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Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso has dissolved the Ingonyama Trust Board after resignations left it without the quorum required to govern the trust.
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Ingonyama Trust Board dissolved
- Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso dissolved the Ingonyama Trust Board due to multiple resignations, leaving it unsustainable.
- The decision was made after consulting with AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini and KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli.
- The trust manages 2.8 million hectares of land in KwaZulu-Natal for the benefit of traditional communities.
The site in Gezina used for the relocation of more than 400 people evicted from the city-owned Melgisedek buildings.
Gezina relocation fight: AfriForum heads to court over ‘time bomb’ relocation
- AfriForum is seeking a court interdict to halt the City of Tshwane’s relocation of over 400 unlawful Melgisedek building occupiers to a Gezina plot.
- AfriForum cites concerns about potential criminal activity, bylaw violations, and inadequate services (electricity, sewage) at the relocation site.
- The City of Tshwane argues AfriForum should have appealed the eviction order, defends the suitability of the site, and assures temporary relocation with provided services and security.
John Hlophe is expected to return as the MK Party’s first deputy president and leader in Parliament on Thursday, according to an internal circular seen by News24.
Former judge John Hlophe returns as MK Party’s parliamentary leader
- Former judge John Hlophe is set to return to the MK Party’s leadership.
- He will reportedly resume his roles as first deputy president and parliamentary leader.
- This follows his suspension in November after firing the party’s chief whip.
Cloete and Thomas Murray (inset), Marius van der Merwe, Burnett Hermanus and Mohammadh Sayed, Matipandile Sotheni and Wiandre Pretorius.
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Witness D, Murrays: ‘Hitmen’ in high-profile murders had past links to tobacco boss
- A suspect in the Murray killings and two suspects in Marius van der Merwe’s murder are linked through past relationships with Mohammadh Sayed, a co-founder of tobacco company Carnilinx.
- Burnett Hermanus, a suspect in the Murray case, was associated with Sayed and was later killed, while Matipandile Sotheni, arrested for Van der Merwe’s murder, previously worked as Sayed’s bodyguard.
- Wiandre Pretorius, another suspect in Van der Merwe’s murder who later died by suicide, had worked with police on behalf of Carnilinx to investigate tobacco smuggling.
South Africa temporarily reduced its general fuel levy by R1.50 per litre in 2022 to help offset a jump in prices following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Brutal fuel price hikes: Govt warns it can’t give much relief, if any
- National Treasury indicates limited capacity to cushion against rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
- Crude oil prices have surged over 40% since late February, potentially leading to a significant increase in South African petrol prices in April.
- Any potential relief measures would be limited, temporary, and funded within the existing budget, similar to the 2022 fuel levy reduction.
Senegal captain Sadio Mané holds up the Africa Cup of Nations trophy at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on 19 January 2026.
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Afcon row deepens: Senegal demands probe into ‘unjustified’ decision, Morocco stand firm
- Senegal has called for an independent investigation into the Confederation of African Football after being stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations title.
- CAF awarded the final to Morocco after ruling that Senegal forfeited the match for leaving the pitch during the game.
- Senegal’s federation plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, calling the decision unjust and damaging to African football.
Actress Zhang Jingyi arrives for the opening ceremony of the 15th Beijing International Film Festival.
Controversy couture: R29 000 Designer ‘Trash Pouch’ sparks fashion frenzy online
- Chinese actor Zhang Jingyi sparked debate at the Beijing International Film Festival by carrying a Balenciaga “Trash Pouch,” a luxury bag resembling a yellow plastic trash bag.
- Balenciaga is known for turning everyday items into high-fashion pieces, such as potato chip bag clutches, destroyed sneakers, tape bracelets, Zero shoes, and 10XL sneakers.
- The “Trash Pouch” retails for $1 790 (around R32 000), highlighting the brand’s controversial approach to high fashion and its ability to generate buzz.
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