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- Politics
- IOL News
What to expect from the National Dialogue in August
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that the National Dialogue will be held in August. Image: Itumeleng English / Independent Newspapers President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially announced the launch of a nationwide and inclusive National Dialogue. The initiative is aimed at reshaping South Africa's future in the face of deep social and economic challenges and comes amid rising inequality, unemployment, crime, and systemic corruption. Ramaphosa revealed that a National Convention will be convened on August 15, bringing together leaders from across political, civil, religious, traditional, and business sectors. This convention will mark the formal start of a people-led, society-wide process to reflect on the state of the nation and forge a new shared vision for South Africa. 'At every turning point in our history—from ending apartheid to building democracy—it has been dialogue that led us forward,' Ramaphosa stated, adding that dialogue is in South African DNA. Ramaphosa emphasised that these 'persistent wounds' demand urgent, collective action, and a renewed national compact. The National Dialogue will not be a single event, but a phased, participatory process unfolding through local consultations, sectoral discussions, and provincial gatherings. It will culminate in a second convention in early 2026, where a national programme of action will be adopted, according to the president. To oversee the process, Ramaphosa has appointed an Eminent Persons Group—a diverse body of respected South Africans tasked with guiding and championing the dialogue. 'This is a call to every South African—young and old, rural and urban, from all communities—to help define our common future,' said the President. 'Together, we must shape the next chapter of our democracy.' Among others, the group includes Bishop Barnabas Lekganyane, leader of the Zion Christian Church, Grace Bishop Engenas Lekganyane, leader of the St Engenas Zion Christian Church, Bheki Ntshalintshali, unionist and former COSATU General Secretary and Siya Kolisi, Springbok captain and world champion. The Dialogue is expected to align with South Africa's Vision 2030 and reinvigorate the National Development Plan with fresh consensus and commitment. [email protected] IOL Politics
IOL News
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Nine ZCC members laid to rest after tragic crash
The coffins of the nine people who died in a car crash last week during their mass funeral in Mtubatuba on Sunday. Image: Supplied A MASS funeral service was held on Sunday in Mtubatuba, northern KwaZulu-Natal, for the nine victims of a devastating road crash that occurred in Empangeni last week. The deceased, Makhosi Magwaza (57), Celiwe Zikhali (55), Dudu Mthembu (52), Winnie Mkhwanazi (52), Cabangile Mavundla (52), Qhamukile Khumalo (40), Sihle Ndamase (24), Mphikiseni Sithole (57), and Bongani Ndlovu (46). The Mkhwanazi family opted to bury their one loved Winnie Mkhwanazi in Nongoma, also in the north of the province. They were all members of the Zion Christian Church (ZCC), and lost their lives when a tow truck crashed into the back of the minibus taxi they were travelling in. Grieving families and congregants, dressed in their church uniforms, gathered under a marquee at Silethukukhanya High School in Ward 3 to pay their last respects. 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 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. Next Stay Close ✕ Speaking at the funeral, the Deputy Minister of Transport Mkhuleko Hlengwa said: 'The law enforcement operations of the country will ensure a fully-fledged prosecutorial process into this matter, regarding the driver of the breakdown vehicle (tow truck) and to the driver of the Hyundai vehicle.' He called for the investigators to thoroughly probe the alleged claims on what led led to the death of the nine people. Hlengwa said the department will continue to raise awareness for motorists to abide by the rules of the road to avoid fatalities. MEC for Transport in KwaZulu-Natal Siboniso Duma, who also attended the funeral, had assigned a team of senior managers from the department to be with the grieving families from the time the incident happened. 'The Mkhwanazi family is a child-headed household following the death of Mama Winnie Nobuhle Mkhwanazi on Mother's Day. The children are now orphans with no source of income. To complicate matters, children are living in abject poverty and in a dilapidated mud house. Tomorrow (Monday), we will announce interventions by the Department of Human Settlements,' said Duma. 'We will interact with traffic officers who witnessed the accident that resulted in the decapitation of the victims. We are fast-tracking professional counselling to enable officers to manage mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and intense emotional distress,' he added. According to Duma, studies have revealed that traffic officers who were exposed to gruesome collision scenes were likely to be involved in substance abuse, femicide, and gender-based violence. This was allegedly due to stress. 'As a department, we value our officers. It is for this reason that we want to take care of their well-being and their families.' The crash came as the province registered a significant drop in road fatalities during the Easter Weekend after 27 people died on the roads, compared to 47 in 2024. WhatsApp your views on this story at 071 485 7995 DAILY NEWS
Eyewitness News
18-05-2025
- Eyewitness News
9 churchgoers who died in crash on Mother's Day to be laid to rest on Sunday
JOHANNESBURG - The nine churchgoers who lost their lives on Mother's Day in a car crash in KwaZulu-Natal will be laid to rest on Sunday. It is understood that most of the victims who died in the minibus accident on the N2 after Mthuzini Toll Plaza were women. READ: Sixteen injured in Mother's Day crash that killed 8 congregants, receiving treatment in KZN hospitals The mass funeral of the Zion Christian Church congregants is taking place in Silethukukhayanya High School in Mtubatuba Municipality. The provincial transport department said that Sunday marked the final stage of mourning. Department's spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya said: "We wish to draw the attention of the media to the following activities: Mkhwanazi family: this is a child-headed household following the death of Mama Winnie Nobuhle Mkhwanazi (52) on Mother's Day. The children are now orphans, with no source of income. To complicate matters, children are living in abject poverty and in a dilapidated mud house. Tomorrow, we will announce interventions by the Department of Human Settlements."
The South African
12-05-2025
- The South African
Eight dead and 16 injured in KZN mother's day car crash
A car crash claimed the lives of at least eight people and left sixteen others injured on Sunday morning, 11 May 2025, in KwaZulu-Natal. A tow truck allegedly hit a Hyundai H100 LDV from behind on the N2 near Empangeni while it was transporting 24 Zion Christian Church (ZCC) members from their place of worship to the Dukuduku/Mtubatuba area in KZN RTMC officials and police are investigating the cause of the accident, and Newzroom Afrika reported that they arrested the tow truck driver. According to the Citizen, KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, offered his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the Zion Christian Church. He assembled a team to liaise with the church and the families during this difficult time. Duma also instructed the Road Traffic Inspectorate to stay in contact with the Road Traffic Management Corporation and ensure they conduct a full investigation into the accident. He committed to keeping the people of KZN updated as the situation develops. Over the past three weeks, Gqeberha has been rocked by a wave of kidnappings, with at least five cases reported, according to The South African . The abductions have left residents worried and raised concerns about safety in the city. In the latest incident on Friday, 9 May 2025, five suspects allegedly kidnapped a 44-year-old businessman at around 10:00. The attackers allegedly pulled the man from his BMW outside his business premises on Darling Street in North End. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news
The Herald
12-05-2025
- The Herald
Nine people, most of them mothers, perish in KwaZulu-Natal road accident
Nine people were killed in a horror crash involving a bakkie and tow truck in Empangeni on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast on Sunday morning. The provincial transport and human settlements department said most of the victims were mothers. 'On this Mother's Day, early this morning at about 6.47am, I received a report from our highly dedicated team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate informing me about a horrific accident that claimed the lives of nine people, mostly mothers. 'Losing a mother is a deeply painful experience that marks the radical change of the family's life and involves a wide range of sad emotions,' said MEC Siboniso Duma. According to a preliminary report, the collision, which occurred on the N2 northbound after the Mthunzini Toll Plaza, involved a tow truck and a Hyundai H-1 bakkie transporting 24 members of the Zion Christian Church. 'They were travelling to Dukuduku, Umtubatuba. We have been informed by the RTI and emergency rescue services that a tow truck struck the rear end of the Hyundai H-1, resulting in fatalities and serious injuries. Those who were injured have been taken to hospitals, and we wish them a speedy recovery,' said Duma. He said he had assembled a dedicated team from his office to liaise with the church and families. 'Finally, I have also mandated the RTI to immediately keep in touch with the Road Traffic Management Corporation to ensure that an investigation is conducted into this horrific accident. We will be updating the people of KwaZulu-Natal as we move forward.' TimesLIVE
