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Mamelodi Sundowns got back to winning ways in emphatic style, drubbing **Richards Bay 4-1** at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday to ascend to the top of the **Betway Premiership** table. Meanwhile, **Sekhukhune United** suffered their first league defeat of the season, opening the door for Sundowns to reclaim pole position. --- ### 🔥 Highlights: Sundowns Dominate Richards Bay * **Tashreeq Matthews** stole the show, scoring a brace to lead Sundowns’ offensive onslaught. * **Malibongwe Khoza** opened his goal account with a composed finish from a corner scramble. * **Iqraam Rayners** converted a penalty just before halftime, giving Sundowns a commanding 3-0 lead. * Matthews struck again just after the hour mark by capitalizing on a rebound off the crossbar. * **Gabadinho Mhango** pulled one back for Richards Bay, but it was too little too late. Matthews opened the scoring in the 15th minute, latching onto a quality cross from new signing **Nuno Santos** (in his first start). Santos impre...

**Date:** 28 June 2025 **By:** Innocentia Nkadimeng Health safety | Jobs in beauty | Eyelash extension damage | Midrand salons | Beauty job risks | Lash glue injury --- ### 🚨 A Warning for Job Seekers & Beauty Clients Alike If you're a **job seeker looking into beauty technician careers** or simply someone who loves getting glammed up, this is a cautionary tale you shouldn't ignore. Refilwe Motiang, a 31-year-old from **Midrand**, suffered a **traumatic health scare** after a routine eyelash extension appointment. What was supposed to be a simple pampering session ahead of a trip to North West Province ended with an emergency **hospital visit**, temporary **vision loss**, and a deeply emotional recovery journey. --- ### 😢 “My Eyes Were Burning” — How It All Went Wrong Motiang visited a local salon last Thursday. During the lash extension process, she noticed an intense, burning sensation in her eyes. > “My eyes were burning,” she recalls. “I told the technician, but sh...

The unit, led by **Advocate Gerrie Nel**, has formally reached out to both the **Madeira SAPS** and the **National Prosecuting Authority (NPA)**. Nel stressed the **irony and heartbreak** of a dedicated police family now depending on the justice system they once served. > “This is not only a case of brutal assault but a failure of justice if it’s not investigated thoroughly,” said Nel. “We will ensure that the evidence speaks for Riana.” ### **Gender-Based Violence in South Africa: Still a National Crisis** Riana Nel’s case is a painful reminder of the **ongoing epidemic of gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa**. Even those with strong ties to the law enforcement community are not immune. This tragedy also highlights the **importance of holding perpetrators accountable** — regardless of their status or previous positions. ### **When Is the Next Court Date?** Rheeder is currently **in custody**, and his **bail hearing continues on July 1** at the Mthatha Magistrate's Court...

  --- In a major breakthrough against corruption, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) arrested five suspects in Durban on Saturday, 14 June 2025, in connection with a large-scale passport fraud syndicate. The arrests stem from a long-running investigation into the illegal issuance of South African passports to undocumented foreign nationals. The criminal operation allegedly involved employees of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), local citizens, and foreign nationals working in collusion. Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale confirmed that the arrests followed multiple warrants issued after an intensive probe led by the Hawks' Serious Corruption Investigation Unit. The investigation was triggered by a formal complaint from the DHA regarding suspicious passport applications. --- ### **Syndicate Unmasked** Between February 2020 and July 2023, corrupt officials and facilitators reportedly operated outside official working hours — including evenings, weeken...

**Bloemfontein, South Africa** — It’s been ten painful days since 19-year-old Kamogelo Baukudi, a Grade 11 learner at Martie du Plessis Special School, was allegedly abducted by two men pretending to be police officers. As the search continues, Free State Education MEC Mantlhake Maboya has made a heartfelt plea to the public: *“Help us bring this boy back home.”* Kamogelo was last seen on **June 5**, when he was reportedly picked up from school by a man identified as Daniel Malebatso. According to police spokesperson Lt-Col Thabo Covane, the two were traveling in a Suzuki Ertiga along Vereeniging Drive in Ehrlich Park when a white Toyota Hilux GD-6, flashing blue lights and allegedly fitted with a police radio, pulled them over. Inside the Hilux were two men—one dressed in a police uniform, the other in a blue tracksuit. Claiming the vehicle was suspected of transporting drugs, the men separated Kamogelo from Malebatso and instructed them to head to Park Road police station in convoy. ...

A fresh wave of deadly attacks between Israel and Iran has reignited global fears of a broader Middle East war, as US President Donald Trump claimed the conflict "can be easily ended"—while simultaneously warning Tehran against targeting American interests. Overnight into Sunday, missiles lit up the skies across Israel and Iran. In the Israeli city of Ashkelon, scenes of destruction played out as Iranian rockets were intercepted mid-air. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes devastated several sites in Tehran, including energy facilities and residential areas. Israeli authorities confirmed **at least seven deaths**, including a 10-year-old boy, a young girl, and a woman in her 20s, with over **140 injured** in the latest barrage. Rescue operations in Bat Yam, near Tel Aviv, continued after a missile collapsed an eight-story building. Dozens remain missing. Iran responded with fury. According to state media, **78 Iranians were killed** on the first day of Israel's campaign, and an...

A fresh group of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers is scheduled to arrive back on home soil this **Sunday afternoon**, marking the ongoing phased withdrawal of troops deployed in the **Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)**. According to SANDF officials, the **second group of returning troops** will land at **Air Force Base Waterkloof** in Pretoria between **3pm and 5pm**. A **third and final group** is expected to touch down on **Monday afternoon**, concluding South Africa’s contribution to the **SADC peacekeeping mission**. The returning soldiers are part of a mission that began in **December 2023**, aimed at supporting the DRC government in its fight against **M23 rebel groups** in the country’s eastern conflict zones. South African troops played a critical role in securing strategic regions and protecting civilians amid escalating violence. The SANDF has confirmed that upon arrival, the soldiers will undergo a **standard demobilisation programme**, including **med...

In a bold diplomatic push to prevent further chaos in the Middle East, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom have extended an urgent invitation to Iran for immediate negotiations over its nuclear programme. Germany’s Foreign Minister, Johann Wadephul, made the announcement during his visit to the region, expressing deep concern over escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran. > “Germany, together with France and Britain, is ready. We’re offering Iran immediate negotiations about the nuclear programme,” Wadephul told public broadcaster ARD. “I hope the offer is accepted.” The move comes as missile exchanges between Iran and Israel intensify, with civilian areas in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem under attack and retaliatory strikes by Israeli forces reportedly causing widespread destruction in Tehran. The international community is on edge, fearing the conflict could spill over and destabilize not just the region, but global peace. ### **Europe Steps In: A Plea for Peace** Wadephul emph...

The Soweto community has been left reeling after the shocking murder of Linda Makhubo, a beloved teacher at Tetelo Secondary School in Protea North. Makhubo, 34, was found dead in a veld in Meadowlands after reportedly requesting an e-hailing ride last Thursday. ### A Ride That Ended in Tragedy Makhubo’s colleague and close friend, Thandeka Nkambule, broke down as she described the pain of discovering his fate. “We were hopeful, but our worst fears came true when someone sent a photo of his body, dumped with his pants pulled down,” she said. According to Nkambule, Makhubo messaged her and their school principal last Thursday to say he wouldn't be at work, citing an appointment with lawyers. However, the tone of the message felt off, raising suspicions in hindsight. By Friday, with his phone off and messages unanswered, concern turned into panic. Nkambule visited his Protea Glen home only to find the gate unlocked and windows open — unusual behavior for Makhubo, who was known to be ...

As South Africans gear up to celebrate Father’s Day, one name on Gagasi FM's airwaves is striking a deeper chord this year — **DJ Sphectacula**. Best known as one half of the powerhouse DJ duo *Sphectacula & DJ Naves*, he’s now also becoming known as a proud, hands-on father who balances booming beats with baby bottles. In an exclusive sit-down with **TshisaLIVE**, the veteran DJ shared heartfelt insights into how fatherhood has reshaped his music, values, and daily life. > “It’s more than just school runs and bedtime stories. It’s about showing up, creating memories, and building a legacy,” he said. From remixing lullabies to navigating tantrums between gigs, Sphectacula’s journey shows that the decks may spin, but life’s most important rhythm plays at home. --- ### A Soundtrack of Love and Legacy As a father to two kids — including a three-and-a-half-month-old baby — Sphectacula doesn’t take the title “Dad” lightly. > “There’s nothing like that moment on a video call wh...

  South Africa’s entertainment industry is in mourning following the tragic death of popular house music producer and DJ, Takalani “Dosline” Mkanzi. Known for his high-energy sets and community-focused spirit, Dosline’s passing has left a void that fans and fellow artists are struggling to comprehend. The Middelburg-based DJ, widely celebrated for his electrifying performances and influence on the local music scene, reportedly died after a chilling roadside incident. According to a WhatsApp status posted shortly before his death, Dosline was struck by a vehicle on the N4 highway while changing a spare wheel. In the heart-wrenching message, he wrote: **“SOS PLEASE CALL COPS & AMBULANCE. I HAVE JUST BEEN BUMPED ON N4 WHILE CHANGING A SPARE WHEEL. I can't feel my legs. Drunk guys drove off. Help, help.”** The exact details surrounding the accident are still under investigation, but the raw emotion in his final message has sent shockwaves across the country. ### A Rising Star Silen...

  In a bold political move to revive the African National Congress (ANC)'s fading support, NEC member **Senzo Mchunu** officially launched **Operation Asiye Ekhaya** in Mtshezi, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, on Sunday. The campaign, whose name means *“Let’s Come Home”* in isiZulu, is the party’s latest effort to **reconnect with former members who left the ANC for rival political movements** such as the **EFF**, **MK Party**, and others. This initiative comes after the ANC suffered a devastating blow in the **2024 general elections**, securing only **17%** of the vote in KZN — a province once considered its stronghold. > “The ANC has lost millions of members to splinter parties like the EFF and most recently the MK Party led by former president Jacob Zuma,” Mchunu said. The event in Mtshezi welcomed approximately **200 defectors** from various parties, including the **MK Party** and **National Freedom Party (NFP)** — signaling the ANC’s renewed intent to **rebuild grassroots support**...

  **Published: March 19, 2025**   **By Chris Shaw**   Liverpool FC midfielder **Ryan Gravenberch** has withdrawn from **Netherlands international duty** due to a fitness concern, the Dutch Football Association confirmed on Wednesday evening.   ## **Gravenberch Misses Netherlands' UEFA Nations League Fixtures**   The 22-year-old midfielder had initially joined the national squad alongside fellow Liverpool teammates **Cody Gakpo** and **Virgil van Dijk** in preparation for the **UEFA Nations League** double-header against **Spain** on March 21 and March 24. However, he will now return to **Liverpool FC** for further assessment.   The exact nature of Gravenberch's injury remains unclear, but Liverpool’s medical team will evaluate his condition upon arrival at **Merseyside**. This development comes at a crucial time for the **Reds**, as they prepare for a highly anticipated **Premier League** clash against **Everton** on April 2 at **An...

  ## **SuperSport United Parts Ways with Coach Gavin Hunt Amid Relegation Battle**   SuperSport United has officially dismissed head coach **Gavin Hunt** with immediate effect following a series of disappointing results in the **Betway Premiership**. This decision comes as the club finds itself in the **relegation zone**, a situation unfamiliar to the Tshwane-based side.   ### **Why Was Gavin Hunt Fired?**   An inside source confirmed to **Sunday World** that the club had been contemplating Hunt’s dismissal for some time.   > *“Results have not been forthcoming, and the coach has been under pressure for a while now. SuperSport United is not used to being in this position. A meeting was held this morning (Thursday), and it was decided that Hunt would step down so the club could find a new coach to turn things around.”*   Hunt, who had previously secured multiple **Premier Soccer League (PSL)** titles, briefly silenced his critics ...

Tricksters are making definite clones of South African web based shopping sites, publicizing their trick destinations on Facebook involving incredible arrangements as trap, and taking installment for orders yet never delivering the items. Nearby women design retailer Desray as of late had such an occurrence, yet they aren't the main web-based store that con artists have cloned to take individuals' cash. A pursuit of the Specialists Against 419 phony destinations list returns many locales designated in parodying assaults. Not these are specialty online business administrators by the same token. Organizations like Woolworths and HiFi Corp have additionally had their destinations cloned in comparable assaults. Desray's story is especially fascinating in light of the fact that they uncovered how the tricksters were charging individuals' Mastercards and how little Facebook seemed to think often about trick profiles on its foundation. They additionally uncovered the colossal ...

Everton F.C. holds a special place in the hearts of football enthusiasts across the globe. This iconic club has left an indelible mark on the landscape of English football, transcending the boundaries of traditional team rivalries. With a storied history dating back to 1878, Everton has become a phenomenon that continues to captivate fans and pundits alike. The impact of Everton F.C. on English football cannot be overstated. From their dominance in the early years, winning league titles and FA Cups, to their pioneering spirit in the introduction of floodlights at Goodison Park, Everton has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation and excellence. But it's not just their on-field achievements that have made Everton a true powerhouse. Their commitment to community engagement, nurturing young talent through their academy, and unwavering support for charitable causes have positioned the club as a beacon of inspiration and unwavering commitment to the beautiful game. In this a...