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Makgotso M on reconciling with her dad

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“I think it’s important to heal”: Makgotso M on reconciling with her dad

By Katlego Sekhu Starting her day on 959 Breakfast with Dineo Ranaka and Sol Phenduka is actress Makgotso M. Makgotsi M is best known for her role as Kamogelo Tsotetsi in Isidingo. Speaking to 959 Breakfast about relocating to London in the early 2000s, she says her mother got a job offer that side. "She saw it as an opportunity to provide a better future for her children. It was […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

WATCH: Skolopad has undergone a breast reduction surgery

By Zuko Komisa Skolopad has successfully completed a breast reduction surgery. Skolopad, whose real name is Nonhlanhla Qwabe has posted the first images and video of herself following breast reduction surgery on her social media accounts. She did so after having a successful breast reduction surgery which she was thrilled about. Despite a challenging year, Skolopad continues to be grateful every day. She expressed her relief in October that her four-year […]

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Zkhiphani Chief Editor Mandisa Ntsinde passes away

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Zkhiphani Chief Editor Mandisa Ntsinde passes away

By Katlego Sekhu Zkhiphani and FreshAF SA Chief Editor Mandisa Ntsinde has passed away. Zkhiphani announced Mandisa's passing through an official statement this morning. "It is with great sadness and our deepest regret that we announce the untimely death of our beloved Chief Editor, Mandisa Ntsinde." Mandisa Ntsinde passed away on Monday 14 November at home peacefully after a long, yet heroic battle with cancer. The online publication describes her […]

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8-year-old abducted two weeks ago in Cape Town has been found in Khayelitsha

By Zuko Komisa 8-year-old abducted two weeks ago in Cape Town has been found in Khayelitsha. Abirah Dekhta, a young girl who was kidnapped about two weeks ago, was discovered on Monday night in Khayelitsha.The small girl was discovered after a thorough a well co-ordinated search, according to police. Forces were deployed as part of an integrated intelligence-led operation in the suburb where the young child was discovered. News24 reports […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Sophie Ndaba opens up about what being diabetic has taught her

By Zuko Komisa South African actress Sophie Ndaba has opened up about what being diabetic has taught her over the years. Sophie Ndaba has shared lessons she's learned through having diabetes on her social media accounts. The actress has been open about her battles with diabetes, which has sparked speculation about her weight loss and demise. Sophie claimed that having diabetes for nearly ten years had taught her to value […]

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SA Hip Hop Awards nominees announced!

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SA Hip Hop Awards nominations announced!

By Wanique Block The eleventh annual South African Hip Hop Awards have finally announced their nominees. Run by the Ritual Media Group (RMG), the South African Hip Hop Awards are dedicated to highlighting the great achievements and contributions made for local hip-hop culture and will be celebrated by focusing on how the past has holistically shaped and influenced "SA Hip Hop". DJ PH, DJ Switch, DJ Zan D, Ms Cosmo […]

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Chicken Licken

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Chicken Licken plays on Ya’Hunga with Wakanda

Written by Dohne Damons Chicken Licken delivers another hilarious advertisement by marrying Chicken Licken with Wakanda and your hunger for entertainment. #BigJohn is another well-executed comedic experience. The one-minute and thirty-second advertisement deliver commentary on what South Africans experience almost daily. It also comments on the difference between South African Xhosa and Wakandan Xhosa. The ad begins with the Wakandan­ Queen sending a trusted trio to retrieve what is assumed […]

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How To Ruin Christmas returns this December

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How To Ruin Christmas returns this December

By Katlego Sekhu Popular Netflix South Africa original How To Ruin Christmas returns for a brand new season this December. Netflix has announced that Mzansi's favourite dysfunctional family is back and this time they're bringing a baby! How To Ruin Christmas: The Baby Shower will premiere on 9 December. Following a dramatic season 2, the Sellos and Twalas will reunite to celebrate the imminent arrival of Beauty and Sbu's baby. […]

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Prince Kaybee

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Prince Kaybee’s wine Milano wins international gold medal

By Zuko Komisaa Prince Kaybee's wine Milano has won an international gold medal. The 2022 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits has recognized Prince Kaybee's wine label Milani with a gold medal. This year, Prince Kaybee real name Kabelo Motsamai, started a brand that bears his son's name, whom he had with Zola Mhlongo. He worked with Blue Crane Vineyards to provide his proudly South African wines. Midway through September, Milani […]

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Nancefield hostels

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A technical task team will redevelop hostels in Nancefield

Written by Dohne Damons The City of Johannesburg and provincial government have committed to work together to redevelop the Nancefield hostels. The Nancefied hostels in Soweto were affected by a flash flood that saw more than 300 people displaced. The city government has since reportedly secured temporary shelter for the victims of the flood. The MEC of Human Settlement, Lebogang Maile and the MMC of transport, Funzi Ngobeni released a […]

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Veteran actor John Aniston has died

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Days of Our Lives Actor, John Aniston has died

By Wanique Block Veteran actor John Aniston has died. John was popularly known for his role as Victor Kiriakis in the daytime soap series Days of Our Lives. The 89-year-old veteran actor took the role of Victor Kiriakis in 1985 right until his death and was honoured in June this year with a Daytime Emmys Lifetime Achievement Award for his legendary role. John also had roles in Search for Tomorrow, Star […]

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ENTERTAINMENT

Lebo M celebrated for being the first black composer to last 25 years on Broadway

By Zuko Komisa Lebo M celebrates being the first black composer to last 25 years on Broadway. At the 25th anniversary of the stage production's staging of the animated version today, Lebohang Morake, also known as Lebo M, has been recognized as the first black African producer on Broadway. Lebo M, a Grammy-winning producer, composer, and performer, is the voice behind one of The Lion King's most famous opening phrases in cartoon […]

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POPIA ActTo promote the protection of personal information processed by public and private bodies; to introduce certain conditions so as to establish minimum requirements for the processing of personal information; to provide for the establishment of an Information Regulator to exercise certain powers and to perform certain duties and functions in terms of this Act and the Promotion of Access to Information Act, 2000; to provide for the issuing of codes of conduct; to provide for the rights of persons regarding unsolicited electronic communications and automated decision making; to regulate the flow of personal information across the borders of the Republic; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

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1.2  Parliament assented to POPIA on 19 November 2013. The commencement date of section 1Part A of Chapter 5section 112 and section 113 was 11 April 2014. The commencement date of the other sections was 1 July 2020 (with the exception of section 110 and 114(4). The President of South Africa has proclaimed the POPI commencement date to be 1 July 2020.

 
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3.2.5. KAYA 959 will not disclose any personal information relating to you to any third party unless your prior written agreement is obtained or KAYA 959 is required to do so by law. 

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4.2.2.5. referrers. 

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