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Acclaimed actress, poet and presenter Lebo Mashile reflects on landing a role in the international psychological thriller Strung and why she believes South African talent is ready to take center stage globally. Speaking to Sowetan, Mashile opens up about starring alongside Chloe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield, Coco Jones, Lucien Laviscount and Anna Diop, bringing her character Femi to life, the pride of w...

Uganda International and World record holder Joshua Chetegei says he he is eager to make history on African soil by running under 27 in the Absa Run Your City in Durban on Sunday. SowetanLIVE

Mpho Makhubela Communications Officer for Lawyers for Human Rights says Concourt has confirmed that specific provisions of the Refugees Act are unconstitutional because they create procedural barriers that prevent asylum seekers from having their claims determined on their merits, contrary to the Constitution and the principle of non-refoulement. SowetanLIVE

Debt counsellor Sharon Mmitsi says many consumers are taking out short-term loans after seeing the amount they expect to receive from SARS, only to discover their actual refund is lower because of tax debt, penalties or other deductions. SowetanLIVE

Land Party Leader Gcobani Ndzongana says they are trying to appeal to young voters with naming Ntsiki Mazwai as their Mayoral candidate for Joburg. But they will be fielding more candidates in other areas. SowetanLIVE

Health expert Dr Angelique Coetzee described the prolonged waiting times as deeply concerning, saying delayed surgery could have serious consequences for children’s health and wellbeing. SowetanLIVE

Monde Mkalipi Road Traffic Infringement Authority (RTIA) Spokesperson says license demerit system is not yet effective but rather Aarto elective options have been made available. SowetanLIVE

Citadel’s wealth management strategy is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.  Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by John Kennedy, the newly appointed head of wealth management at Citadel.  The discussion focuses on Kennedy’s 25-year tenure at the firm; strategies for managing wealth during volatile times; and the future of the financial advisory industry. Producer: Demi Buzo Business...

I was on a podcast! And not just any podcast - one of my personal favourites! Something Shifted with Sean Loots is an award-winning South African storytelling podcast and in this excerpt you'll get a taste of Sean's interview with me. I answer questions like: Am I a psychopath? What happens when you grow up in a seismic testing centre? And, most importantly: How do I sleep at night? If you've ever...

City Power's Lenasia security team leader, Marks Tshifhiwa, has described the tense negotiations that unfolded before frustrated residents allegedly turned violent, saying the utility feared its electricians could also be held hostage while trying to restore electricity. SowetanLIVE

JMPD director of Operations Angie Mokasi (51) the first woman to act on position of head of department between 2020 and 2024 graduates in uniform. SowetanLIVE

Easy-to-access AI tools can help you increase your chances of finding employment. SowetanLIVE

Dr Dale McKinley, spokesperson for Kopanang Africa Against Xenophobia (KAAX), says migrants have been used as a political weapon by particular political parties and individuals for personal gain. SowetanLIVE

Are you carrying burdens that feel like they’re weighing you down and are too much for you to carry? The reason it feels heavy is because you were never meant to carry them. This week’s episode delves into parts in scripture where God invites His children into a place of rest by faith, where all burdens are cast unto His hands.

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH)’s strategy for growthis the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.  Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Phetheni Nkuna, recently appointed COO at law firm CDH.  Topics of discussion include the professionalisation of modern legal operations; CDH’s footprint; the firm's strategic focus on innovation; and the complex cross-border pressures of operating in Africa...

Bafana Bafana hero Thapelo Maseko's father Motsamai reveal how they celebrated the goal scored by their son Thapelo when Bafana beat South Korea 1-0 on Thursday to book a place in the Fifa World Cup last 32 after finishing second in Group A. Bafana will face co-host Canada on Sunday at 9pm in the next round. SowetanLIVE

Naked Insurance’s artificial intelligence (AI) strategy is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Alex Thomson, co-founder of Naked Insurance Through the discussion, the tech founder highlights Naked’s AI strategy; differentiation in the market; and plans for the company’s recently raised funds. Producer: Bulelani Nonyukela Business Day Spotlight i...

Sultry singer Bassie has become one of amapiano’s most distinctive voices, soundtracking love and heartbreak through her chart-topping hits. But away from the spotlight, the 26-year-old is juggling teaching practicals, 5am wake-ups and the demands of a flourishing music career. Speaking to Sowetan, the singer opens up about being a hopeless romantic, navigating fame, finding financial security and...

Juliane Hoss a therapist, systemic counsellor, and coach based in Johannesburg shares tips on how to spot a romance scammer online. SowetanLIVE

Neighbours had called Sibusiso Mpungose an excellent father, citing how much time he seemed to spend with his children. But when his life began to unravel and it seemed he was going to have to answer for his actions, he chose instead to ensure that everyone left behind would suffer the real consequences. On an ordinary Tuesday in September 2019 he carried out a ghastly plan which would end four li...

PSG Wealth’s chief investment officer Adriaan Pask explores AI-driven job displacement risk, its effects on corporate profit margins, junior-labour market dynamics, and the evolving role of robotics in manufacturing.

Old Mutual investment in one of South Africa’s largest technology events is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.  Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Celiwe Ross, group chief human capital and corporate affairs officer at Old Mutual.  Topics include Old Mutual’s transition timeline for AI adoption; structural framework for the hybrid workforce; and the company’s various technology...

It was her mother’s life’s work that inspired Zilungile Silinda, a master’s graduate of the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Department of Political Science, to focus her dissertation on obstetric violence, obtaining an impressive 83% for her ef SowetanLIVE

Lungelo Ndaba said he plans to stay at the Cape Town robots until the end of the month to broaden his chances for work. SowetanLIVE

“I have never fought for a role the way I fought for Joyce,” says actress Gugu Gumede as she reflects on landing the career-defining role in Netflix’s The Polygamist. Speaking to Sowetan, the 35-year-old opened up about the emotional toll of playing Joyce, the fan reactions that have turned the show into a cultural phenomenon, and why she could never judge one of television’s most talked-about cha...