It isn’t easy keeping up with the latest news when there is so much happening.
We share a roundup of South Africa’s news stories you may have missed.
What is the state of Jamie Foxx’s well-being?
Rumours about Jamie Foxx and his health were widely spoken about and fans are concerned. It all started with the news of the actor suffering from medical complications. These rumours were quickly silenced when his daughter shared an update on his condition.
My Dad has been out of the hospital for weeks, recuperating. In fact, he was playing pickleball yesterday! Thanks for everyone’s prayers and support.” the 29-year-old actor wrote in a story.
Corrine Foxx
This placed all who were concerned at ease, but the latest report is that the actor may be paralyzed and partially blind. This can’t be confirmed. Nick Cannon who will not talk on behalf of Jamie Foxx did share the following:
I believe when he’s ready, he’s going to address the awaiting fans in the world the way that only he can.
Nick Cannon
Ford Ranger claims the prestigious title of SA Car of the Year
The Weekend Breakfast with Sammy T shared the news in Kaya 959 on Wheels with Mabuyane Mabuza, our resident car expert.
The Ford Ranger is a worthy winner of the 2023 South African Car of the Year. Its impressive performance, reliability, and modern features make it an excellent choice for those looking for a reliable car that can handle both rough terrains and city roads. Whether you are going for a weekend on the beach or driving to work, the Ford Ranger will not disappoint.
EFF says two jobs means you’re out-a-here
The EFF has reportedly fired one of its councilors in the Makana Local Municipality for secretly working as a cleaner at Rhodes University as this is against the party’s constitution.
Her dismissal was in line with one of the party’s rules that EFF councilors “holding other remunerative positions with a different employer should effectively resign as EFF councilors and NOT resign from the other employment.”
If you missed it on air, and you haven’t already listened to the podcast, catch up here:
Kgololo Academy Grade 4 learners are not part of the statistic
The Kgololo Academy is a combined low-fee independent school with 125 scholars in grades 1-7. Their mission is to provide world-class education in Alexandra Township
Nelisiwe Mhlongo is the principal of Kgololo Academy and she says that the school has a success story to tell.
She is confident that 80% of the grade 4 learners at the academy can read with understanding.
“Reading and writing stories are prioritised at the school,” and it all starts in Grade 1.
This is in response to the stats released by the International Reading Literacy Study which state that 80% of Grade 4 learners in South Africa can’t read.
South Africa’s GDP has grown by 0.4%
Stats SA says that eight out of ten industries, including manufacturing, banking, real estate, and business services, experienced growth in the first three months of the year
It’s 1 million streams for “Ugcobo”
Nonfundo Moh’s album “Ugcobo” surpasses 1 million streams.
23-year-old sensational singer Nomfundo Moh is thrilled about the accomplishment made by her second album, “Ugcobo”.
Dineo and Sol caught up with her recently to talk about her music journey:
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