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Julius Malema breaks his silence

Louise McAuliffe — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:52:47 +0000

Breaking his silence since hearing that his appeal against his five-year suspension has been rejected, Julius Malema said: “Maybe this is a farewell speech.

“It is important that what we say is written down and can go into the archives of the ANCYL.”

Opening proceedings at the ANCYL National Executive Committee Lekgotla, Malema then proceeded to give a thorough background of the ANCYL’s history since its inception. Upon completion he then spoke out about his future and the possibility of a jail sentence.

Vavi on ANC leadership succession and Tenderpreneurs

Lebogang Tsele — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:25:59 +0000

The African National Congress had to “fix its house before it landed on its head,” warned Congress of SA Trade Unions general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi speaking to close to 2000 Gauteng shop stewards at the iconic Regina Mundi Church in Soweto on Tuesday. Vavi spoke out against corruption saying tenderpreneurs represented a serious threat to the working class and those who thought they had an “ordained right to eat on behalf of the masses” had to be isolated and exposed

Mantashe confirms Cassel Mathale and Limpopo PEC still in charge

Lebogang Tsele — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:55:42 +0000

Speaking at a media briefing in Johannesburg on Monday to report on the outcomes of the ANC’s National Executive Committee meeting held during the weekend, ANC Secretary-General Gwede Mantashe said Cassel Mathale is still the premier of Limpopo and the ANC’s Provincial Secretary in the province, this following protests as well as reports that Cassel Mathale’s leadership of the ANC in Limpopo had come under scrutiny at the NEC meeting,

Madiba chef releases cookbook: Audio

Louise McAuliffe — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:33:14 +0000

Personal chef to Madiba, Xoliswa Ndoyiya has just launched her cookery book Ukutya Kwasekhaya: Tastes from Nelson Mandela’s Kitchen.

Revealing the secret to her success in preparing meals for Madiba, his family and many guests who have visited the Mandela residence, Ndoyiya, who regards Madiba as her parent and leader said:

“The food that I have been feeding Tata does not have any secrets.

“The reason that I have had to come up with this book is because whenever the children or guests come to the house they always accuse me of having a secret,” said Ndoyiya whose first job was peeling potatoes and washing dishes.

“Now I am saying YES there is a secret – It’s love. I cook food with love.”

The cookbook contains a collection of more than 60 recipes that Ndoyiya has prepared over the last 19 years.

World Aids Day: Reader opinion

Louise McAuliffe — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:50:54 +0000

December 1st, is commemorated globally as World Aids Day. We asked our readers how they felt about the event.

Mac Maharaj speaks on his corruption allegations

Lebogang Tsele — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:33:56 +0000

Presidential spokesperson Mac Maharaj has again come out to debunk accusations of corruption and bribery against him. Speaking at the National Press Club in Pretoria, Maharaj said he has not broken any law and added that he would neither respond to the Mail and Guardian accusations

JACKast #43: Godfrey and Aries Spears

Brendan Jack — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:10:19 +0000

US comedians and actors, Godfrey and Aries Spears, discuss South African TV and how they miss America. They also try out the local accent and and tell us how they’re bringing original stand-up to our shores.

See them and others at the Black Tie Comedy Tour at Montecasino.

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Julius Malema has been suspended

Louise McAuliffe — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:11:14 +0000

The ANC announced that Julius Malema has been suspended with immediate effect. He has fourteen days within which to appeal this decision.

Musician RJ Benjamin may retire from public eye

Louise McAuliffe — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:08:58 +0000

Singer, song writer and music producer RJ Benjamin chats to Andile Ndolovu about retiring from the public stage to work behind the scenes, so that he can spend time producing music and discovering local talent. He also shares details of his European release, sharing his fan base and details of his first public appearance which had left young ladies crying on each others shoulders.

Diski Talk: Skipper Lefa Tsutsulupa happy not to be at the bottom

Lebogang Tsele — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:22:25 +0000

Moroka Swallows captain Lefa Tsutsulupa said he is looking forward to facing treble champions Orlando Pirates. Confident and self-assured, the Birds skipper said the team is doing well and are feeling lees pressure than they did last season when the club was facing relegation