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GRAPHIC | Multi-vehicle crash on the N2 outside Ermelo

A truck collided with another on the resulting in a multi-vehicle crash outside Ermelo on the N2 yesterday. READ | N11 accident claims six lives According to medical personnel, they admitted two patients with serious injuries to Ermelo Provincial Hospital. A video of the incident circulated on social media moments before…

Widows warned to stay away from Ben 10s

Widows warned to stay away from Ben 10s

KWAMHLANGA – Various issues were tackled at The Widows Forum, including widows dating younger men. The Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature hosted the event last Thursday at the Government Complex Chamber. Widows were in conversation and given a platform to share their experiences. READ | MP’s Legislature Deputy Speaker passes away One speaker,…

Load-shedding causes water supply backlog

Load-shedding causes water supply backlog

The electricity outages have caused a backlog on the water supply to communities. Silulumanzi released a media statement showing that the daily outages result in the Regional Water Treatment Plant being off for a minimum of two hours every day. The statement read that due to Stage 4 load-shedding; they…

Raymond Zondo is the new Chief Justice

Raymond Zondo is the new Chief Justice

Supplied Content  President Cyril Ramaphosa has, under Section 174(3) of the Constitution, appointed Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo as the new Chief Justice from April 1, 2022. The President’s decision follows consultation with the Judicial Service Commission. He further consulted leaders of parties in the National Assembly. In terms of…

Cleaner suspended for assault allegations

Cleaner suspended for assault allegations

BUSHBUCKRIDGE – The Department of Health has suspended a cleaner at the Oakley Clinic with immediate effect. This is following allegations of assault after a video circulated on social media in 2021 where an altercation broke out between the cleaner and patient. READ | SASSA fraudsters convicted for defrauding agency According…

#InternationalWomensDay | Five of MP's inspirational women

#InternationalWomensDay | Five of MP’s inspirational women

Today is International Women’s Day themed, #BreakTheBias this year. Take a look at some of Mpumalanga’s inspirational women who have broken stereotypes in communities, work places and society in general. Esther Mahlangu – Ndebele visual artist The 87-year-old globally acclaimed artist has done collaborations with international brands such as Air…

Five people die on the R35

Four people die in a crash on the R23

Supplied Content  Four people were killed when three vehicles collided on the R23 between Perdekop and Volksrust last night. According to reports, the Volkswagen Golf was first involved in a side swipe collision with a Peugeot sedan. Thereafter, a head-rear collision occurred between the VW Golf and the minibus taxi…

MPULUZI | Govt and community find common ground

MPULUZI CRASH | Govt and community find common ground

By Bongani Hlatshwayo  MPULUZI – It took the wrath of MEC for community safety, security and liaison, Vusi Shongwe, to find common ground between the community and government. This was to realise that the safety of the community is both their responsibility. READ | Joint funeral for Mpuluzi crash victims Speaking…

Nhlanhla Lux leads Operation Dudula

Nhlanhla Lux leads Operation Dudula

Soweto Parliament president and community activist, Nhlanhla Lux, trended following his Operation Dudula campaign in Rosetenville last Sunday. READ | 28 arrested for Middelburg unrest He marched with scores of people in the Johannesburg CBD, including Hillbrow and Rosetenville. The campaign targets illegal immigrants, human traffickers and criminals. He said he aimed…