Innehållsförteckning för 2025-02-17 från Cape Argus

Minke Marais is determined to use her leading role in the new Afrikaans telenovela Reënboogrant to assist those navigating the challenges of youth. The 23-year-old plays high schooler Shani Brink on the Showmax series, which also airs on kykNET (DStv channel 144). The rest of the star-studded cast includes Wyfie star Mila de Villiers, Diepe Waters duo Johnny Potsanyane and Righard van Jaarsveld and ex-Miss Teen Namibia finalist, Marelee Ferreira. It is produced by Sonvelt Media, with South African Film and Television Awards (Saftas) and Silwerskerm winner Desiré Gardner as the head writer and with André Velts as the director. The show is inspired by Louise van Niekerk’s best-selling 90s novels of the same name. Set in Tshwane, it centres around the Brink family, which includes sisters Shani and Sunette…

LOCAL faith leaders and an NPO held a memorial service at the Castle of Good Hope just hours after the bodies of the 14 SANDF soldiers who died in the DRC in January during a peace stabilisation deployment were officially handed over to their families. Candles were lit and flowers placed next to the photographs of the soldiers in the vigil which took place on Friday. The memorial was arranged by Kimberleigh Alkilani through her NPO Donateum. “I want our soldiers to know that despite everything they face, we appreciate our soldiers risking their lives to protect our country,” she said. “The loss of our 14 soldiers in the DRC has shattered the hearts of millions in our nation. To the families who have lost a son, a husband, a…

Mushin Hendricks, South Africa’s first openly gay Imam, was tragically shot dead while officiating a wedding for a lesbian couple in the Eastern Cape, sparking outrage and calls for justice. He had been in Gqeberha to marry the lesbian couple in Bethelsdorp. According to Facebook user Rif’at Brower, the local community and imams refused to marry the lesbian couple (Naadira Abader’s daughter). “Naadirah Abader’s daughter was getting married to another female non-Muslim. Sheikh Mukhtar of Gqeberha said that they will not marry the two females and no one in Gqeberha will. “The females then got the gay so-called imam from Cape Town – Mushin Hendricks to marry them. “Mushin was shot and killed at the wedding. There is less facade now with him gone. We cannot allow this facade (moral…

Stellenbosch's recent enterprising Nedbank Cup performance over Polokwane City augurs well for Tuesday's Premiership clash against giant-killers TS Galaxy at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga. After losing 1-0 to Kaizer Chiefs last week, Stellenbosch needed to raise the level of performance and play with greater intensity and cohesion. They managed this in great style against Polokwane, and their impressive performance created a glut of goalscoring opportunities. Stellenbosch coach Steve Barker will target an improved performance from his marksmen who need to do better in the striking zone. "We need to concentrate on finishing (goalscoring opportunities) this season. I think that will be our main objective. We have two quarter-finals to look forward to and try and push for that top three or four position in the Premiership." Just over a week…

It is time for the Bulls to come out of their shell on attack and not just rely on their forwards to win. That will be the message from coach Jake White to his players on Monday when they meet at Loftus Versfeld to look back on Saturday’s 29-19 United Rugby Championship defeat to the Sharks. The result should be seen as an upset, considering the strengths of the teams fielded in Pretoria – and the fact that it was a home game for the Bulls. In addition, the way in which the hosts absolutely decimated the visitors in the scrums and driving mauls – which saw the Sharks concede three yellow cards at the same time to go down to 12 players – should have resulted in a comfortable…

MAMELODI SUNDOWNS (2) 2 Matthews 8; Aubaas 27 MPHENI HOME DEFENDERS 0 IT WAS NOT the massacre it promised to be as Sundowns’ flying start to this Nedbank round of 16 clash with the lower division outfit fizzled into somewhat of a grind. Tashreeq Matthews opened the scoring on eight minutes with a cheeky back-heel after being set up by Arthur Sales to give rise to hopes of a score similar to the 24-0 hammering they handed to Powerlines FC a few years ago. Earlier on, Sales had missed a sitter on three minutes, the Brazilian scuffing the ball wide with just the goalkeeper to beat. Given the ease with which they carved the Limpopo outfit open, you’d have thought the country’s best team was going to make it rain…

South African music sensation L’vovo Derrango, born Thokozani Ndlovu, proves that resilience and passion can overcome even the most daunting challenges. Following a debilitating stroke in 2022 that left his fans and the industry reeling, the beloved entertainer is making remarkable strides in his recovery journey, passionately documenting every step of the way. Best known for his energetic performances and chart-topping hits, Derrango faced a difficult road to regain his health and return to the stage he so passionately loves. However, recent updates from the star have painted an encouraging picture of hope and determination. Through years of therapy and unwavering support from family, friends, and loyal fans, he is gradually reinventing his life, as evident in newfound social media posts showcasing him engaged in rehabilitation exercises, steadily regaining strength…

THE Department of Home Affairs has detained controversial Miss Nigeria Chidimma Adetshina’s mother in Cape Town. The department’s spokesperson, Siya Qoza, said their investigators, assisted by the police, swooped in on Anabela Rungo on Saturday morning. “Investigators from the Department of Home Affairs, assisted by the South African Police Service (SAPS), this morning detained Anabela Rungo, the mother of Chidimma Adetshina, at a property in Cape Town. “The department withdrew Rungo’s South African documentation in September 2024 after finding that it had been fraudulently obtained, rendering her ineligible to continue residing in South Africa. “In an apparent act of brazen disregard for the legal consequences of her conduct, it appears that Rungo has defied her ‘undesirable’ status through her Mozambican passport. “Investigations are ongoing into further potential misrepresentation and fraudulent…

THE two police officers alleged to have raped and kidnapped a woman whom they offered a lift on a farm in Moorreesburg have been arrested. Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) spokesperson, Phaladi Shuping, confirmed their arrest. “They were arrested on February 15, 2025.” Shuping earlier said the allegations were that the officers had used a state vehicle and offered the 27-year-old victim a lift and then allegedly raped her. Police spokesperson, André Traut, said Ipid was best suited to comment on the latest developments concerning the arrest and confirmed the victim had registered a case with the police. The incident is believed to have taken place on February 8 just after 10:30pm near a gravel road in Moorreesburg. It’s alleged the victim was travelling to the residence of her boyfriend…

FINANCE Minister Enoch Godongwana has been urged to prioritise the rights and dignity of social grant recipients in his budget speech on Wednesday. Civil society organisations said the government must increase social grants at a minimum to match the rising cost of living. Social grants provide crucial support for millions of South Africans, particularly the elderly, disabled and children from low-income households. However, the value of social grants has been decreasing due to the exorbitant cost of living and the continuing rising cost of living has become a growing concern for millions of households, with the financial strain of putting food on the table seemingly ever-increasing, civil society groups said. According to the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group (PMBEJD), the child support grant of R530 was below the average…

DURBAN snake rescuer, Nick Evans, has warned against picking up snakes. This comes after a man, in the south of Durban, picked one up thinking it was harmless, but it turned out to be a stiletto snake. “Stiletto snakes are small snakes, adults usually being around 30cm in length. They are not intimidating, and many assume they’re harmless. However, they are very quick to bite and they possess a cytotoxic venom,” Evans explained. “Fortunately, the bite is not fatal. But it can cause a great deal of tissue damage, swelling and pain.” He further explained that there is no safe way of handling a stiletto snake. Snake removers like himself hold snakes like mambas by their necks. “Do that with a stiletto snake, and it will bite,” Evans said. He…

The ICC Champions Trophy starts on Wednesday, and the Proteas will get a shot at yet another ICC event when they kick off their tournament against the ever-improving Afghanistan later this week. In preparation, the Proteas took on Pakistan and New Zealand in a triangular series, with the Black Caps emerging victorious in the final against hosts Pakistan last week. A large part of Rob Walter's squad was made up of players outside the selected tournament squad, as many of the players were involved in the recently concluded SA20 competition. The series did, however, give the Proteas coach an opportunity to try out a few new faces as the 2027 World Cup is inching closer. South Africa has a painful history with ICC events, and the start of every tournament…

Kaizer Chiefs’ project is not even halfway done but such is the brewing mindset within the team, that the Amakhosi are convinced they are heading in the right direction. Coach Nasreddine Nabi made this bold declaration after his team reached the Nedbank Cup quarter-final after beating Chippa United on Saturday. Chiefs beat the Chilli Boys 3-0 at home to not only progress to the third round of the competition, but keep their chances of winning a trophy in 10 years alive. The 59-year-old hasn’t been able to hit the ground running. He has struggled to keep a consistent front, despite the resilience of the club’s youngsters. Chiefs have, however, shown vast improvement all-round in the last few weeks, winning back-to-back matches, including in the Betway Premiership and Nedbank Cup. The…

In the world of showbiz, it’s not uncommon for stars to keep their nearest and dearest close, blending friendship with professional pursuits. A shining example of this is South African musician and now fashion icon, Tyla. The rising global star has brought her best friend, Thato Nzimande, along for the ride – officially making her the creative director for her Push 2 Start music video. And fans are absolutely loving it. A throwback video of Tyla and Nzimande as high schoolers recently made a comeback on X, showing the two fooling around in a dance challenge. Fast forward a few years, and they’re working side by side, creating one of the most talked-about music videos right now. It’s the kind of full-circle moment that has netizens gushing, with fans…

ALEXI Bizos, who assaulted his now former wife more than nine years ago at their home, which left her with severe injuries, including six broken ribs, was eventually sentenced to a hefty fine and he has to perform community service at a shelter for abused women. The Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court sentenced Bizos, son of the late struggle stalwart George Bizos, on Friday to the R100 000 fine or one year imprisonment, as well as to six months correctional supervision, which includes 20 hours a month of community service at shelters for abused women. AfriForum’s private prosecuting unit, which represented Bizos’ ex-wife, Monique van Oosterhout, welcomed the sentence and said it sends out a strong message to perpetrators of gender-based violence. Magistrate Tshepo Twala said Bizos had shown no remorse for…

IN A PIVOTAL gathering over the weekend, African leaders convened in Addis Ababa for the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU), where pressing issues such as the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the legacies of colonialism and the urgent call for reparations took centre stage. United Nations secretary-general António Guterres said fighting raging in South Kivu threatens to push the entire region over the precipice. “Regional escalation must be avoided at all costs,” Guterres said. “There is no military solution. The deadlock must end – the dialogue must begin. And the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the DRC must be respected.” The remains of the 14 South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers who were killed in fighting in the eastern DRC late last…

COOPERATIVE Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has promised leaders of the Khoi and San community that they will take their seats in houses of traditional leaders in all three spheres of government. Hlabisa was speaking at the three-day all-inclusive national convention of the Khoi and San community leaders at the Birchwood Conference Centre, in Ekurhuleni, set to discuss and find permanent solutions to challenges raised by the community, including their recognition. He described the convention as a national consultation that should contribute to bringing about unity and ultimately cooperation on the leadership and the process for the Khoi and San communities. Hlabisa said there is a National House of Traditional and Khoi and San Leaders but the Khoi and San are not there and are only there…

The Stormers' next three games away from home will likely determine their survival in the United Rugby Championship (URC). After going down 30-23 to a rampant attacking Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday, the return North vs South derby against the Bulls on 1 March at Loftus Versfeld becomes crucial to win. While they are still within reach of the playoffs, the losing streak they are currently on does not spell well for their ambitions of breaking into the top eight of the tournament. After the clash with the Bulls in two weeks, they travel to Scarlets in Wales (21 March) and Ulster in Ireland (28 March) for their final touring campaign matches. “Not winning against the Lions puts us in a position where we must win two of the…

Premier League leaders Liverpool extended their advantage to seven points with a trickier-than-expected 2-1 win over lowly Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield on Sunday courtesy of goals from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah. Arne Slot's team had looked to be cruising at 2-0 after Diaz bundled in on 15 minutes and won a penalty later in the half for strike partner Salah to convert with ease – a 23rd league goal for the league's leading marksman. But Wolves, fighting for their lives near the bottom, gave them a few frights and punished Liverpool for a sloppy second half when Matheus Cunha curled a low shot brilliantly past Alisson in the 67th minute. In an edgy finale, Liverpool held on for the win, taking them to 60 points and still on track…

The Sharks ran the Bulls ragged in their shock 29-19 triumph in Saturday night’s United Rugby Championship derby. It may have been a case of John Plumtree using the tools at his disposal against the high-riding Bulls. The Sharks were shorn of most of their Springbok stars, and knew they did not have the fire-power to take on the Bulls up front (few teams do). So, they turned to the one thing they do have in abundance: pace and fire-power on attack. In the face of the expected Bulls forward onslaught, it proved the difference. Even Bulls coach Jake White complemented the Sharks for the way they used their strike-runners: the likes of Jordan Hendrikse, Lukhanyo Am, Ethan Hooker and Jurenzo Julius. “They’ve got like sevens rugby players at…