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News24
04-08-2025
- News24
Woman, 20, arrested for murder of 3-month-old baby in Limpopo village
A 20-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly choking a 3-month-old baby to death. The police were notified of the child's death on Friday evening after two people took the child to a clinic in Vleifontein in the Vhembe District of Limpopo, according to police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba. The two people told police that they were at a house in the area along with the 20-year-old woman, who was holding the baby. The woman went inside, and when they went to check on her, they caught her choking the baby. They intervened and rushed the little boy to the clinic, but it was too late. 'A case of murder was immediately opened, and the suspect was traced and subsequently apprehended for the murder of a 3-month-old victim. The motive behind the incident is unknown,' Ledwaba added. The woman, who is a relative of the deceased, will appear in the Makhado Magistrate's Court on a charge of murder.
The Herald
02-08-2025
- The Herald
Two suspects arrested after headless bodies of woman and daughter found in Limpopo
Police in Limpopo found the headless bodies of a woman and her two-year-old daughter in Thohoyandou in the Vhembe district on Friday. The mother and daughter had been missing since May 19. Police said they had arrested two suspects, aged 43 and 32, in connection with the murders. 'During the process, it was discovered that the bodies were without heads. More disturbingly, one of the suspects is alleged to be the boyfriend of the deceased.' Tshilidzi Phalandwa and Balangani Sedzani Tshivhombedze appeared in the Vuwani magistrate's court on Friday and were remanded. The matter was postponed for further investigation. The suspects will appear in court again on August 12. TimesLIVE
The Citizen
10-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Vhembe boxers suffer defeats at tournament
Quick read Two Vhembe boxers, Rider Muleba and Humbulani Netshamutshedzi, suffered losses in international bouts. Muleba lost on points to Zimbabwe's Chiedza Homakona; Netshamutshedzi was defeated by TKO against Botswana's Mmusi Tswiige. Despite setbacks, organisers praised the talent shown and reaffirmed their commitment to developing rural boxing in the region. Full story LIMPOPO – It was a night to forget for local boxing fans as two of Vhembe's own fighters suffered disappointing defeats during the Mama Rocks Boxing Tournament held at Khoroni Hotel last Friday night. Rider Muleba, a female lightweight boxer from Tshidzini, was outclassed by her Zimbabwe-based opponent Chiedza Homakona, losing on points in their international lightweight bout. Muleba appeared unprepared and lacked energy from the outset, allowing Homakona to dominate the ring with relentless combinations and pressure. In the international middleweight division, Humbulani Netshamutshedzi, another local fighter, lost by technical knockout (TKO) to Mmusi Tswiige from Botswana. The defeat sparked concerns over Netshamutshedzi's boxing future, as this adds another loss to his record. Despite the setback, Netshamutshedzi remains optimistic: 'I haven't lost hope. I'll sit down with my team and make a decision from there. I still believe I have a bright future in boxing. My dreams aren't over.' Meanwhile, Tswiige expressed gratitude to his trainer and spoke of the positive role boxing plays in youth development. 'I'm proud of this win, and I believe I'm ready to take my career to the next level. Boxing keeps us away from bad habits like drugs and alcohol. It demands discipline and time in the gym.' The tournament was attended by Thovhele Vho-Gole Mphaphuli, who encouraged the young boxers to train hard and stay focused if they want to succeed in the sport. He also praised the tournament's promoter, MR Phathutshedzo Dongola, for his commitment to developing local talent. Dongola, who chairs the promoting body behind the event, said his goal is to uplift youth in rural communities. 'I saw great talent across the Vhembe region and decided to create a platform to support and develop boxers. Our goal is to keep young people off the streets and away from alcohol and substance abuse.' Other fight results: • Akani Sambo defeated Sabelo Cebekhulu. • Nosiacaswa Dube overpowered Loveness Kokha. • Jabulani Makhense won by TKO against Charles Misanjo. • Cedrick Chauke beat Tebogo Rennie. • Tumelo Mphahlele defeated Bofiang Kenaope. • Talent Baloyi won against Bernard Mwango. • Maanda Thaba triumphed over Stanford Mphahlele. • Sizolwethu Sibiya won by TKO against Thuso Nemutanzhele. • Adivhaho Nemutanzhele outclassed Silindile Mathebula. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
07-06-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Top 10 stories of the day: Ramaphosa defends BEE Woman awarded R580k after arrest
Here's your daily news update for 7 June 2025. An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. In today's news update, President Cyril Ramaphosa has defended Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), while NDPP Shamila Batohi faces growing pressure to clarify her claims of political interference in the NPA. Additionally, a woman wrongfully detained for 10 days has been awarded nearly R600 000 in damages by the SCA. Stay up to date with The Citizen – More News, Your Way. News today: 7 June 2025 'Is it greed or jealousy?': Ramaphosa fires back at critics of BEE, Transformation Fund President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on 16 September 2022. Picture: AFP / Saul Loeb President Cyril Ramaphosa has come out swinging against critics of Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), questioning whether their opposition is rooted in 'greed' or 'jealousy'. Ramaphosa was speaking during his keynote address at the gala dinner of the Black Business Council's annual summit held at the Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre in Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni. Continue reading here Batohi could appear in parliament to explain allegations of corruption inside the NPA National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi. Picture: Gallo Images / Phill Magakoe The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) wants the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Shamila Batohi to appear before parliament next week to give more details about allegations of rogue elements inside the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). Continue reading here Wrongfully arrested woman wins nearly R600k after ordeal that led her to consider suicide Picture: iStock A woman who endured a harrowing 10-day detention after a wrongful arrest has been awarded nearly R600 000 in damages by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA). Cynthia Nobuhle Khedama initially sued the Minister of Police for R1 million over her arrest and detention, Continue reading here Rebuild VBS, urges ANC treasurer-general VBS Mutual Bank customers at long queues outside the bank in Thohoyandou, Limpopo. Picture: Gallo Images / Antonio Muchave ANC treasurer-general Gwen Ramokgopa has pleaded with the Reserve Bank and National Treasury to assist the Vhembe community in Limpopo to rebuild the collapsed Venda Business Society (VBS) Mutual Bank. More than 53 people have been charged for theft, corruption, fraud, money laundering, contraventions of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act and racketeering for stealing and looting more than R2 billion of VBS money since 2018. Continue reading here R42m water storage facility installed, but taps run dry in Xanthia village A resident of Majakaneng Village fills up containers with water on 3 February 2015. Picture: Gallo Images / Sowetan / Veli Nhlapo A R42 million water reservoir tank built in Xanthia Village, Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga, 10 years ago has never been used since its completion. This is according to the residents, who confirmed that the construction of the reservoir did not assist in bringing a sustainable water supply to the area. Continue reading here Here are five more stories of the day: Yesterday's News recap READ HERE: Top 10 stories of the day: K-word teacher loses labour case | Amerikaners' future uncertain | NPA sabotage claims
IOL News
07-06-2025
- Business
- IOL News
'VBS was our lifeline': Ramokgopa pressures treasury to restore Limpopo's lost bank
ANC treasurer-general Gwen Ramokgopa pleads with government to help rebuild VBS. Image: File photo ANC treasurer-general Dr Gwen Ramokgopa issued a stirring plea to the South African Reserve Bank and National Treasury: step in and help to rebuild the looted and collapsed Venda Business Society (VBS) Mutual Bank. Ramokgopa was speaking on Thursday at a packed memorial service for ANC veteran and revered liberation figure, Reverend Dr Tshenuwani Simon Farisani, held at the George Phagadi Town Hall in Thohoyandou. The late struggle stalwart and former Lutheran bishop passed away on May 29. His funeral will take place on Saturday at the University of Venda Stadium. In her tribute, Ramokgopa honoured Farisani's lifelong commitment to justice, recalling his outspoken defence of VBS victims who lost life savings and community investments when the bank collapsed under a staggering R2 billion looting scandal. 'Government, under President Cyril Ramaphosa, has been for the people. We always said those who stole from VBS must be punished and languish in jail,' Ramokgopa said, adding that the Finance Department and the Reserve Bank should assist the suffering community to revive their only hope, VBS. In her address, Ramokgopa reminded the nation of the Vhembe community's enduring pain — a pain worsened by betrayal and scandal. 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 ✕ Ad Loading Since the shocking collapse of VBS in 2018, over 53 individuals have been charged with theft, fraud, corruption, money laundering, and violations of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act — accused of siphoning more than R2 billion from the mutual bank that once symbolised financial hope for Limpopo's people. Ramakgopa emphasised that the government has successfully rebuilt several institutions and therefore VBS should not be an issue. 'We have also successfully rebuilt the Limpopo provincial government after it collapsed through fraudulent activities,' she said. IOL Politics
