Innehållsförteckning för 2024-10-17 från Cape Argus

The disturbing case of the Menendez brothers murdering their parents might have taken place more than three decades ago but it has recently returned to the spotlight. This is largely due to Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan’s Netflix anthology series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, which has brought the true crime story to a new generation. It chronicles the chilling ordeal of the siblings who were sentenced to life without parole in 1996 for the murder of their parents, José and Mary Louise “Kitty” Menendez. Initially, they had told police their parents had been dead when they had arrived home. However, the brothers eventually confessed to the parricide. They said they had shot their parents multiple times at close range at their mansion in Beverly Hills on August…

Tyla’s self-titled debut album has gone gold in the US after it sold more than 500 000 units there. The 22-year-old singer-songwriter dropped her debut album in March and it has dominated the charts, with her single, Water, going viral, and Jump, featuring American rapper Gunna and Jamaican musician Skillibeng, also receiving widespread acclaim. The music video for Jump achieved impressive numbers on YouTube, reaching 2 million views in just two days. ART and Truth or Dare are also fan favourites. Tyla earned nominations for Album of the Year, Best Pop Album, Newcomer of the Year and Female Artist of the Year at the 30th annual South African Music Awards, which will be held on November 2. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), a Gold record is…

TWO suspects accused of demanding protection money from taxi drivers in Joe Slovo near Milnerton died after a shoot-out with police Tuesday. The dramatic incident along the N1 highway behind Century City, saw cops and the alleged extortionists exchange gunfire as the suspects refused to stop when ordered by police. According to a Cape Argus source, the incident comes amid an investigation into the activities of three men accused of terrorising taxi drivers in Milnerton. “These three guys have been doing this for a long time. One of the suspects, who is now dead, was in fact charged for extortion at one point and the case was withdrawn. “What happened on Tuesday is that these guys went to the taxi rank in Joe Slovo and taxed the drivers. “They…

RESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a directive for all South African flags to be flown at half mast across the country in honour of former Finance Minister Tito Mboweni. Mboweni is set to be buried in a Special Official Funeral Category 2 in his home province of Limpopo, at the weekend. Mboweni, a former Member of Parliament, former Minister of Finance and former Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, died on Saturday after a short illness. He was 65 years old. He started his political activism in the 1980s and abandoned his studies to go into exile. When he returned, he was appointed as the Minister of Labour after the first democratic elections in 1994, and served in that position until 1998. He became the Advisor to the Reserve…

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has once again refuted accusations of corruption levelled against him by AfriForum and the Democratic Alliance (DA). The allegations surfaced following claims that Lesufi had been concealing over 58 outstanding forensic reports that implicate prominent members of the ANC, further intensifying the ongoing tensions within the Gauteng political landscape. The controversy erupted when the DA accused Lesufi of doctoring and withholding critical reports just a day before Lesufi took to the media to address these serious allegations. Lesufi is at the centre of a conspiracy involving “rampant corruption, money laundering, and fraud” within the Provincial Government, according to a report by AfriForum published in Cape Argus’ sister title The Star. This claim comes amid a scandal surrounding the Gauteng Department of Social Development, where 13…

When the Stormers won the 2022 United Rugby Championship, Leolin Zas was one of their key playmakers, and the deadly wing says his embattled team will strike back in the current tournament. The Stormers have returned home from a troubled tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland, and Zas feels that they are relishing Saturday’s home game against 2023 champions Munster (6pm kick-off). Zas scored two tries in the Stormers’ bonus-point victory over Zebre two weeks ago, and he dotted down against the Ospreys. In the 2022 campaign, Zas nailed 11 tries to finish as the tournament’s top try-scorer. “We’ve been here before,” the 28-year-old said of his team’s disappointing start to the URC. “Over the last two seasons, we have tended to bounce back. Last season, we lost four…

Sometimes there is justice in this world – and it didn’t come a moment too soon for the Bulls yesterday as star centre David Kriel was cleared to face the Scarlets in tomorrow’s United Rugby Championship clash in Llanelli (8.35pm start). The Bulls No 12’s red card in last week’s 29-19 victory over the Ospreys in Swansea seemed unjustified, but referee Eoghan Cross sent off Kriel for leading with his forearm into the throat of flyhalf Dan Edwards in the 49th minute. Bulls director of rugby Jake White said afterwards that he hoped to have Kriel available for the Scarlets game, and the Pretoria side succeeded as the URC announced yesterday that the red card had been rescinded. “The panel overseeing the disciplinary process – Roddy Dunlop KC (chair, Scotland),…

The second day of the Sasol League National Championship playoffs proved challenging for Gauteng representatives FC Raycon as they succumbed to a late strike from Mpumalanga's Super Strikers to go down 1-0 at the picturesque Loerie Park Stadium in Knysna yesterday. The match, played under bright blue skies following a tumultuous opening day, underscored the competitive nature of the tournament and the slim margins that often determine victory. The Maroons, known for their enduring spirit, faced immense pressure to perform at the Championships, a platform often occupied by footballing giants. Lapses in concentration were evident, and this was reflected in the loss, with head coach Koketso Matsetela describing his side’s performance as commendable, even amidst disappointment. “My girls played very well, but that was a special goal. We deserve to…

Renowned journalist and TV show host Shahan Ramkissoon will be hosting the reunion special of The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice season one. The reunion will air on Showmax on Friday, October 25. Since airing in August, the Durban iteration of the Saftas-nominated original show, The Mommy Club, proved to be a huge success among viewers. Produced by POP24, the first-of-its-kind reality show delved into the lives of glamorous mothers from Durban’s Indian community, showcasing their seemingly perfect lives. Each episode allows viewers to witness the lives of the women as they shift between the roles of business leaders, caregivers and mentors. Through laughter and challenges, the show reveals the vulnerabilities of the cast, showcasing the emotional landscape of motherhood, where joy is often marred by self-doubt and societal…

THE State has started to close the net on the network of alleged 28s gang boss Ralph Stanfield, as they are set to include more than 40 of his affiliates, including former human settlements mayco member, Malusi Booi, to go on trial at the same time. The mammoth undertaking was unveiled in the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court yesterday, as Stanfield and Booi, along with their co-accused, returned to court amid an ever-growing charge sheet. After more than a year of court hearings, arrests and bail applications, it has been revealed that once completed, the State is set to haul over 40 people to trial alongside Stanfield for an array of crimes including murder, fraud, attempted murder, firearm charges and charges under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act. Yesterday, the…

A TWO-day symposium held in Cape Town marked the official launch of the Health Tax Alliance, urging the government to increase taxes to regulate the consumption of tobacco, alcohol and sugar products. A number of public health researchers, advocates and advocacy groups, gathered at the Protea Hotel Cape Town Waterfront Breakwater Lodge, yesterday. Delivering the keynote address was Dr Yogan Pillay, Director: HIV and TB Delivery at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, who formerly served as the deputy-director-general of health programmes in the Department of Health. Pillay’s address was based on the paper he co-authored with Dr Kumanan Rasanathan on behalf of the Equity and Healthy Societies Group, titled: “Can current interlinked crises stimulate the structural and policy choices required for healthy societies?” “I think we all recognise that…

TWO teenagers are on the mend after they were hospitalised, allegedly after consuming chips from a shop in Tafelsig, prompting their parents to call for swift action from health inspectors. Ashlyn Johnson, 17, and Zhiwario van Rooyen, 17, were hospitalised on Saturday after consuming Cannon Ball Maize Nakks from the A2Z Cash Store located near Ruwenzori Street. Heinrich Isaacs, Johnson’s father, recounted the shocking moment when he found his son unable to move and feeling unwell. “It was a bit of a shock to me when I saw him. “He had no feeling in his body. He went bleak and couldn't walk. “He threw-up as well. “When I asked him what he ate, he said they ate the chips last,” he said. Isaacs said his son required intravenous fluids, as…

Imagine walking into that exam room with confidence, not butterflies. As the coming exams draw nearer, it is time to redefine what’s possible regarding exam preparation. Are you feeling as though you are drowning in a sea of textbooks and notes? Learners, we have all been there – caught in a whirlpool of anxiety, running worst-case scenarios through our minds. The anxiety can be paralysing, but what if you could turn this exam experience into a positive, turning anxiety into an advantage? The education landscape is changing fast. With digital resources and online courses on the rise, learning is no longer a one-size-fits-all approach. Each learner has the option to prepare for their exam at the most suitable study times, taking control of their learning destiny. By designing a personalised…

Manchester United’s most successful manager, Alex Ferguson, will step down as a global ambassador after the club’s part-owners Ineos ended his multi-million pound contract. Ferguson, a familiar sight in the Old Trafford director’s box for years, signed an agreement with United in 2013 to be a club ambassador, receiving £2.16 million a year. The split was amicable, according to a team source, who said it was one of a number of time-consuming responsibilities from which the 82-year-old Ferguson was stepping back, and that he was always welcome at Old Trafford. There have been job cuts virtually across the board at United as part of cost-saving measures at the club, which has been incurring losses for some time. Ferguson, who will step down from his ambassadorial duties at the end of…

Chumisa Qawe will celebrate her 25th birthday next month with a satisfied smile on her face following a successful WXV 2 campaign for the Springbok Women over the past few weeks. The powerful inside centre was one of the mainstays of the home team’s efforts in matches against three higher-ranked opponents – Japan, Australia and Italy – which took place in Cape Town as part of the preparations for next year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup in England. The World Cup draw will take place today in London, and the Bok Women – who are ranked 12th – are in Band Three alongside USA (ninth), Wales (10th) and Japan (11th). But considering their impressive displays Japan – whom they beat 31-24 – Australia (ranked fifth, 33-26 defeat) and Italy (ranked eighth,…

THE police officers arrested for allegedly robbing a house in Llandudno appeared briefly in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court yesterday, where the matter was postponed to tomorrow. Operation Restore Unit officer, Jacobus Groenewald, 44, has been charged along with Constable Bradley Dimitri Minnaar, 28, Sergeant at Bellville SAPS Mthuthuzeli Mafanya, 33, and Sergeant at Philippi SAPS Bathandwa Soldati, 38. They face a robbery with aggravating circumstances charge in connection with R20 million worth of jewellery allegedly stolen. After a meeting between the State and the defence attorneys, Magistrate Sibongiseni Mtwana said: “The defence has raised some issues they wish to address, so the case has been rolled over to Friday, October 18 for further bail application.” Wynberg control prosecutor, Brynmor Benjamin, said he was ready to proceed with the cross-examination of…

FORMER ANC spokesperson and National Executive Committee (NEC) member, Pule Mabe, has announced he is stepping aside from the political party's highest decision-making body. Mabe addressed journalists outside the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Ekurhuleni yesterday, after he was charged with corruption in connection to a R27 million tender. Seven accused people including Mabe and his wife, Mmatlhekelo, appeared in court to seek bail. The seven were granted bail of R30 000 each and the matter was postponed to March 25. The case involves a controversial R27 million tender for waste collection vehicles, awarded under what has been termed “suspicious” circumstances. The tender was allegedly unlawfully awarded to Mabe’s company, KG Media trading as Enviro Mobi, in March 2017. Enviro Mobi is listed as accused number eight. “We…

BISHOPS Diocesan College has instituted disciplinary action against seven learners who allegedly assaulted a fellow classmate at the prestigious Western Cape’s boarding facility. The teen was so badly beaten that he had to be rushed to hospital. The school confirmed that the learner has since been discharged. In response to Independent Media’s questions, Bishops said the learners have been charged with breaching the school's Code of Conduct and further breaching its anti-bullying policy. “As a matter of principle, the school said it did not comment publicly on confidential learner matters, however, it confirmed that boys have been charged with breaching the school's Code of Conduct,” Bishops said. It explained that an independent advocate, chairing the disciplinary process, has recommended the strongest possible sanction, against any learner found guilty of…

Thomas Tuchel was named England’s new manager yesterday, with the Football Association turning to the German to try to land their first major trophy since 1966. Former Chelsea manager Tuchel will start in the role from January 1, 2025 on an 18-month deal to the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup. The 51-year-old, who has been out of work since leaving Bayern Munich at the end of last season, succeeds Englishman Gareth Southgate as permanent coach, and becomes the third foreign manager of the Three Lions after Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello. Tuchel, who has also coached Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain, has the trophy-winning pedigree that the FA is seeking to help end a 58-year wait to win a major tournament since the 1966 World Cup on home soil.…

PROTEAS fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has voiced urgent concerns regarding player management within Cricket South Africa. In an exclusive interview with Independent Newspapers, and as the 29-year-old gears up for an important two-match Test series against Bangladesh, the paceman emphasises the need for CSA to modernise their approach to retain players amid the allure of lucrative T20 opportunities worldwide. “The management of the players needs to be up to scratch because these days, you have lucrative deals with the T20 leagues and it’s literally about CSA ensuring that the players are looked after,” Rabada said. “That’s the name of the game. There needs to be cohesion between the players and CSA. If that gets achieved and there’s total buy-in from both, then we’re smiling. “Where we are as cricket in…