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The Citizen
24-05-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Water issues continue to anger communities of Bronkhorstspruit and Ekangala
Although the City of Tshwane (CoT) has started repairs on the raw water plant and the water treatment plant in Bronkhorstspruit, frustration over ongoing water outages is increasing. Things reached a boiling point in Ekangala this week. Concerned residents from wards 103 and 104 informed their councillors of their intent to protest on May 21 until their issues about the poor water supply are heard. A letter sent to the two ward councillors notified them that the wards' communities had had enough of the ongoing water shortages and that residents were left with no alternative but to protest. The residents indicated that an organised protest would begin early on Wednesday and continue daily until the city's mayoral committee gave the community a 'clear and actionable plan for its immediate and long-term resolution'. In their letter, the residents said public transport and local businesses might be affected by protest activities. 'We reiterate that this protest will be peaceful, but firm in its objective to draw attention to our desperate situation. The well-being of wards 103 and 104 hinges on a swift and effective resolution to this water crisis.' A local bedridden individual on life support, Nomvuyo Mashele, also expressed frustration and concern about the prolonged water supply issues. 'We had intermittent water supply for two weeks, and the recent outage left us without running water for days.' As a bedridden person on life support, struggling with multiple chronic illnesses, this situation is not just inconvenient; it is a serious health risk. 'The lack of water makes it impossible for me to maintain basic hygiene, which is crucial for my well-being. I urge you to take immediate action to restore a consistent water supply to our area. This isn't just a matter of comfort; it is a matter of urgent necessity,' said Mashele. ALSO CHECK: Plant refurbishment will alleviate water shortages in Standerton Things would worsen very soon, is the consensus among residents. 'We are being deprived of a basic right to access to water,' declared an angry resident from Rethabiseng. Two faulty pumps at the water treatment plant are said to have caused the latest water outage. A delegation from the CoT, including the MMC for Region 7, the regional head and the ward councillors, visited the plant on Tuesday and offered an explanation and apology via video to the wards 103 and 104 residents. Jabu Mabona, the regional head, asked the residents to use the supplied water tankers until the water was restored. The delegation believed this would happen before Friday. ALSO CHECK: Sewage threatens health of cancer-stricken twins from eMzinoni At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
22-04-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
EFF to march to the Premier's office challenging Orania's existence
EFF in the Northern Cape is set to stage a protest march to the office of Premier Zamani Saul on Tuesday, voicing strong opposition to the continued existence of the town of Orania. The EFF contended that Orania represented a deliberate effort to preserve the remnants of apartheid-era ideologies, warning that its continued operation signals a broader aspiration to normalise segregationist principles in a democratic South Africa. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ EFF's public representative in the Sol Platjiee municipality, Prince Mashele, confirmed in a video posted on socials that they will continue with the march. 'We can never be party to a government that is allowing segregation within our province. We are going to advocate for the total eradication of Orania in our province,' he said. IOL reported last week that the EFF called for a review of Orania's status, urging that it be evaluated in line with the South African Constitution and applicable national legislation. The party argued that Orania — a predominantly Afrikaans enclave with an estimated population of 3,000 — undermines national unity and perpetuates ideologies reminiscent of the apartheid era. The EFF asserted that this kind of socio-political model directly contradicts South Africa's constitutional principles of equality, inclusivity, and non-racialism — core values of the country's democracy. EFF provincial chairperson Shadrack Tlhaole reportedly stated that the party is prepared to confront the situation in Orania. He emphasised that the issue being raised by the EFF is a serious national concern that requires the attention and involvement of both black and white South Africans. 'We are taking our march and continuing with our march to the premier's office, demanding what we have said, and that will continue. 'Orania should be abolished, and Orania is not what we should appreciate and accept as the EFF,' Tlhaole said. This comes after an unsuccessful engagement with the leadership of Orania and representatives of the Freedom Front Plus (FF+) last week. Meanwhile, MK Party visited another whites-only settlement, Kleinfontein, in Pretoria on Monday, complaining about the same situation as the EFF.
The Citizen
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
KaMhlushwa DJ optimistic about being a famous radio presenter
DJ Makhekhe, real name Bongani Mashele (24), is forging a path in the broadcasting industry, showcasing his passion and dedication for connecting with listeners and encouraging people to dance. Mashele said his career began in 2017 at an online radio platform, Pocket Stereo FM, where he spent two years honing his craft. 'I did not know anything about radio, so I gained experience at that station. This also opened a lot of opportunities to work at KaMhlushwa Online Radio for more than two years doing the weekend breakfast show,' Mashele said. ALSO READ: Young Ehlanzeni athletes win medals at national champs In 2021, he joined KRadio to refine his on-air presence and then moved on to Voice of Hope FM. With a wealth of experience under his belt, Mashele said he is looking forward to the next chapters in his career. He is hoping to work in mainstream radio for Ligwalagwala FM, which would align with his professional growth aspirations, allowing him to further develop his skills and continue serving his loyal followers and listeners. ALSO READ: Music, food and fun at Mbombela Farmers Market As a side hustle, Mashele is a DJ and he plays at clubs and events. He is also a versatile music connoisseur, playing a variety of music such as amapiano, old school house, Afropop, soul and R&B. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
