Katlego Sekhu Last week, the news of American singer and dancer Chris Brown's scheduled performance on South African shores spread like wildfire. While many look forward to seeing him perform live, others are against the musician coming to the country. Women's advocacy group Women For Change wants Chris Brown to be barred from South Africa due to his history of abuse. On Friday morning, the Siz The World team deliberated […]
Katlego Sekhu Image: EFF EFF Gauteng Chairperson and former Ekurhuleni Finance MMC Nkululeko Dunga is said to have been the target of an assassination attempt at his Johannesburg home on Wednesday. The attempt was thwarted by a security officer who engaged in a gunfight with at least three gunmen who had been hiding on the roof of Dunga's home. On Thursday morning, the Siz The World team and listeners shared […]
Katlego Sekhu One person was found dead following a fire that broke out on Tuesday at the Broadwalk Urban Village complex in Midrand, Johannesburg. Rescue teams discovered the body submerged under rubble and a collapsed roof from the previous night. Johannesburg Emergency Management Services spokesperson Xolile Khumalo confirmed that the body of a 33-year-old woman was found beneath the fallen ceiling in the apartment where the fire is believed to […]
Katlego Sekhu This morning's Open Line covered a mix of topics, both serious and light-hearted. The team tackled questions about the breakup of the hip-hop group Teargas, speculation about Sizwe Dhlomo's marital status, and Mfundo Mabalane's sleep habits. One curious listener wanted to know if Sizwe Dhlomo had recently tied the knot after he mentioned attending couple’s therapy on Thursday. Dhlomo responded with a playful, "Maybe I did get married, […]
Katlego Sekhu EFF leader Julius Malema recently joined Clement Manyathela for an interview on SABC News. One of the topics discussed was Malema's relationship with former EFF member Floyd Shivambu. Malema noted that despite Shivambu's departure, the EFF continues to thrive. "The leadership of the EFF remains intact. Although his departure was painful, I got some sense of relief. I don't know why. It was as if I had put […]
Katlego Sekhu President Cyril Ramaphosa is mourning the passing of former Minister and SARS Commissioner Pravin Gordhan. Gordhan, passed away at the age of 75, following a period of illness. President Ramaphosa has extended his deep condolences to Mr Gordhan’s spouse, Ms Vanitha Raju, daughters Anisha and Priyesha, as well as the former Minister’s older brother, Manecklal Gordhan, and sister Shanta Harilal. "The President’s thoughts are with former Minister Gordhan’s […]
Katlego Sekhu Photo by MART PRODUCTION: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-in-pink-shirt-and-yellow-and-black-plaid-skirt-7481282/ The Australian government recently announced plans to set a minimum age limit for teenagers using social media. The decision comes in response to growing concerns about mental health. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed that the government would introduce the legislation this year. “This is about letting children have a childhood. There’s nothing social about some social media taking our young Australians away from […]
Katlego Sekhu The ANC's Youth League, led by Collin Malatji, marched in KZN to demand more job opportunities. Just over a week ago, there was a bit of a scuffle between the EFF Student Command and ANC youth at the same event as they both tried to gain support in student political circles. The MK Party youth have also been making strides in these circles recently. The Siz The World […]