Latest news with #Tembisa
News24
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Shalate Sekhabi bids farewell to House of Zwide's Shoki
It's the end of an era for House of Zwide fans. For the better part of four years, actress Shalate Sekhabi has donned the character Shoki, best friend and confidante to Nefisa Mkhabela's Ona Molapo on eTV's House of Zwide. The show's fifth season started after the fourth season ended with major cliffhanger where Shoki is involved in a car accident with Wanda Zuma's Nkosi, resulting in her succumbing to her injuries. This marks the end of Shalate's run on the show after a whirlwind four seasons of heartbreak, explosive drama and finding love. Taking to Instagram, Shalate penned a heartfelt message of gratitude as hangs up Shoki's character. 'My heart is filled with so much gratitude. Farewell Shoki! ... thank you so much to everyone who has embraced and loved Shoki over the years. It's because of this character that I've become a household name and got my start in this industry,' Shalate writes. 'Shoki has changed my life beyond anything I could have ever imagined and the love from all the viewers online and in person is the most amazing thing to come out of all of this. This is very bittersweet for me because I will miss playing Shoki, I played her for four years and most of you all know me as her!' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kgabang Shalate Sekhabi (@shalatesekhabi) Fans of the soap opera have seen Shoki grow through all phases of her life. Shoki grew from a young and bright-eyed fledgling fashion designer from Tembisa to becoming the face of the House of Zwide line. Weekday evenings had viewers on the edge of their seats with drama-filled storylines like the intense love triangle between Shoki, Mampho (played by Gaisang Noge) and Nkosi. In the end, true love prevailed as Shoki and Nkosi tied the knot in a lavish and tearjerking ceremony. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TRUELOVE Magazine (@truelovemagazine) House of Zwide is far from the last time South Africans will see Shalate on their screens. The 24-year-old actress and singer's latest role is on the Netflix original series Go!, where she pulls viewers' heartstrings as the character Nthabi. 'This is truly the end of an era but all chapters have to end at some point,' pens Shalate.
News24
a day ago
- General
- News24
'They want to loot': Tension grips Tembisa despite temporary electricity tariff suspension
The situation remains tense in Tembisa, despite promises to temporarily suspend the controversial fixed R126 electricity tariff charge. Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once.
News24
a day ago
- News24
Tensions flare in Tembisa over electricity charges as residents clash with police
Violent protests have erupted in Tembisa as residents block roads and pelt police with stones over new electricity tariffs and flat-rate charges by the Ekurhuleni Municipality. Residents demand the cancellation of increased municipal bills, reconnection of electricity supply, and scrapping of additional monthly charges that was not sanctioned by Nersa. Some residents were prevented from leaving the area because of blocked roads that prevented access to home, work and crèches. There is a tense stand-off between residents and police in Phomolong, Tembisa with locals blocking roads with burning tyres and debris following an electricity hike by the City of Ekurhuleni. Protesters also hurled rocks and other debris at police who were attempting to clear the area. Civilians attempting to access the area were turned away, including local residents trying to reach their homes. Protests erupted on Sunday night in response to imposed tariffs and monthly charges implemented by the City of Ekurhuleni on electricity bills. Ekurhuleni Mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza is expected to address the aggrieved residents in the afternoon. No flat rate increase Thabiso Selepe, a resident, voiced his frustration saying they were against the additional flat rate charges introduced by the municipality on top of the recent Nersa-approved tariff increase that took effect from 1 July. 'We don't have a problem with Nersa's rate hike, but the municipal flat rate must be scrapped. The municipality must cancel it. We were never consulted, and they don't respect us. They must also scrap all municipal bills and reconnect electricity for those whose supply was disconnected,' he said. The municipality added a 13.4% increase in addition to the Nersa charge. Paulina Mthombeni was among several residents denied access to Phomolong. She was returning from a night shift and, along with others, was accused of opposing the protest by going to work. 'I couldn't reach my home. I watched from a distance as residents clashed with the police,' she said. Another resident, Tracy Gumede, raised concerns about her child's safety. 'I was called from work to collect my child from the crèche, but I couldn't get there because the roads are blockaded,' she said. 'I live in Phomolong, but they won't let me in, ' she complained. Gumede said she wasn't aware of the planned protest. 'I left early in the morning, and everything was quiet. There were no signs of a protest. I share the same frustrations as my neighbours, but I had to go earn a living.'
News24
26-06-2025
- Politics
- News24
Ramaphosa drops DA deputy minister; Top cop arrested: Today's top 7 stories in 7 minutes
News24 brings you the top 7 stories of the day. News24 brings you the top stories of the day, summarised into neat little packages. Read through quickly or listen to the articles via our customised text-to-speech feature. DA supports Budget 3.0, despite Whitfield axing - The DA will support the national Budget despite the party's deputy minister being axed from the government of national unity (GNU). - DA leader John Steenhuisen challenged President Ramaphosa to prove the DA is a trustworthy partner within 48 hours. - Steenhuisen stated the DA is prioritising South Africa's interests over party politics by voting for the bill. Police Crime Intelligence boss Dumisani Khumalo arrested - Major-General Dumisani Khumalo, the SA Police Service Crime Intelligence (CI) boss, has been arrested by the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) for alleged unlawful senior appointments. - This is the second arrest of senior CI officers in two weeks, following the arrest of Major-General Philani Lushaba and others for allegedly covering up a burglary at Lushaba's home. - Khumalo will be transported to a police station in Pretoria for processing. DEAR TAXPAYER | Tembisa Hospital 'kingpin' faces SARS charges as R500m corruption web widens - Stefan Govindraju, a key figure in the R2.3-billion Tembisa Hospital procurement scandal, faces criminal tax charges for allegedly failing to submit tax returns for his company, Fuligenix. - Govindraju controlled over 56 companies that received nearly R450 million in dubious tenders from Tembisa Hospital, flagged as potentially fraudulent by murdered whistleblower Babita Deokaran. - An investigation revealed Govindraju's network was wider than previously known, with five additional entities and R16 million in payments, and the SIU uncovered severe procurement irregularities, fraud, and money laundering. 'We both die, or you die alone': How one woman fought off gunman who tried to rape her - Onkabetse Zandile Mashile fought off a gun-wielding attacker who ambushed, strangled, and attempted to rape her. - Mashile criticised the police for their lack of response, even with the attacker's location from her phone tracker. - Police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said a robbery with a firearm case was opened and encouraged the victim to report the allegations of policing failing to assist her. Misha Jordaan/Gallo Images via Getty Images 'We can't kill mining for fresh air' says Mantashe on Karoo fracking - Minister Gwede Mantashe is advocating for the revival of shale gas exploration in the Karoo to address South Africa's looming gas shortage. - Mantashe criticises South Africa's inaction, stating the country behaves like it doesn't want to save itself despite the impending depletion of gas resources from Mozambique. - He says that once environmental regulations are received from the DFFE, the moratorium on fracking will be lifted, inviting investment in Karoo's shale gas. Daniel Hlongwane/Gallo Images 'I almost jumped on him!' Lood back with the Boks after nightmare two years - Lood de Jager is making a comeback to the Springboks after overcoming injuries and a heart condition, partnering with Jean Kleyn for the Barbarians clash. - Teammates and coach Rassie Erasmus praise De Jager's resilience, skill, and dedication to the game, highlighting his importance to the team. - De Jager expresses his excitement to be back, acknowledging the competition at lock and his motivation to contribute to the Springboks. Show Comments ()
The Herald
24-06-2025
- The Herald
Woman arrested in connection with kidnapping of newborn at Joburg clinic
A 21-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping of a three-day-old child from a health clinic in the eastern part of Johannesburg. Police spokesperson Sgt Patricia Mgijima said the 31-year-old mother had taken her infant for a check-up at Margaret Zuma Clinic in the Winnie Mandela section of Tembisa on Monday afternoon. 'The mother wanted to use the toilet. She found the suspect and other women in a queue. The suspect offered to hold her baby so the mother could relieve herself,' said Mgijima. She said the mother came out of the toilet and discovered the suspect had disappeared with her child. CCTV footage showed the woman, who was wearing a black tracksuit, walking out of the clinic with a baby swaddled in a blanket. By mid-morning on Tuesday, police had traced and arrested her at the nearby Dali Mpofu informal settlement. Mgijima said according to the suspect, she wanted to claim the child as her own after she miscarried in May. 'She told us she was scared to tell her family and her partner's family she miscarried.' The baby appeared to be unhurt but is being medically assessed as a precaution. The suspect is expected to appear before the Tembisa magistrate's court soon. Last month, two baby abductions were reported to police. In Durban, a two-week-old baby was found safe after allegedly being kidnapped by a 21-year-old woman who had suffered a miscarriage a few weeks before. Private security firm Rusa said she had allegedly hatched the plan 'so her boyfriend would not dump her' after meeting the newborn's mother at a clinic. In Gqeberha, Sinovuyo Rabula, 22, who had falsely told her boyfriend she was going to have twins, is on trial after two infants were allegedly snatched from the neonatal ICU ward at the Dora Nginza hospital. Police found she had allegedly visited the hospital three times in May, claiming she was pregnant. Doctors did a pregnancy test on Rabula, which came back negative, and referred her to a psychologist on her last visit on May 19, the Herald reported. TimesLIVE
