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IOL News
11-08-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Patriotic Alliance faces leadership turmoil as it deals with various controversies
The Patriotic Alliance (PA) is in turmoil as controversy surrounds key leaders, threatening their standing in politics. The leadership of the Patriotic Alliance (PA) is facing tough times, with two senior members caught in a scandal. A political analyst has warned that 'trust is one of the most critical currencies in politics.' This comes in the wake of the resignation of the party's deputy president and former transport MMC, Kenny Kunene, and a storm over Patriotic Alliance leader and Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie's use of the K-word in a recent live video and older social media posts, sparking public outrage and mounting calls for his removal. McKenzie has confirmed that he will undergo an investigation following his controversial tweets and has issued an apology. "I can never be guilty of racism, try some other take down, but never racism. I did tweet some insensitive, stupid and hurtful things a decade or two ago. I was a troll & stupid. I cringe when seeing them, and I am truly sorry for that. I shall subject myself to the investigation," he said in a post on X on Monday. Last year, the Democratic Alliance terminated the membership of their parliamentarian, Renaldo Gouws, after an old video surfaced online in which he used racist language. This video was originally posted on his YouTube channel in 2010. In the same year, the South African Human Rights Commission initiated proceedings at the Equality Court in Gqeberha against Gouws. They stated that he "is expected to uphold and embody the principles enshrined in the Constitution, including human dignity, equality, and non-discrimination." As a result of this incident, Gouws, who apologised for his remarks, lost his parliamentary seat. Meanwhile, during a live address on Sunday night, McKenzie further announced that he has appointed the law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr to investigate allegations involving PA Deputy President Kunene, providing clarity on the party's response to the controversy surrounding Kunene's conduct. Political analyst Kenneth Mokgatlhe said that despite the party facing a political storm, it likely will not hurt them much. The party has strong support among the coloured community, who feel ignored by the government. Mokgatlhe noted that only a strong rival from within the community can take votes from them. "People who voted for them knew their past reputation, and they seemed to be comfortable with that. I don't think these particular storms may affect their electoral performance," he added. Mokgatlhe also urged the party to professionalise its communication. He said McKenzie, as a minister, should issue formal statements and conduct himself more respectfully, as his behaviour sometimes raises doubts about his understanding of his role. 'The party needs to clearly state its position and remain consistent.' He added that internal crises often cause parties to decline, citing the PAC, COPE, and NFP as examples. Such conflicts create opposing groups within the party, leading to factionalism, a problem the ANC has struggled with since the 2007 Polokwane Conference. "Parties have a constitution, which is a legal and political mechanism to help run the party. However, it is really difficult to implement the Constitution when you have parties like PA, ActionSA, RiseMzansi, and now MKP, which never go to policy and elective conferences," Mokgatlhe concluded. Political analyst Sandile Swana previously stated that the PA tried to avoid scrutiny by launching an internal investigation outside legal channels. He suggested this was an attempt to downplay Kenny Kunene's alleged misconduct. 'They would have hired a law firm to do a whitewash of Kenny Nkunene's deeds,' Swana said. He said an inquiry led by the Speaker or Mayor Dada Morero would have uncovered far more, including possible links between Kunene and the criminal underworld, something that would have seriously damaged both him and Gayton McKenzie, as well as the party as a whole. The Star
The Star
11-08-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Patriotic Alliance faces leadership turmoil as it deals with various controversies
The leadership of the Patriotic Alliance (PA) is facing tough times, with two senior members caught in a scandal. A political analyst has warned that 'trust is one of the most critical currencies in politics.' This comes in the wake of the resignation of the party's deputy president and former transport MMC, Kenny Kunene, and a storm over Patriotic Alliance leader and Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie's use of the K-word in a recent live video and older social media posts, sparking public outrage and mounting calls for his removal. McKenzie has confirmed that he will undergo an investigation following his controversial tweets and has issued an apology. "I can never be guilty of racism, try some other take down, but never racism. I did tweet some insensitive, stupid and hurtful things a decade or two ago. I was a troll & stupid. I cringe when seeing them, and I am truly sorry for that. I shall subject myself to the investigation," he said in a post on X on Monday. Last year, the Democratic Alliance terminated the membership of their parliamentarian, Renaldo Gouws, after an old video surfaced online in which he used racist language. This video was originally posted on his YouTube channel in 2010. In the same year, the South African Human Rights Commission initiated proceedings at the Equality Court in Gqeberha against Gouws. They stated that he "is expected to uphold and embody the principles enshrined in the Constitution, including human dignity, equality, and non-discrimination." As a result of this incident, Gouws, who apologised for his remarks, lost his parliamentary seat. Meanwhile, during a live address on Sunday night, McKenzie further announced that he has appointed the law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr to investigate allegations involving PA Deputy President Kunene, providing clarity on the party's response to the controversy surrounding Kunene's conduct. Political analyst Kenneth Mokgatlhe said that despite the party facing a political storm, it likely will not hurt them much. The party has strong support among the coloured community, who feel ignored by the government. Mokgatlhe noted that only a strong rival from within the community can take votes from them. "People who voted for them knew their past reputation, and they seemed to be comfortable with that. I don't think these particular storms may affect their electoral performance," he added. Mokgatlhe also urged the party to professionalise its communication. He said McKenzie, as a minister, should issue formal statements and conduct himself more respectfully, as his behaviour sometimes raises doubts about his understanding of his role. 'The party needs to clearly state its position and remain consistent.' He added that internal crises often cause parties to decline, citing the PAC, COPE, and NFP as examples. Such conflicts create opposing groups within the party, leading to factionalism, a problem the ANC has struggled with since the 2007 Polokwane Conference. "Parties have a constitution, which is a legal and political mechanism to help run the party. However, it is really difficult to implement the Constitution when you have parties like PA, ActionSA, RiseMzansi, and now MKP, which never go to policy and elective conferences," Mokgatlhe concluded. Political analyst Sandile Swana previously stated that the PA tried to avoid scrutiny by launching an internal investigation outside legal channels. He suggested this was an attempt to downplay Kenny Kunene's alleged misconduct. 'They would have hired a law firm to do a whitewash of Kenny Nkunene's deeds,' Swana said. He said an inquiry led by the Speaker or Mayor Dada Morero would have uncovered far more, including possible links between Kunene and the criminal underworld, something that would have seriously damaged both him and Gayton McKenzie, as well as the party as a whole. The Star [email protected]
Hamilton Spectator
01-08-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Melfort begins road, sidewalk repairs Aug. 5
MELFORT – On July 28, a construction notice was sent to residents, businesses and property owners by the City of Melfort, advising that sidewalk and road repairs will soon begin. The notice stated that construction will take place in the following areas: Nadine Gouws, municipal project manager, said in the city's notice: 'The planned work zone includes approximately 135 metres of McKendry Avenue East and 100 metres of Alberta Street North, as shown in the attached site maps. We are providing this advance notice to ensure any coordination issues can be addressed well ahead of construction.' She added, 'The City's contractor, B&B Construction Group Inc., is tentatively scheduled to begin work on Aug. 5, 2025. Construction is expected to take approximately two to three weeks to complete, weather permitting and barring unforeseen delays.' Scope of work includes: Sidewalks may be closed, and access to on-street parking or driveways may be temporarily restricted. If construction occurs in front of or near your property, please arrange alternate parking and follow all posted signage. Traffic barricades will be in place for public safety. The contractor will make provisions to maintain pedestrian access to business entrances. For your safety and that of the crews, stay clear of the construction zone and obey all signage. Children and pets should be supervised at all times near the work area. Garbage and recycling pickup will continue without interruption. If your street is closed, Greenland Waste will collect from the back alley on your regular collection day according to the construction notice. Gouws added, 'Back alley pickup will only apply to residents whose street access is temporarily blocked due to construction. If you have questions or require special access arrangements during construction, please contact our office.' Nadine Gouws, Municipal Project Manager for the City of Melfort, can be reached at 306-752-5911 or by email at city@ . According to the Cities Infrastructure Update, this project is part of Melfort's broader infrastructure renewal initiative. In 2024, the City secured over $1.2 million in funding through the Canada Community-Building Fund to support road and sidewalk upgrades across key residential and commercial areas. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
5-Year-Old Drew Anatomically Correct Picture of Dad for School; Now Mom is Avoiding the Teacher
A budding 5-year-old artist drew a portrait of her dad and as it turns out, she's not the only one in the family well-equipped for greatness. 'They walk in on you ONCE in the shower… and NEVER FORGET,' South African mom Lauren Gouws captioned an Instagram post. 'The school is gonna have a lot of questions for my poor husband. What can I say? My 5-year-old believes in accuracy.' And based on Lyana-Rose's drawing of her dad in tight blue jeans, she wasn't exaggerating. Shaun may want to size up. As one commenter put it, 'I think that's a HERNIA.' At first the Gouws were stumped by what their daughter had added to her illustration. Lauren Gouws tells that her daughter was happy to clear up the confusion; according to her mom, she explained, quite confidently, that it was, in fact, 'the willy.' When asked by her parents why she chose to be so anatomically correct, Lyana-Rose simply replied, 'Well, he has one.' 'And she's not wrong!' mom Lauren says with a laugh. The Gouws proudly displayed Lyana-Rose's sketch on their fridge. 'Why would we hide it? It's priceless,' Lauren says. Still, a few people couldn't help but ask: How did she know what her dad looks like down there? 'There's no such thing as privacy with kids,' Lauren explains. The Gouws are also parents of daughter Lily-Hannah, 2. 'We don't have locks on our bathroom doors. And nudity shouldn't be something that's automatically sexualized. If she were 12 or 13, it would be different. But we're talking about a 5-year-old.' Meanwhile, the comments on Lauren's post keep rolling in, and they're every bit as priceless as the drawing. 'Congratulations, you married well.' 'The arms spread out wide is the best part … ta-da!' "My mom told me I drew her once all naked with a whole ton of pubic hair and sagging boobs, and that teachers still framed it on the alongside other children's drawings for Mother's Day.' '2 inches ... from the floor.' "My son drew a picture of his dad pooping on the toilet." One person Lauren hasn't heard from? Lyana-Rose's teacher. 'I've made an effort to sort of avoid her,' Lauren admits. 'I feel like she looks at me differently now. Her smile's just a little … off.' This article was originally published on
The Citizen
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Blairgowrie-based racer Johan Gouws shows resilience at Zwartkops Raceway
Blairgowrie racer Johan Gouws showcased grit, skill, and relentless pace to secure a pair of standout performances in Round 3 of the 2025 Formula Vee Championship at Zwartkops Raceway. Qualifying brought early drama when Gouws could only clock one timed lap before a sudden electrical issue struck. He said, luckily, it turned out to be just a battery earth wire that had come loose, and that single lap was good enough for 10th on the grid. Race 1 saw Gouws come alive off the line, launching past two cars before even reaching the first corner. With his car handling superbly, he took a hard-fought and well-deserved fifth-place finish. Read more: Sharonlea-based racer gets a taste of historic 1962 RE Alfa Formula 1 (F1) race car Starting fifth in Race 2, he wasted no time as he passed a couple of cars to slot into third early on. He said that while applying pressure on MD Bester in second place, he was under attack from a hungry six-car train behind. 'Midway through the race, proceedings were abruptly halted following a high-speed incident. Fortunately, both drivers walked away unscathed.' Also read: Sharonlea father and son racers deliver at the championship round of the Historic Single Seaters The restart brought fresh drama with Gouws involved in another chaotic contact and a high-speed spin. 'I was lucky not to hit anything; I managed to get the car started again and still passed two more cars to finish eighth. One of the best races I've ever had.' He added that his team did an amazing job prepping the car. 'It felt dialled in, a huge thanks to my sponsors for making this possible: Arcanjo Printer Repairs, Engineering, IRCA Global, and Advanced Fastening Systems.' Follow us on our Whatsapp channel, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok for the latest updates and inspiration! Have a story idea? We'd love to hear from you – join our WhatsApp group and share your thoughts! Related article: Minor setback could not stop Blairgowrie racer At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
