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Image for illustrative purposes. Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The balance of one of nature’s great events is fast becoming skewed by the overeagerness of human beings.</p><p>The Great Migration, a thousand-kilometre-long search for grazing lands across the Serengeti, is underway and attracting hordes of tourists.</p><p>Captured on countless documentaries, the cinematic battle between wildebeest and crocodile now has a third player.</p>Tourists in the way <p>Among the great moments of the migration are the river crossings made by wildebeest and zebra through crocodile-infested waters. </p><p>Tourists were filmed this week lining the riverbank, obstructing desperate animals from successfully escaping the jaws of the deadly predators.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> </p><p>The video was taken at the Purungat gate near the entrance of the Maasai Mara Nature Reserve, but the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife said the encounter was unplanned.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>The Kenyan government explained that the tourists were out of their vehicles as while waiting for the waters to subside at a flooded vehicle crossing.</p><p>“While this context is important, the ministry remains deeply concerned by the images, given the global sensitivity surrounding conservation and the Maasai Mara’s critical role in Kenya’s international reputation,” Cabinet secretary Rebecca Miano.</p><p>Tourists jumped out of their Safari vehicles and rushed to the banks of the river in Maasai Mara to witness the wildebeests’ migration and they blocked their path to the extent that the wildebeests even had to jump back into the water. </p><p>A Less than a meter gap! Infuriating. pic.twitter.com/yq2nqDWadG</p>— BRAVIN YURI (@BravinYuri) August 20, 2025</p>Greater oversight needed<p>The Kenyan government said that all measures need to be taken to protect the wildlife and natural splendour of the area.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> <p> <p> Saftu slams Mkhwanazi for linking police officer shortages on unions’ wage demands </p> </p> </p><p>“It is imperative that all stakeholders – government, tour operators and visitors – uphold the highest standards of conduct to protect both wildlife and visitor safety,” stated Miano.</p><p>To avoid future incidents, the ministry has asked for stricter enforcement of park rules, accountability of tour operators and joint oversight from all stakeholders.</p><p>“Kenya’s tourism future is anchored in our ability to protect both visitors and wildlife.</p><p>“Together, we can ensure that the Maasai Mara wildebeest migration remains not only one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles, but also a symbol of Kenya’s leadership in conservation,” Miano concluded.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: De Lille dissolves SA Tourism board – but Outa calls her decision ‘disgraceful’</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics conservation crocodile Editor’s Choice Kenya migration </p> WATCH: Tourists obstruct wildebeest during famed migration river crossing \| The Citizen	查看 3800	《公民报》	2025-08-21 13:34:03 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257164	有图 <p> Allegations of luxury ties and patronage fail to derail Paul Mashatile’s rise as a central figure in ANC politics. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Mashatile-turns-scandal-into-power.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Deputy President Paul Mashatile speaks at the National Xivijo Summit at the IIanga Estate in Bloemfontein on 24 October 2023. Picture: Gallo Images/Mlungisi Louw</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>In the theatre of South African politics, scandal is no longer a curtain call – it’s part of the performance. </p><p>Deputy President Paul Mashatile, draped in allegations ranging from diamond gifts to multimillion-rand mansions, remains not only politically unscathed, but increasingly central to the ANC’s postRamaphosa future. </p><p>His ascent, shadowed by luxury ties and patronage whispers, offers a sobering portrait of a political culture where reputational damage is survivable and ambition thrives in the grey space between legality and legitimacy. </p><p>Mashatile’s survival, despite mounting allegations, is not merely a testament to personal resilience – it’s an indictment of a political system where scandal is absorbed, rather than punished. </p><p>For months, Mashatile has faced reports linking him to luxury homes in Cape Town and Johannesburg, including a Clifton mansion valued at R78 million and a Bryanston property associated with politically connected business figures. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Mashatile warns of serious consequences if SA can’t secure trade deal with US </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Mashatile warns of serious consequences if SA can’t secure trade deal with US</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Adding fuel to the fire, his son-in-law’s company is under scrutiny for acquiring a R28.9 million Constantia property, while simultaneously defaulting on obligations tied to a government-backed housing development. </p><p>Such dealings bring to light a pattern of “tenderpreneurial politics” that is entrenched in the ANC’s patronage networks. </p><p>Parliament’s ethics committee also fined Mashatile R10 000 for failing to declare a diamond gift to his wife. This relatively small penalty has been criticised as a slap on the wrist, further eroding public trust in the accountability mechanisms meant to keep leaders in check. </p><p>There was controversy also over the violent actions of his VIP protection unit, caught on camera assaulting motorists on the N1 highway in 2023 – an incident that sparked national outrage over the abuse of state security resources. </p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Mashatile warns of serious consequences if SA can’t secure trade deal with US </p> </p> <p> <p> ‘South Africa must never allow deaths of freedom fighters to be in vain,’ says Mashatile </p> </p> </p><p>Despite all of this, Mashatile has strongly denied any wrongdoing, dismissing the allegations as part of a smear campaign designed to weaken his leadership ambitions. </p><p>ALSO READ: ‘South Africa must never allow deaths of freedom fighters to be in vain,’ says Mashatile</p><p>Supporters within the ANC have argued he is being unfairly targeted just because he represents a viable alternative to President Cyril Ramaphosa and other factional contenders. </p><p>The deputy president’s controversies have become part of the ambient noise of governance. Yet, with no criminal charges laid, the ANC’s step-aside rule remains dormant, allowing Mashatile to consolidate power, while the ethics machinery sputters in the background. </p><p> </p><p>Instead, he continues to enjoy significant political momentum. In the wake of the ANC’s bruising 2024 general election, Mashatile has recast himself not as a liability, but as a coalition whisperer – a stabilising force in a fragmented political landscape. </p><p>His reputation as a negotiator, forged during his tenure as ANC Gauteng chair, now serves as currency in a party desperate for cohesion. </p><p>The ANC, more concerned with survival than sanctity, appears willing to overlook ethical lapses in favour of strategic advantage – and Mashatile has positioned himself as indispensable. </p><p>ALSO READ: Here’s what Ramaphosa said about Mashatile’s diamond gift saga</p><p> </p><p>Mashatile’s trajectory is less a personal anomaly than a reflection of a political culture where scandal is survivable and power is rarely relinquished without consequence. </p><p>In a country where the line between public service and private gain has grown perilously thin, his continued rise underscores a deeper truth: accountability in South African politics is often performative, while ambition remains stubbornly immune to reputational decay. </p><p>Mashatile’s story is emblematic of an era where survival, not integrity, defines leadership. </p><p>In South African politics, allegations and scandals alone hardly end careers. For Mashatile, the question is whether his controversies will remain political baggage, or become legal liabilities that finally force the ANC to act. Until then, he remains firmly in the running to become the ANC’s next president. </p><p> </p><p>Seemingly, Mashatile’s scandals aren’t the story – they are the strategy.</p><p>NOW READ: Mashatile fined for failing to declare diamond gift from Louis Liebenberg</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Columns Diamonds Paul Mashatile </p> Mashatile turns scandal into power \| The Citizen	查看 5658	《公民报》	2025-08-21 14:00:00 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257163	有图 <p> The court found that cancer patients faced "irreversible and permanent harm" that affected not only their health but also their families. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Cancer-Patient.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>A cancer patient being treated with Chemotherapy. Picture: Zululand Observer</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg says the cancer patients do not have the “luxury of time” handing down a ruling that the Gauteng Health Department has to abide by a previous order relating to the provision of radiation oncology services.</p><p>In March, the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg declared the province’s health department’s failure to provide radiation and oncology services to cancer patients “unlawful and unconstitutional.”</p><p>The court also ordered the Gauteng Health Department to take “all steps necessary” to provide radiation oncology services to patients on the backlog list for treatment at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital and Steve Biko Academic Hospital.</p>Ruling<p>After the judgment, the department filed an application for leave to appeal the decision.</p><p>The Court made it clear that Acting Justice Stephen van Nieuwenhuizen’s judgment and order, handed down on March 27, 2025, will not be suspended until the Supreme Court of Appeal’s (SCA) decision on the respondents’ appeal against the judgment and order, as well as the outcome of any appeal that may be launched in the Constitutional Court.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Land in hand but no money to build: Gauteng housing project vacant due to lack of foresight </p> </p> </p>‘Luxury of time’<p>Judge Fiona Dippenaar ruled that the department’s arguments failed to provide factual evidence to counter the applicants’ cases.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“This vulnerable group of people are at the heart of this application. While the respondents contended that they are taking steps to provide radiation oncology treatment to cancer patients, they did not present any evidence that patients on the backlog list are receiving such treatment.</p><p>ALSO READ: Court grants Gauteng Health’s appeal in the cancer treatment backlog case</p><p>“To direct otherwise may well be the death knell for many vulnerable cancer patients on the backlog list who have been waiting for years for life-saving treatment. They do not have the luxury of time,” Dippenaar ruled.</p>Liability<p>Dippenaar ordered that Gauteng health MEC, the provincial health head of department (HOD) and the CEOs of Charlotte Maxeke and Steve Biko Academic hospitals be held personally liable for the costs of the application.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Land in hand but no money to build: Gauteng housing project vacant due to lack of foresight </p> </p> <p> <p> A braai or Netflix binge under the blanket? Here’s what weather to expect in Gauteng this weekend </p> </p> </p><p>“It was not disputed that the backlog list, comprising some 3 000 patients, continues to grow and that, absent radiation oncology treatment, the cancer patients who are on the backlog face the inevitable risk of early death.”</p>Harm<p>Dippenaar stressed that the backlog meant that patients were being denied treatment within the treatment windows required for radiation to be effective, which had “dire consequences”.</p><p>ALSO READ:Court orders Gauteng Health to clear radiation oncology backlog at public hospitals</p><p>The court found that patients faced “irreversible and permanent harm” that affected not only their health but also their families and loved ones, which in turn created a broader public health and societal crisis.</p><p> </p>Ruling welcomed<p>Advocacy group Section27 and the Cancer Alliance welcomed the urgent judgment of the Gauteng High Court.</p><p>“This judgment is a critical affirmation of the rights to life, dignity and access to healthcare services. The judgment is also a reminder that the state must act with urgency, transparency, and accountability when lives are at stake,” said Section 27 spokesperson Pearl Nicodemus.</p><p>Section 27 and the Cancer Alliance called on the Gauteng Department of Health, the Minister of Health, and hospital CEOs to fully “comply with the order and, to stop using legal processes as delaying tactics, and without further delay”, to ensure that the patients on the backlog list receive urgent, life-saving treatment they need.</p><p>“Every day of inaction means more families losing loved ones unnecessarily,” they said.</p><p> </p>Cancer backlog<p>The Cancer Alliance, represented by advocacy group Section 27, filed an application in the High Court in Johannesburg against the Gauteng health department for allegedly failing to spend R784 million allocated by the Gauteng Treasury in 2023.</p><p>The radiation and other surgical backlogs showed that about 3 000 cancer patients were awaiting cancer treatment, some for more than three years.</p><p>ALSO READ:Gauteng cancer patients battle illness and broken system amid R784m funding dispute</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics cancer Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) Gauteng Gauteng health department Section27 Supreme Court of Appeal </p> Cancer patients do not have the 'luxury of time' Gauteng court rules	查看 5532	《公民报》	2025-08-21 14:15:33 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257162	有图 <p> "I think we have to improve in that if we want to go higher," said Ouaddou. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Abdeslam-Ouaddou-9-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Abdeslam Ouaddou coach of Orlando Pirates during the Betway Premiership 2025/26 match against Stellenbosch FC at Orlando Stadium in Soweto on Wednesday. Photo: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Despite securing their first victory of the season, Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou was not pleased with his team’s performance in the second half in the match against Stellenbosch FC. </p><p>A first half stunner by Kamogelo Sebelebele was enough to hand the Buccaneers a 1-0 win over Stellies in a Betway Premiership clash at the Orlando Stadium on Wednesday night. </p><p>READ MORE: Sebelebele scorcher earns Pirates first league win of the season</p><p>It was Pirates’ first victory in the league having suffered losses against Sekhukhune United and Marumo Gallants in their opening two league games. </p><p>“Of course, I’m delighted. I’m delighted for the fans because I have a thought for them because they were waiting for these three points for two-three weeks now so I have thought first of all for them,” Ouaddou told SuperSport TV.</p><p>“I would like to congratulate my boys because they have got the character as well. We had a very interesting first half, we created top chances, we could have killed the game earlier.”</p>‘We lost control of the game’<p>Despite the win, Ouaddou was not happy that his Pirates team lost control of the game in the second half and almost allowed Stellies back to it.</p><p>“In the second half, I think we lost the control and I think we have to improve in that if we want to go higher. We cannot accept to lose control of a game that we controlled since the beginning,” added the Moroccan.</p><p>“Look, because I’m looking for positional game, I’m looking for space between the lines, but modern football has to balance the opponent.</p><p>“Sometimes you need to identify the free space and they did it well. We have to diversify our style of play not only that, but it was interesting today.”</p><p>ALSO READ: Sundowns leave it late to sink Magesi</p><p>Following the victory against Stellies, Pirates will now shift their focus to Saturday’s MTN8 semi-final second leg clash against Mamelodi Sundowns at the Lucas MAsterpieces Moripe Stadium. </p><p>The teams played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg in Orlando last Saturday. </p><p> </p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Betway Premiership Orlando Pirates F.C. (Pirates/Buccaneers) Stellenbosch F.C. </p> Pirates coach unhappy with second half display against Stellies	查看 2869	《公民报》	2025-08-21 14:24:44 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257161	有图 <p> With the 5 September deadline looming, Sadtu and Naptosa say they are finalising their positions on the Bela Act regulations. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/iStock-666985952-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The country’s leading teacher trade unions are still consulting on the new dual sets of regulations pertaining to the Basic Education Law Amendment (Bela) Act recently gazetted by Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube. </p><p>The South African Democratic Teachers Union (Sadtu) and the National Profession Teachers Organisation of SA (Naptosa) appear to be in no hurry, despite the deadline of 5 September being around the corner. </p><p>The minister issued the regulations for public comments on 6 August and the public has until 5 September to submit their comments. </p>Focus on admissions and school capacity<p>The two sets of regulations deal with school admissions and the determination of school capacity. </p><p>The admissions and capacity draft regulations are the first instalment in the process. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Bela Act: Here’s how many kids should be in your child’s classroom </p> </p> </p><p>Instead of releasing all the regulations at once, the minister opted for a “modular release approach”. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>She promised a public awareness campaign would be launched to enable the public to make informed comments. </p><p>ALSO READ: Bela Act: Here’s how you can have your say on school regulations in South Africa</p>Key issues raised in the regulations<p>Among issues discussed in the regulations are proof of immunisation before the enrolment of a pupil, admission refusal, language and curricula preferences, classroom capacity and pupil-teacher ratios, special education needs and school zoning or admission of non-South Africans or children of undocumented immigrants. </p><p>Dear South Africa (DearSA), a civil society organisation that facilitates public comments on public legislative and policy issues, noted the short time remaining. </p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Bela Act: Here’s how many kids should be in your child’s classroom </p> </p> <p> <p> Bela Act: Here’s how you can have your say on school regulations in South Africa </p> </p> </p><p>DearSA managing director Rob Hutchinson encouraged the public to make submissions. </p>Deadline pressure for public submissions<p>Public comments should be submitted to parliament for consideration by the portfolio committee on basic education before the deadline. </p><p>Some people are using the DearSA website platform. Both Sadtu and Naptosa said they would make comprehensive comments later. </p><p>Naptosa executive director Basil Manuel said the teacher unions were involved in drafting the regulations and were consulted by the department of basic education. </p><p> </p><p>“We are working on our response, but the fact that we were part of the drafting process doesn’t mean we agree with everything that has been published around the admissions and capacity. </p><p>ALSO READ: Bela Act: Here’s how many kids should be in your child’s classroom</p>Teacher unions consult their members<p>“We are just happy that the regulations were published at all, but we are worried about the passage of time without the other regulations being made public,” Manuel said. </p><p>Manuel said Naptosa was consulting broadly with members before formulating a comprehensive report. </p><p> </p><p>The union would hold a webinar soon to discuss the matter and hear the views of members. It would have wrapped up its position by 27-28 August and then make an announcement. </p><p>Sadtu general secretary Mugwena Maluleke said the union’s response would be ready as soon as their lawyers had finished it. </p>Bridging the gap<p>Gwarube was expected to formulate regulations after the Bela Act was passed and signed by President Cyril Ramaphosa in May last year. </p><p>The regulations are the last hope to bridge the gap between parties which disagreed on the passing of the controversial legislation. </p><p> </p><p>The DA and Freedom Front Plus opposed the Act. But soon after the regulations were gazetted on 5 August, the DA welcomed them.</p><p>NOW READ: Gwarube calls for bold education law reforms to address inequality</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Bela Act Department of Basic Education (DBE) National Professional Teachers" Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA) South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) </p> Teacher unions yet to react to Bela Act regulations \| The Citizen	查看 4847	《公民报》	2025-08-21 14:30:00 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257160	有图 <p> Several areas in Johannesburg will be hit with cuts next week as City Power undergoes maintenance. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/power-outage-electricity-Johannesburg.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Multiple areas across Johannesburg will experience extended power outages next week as City Power conducts essential maintenance work on the electricity network.</p><p>The planned interruptions will affect residents in Randburg, Midrand and inner city areas for up to eight hours each day.</p><p>The power utility has scheduled maintenance work across six different substations and switching stations between Tuesday and Saturday.</p><p>Most outages are planned for eight-hour periods during daytime hours.</p>MAP: Some of the areas affected by outages next week<noscript></noscript>Thursday power outage affects Randburg areas<p>Randburg residents in Bromhof and Boskruin will be without electricity on Thursday, 21 August 2025.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> </p><p>The Randburg Substation maintenance will cause power interruptions from 9am until 5pm.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>City Power said the work is “necessary to do essential maintenance work on our network, which is part of our programme of constantly striving to provide a better service.”</p>Multiple Midrand areas face Tuesday outages<p>Two separate maintenance operations will affect different Midrand areas on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.</p><p>Both interruptions are scheduled for the same eight-hour window from 9am to 5pm.</p><p>The Halfway House Switching Substation maintenance will affect Richards Drive and part of Suttie Road.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> <p> <p> MAP: 10-hour power outage coming to these Cape Town streets next week </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Goodbye winter? Gauteng residents warned to brace for hot weather this week</p><p>Separately, maintenance at James Crescent Switching Station and Grand Central Substation will impact part of Richards Drive, part of Suttie Road, and part of James Crescent.</p>Wednesday maintenance targets Rabie Ridge<p>Residents in several Rabie Ridge streets will lose power on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.</p><p>The maintenance at Rabie Ridge Switching Station will run from 9pm until 5pm.</p><p> </p><p>Areas affected include:</p>Poodle Place,Terrier Place,Dane Avenue,Keeshond, andDalmatia.<p>ALSO READ: City Power extends free basic electricity registration – here’s the new deadline</p>Inner City areas experience weekend and weekday power outages<p>Inner city residents face outages on both weekdays and weekends.</p><p>Van Beek Substation maintenance on Saturday, 23 August 2025, will affect Jeppetown from 10am until 6pm.</p><p> </p><p>The outage will impact areas from Hanau, Jules Street and surrounding areas.</p><p>Tuesday, 26 August, will see another inner city outage when Cydna Substation undergoes maintenance from 8am until 4pm.</p><p>This will affect:</p>MSC Great Martindale,MVC 180,1st Street,20th Avenue, andRiviera Road.<p>ALSO READ: Here’s how much you could be fined if you refuse City Power’s meter audits</p><p> </p>Safety warning issued<p>City Power has issued a safety warning to all affected customers.</p><p>The utility advised that “as the supply may be restored at any time, customers are urged to always treat their electricity supply points as live.”</p><p>The power utility acknowledged the inconvenience caused by the maintenance work.</p><p>“City Power regrets any inconvenience that may be caused by this interruption,” the company stated across all notices issued.</p><p>All scheduled outages form part of City Power’s ongoing network improvement efforts.</p><p>The utility explained that the maintenance work represents “part of our programme of constantly striving to provide a better service.”</p><p>The maintenance schedule spans six days across four different regions of the City Power network.</p><p>Region A covers Midrand areas, Region B includes Randburg, and Region F encompasses inner city locations.</p><p>READ NEXT: Joburg MMC hits back: ‘This is not a blanket disconnection’</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics City Power Editor’s Choice Johannesburg Power Outage </p> Eight-hour power outages to hit multiple Johannesburg areas	查看 4767	《公民报》	2025-08-21 14:35:12 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257159	有图 <p> Series makes its annual coastal trek from the Highveld to the fastest and most daunting circuit in South Africa. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/BMW-Andreas-Meier.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>The BMW///M Performance Parts championship will bring 42 cars to the party, with the six classes split into separate heats. A top Class B contender must be Andreas Meier (CEC 318i STC). Photograph: Dave Ledbitter.</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>This weekend will be a highlight for contenders in the Regional Extreme Festival Presented by Coca-Cola.</p><p>The series will tackle its annual coastal “away race” meeting, with nearly a hundred competitors spread over five disciplines to be hosted by the East London Grand Prix circuit for round six.</p>111/GTs<p>Heading up proceedings will be two races for Ferro Energia 111/GT Sport and Saloon Cars, with 24 drivers participating.</p><p>ALSO READ: Regional Extreme Festival brings defrosting action to Red Star</p><p>Top contenders should include defending champion Wouter Roos (Origen Oils Volkswagen Golf GTI), LenardArcher (ACD Welkom BMW 335i), Jonathan Visser (Auto Express Volkswagen Polo), Wayne Robb (Ford Focus ST), Piet Potgieter (Nathan’s Volkswagen Golf), Mike O’Sullivan (All Things Motoring Honda Ballade), Jarred Rossouw (Volkswagen Polo) and Lindsay Clur (Nathan’s Volkswagen Polo).</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Sport and Titanium X join the Ford Tourneo Custom van range </p> </p> </p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/111-Keegan-Nathan.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>Topping proceedings will be two races for Ferro Energia 111/GT Sport and Saloon Cars, with drivers like Keegan Nathan (Nathan’s Volkswagen Polo) in the thick of the action. Photograph: Dave Ledbitter.</sub></p><p>Others to fight for championship points in the classes would be drivers like Jannie van Rooyen (Volkswagen Scirocco), Keegan Nathan (Nathan’s Volkswagen Polo), Christopher Tait (Sportex Volkswagen Polo), Kiesha Potgieter (Car Tech Service Audi A3) and Stephen Aucamp (Tooling Tech Volkswagen Jetta).</p><p> </p><p> </p>BMW M Performance<p>The BMW///M Performance Parts championship contenders will bring 42 cars to the party, with the six classes split into separate heats.</p><p>Heading up Class A will be Leon Loubser (Monaco Motors 335i), Rick Loureiro (Combined Racing 335i), Bob Neil (Delmon Mining M3 Turbo) and Paulo Loureiro (Combined Racing 335i).</p><p>Also able to fight for podium places must be Renier Smith (Fast Developments M3 Turbo), Andreas Meier (CEC 318i STC), Nek Makris (335i) and Dean Ball (Champion Motors 328i Turbo).</p><p>Leading contenders in the races for cars in Classes D, E and F will be Bernard de Gouveia (De Gouveia Accountants M3), Gerhard du Plessis (Doeps Civils 240i), Nick Naidoo (Wardens Cartage 1 Series M) and Joham Miller (Hei-Jo Trans 325i Turbo).</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Sport and Titanium X join the Ford Tourneo Custom van range </p> </p> <p> <p> More boost for less as Nissan cuts Magnite Turbo’s prices </p> </p> </p>Volkswagen Challenge<p>The mostly Polo focused ATE Volkswagen Challenge will see front runners like Jayden Goosen (Ferro Energia), Elna Croeser (Ate Brakes), Stuart Mack (Autozone) and Adriaan de Beer (Ukwazi Engineering).</p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/VW-Adriaan-de-Beer.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The ATE VW Challenge should see front runners like Adriaan de Beer (Ukwazi Engineering). Photograph: Dave Ledbitter.</sub></p><p>Also in contention will be the likes of Chris Davison (Generator Service), Jonathan Konig (Northern Bolt and Tool) and Francis Aldrich (Vaporworx).</p>Supercars<p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Wilford.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>Terry Wilford (Wellnetix Ford Falcon) and Thomas Reib (Café 9 Chevrolet Lumina) could fight for podium places in Saturday’s Dunlop V8 Supercar races. Photograph: Dave Ledbitter.</sub></p><p>Warren Lombard (Pepboys Automotive Ford Mustang) must be the Dunlop V8 Supercar pre-event favourite, challenged by people like Terry Wilford (Wellnetix Ford Falcon), Thomas Reib (Café 9 Chevrolet Lumina), Auke Compaan (Hurricane Auto Ford Mustang), Alan Ryan (Wellness Group Ford Mustang) and Wayne Spicer (Wellness Group Chevrolet Corvette).</p>Formula Vee<p>Lendl Jansen (Bull Security Rhema) should head up the DOE CIM Lubricants Formula Vee field.5</p><p> </p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/FVee-Hills.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>The DOE CIM Lubricants Formula Vee field should produce spectacular slipstreaming action. Photograph: Dave Ledbitter.</sub></p><p>Chasing him in what should be a no holds barred slipstreaming battle must be Peter Hills (Mangaza MX2 Vee), Theodore Vermaak (DOE Parts Forza), Gert van den Berg (DOE Parts Vee), Brandon Hills (Mangaza MX2 Rhema), Shaun van der Linde (Truck City Vee) and Richard Carr (Rhema 2).</p>How much and when?<p>The circuit gates will be open from 07h00, with racing to start at 10h00. Admission will cost R100 per adult, with kids under the age of 12 going in for free.</p><p>Food and drink will be on sale or you may take your own, and everybody can visit the pits on foot throughout the day.</p><p>For more information, call the Zwartkops Raceway office at 012 384 2299 or visit zwartkops.co.za.</p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ:Regional Extreme Festival delivers the magic to Zwartkops faithful</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Motoring News Motorsport racing </p> Regional Extreme Festival preparing for challenge of East London	查看 6295	《公民报》	2025-08-21 14:40:26 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257158	有图 <p> Environmental activists marched on Tuesday against the actions of Total Energies in Africa. </p> <p> </p> <p> <p>The protesters marched between Standard Bank and Total Energies claiming the French energy giant is involved in land grabs, displacement of local populations, and ecological devastation surrounding its energy involvement in Africa, including the East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project (EACOP).</p><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-12.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer">Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-2.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-3.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-4.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-8.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-5.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-7.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-6.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-9.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/march-against-total-10.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Picture: Michel Bega/The Citizen<p>PICTURES: Strongman challenge at Randridge Mall</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Africa environment gallery photography pictures </p> VIDEO/PICTURES: Environmental activists march to kick polluters out of Africa \| The Citizen	查看 3174	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:00:00 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257157	有图 <p> South Africa are in Pool D alongside Brazil, Italy and France. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bok-women-betting-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Coach Swys de Bruin speaks to the Springbok women’s rugby team ahead of the World Cup, starting this weekend. Picture: Grant Pitcher/Gallo Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup kicks off in England on Friday, with 16 teams in action over the next few weeks all gunning for glory.</p><p>South Africa’s Springbok women’s team will also be in action, in Pool D, over the coming weeks.</p><p>Swys de Bruin’s outfit are joined in their pool by Brazil, Italy and France. The South Africans are first up against the South Americans in Northampton on Sunday at 3.45pm.</p><p>They face Italy in York next Sunday in their second pool match and end their pool play with an outing against France, back in Northampton, on 7 September.</p><p>For those looking to put a few Rands on the action, take a look at the Betway site and all their options for the tournament. </p><p>While De Bruin’s side might struggle to contend for the title, they will hope to get out of their pool and at least feature in the knockout rounds.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>A good first win against Brazil on Sunday will be key. They’re at 1.00 to win, so are big favourites. The South Americans are at 12.00 to win, while a draw is at 50.00.</p><p>To win the pool, South Africa are at 13.00, Italy at 11.00 and France at 1.06. Brazil are at 1,000.00.</p><p>Hosts England are the favourites to win the tournament, at 1.33, while South Africa are at 150.00.</p><p>All these Betway odds are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Springboks (Bokke/Boks) </p> It's time for the Women's Rugby World Cup: SA take on Brazil first up \| The Citizen	查看 2099	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:07:32 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257156	有图 <p> Springbok centre Damian de Allende said fans had sworn at players in the streets in the past. They have not done so this time. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Springbok-centre-Damian-de-Allende-fan-sbuse.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Springbok centre Damian de Allende signs autographs between training in the build-up to the second Test against the Wallabies. Picture: Grant Pitcher/Gallo Images</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Springbok centre Damian de Allende said the team has not suffered too much verbal abuse from fans after their shock 38–22 defeat to the Wallabies at Ellis Park last week. </p><p>He said that compared to when fans swore at players on the streets after Ireland beat them for the first time in South Africa in 2016, beating the Springboks 26–20 in Cape Town with 14 men, this was nothing.</p>Springboks want to get it right<p>The Springboks suffered just their second defeat at their Ellis Park fortress (the first since 1963) against the Wallabies when they surrendered a 22–0 lead after 18 minutes, losing 38–22 in the Rugby Championship match last Saturday.</p><p>South African sports fans can be harsh at the best of times, but the Johannesburg stadium erupted in jeers and booing a few times during the match, displeasure directed at referee Ben O’Keeffe and Wallabies players alternately as fans came to grips with such an unexpected and shocking result.</p><p>But the criticism directed at the Springboks has been the hardest. When the Boks walked off the field at Ellis Park, they received little consolatory support. Fans and pundits alike have spoken harshly of players since the game, but many have also been patient and understanding.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Wallabies coach says new captain ‘quiet’ but leads by example </p> </p> </p><p>“We had a lot of people swear at us when we walked to the gym [back in 2016]. But this year has been better,” De Allende said.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Our supporters have been a lot more positive, which is very nice. Obviously, we are very disappointed about what happened on Saturday and we are also disappointed because we let the fans down. </p><p>“But it helps us a bit when we walk to the gym and the fans are a lot more positive. We know we are nothing without the fans but we also know what we want to do this weekend and what went wrong this past weekend and we want to take this challenge head-on.”</p>De Allende: ‘Everything happens for a reason’<p>He said the Springboks have learnt their lessons from the setback.</p><p>“I believe that everything happens for a reason. We started very well on Saturday and obviously it didn’t go to plan afterwards. I think setbacks do happen, and they’ve happened to every other team in the world. </p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Wallabies coach says new captain ‘quiet’ but leads by example </p> </p> <p> <p> Wallabies name their team: Ellis Park star rewarded with first captaincy </p> </p> </p><p>He said it was good to be in a team where everyone understand what went wrong and want to fix that.</p><p>“I’ve been in team environments where things go wrong and everything just turns sour, and you try fix everything but you don’t find the solution. But here we’ve found the solution already and that’s a positive for me.”</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Damian de Allende Springboks (Bokke/Boks) The Rugby Championship Wallabies </p> De Allende: Boks received more abuse from fans in the past \| The Citizen	查看 3827	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:14:27 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257155	有图 <p> The 17-year-old went to the principal"s office to retrieve her cellphone when she was allegedly groped. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Classroom.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A 51-year-old school principal from Polokwane has been arrested and charged with sexual assault.</p><p>The school was not identified to protect other pupils.</p><p>The principal’s arrest follows an incident that allegedly occurred at a local school in the Lebowakgomo policing area, under the Capricorn District, on Saturday, 16 August 2025.</p>Collecting cellphone<p>Police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba indicated that a 17-year-old female pupil went to the principal’s office to retrieve her cellphone that had been confiscated by her teacher during class time, when she was allegedly assaulted.</p><p>“It is alleged that the victim made several attempts to collect her cellphone from the principal’s office but was unsuccessful as the principal was not available. On Saturday, when she returned to collect her cellphone, the principal allegedly instructed her to come alone to his office.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Saftu slams Mkhwanazi for linking police officer shortages on unions’ wage demands </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Man masquerading as pastor sentenced to life for raping at least 10 children in KZN</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“The victim informed her friend to wait outside before returning to the office, where the suspect allegedly touched her inappropriately and sexually assaulted her,” Mashaba said.</p>Arrest<p>Mashaba added that the teen reported the incident to her family, and the matter was subsequently reported to Lebowakgomo Police Station on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.</p><p>“The case was referred to the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit. The suspect was immediately arrested and charged with sexual assault.</p><p>“The suspect is expected to appear before the Thabamoopo Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 21 August 2025,” Mashaba said.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Saftu slams Mkhwanazi for linking police officer shortages on unions’ wage demands </p> </p> <p> <p> Alleged car thief killed in KwaDukuza police confrontation </p> </p> </p>‘Disturbing’<p>The Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, expressed her concern regarding the incident</p><p>“It is deeply disturbing when those entrusted with the care and education of our children allegedly abuse their positions of authority. Schools should be safe havens for learning, not places where children fear for their safety.</p><p>“We commend the victim for her courage in reporting this incident and assure the community that this case will be monitored closely until justice is served,” Hadebe said.</p><p>ALSO READ: KZN man sentenced to 55 years in prison for raping five women</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Limpopo Police Polokwane principal pupils sexual assault Teens </p> Principal arrested for sexually assaulting teen in Polokwane	查看 3353	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:17:31 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257154	有图 <p> Ready in minutes, it"s a convenient and delicious way to enjoy a hearty lunch or dinner with minimal effort. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/iStock-1463364647.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Picture: iStock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles are a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy days. This dish combines savory tuna, creamy melted cheese, and protein-rich eggs with tender noodles. </p>Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles<p>Serves: 2<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Preparation time:10 minutes<gwmw></gwmw></p><p>Cooking time:10 minutes</p><p>Cost per recipe:Serves 2 for under R70</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Recipe of the day: Lemon butter chicken and boiled eggs </p> </p> </p>Ingredients:2 x 70 g packets cheese flavoured instant noodles80 ml (⅓ cup) 1000 island dressing170 g tin shredded tuna in brine, drained2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and choppedSmall handful chives, chopped80 ml (⅓ cup) cheddar, grated<gwmw></gwmw><gwmw></gwmw><p>ALSO READ: Recipe of the day: Lemon butter chicken and boiled eggs</p><p> </p><p> </p>Method:<gwmw></gwmw>Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions (with the spice sachet). Drain, reserving 80 ml (⅓ cup) of the cooking liquid.Combine the reserved cooking liquid with the dressing, tuna, eggs, and chives. Stir through the noodles. Divide between two microwave-safe serving bowls.<gwmw></gwmw>Sprinkle the cheddar over the noodles and microwave for about 3 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Garnish with extra chives.<p>Supplied by: Sapoultry.co.za</p><svg><defs><symbol> </symbol></defs></svg>Print<p>Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles<p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/iStock-1463364647-600x600.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> </p> <p> </p> <p> <p>Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles are a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy days. This dish combines savory tuna, creamy melted cheese, and protein-rich eggs with tender noodles.</p> </p> <p> Author: Sapoultry.co.za Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Yield: 2 1x Category: Lunch, Dinner Method: cook Cuisine: South African </p> <p> <p> <p> Ingredients </p> <p> Scale 1x2x3x </p> </p> <p> 2 x 70 g packets cheese flavoured instant noodles80 ml (⅓ cup) 1000 island dressing170 g tin shredded tuna in brine, drained2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and choppedSmall handful chives, chopped80 ml (⅓ cup) cheddar, grated </p> </p> <p> <p> Instructions </p> <p> Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions (with the spice sachet). Drain, reserving 80 ml (⅓ cup) of the cooking liquid.Combine the reserved cooking liquid with the dressing, tuna, eggs, and chives. Stir through the noodles. Divide between two microwave-safe serving bowls.Sprinkle the cheddar over the noodles and microwave for about 3 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Garnish with extra chives. </p> </p> <p> Notes <p> <p>Serves 2 for under R70</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Recipe of the day: Lemon butter chicken and boiled eggs </p> </p> <p> <p> Recipe of the day: Tomato and cheese fold-over omelette wrap </p> </p> </p> </p> </p><p><gwmw></gwmw></p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Budget recipes food recipe recipe of the day </p> Recipe of the day: Microwave tuna and egg melt noodles at an affordable price \| The Citizen	查看 3921	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:45:00 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257153	有图 <p> New proposal will force them to deregister, resulting in potentially huge Vat liabilities. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Curro-Roodeplaat-Vat.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Many schools have probably already passed their budgets for the next calendar year, and accommodating such unforeseen Vat liabilities will create enormous stress on the school’s finances. Picture: Supplied</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>A significant number of schools that are currently registered for Value-added tax (Vat) will be forced to deregister from next year. That’s if a proposal in thedraft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill(TLAB) is passed into legislation.</p><p>This policy decision will have massive financial implications for schools in the short term, possibly depleting cash reserves and having substantial cash flow implications. It is likely to have a knock-on effect on school fees going forward.</p><p>Educational services have always been exempt from Vat, but only if the services were supplied in return for school fees, tuition fees, or payment for lodging. However, services were never exempt if the consideration was not in the form of school fees, tuition fees, or payments for lodging.</p><p>National Treasury announced that the proposed amendment will come into effect on 1 January 2026. The policy intent was “always” to exclude schools from the Vat net, it says in its reason for the change.</p><p>WTS Renmere’s Vat specialist Duane Shipp says many schools with commercial activities registered for Vat if they were above the R1 million registration threshold. These commercial activities include, among others, the supply of school uniforms or making available the sports facilities, school hall, swimming pool, and hostels of the school to private clubs or individuals.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> NASGB calls for urgent probe into school food poisoning incidents </p> </p> </p><p>The schools charged Vat on the supply of these offerings, but they were also able to deduct the Vat incurred as input tax on the cost incurred to purchase the school uniforms, treats for the tuck shop, or the construction of the sport facilities or swimming pool.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Huge rates shock could force Joburg schools to close down</p>Vat Act changes<p>However, the amendment proposes the removal of “school” and “school fees” from the wording of the relevant sections in the Vat Act.</p><p>“The implication is thatallsupplies of good or services by schools, regardless of whether it is in return for school fees or not, will be exempt under the Vat Act,” says Shipp.</p><p>A significant number of schools have been registered for Vat and claiming their input tax on capital expansions for more than a decade, if not longer.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> NASGB calls for urgent probe into school food poisoning incidents </p> </p> <p> <p> Seven incomplete Gauteng schools leave R955 million in the dust </p> </p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Gauteng schools urged to settle electricity and water bills</p>Vat vendor schools<p>Charles de Wet, tax executive at ENSafrica, says the school as a Vat vendor had to charge Vat when renting the school hall or sports facilities to private clubs or individuals. However, they had the advantage of claiming a percentage of their input Vat on capital projects, and they could also claim a percentage of the input Vat on the overhead costs of the assets on an apportionment basis.</p><p>This includes a portion of the electricity bill for the floodlights, or a portion of the water used for the sport fields.</p><p>But, once an entity deregisters as a Vat vendor it must repay the input tax claimed on its capital assets, says De Wet. That is the “exit” tax, he adds.</p><p> </p><p>The effect with the forced deregistration is that all the input Vat claimed on capital assets since registration for Vat must be repaid.</p><p>Treasury has made a concession, allowing schools that will find themselves in this cash flow predicament to repay the Vat liability in twelve monthly instalments, “or in so many instalments as the commissioner [of the South African Revenue Service] may decide.”</p><p>This liability may well run into millions for some of the country’s private schools, boarding schools, or more affluent schools. “There is a big wake-up call coming for some schools,” says Shipp.</p><p>ALSO READ: Temporary rates reprieve for Joburg schools</p><p> </p>Second time coming<p>A similar proposal was also introduced in the draft TLAB bill last year, but the amendment extended to schools, technikons, and universities. The proposal was abandoned following an extensive public pushback, particularly from universities.</p><p>This year, the proposal is back, but only targeted at schools, notes both Shipp and De Wet.</p><p>The proposal does not fit into the structure of the Vat Act, says De Wet. Typically, it is not entities that are exempt from Vat, but rather the nature of the supply – in this case, educational services.</p><p>“It is strange that they are deviating from the format of the act. Treasury is now exempting the entity [schools registered under the SA Schools Act] and not the supply,” says De Wet.</p><p> </p>Policy intent<p>Shipp also has difficulty understanding the policy intent behind the proposal. “If the policy intent was always to exclude schools, why has the wording of the act [until now] not reflected the intent,” he asks.</p><p>He also questions the short notice given to schools. Many schools have probably already passed their budgets for the next calendar year. Accommodating this unforeseen Vat liability will create enormous stress on the school’s finances.</p><p>The knock-on effect is that any commercial endeavour in future will come at a 15% higher price tag.</p><p>The school will be charged 15% for the school uniforms, the construction of a swimming pool, or the tuck shop treats, but it will no longer be able to deduct its input Vat.</p><p>Interested parties have until 12 September to publicly comment on the proposed amendment.</p><p>This article was republished from Moneyweb. Readtheoriginal here.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Schools Value-Added Tax (VAT) </p> Vat-registered schools set for rude ‘wake-up call’	查看 6617	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:51:22 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257152	有图 <p> Arsenal"s interest increased after Havertz suffered an injury setback. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Eberechi-Eze-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Eberechi Eze of Crystal Palace is linked with a move to Arsenal.. Photo: Action Foto Sport / NurPhoto via AFP</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Arsenal are poised to snatch Eberechi Eze from under the noses of arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur in what could be one of the most audacious moves of the Premier League’s summer transfer window, it was reported Wednesday.</p><p>Spurs appeared to be on course to bring the 27-year-old Crystal Palace attacking midfielder to their corner of north London.</p><p>But it is now being suggested Arsenal, amid concerns over a knee injury to Kai Havertz, will scupper the deal and bring England international Eze, released by the Gunners as a 13-year-old, to the Emirates.</p><p>The Athletic said Arsenal had reached agreement in principle with Palace to sign Eze, with the deal worth in the region of the expired £68 million ($91 million) release clause, matching the level of fee Spurs were prepared to pay.</p><p>Arsenal’s interest increased after Havertz suffered an injury setback.</p><p>The Germany international came on in the second half of Sunday’s victory over Manchester United and completed the game but was absent from Arsenal’s open training at the Emirates on Wednesday.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Arsenal finished runners-up to Premier League champions Liverpool last season and are expected to challenge for the title again whereas Spurs, who won the Europa League final, ended the campaign in a lowly 17th place — one spot above the relegation zone.</p><p>Eze played 84 minutes of the weekend draw at Chelsea and trained on Wednesday ahead of Palace’s Conference League play-off at home to Fredrikstad, with coach Oliver Glasner insisting he and Eagles captain Marc Guehi, a target for Liverpool, would both start the European tie.</p><p>“Before Chelsea, I think many of you were surprised that Marc and Ebs started and played almost the whole game,” Glasner told a pre-match press conference earlier Wednesday.</p><p>“Most of you will be surprised that they will start again tomorrow because of all the rumours. But again, they are committed.”</p><p> </p><p>Glasner, who also guided Palace to Community Shield glory in a penalty shoot-out win over Liverpool, added: “They are committed to the team, they have a contract here, they played a crucial part that we could be so successful, and they will play a crucial part as long as they are here.</p><p>“Because they are good, they are committed to the team, and when one of the players leave, which I don’t know at the moment, then they want to leave as players who always gave 100 percent for Crystal Palace.</p><p>“This is what they did since they signed, and this is what we expect from them until the end of their contract, whenever this is.”</p><p>Palace captain Guehi is under contract until next year, while Eze’s deal expires in 2027.</p><p> </p><p>“This noise, these rumours, it’s not just for three days, it’s been written for weeks,” said Glasner.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Arsenal F.C. Crystal Palace F.C. Premier League (EPL) Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (Spurs) </p> Arsenal could hijack Spurs' bid for Palace star Eze - reports	查看 3596	《公民报》	2025-08-21 15:58:26 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257151	有图 <p> AFP Sport looks at the major talking points ahead of the second weekend of the Premier League season, </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Alexander-Isak-5-scaled.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>Alexander Isak is set to sit out the game between Newcastle United and Liverpool on Monday. Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Liverpool can expect a hostile reception when they travel to Newcastle on Monday amid their pursuit of wantaway Magpies striker Alexander Isak, while Manchester City and Tottenham face off in an early examination of their ambitions for the season.</p><p>Across Merseyside, a new era begins for Everton on Sunday when they welcome Brighton for the first competitive game at their new 53,000-capacity stadium.</p><p>AFP Sport looks at the major talking points ahead of the second weekend of the Premier League season:</p>Isak future hangs over Newcastle, Liverpool<p>Isak is set to sit out the meeting between his current employers and his preferred destination as a stand-off over the Swede’s future rolls into the final week of the transfer window.</p><p>Newcastle insist the 25-year-old will not move unless they can source an adequate replacement and Liverpool meet their British transfer record price tag of a reported £150 million ($202 million).</p><p>Liverpool have had one bid worth £110 million rejected with their business not yet concluded despite splashing £300 million on new recruits.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Isak broke his silence on Tuesday, saying his relationship with Newcastle “can’t continue” after losing trust in the club.</p><p>However, the early season form of Hugo Ekitike has tempered the need for Premier League champions Liverpool to meet Newcastle’s demands.</p><p>The French forward, who rejected Newcastle’s advances to join the Reds, registered a goal and an assist on his Premier League debut in Liverpool’s rollercoaster 4-2 win over Bournemouth.</p><p>The teething problems for Arne Slot’s new-look side have been in stopping the flow of counter-attacks against them, but Liverpool should be stronger for the return of midfielder Ryan Gravenberch from suspension at St James’ Park.</p><p> </p><p>Newcastle’s lack of firepower without Isak was exposed as they failed to break down 10-man Aston Villa in a goalless draw on the opening weekend.</p><p>It has been another frustrating week for Eddie Howe in the transfer market as his attempts to land Brentford striker Yoane Wissa have stalled.</p>Spurs a reminder of Man City demons<p>City’s 4-0 demolition of Wolves on the opening weekend sent a strong message of intent after a season to forget.</p><p>The visit of Spurs is a painful reminder of City’s fall from grace last season as Tottenham ran riot with a 4-0 victory at the Etihad in November, in the midst of a run of one win in 13 games for Pep Guardiola’s men.</p><p> </p><p>Guardiola said his squad has been infused with “fresh energy” after new signings Tijjani Reijnders, Rayan Cherki and Rayan Ait-Nouri impressed at Molineux.</p><p>But a tougher test lies in wait against City’s bogey team of recent years.</p><p>Spurs have lost only one of their last four league visits to the Etihad and scored at least twice on every occasion.</p><p>New boss Thomas Frank has already shown his ability to adapt in very nearly masterminding a UEFA Super Cup victory over European champions Paris Saint-Germain before a late collapse.</p><p> </p><p>Tottenham’s Premier League campaign also got off to a flier with a 3-0 win over Burnley.</p>Everton’s new era<p>Everton’s new season got off to a frustrating start in a late 1-0 defeat by Leeds.</p><p>But the hope of a bright future is the club’s new state-of-the-art home on Liverpool’s docklands.</p><p>After decades in the doldrums for one of England’s historically most successful clubs, Everton are banking on the Hill Dickinson Stadium to help bankroll a change in fortunes.</p><p> </p><p>But the move from Goodison Park, which had been home of the Toffees since 1892, is also fraught with risk.</p><p>Goodison’s intimidating atmosphere played a big role in helping save Everton from the drop in a series of difficult seasons in recent years.</p><p>On the evidence of Monday’s defeat, the Blues need their new home to be just as much of a fortress to avoid another relegation scrap.</p><p>Fixtures (all times GMT)</p><p>Friday</p><p>West Ham v Chelsea (1900)</p><p>Saturday</p><p>Manchester City v Tottenham (1130), Bournemouth v Wolves, Brentford v Aston Villa, Burnley v Sunderland (all 1400), Arsenal v Leeds (1630)</p><p>Sunday</p><p>Everton v Brighton, Crystal Palace v Nottingham Forest (both 1300), Fulham v Manchester United (1530)</p><p>Monday</p><p>Newcastle v Liverpool (1900)</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Liverpool F.C. Manchester City F.C. Newcastle United F.C. Premier League (EPL) Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (Spurs) </p> Newcastle host Liverpool amid Isak stand-off, Spurs test new-look Man City	查看 5230	《公民报》	2025-08-21 16:10:59 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257150	有图 <p> Claims the RAF does not have the capacity to mediate in volume. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/RAF-mediate-capacity.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>‘The RAF simply does not have the capacity to mediate in volume,’ says the Personal Injury Plaintiff Lawyers Association. Picture: Adobe Stock</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>The Road Accident Fund (RAF) lacks the capacity to mediate cases at scale, with only three out of 1 000 mediation notices served on the fund in the past four months having been mediated, but none of them have been settled.</p><p>Personal Injury Plaintiff Lawyers Association (Pipla) chairperson Advocate Justin Erasmus made this claim this week following Pipla lodging an urgent supplementary affidavit in the Gauteng High Court on behalf of its members last week.</p><p>Pipla represents about 400 personal injury lawyers in South Africa.</p><p>Erasmus said two large legal firms have since April this year served more than 1 000 Rule 41A notices on the RAF.</p><p>“Only 35 have been responded to, and just three matters have gone to mediation. To date, nothing has been settled. The RAF simply does not have the capacity to mediate in volume,” he said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Two life terms for Tshwane parolee who raped nephew and teen neighbour </p> </p> </p><p>RAF spokesperson McIntosh Polela said on Wednesday the RAF is on record welcoming the mediation directive announced by theJudge President Dunstan Mlambo.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Pipla comes up with nonsensical allegations against the RAF every time they want to appear in the media,” said Polela.</p><p>ALSO READ: RAF needs a Settlement Hub for crash victims – expert</p>Pipla’s urgent legal challenge<p>Erasmus said that historically Gauteng’s trial rolls carry about 300 matters a week but mediation, by its very nature, is a protracted process taking at least a full day.</p><p>“To keep pace and avoid any backlogs or bottlenecks, 300 mediations would need to be completed weekly, requiring at least 60 state attorneys dedicated solely to the task,” he claimed.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Two life terms for Tshwane parolee who raped nephew and teen neighbour </p> </p> <p> <p> Calls for justice after Mpumalanga man allegedly sets women alight </p> </p> </p><p>“This becomes impossible when one considers there are currently only 35 state attorneys in Gauteng, all with other fairly substantial responsibilities.</p><p>“Our judicial system is hopelessly under-resourced to meet this demand, as illustrated by the current situation,” added Erasmus.</p><p>He said that even if all the state attorneys did no other work, and their workload is considerable, and every attorney conducted one mediation per day, the backlog would continue to grow.</p><p>ALSO READ: Troubled Road Accident Fund needs a major overhaul</p><p> </p><p>Erasmus warned that these practical constraints, combined with the financial and procedural burdens on plaintiffs, mean that the unintended consequences of the directive may outweigh its intended benefits.</p><p>“Mediation can play a valuable role, but not when imposed on a scale for which neither the RAF nor the court system has the capacity… This is essentially going to prevent people having access to justice and the chance to have their case heard – ever, at the current rate,” he said.</p><p>The urgent supplementary affidavit, deposed by Erasmus, was lodged in support of a challenge launched by Pipla against the legality and constitutionality of the practice directive issued by Gauteng Judge President Mlambo, which was implemented in the Gauteng Division of the High Court in April this year.</p><p>The directive made mediation of civil cases compulsory in the Gauteng Division before they were enrolled on the court rolls.</p><p> </p><p>Pipla initially approached the Constitutional Court in May this year to challenge the legality and constitutionality of the directive, arguing that it infringed on the constitutional right of access to courts, conflicted with Rule 41A of the Uniform Rules, and was unworkable in practice.</p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Advocate-Justin-Erasmus-CEO-of-of-the-Personal-Injury-Plaintiff-Lawyers-Association.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript>Pipla chairperson Advocate Justin Erasmus. Image: Supplied<p>ALSO READ: RAF criticised for processing claims ‘at the pace of an arthritic snail’</p>Reducing the backlog<p>The directive was implemented in an attempt to reduce the backlog of cases in the division, which to a large extent has been caused by the number of RAF default judgment cases on the court rolls.</p><p> </p><p>Deputy Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Johannesburg, Roland Sutherland, issued a notice in June 2024 to 42 entities, including various attorney and advocate associations, about the civil trial roll lead times in Johannesburg.</p><p>Sutherland said practitioners ought to be alarmed by the dates that are at present being issued for civil trials.</p><p>“The furthest dates issued are in November 2027, three and a half years hence. Dates in 2028 are about to be allocated,” he said.</p><p>Nicolette de Witt, chairperson of the High Court Committee of the Pretoria Attorneys Association (PAA), told Moneyweb in July that civil trials in the High Court in Pretoria are currently being allocated for January 2029, and the waiting time between the date of allocation of civil hearing dates and the hearing date itself “has reached an astonishing period of four and a half years.”</p><p>“These lead times are the longest they have been in the history of this division of the High Court.</p><p>“Under the prevalent circumstances… in Pretoria, the civil justice system is failing South African citizens and depriving them of their Section 34 constitutional right of access to the courts,” she said.</p><p>ALSO READ: Reintroduction of Road Accident Benefit Scheme Bill ‘ill-advised’</p>Impact of mandatory mediation directive<p>FANewsreported in June this yearthat the Constitutional Court had refused direct access and dismissed an application by Gert Nel Attorneys to challenge mandatory mediation requirements.</p><p>It said the court did not consider nor pronounce on the merits of the application, and Gert Nel Attorneys will continue its challenge of the directive in the High Court.</p><p>FANewssaid a further application challenging the validity and constitutionality of the directive was instituted by a road accident victim in the High Court.</p><p>Meanwhile, Erasmus said a revised directive was issued by Acting Judge President Aubrey Ledwaba on 9 June 2025, which he described as “a commendable effort to partially alleviate prejudice to plaintiffs who have waited for years for their trial date and who were at risk of a lengthy postponement should the RAF fail to mediate”.</p><p>This article was republished from Moneyweb. Readtheoriginal here.</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics courts lawyers Road Accident Fund (RAF) </p> Mandatory mediation of RAF cases is not working – lawyers association	查看 7542	《公民报》	2025-08-21 16:17:50 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257149	有图 <p> Online payments platform PayCity is warning users of various phishing scams through which fraudsters send fake traffic fine notifications. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Traffic-Fine.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>A traffic officers issuing a fine to a motorist. Picture: Alex News. </p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>As online phishing and scams continue to rise at an alarming rate, motorists have become the latest target for criminals.</p><p>While some motorists avoid paying their traffic fines, others want to do the right thing and settle their debt to the city using online payment platforms.</p>Warning<p>However, the convenience of online payments comes with a price, with many motorists falling victim to cybercrime.</p><p>Online payments platform PayCity has warned users of various phishing scams through which fraudsters send fake traffic fine notifications impersonating the company.</p><p>“We have been made aware of several phishing scams where fraudsters send fake traffic fine notification messages pretending to impersonate PayCity,” it said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Motorists still being ‘turned into ATMS’ by pressured JMPD – DA </p> </p> </p><p>“These messages may include fraudulent payment links from domains that are not associated with PayCity.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: Protect yourself from online scams: Essential tips and tools</p>Don’t click on that link<p>While PayCity confirmed that it sends official payment links via e-mail, SMS, and WhatsApp, it emphasised that its traffic fine notification will always originate from the paycity.co.za domain.</p><p>PayCity urged users not to click on any links or make payments through suspicious or unknown domains.</p><p>“Never click on or pay through links from suspicious or unknown domains.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Motorists still being ‘turned into ATMS’ by pressured JMPD – DA </p> </p> <p> <p> Cybersecurity an ‘economic and safety imperative’ </p> </p> </p><p>“If you are unsure about any e-mail you’ve received, please forward it to [emailprotected] and we’ll verify it for you,” PayCity said.</p>RTMC warning<p>The Road Traffic Management Corporation has a similar warning on its website.</p><p>“Beware of phishing e-mails claiming you owe a traffic fine. NaTiS will never demand payment via suspicious links. Real e-mails include your vehicle info and will direct you to: online.natis.gov.za.</p>Fake e-mails<p>“Delete the scam e-mail, don’t click on any suspicious links or share personal details,” RTMC said.</p><p> </p><p>According to RTMC, Victims receive e-mails that appear to be from NaTIS, falsely notifying them of outstanding traffic fines. In the latest version of the scam, a victim receives an e-mail claiming that they owe a traffic fine of R210, which has doubled to R420 due to “late payment”.</p><p>The fraudulent message further warns that if the R420 is not paid within 24 hours, the amount will increase to R645. It deceitfully offers a “reward”, stating that if payment is made within 12 hours, the client will be eligible for a refund of the interest charged.</p><p>The RTMC said the scam tactics are intentionally designed to pressure recipients into making urgent payments and sharing sensitive information, ultimately compromising their banking details and personal information.</p><p>ALSO READ:Data breaches cost SA organisations over R360m in 3 years</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Cybercrime online scams scam scammers traffic fines </p> Urgent warning! Don't fall for these online traffic fine scams	查看 3949	《公民报》	2025-08-21 16:26:38 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257148	有图 <p> Unions blame austerity measures for the shortage of essential government workers. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Saftu.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Saftu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi. Picture: Gallo Images / Daily Sun / Jabu Kumalo</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu) general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi is criticising Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi for his controversial comments on unions.</p><p>Mkhwanazi suggested that unions are to blame for the shortage of police officers in KwaZulu-Natal and other parts of the country.</p><p>He was speaking at a government crime stakeholder engagement in KZN on Tuesday.</p><p>“They are going down more thanks to who? The unions. The labour people who said we want higher salaries for our employees.</p><p>“So, the more government increases salaries, the fewer they employ. The fewer they employ, the more crime there is. The reality is that too many things are wrong in our country which contribute, and labour laws are among those,” said Mkhwanazi.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> </p>Saftu disagrees with Mkhwanazi<p>In a statement on Wednesday, Vavi lambasted Mkhwanazi for his comments.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“Saftu strongly disagrees with the assertion by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner Mkhwanazi that union demands for higher salaries are hampering efforts to fill policing vacancies,” he said.</p>The danger of Mkhwanazi’s comments <p>Vavi said Mkhwanazi’s comments have the potential to distort the real issues that face employees in the police force.</p><p>“Mkhwanazi is a respected public servant with the courage of his convictions. Saftu hopes he will direct his critique toward the real adversary: systemic under-funding and austerity that squeeze public services and leave policing and democratic security fragile,” he said.</p><p>Vavi said the federation is also concerned that there are not enough police officers for the high numbers of civilians in various parts of the country.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> ‘SA doesn’t have unlimited resources’ – Parliament told certain immigration acts must be repealed </p> </p> <p> <p> Principal arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting teen in Polokwane </p> </p> </p><p>“The South African Police Service (Saps) currently operates at approximately one police officer per 423 people (as of 2023), falling significantly short of global benchmarks.</p><p>“Other reporting reflects even worse: one officer for every 427 citizens noted in the 2024-25 annual performance plan,” he said.</p>The need for adequate salaries <p>Moreover, Vavi said police men and women should be paid adequate salaries because of the nature of the work they do and the associated risks.</p><p>“Government must provide living wages that reflect the risks and responsibilities of policing as well as the rising cost of living,” he said.</p><p> </p>Who is to blame for the shortage of police?<p>According to Vavi, austerity measures, lack of resources and a low number of police are also to blame for the high levels of crime in the country.</p><p>“Budget cuts, not wage demands, are the real crisis,” he said.</p>Who is protecting South Africans?<p>He said the situation is so bad that many South Africans are now relying on private security companies for protection.</p><p>“Private security has surged with more than 2.7 million registered private guards, now outnumbering police and military combined.</p><p> </p><p>“This shift underscores a stark reality. Only the wealthy can afford protection, while the majority, especially in working class and informal settlements, are left dangerously exposed.”</p>Police training <p>Despite this Vavi said he agrees with Mkhwanazi that police officers must be properly trained.</p><p>“Government must invest in training, tools and accountability structures, so each officer is equipped, professional and trusted by the communities they serve,” he said.</p><p>The Congress of South African Trade Unions said they are also disappointed in Mkhwanazi’s remarks.</p><p> </p><p>“These remarks are misplaced, out of context and risk creating unnecessary tension between the labour movement and law enforcement leadership,” said the federation on Wednesday.</p><p>ASLO READ: ANC to discipline Gigaba and Mchunu over ‘opportunistic assault’</p>Mkhwanazi’s explosive allegations<p>Meanwhile, the Madlanga Commission, which is tasked with investigating the allegations that Mkhwanazi made against Mchunu, is expected to begin its work in September.</p><p>Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of interfering in police investigations.</p><p>He also claimed that there was a network of corrupt officials in the National Prosecuting Authority, the judiciary and the police.</p><p>Parliament has also formed an ad hoc committee that is investigating the same allegations.</p><p>NOW READ: Here are some of the rules outlining Parliament’s Mkhwanazi allegations probe </p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/image-13.png" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) Editor’s Choice Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi Police South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) Unions </p> Saftu slams Mkhwanazi for linking police officer shortages on unions' wage demands \| The Citizen	查看 5799	《公民报》	2025-08-21 16:56:53 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257147	有图 <p> Jaecoo"s new entry-level SUV is expected to come with a considerable price cut compared to the J7. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025_Jaecoo-J5-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>Jaecoo J5 will debut on South African soil in September. Image: Omoda & Jaecoo</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Teased and selectively detailed for South Africa ever since its world debut last year, Omoda & Jaecoo has officially confirmed September as the month of unveiling for the new J5.</p>In detail<p>Shown publicly at the Shanghai International Auto Show in March, the junior sibling of the J7 will be offered in the same trim levels, Vortex, Glacier and Inferno, with a solitary powertrain option.</p><p>ALSO READ: Jaecoo J5 penned-in for third quarter South African market debut</p><p>Measuring 4380 mm long, 1860 mm wide and 1650 mm tall, the J5 rides on the same T1X platform as the J7, with its wheelbase stretching 2620 mm.</p><p>Although available in other markets with a 1.6 T-GDI engine and as a full EV, for South Africa, motivation will come from the Chery Group’s 1.5 T-GDI that produces 115kW/230Nm, the same as in the Omoda C5.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Sport and Titanium X join the Ford Tourneo Custom van range </p> </p> </p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/NZ82902.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>Jaecoo parent company Chery’s partnership with JLR has translated to a rear facia design similar to the Range Rover Sport. Image: Omoda & Jaecoo UK </sub></p><p>At the same time, drive will go to the front wheels only through a CVT rather than the ubiquitous seven-speed dual-clutch.</p><p> </p><p> </p>Spec sheet<p>Its boot able to accommodate between 480 and 1180-litres of luggage, the J5’a confirmed list of features include a 13.2-inch infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, panoramic sunroof, a wireless smartphone charger and a drive mode selector with three settings: Eco, Normal and Sport.</p><p><img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/NZ82312.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript><sub>J5’s interior is dominated by a 13.2-inch central display. Image: Omoda & Jaecoo UK </sub></p><p>Approved options include ventilated front seats, leather upholstery and dual-zone climate control.</p><p>In the United Kingdom, where it is called the Jaecoo 5, the list of items further includes a six or eight-speaker Sony sound system, a cooled glovebox, heated and electric front seats, and ambient lighting.</p>Likely price<p>Seemingly not set to make its public showing at the Kyalami Festival of Motoring next week as per previous rumours, pricing for the J5 will dramatically undercut that of the J7, though little is still known.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Sport and Titanium X join the Ford Tourneo Custom van range </p> </p> <p> <p> More boost for less as Nissan cuts Magnite Turbo’s prices </p> </p> </p><p>As a comparison, the four model J7 range starts at R519900 for the entry-level Vortex and ends at R689900 for the plug-in hybrid SHS.</p><p>Expectations, therefore, point to the J5 possibly starting around the R450000 mark; however, this is purely speculative and will only be announced once the official launch takes place next month.</p><p>ALSO READ:South African-bound new Jaecoo J5 officially shows itself</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Motoring News Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) </p> Almost here: Jaecoo J5 showing itself in person in September	查看 3941	《公民报》	2025-08-21 17:05:05 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257146	有图 <p> Officers are allegedly under pressure to each collect at least R7 000 in traffic fines daily at roadblocks. </p> <p> <img src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=" rel="noopener noreferrer"><noscript><img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Why-Joburgs-roadblock-outrage-misses-the-point-1.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"></noscript> <p> <p> <p>A JMPD officer directs traffic. Picture: The Citizen/Nigel Sibanda</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>Joburg motorists are allegedly being “turned into ATMs by a revenue-hungry, failing government” as Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers face pressure to issue R7 000 in fines each and every single day.</p><p>This is according to DA spokesperson for community safety Michael Sun, who accused the JMPD of pressuring its officers to meet the daily target.‘</p>‘ATM motorists’<p>Sun said on Thursdaymotorists are still being targeted.</p><p>“At the beginning of August, I raised concerns that the Johannesburg Metro Police Department is setting up roadblocks across the city only for one purpose – to collect traffic fines from motorists.”</p><p>Sun alleged that officers are under pressure to collect at least R7 000 in traffic fines daily at roadblocks which do very little in terms of traffic management, traffic safety or even crime prevention. </p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> Urgent warning! Don’t fall for these online traffic fine scams </p> </p> </p><p>“Although denied by the JMPD, we are nevertheless seeing these roadblocks across the city, everywhere, day and night.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>“What is more concerning is that the traffic fine payment platforms are now warnings of scams and fraud and of fake traffic fine notifications to motorists,” Sun said.</p><p>ALSO READ: Urgent warning of online traffic fine scams</p>Primary goal<p>The JMPD’s Xolani Fihla told The Citizen that their enforcement operations are conducted with the primary goal of maintaining safety and order on the city’s roads.</p><p>“As part of their duties, officers are expected to issue citations when motorists are found to be in violation of traffic laws. This serves as a necessary corrective measure to address lawlessness, unsafe behaviour and promote a culture of responsibility among all road users.</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> Urgent warning! Don’t fall for these online traffic fine scams </p> </p> <p> <p> Why Joburg’s roadblock outrage misses the point </p> </p> </p>Quotas<p>Fihla denied there was any quota system.</p><p>“It is important to clarify that while issuing citations is part of an officer’s duty to enforce traffic regulations, there is no quota system they are expected to follow. The department’s focus is on ensuring compliance with traffic laws to prevent accidents, not generating a specific number of fines.</p><p>“The performance of our officers is measured by their overall effectiveness in creating a safer environment for the community, and one of the ways is to issue citations, not by a predetermined target for fines. The integrity of our operations is paramount, and all actions are taken in strict accordance with the law,” Fihla said.</p>Scams<p>Meanwhile, Sun warned motorists to be careful when paying fines online.</p><p> </p><p>“This is indeed concerning, and motorists will easily fall for these phishing scams as they do not want to be inconvenienced at the roadblocks.</p><p>“I urge motorists across the province to be careful not to simply click on any link that you are sent. If you pay your traffic fines, do so using proper official platforms and channels, and ensure that you don’t fall victim to these phishing scams,” Sun said.</p><p>This comes after online payments platform PayCity warned users of various phishing scams through which fraudsters send fake traffic fine notifications impersonating the company.</p><p>ALSO READ: South Africa remains a global hotspot for data breaches</p><p> </p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Democratic Alliance (DA) Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) motorist roadblock traffic fines </p> Motorists still being 'turned into ATMS' by pressured JMPD - DA	查看 4390	《公民报》	2025-08-21 17:21:30 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word
3257145	有图 <p> The international singer says she fractured her nose, lost some teeth and mobility. </p> <p> <img src="https://media.citizen.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/what-happened-to-Tamar-Braxton.jpg" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <p> <p> <p>American singer and reality star, Tamar Braxton. Picture: X/Twitter</p> </p> <p> <p> <i></i><p> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> <i> </i> </p> </p> </p> </p><p> </p> <p> <p>American singer and reality star Tamar Braxton has opened up about a terrifying accident that left her with face injuries and fighting for her life.</p><p>The Love and War hitmaker revealed on Instagram Stories that her friend had found her lying in a pool of blood on Sunday.</p><p>“I almost died. I was found in a pool of blood by my friend, with a face injury. As the days go by, the worse it gets. I fractured my nose, lost some teeth and mobility.”</p><p>The 48-year-old said the accident had left her physically weak and emotionally shaken.</p><p>“I struggled to write this but everyone keeps calling me and, honestly, I can’t even really talk anymore – I’m so weak,” she said.</p><p> <p> <p> <p> Read more </p> UPDATE: Six killed in KZN N2 crash as Limpopo accident death toll rises </p> </p> </p><p>“The way I look at life now is totally different. As my health is on the mend, my mental journey begins… pray for me, for real. I don’t even know what happened to me.”</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>ALSO READ: ‘I am going to disappear for a bit’: Jessie J after cancer diagnosis</p>Well-wishes messages pour in for Tamar Braxton<p>Fans and celebrities have since flooded social media with prayers and messages of support for the star.</p><p>Here are a few reactions from X/Twitter:</p><p>Prayers for Tamar Braxton 🙏🏾</p><p> </p><p> RELATED ARTICLES <p> <p> <p> UPDATE: Six killed in KZN N2 crash as Limpopo accident death toll rises </p> </p> <p> <p> TV: From BBL to Regret: Why These Celebs Want Their Real Bodies Back </p> </p> </p>— Chris (@DaRuffWay_) August 19, 2025</p><p>Sending love and prayers to Tamar Braxton as she recovers after revealing she ‘almost died’ from a recent health scare. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/a16Od0WLFQ</p>— RNB RADAR (@RNB_RADAR) August 19, 2025</p><p>Woah!!</p><p>Prayers of for Tamar Braxton </p><p>This is scary💔 pic.twitter.com/m7wBzcmFYf</p>— Patrice Davis Megan"s My Queen!💙💙 (@IMJUSTMEPATRICE) August 20, 2025</p><p>Braxton rose to fame as part of the group The Braxtons before launching a successful solo career.</p><p>She later became a household name through reality television, appearing on Braxton Family Values alongside her sisters.</p><p> </p><p>NOW READ: Nduduzo Makhathini on being criticised by ‘scholarly world’ after appearing on MacG podcast</p> </p> <p> Read more on these topics Accidents celebrities </p> Tamar Braxton found in pool of blood with face injuries	查看 2969	《公民报》	2025-08-21 17:25:49 2025-08-22 12:01:56	word

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