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18/09/2022

Mbalula must account for Pongola's horror crash

After the horrific accident that killed 21 people, including 19 school children, between the truck and a bakkie on Friday, calls for minister Fikile Mbalula to account are mounting.

This comes after a twitter user who goes by the name of shared messages he has been sending to minister Mbalula, begging for help on that same road. In some cases, he even shared videos with the minister, indicating how dangerous that road is, as truck drivers operate lawlessly.

A tweet from June 13,2019 read: " I am from a small town called Pongola in Northern KZN, we have N2 crossing in the middle of the town, there are no robots to control the traffic and it is only a matter of time before a huge accident that will take many lives happen..."

He further mentioned that, their pleas to the municipality to repair the road and install traffic lights fell on deaf ears.

As early as three weeks ago in August 26,2022, again pleaded with minister Mbalula and SANRAL for help. He wrote
" Trucks are killing us on the Pongola N2 , no traffic cops manning this route except local traffic cops when trucks get to town. We request your urgent intervention." No reply came from either the minister or SANRAL

However, in the contrary, a celebrity known as Anele Mdoda wrote a tweet to the minister about potholes that damaged two of her tyres, the minister responded immediately instructing Anele to DM (direct message) him.

Black Twitter now suggests that, should been a celebrity, those 21 people would still be alive, because the minister would have taken him seriously.

Meanwhile, the driver who fled the scene after the accident, handed himself over to the police on Saturday. He is expected to appear before the Pongola Magistrate’s Court on Monday.

It is expected that the community will come in numbers to see the mass murderer who cut the lives of many young children short, MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal, Mr Sipho Hlomuka will be in attendance in court.

08/09/2022

Breaking News : Britain's has died aged 96

The British Royal Family has confirmed the passing of the Queen of England, Queen Elizabeth II.

"The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow." read the statement published by the Royal House.

More details will follow.

29/08/2022

TRANSNET FORMER GROUP CEO BRIAN MOLEFE AND FORMER CFO ANOJ SINGH AND OTHERS ARRESTED

Former Group Chief Executive of Transnet Mr Brian Molefe, and former Group Chief Financial Officer Anoj Singh, Regiments Capital Directors Niven Pillay and Litha Nyhonhya appeared before the Palm Ridge Specialised Crimes Court on Monday morning after being arrested by the NPA’s Investigating Directorate, assisted by the Hawks.

The former Transnet executives and their co-accused are charged with contravention of the PFMA and fraud, while the other accused are charged with fraud, corruption and money laundering.

The senior executives arrested today were granted bail of R50 000 each. The accused are Pillay, Nyhonhya, Molefe and Singh, the bail conditions include handing in of their passports. The state further issued warrants of arrest for Salim Essa and Ashok Narayan who is currently out of the country. All of the accused are expected to return to court on the 14 October 2022.

23/08/2022

There won't any lawlessness tolarated on the national shutdown - Bheki Cele

The Minister of Police Bheki Cele has warned that any lawlessness will be dealt with dicisively during the planned national shutdown.

This comes after the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure confirmed that they are aware of posts on social media calling for a national shutdown.

In a statement released on Tuesday afternoon, it said, law enforcement agencies are on high alert to ensure the safety of citizens and has discouraged people from taking part in illegal activities.

Local policing forums have been urged to work with police to prevent any lawlessness in communities.

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu) led by Zwelinzima Vavi plans to lead thousands of workers and activists in a nationwide strike on Wednesday (24 August) against high unemployment, increased electricity tariffs and steep increases in fuel and transport costs.

The trade union federation has asked all unions to join the strike but only a handful have agreed to down tools on 24 August, Saftu SG Vavi told the news reporters.

14/08/2022

Miss SA crown returns to Limpopo

Ndavi Nokeri has been crowned Miss SA 2022, following in the footsteps of 2020 winner Shudufhadzo Musida.

The 23-year-old from Tzaneen, Limpopo, was the fan-favourite after she cracked the top five as the only contestant voted by the public into the coveted spot. Her runner-up was Ayanda Thabethe from Maritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Black Excellence Network wishes Ndavi all the best as she takes on the world as Miss South Africa

07/08/2022

Asande Did it for Mzansi!

It was a bumpy road for Asande Mabika who represented South Africa at the Miss Teen Tourism Earth 2022 in the Philippines. But, it was all worth it.

Asande who hails from Thandizwe in Manguzi, the Northern KwaZulu-Natal, started her journey while she was still finishing her matric (grade 12), a journey she described as challenging but yet fulfilling.

On Saturday 06 August 2022, Asande represented SA in an international pageant in the Philippines.

"I am overwhelmed with joy, the support I received was absolutely amazing, I cannot not mention my national costume designed by , this dress was everything, it clearly represented the convergence diversity of South African society" the excited teen told Black Excellence Network.

Even though Asande did not eventually win the Miss Teen Tourism Earth crown, she however, walked away with Miss Tourism Best Personality Award! And that's Black Excellence!

B. E. N wishes to convey its sincere congratulations to Asande!

06/08/2022

Mob Violence is not a Solution - President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa says mob attacks are not the answer to dealing with illegal miners. Residents from several areas on Gauteng's West Rand went on the rampage against zama zamas after the brutal gang r**e of eight women at a Krugersdorp mine dump a week ago.

Ramaphosa said the community must leave the matter to the police.

Meanwhile, Lesotho Prime Minister Moeketsi Majoro wrote a letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa condemning the recent attack on eight women. Majoro condemned the unacceptable behaviour allegedly committed by people from his country calling it "The act of terror" He further asked for forgiveness on behalf of his nation.

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24/07/2022

Ramaphosa finally speaks after a long wait as delegates couldn't give him a chance

Newly elected ANC KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Sboniso Duma had to plead with delegates on Sunday evening to allow President Cyril Ramaphosa an opportunity to speak and address plenary.

Amid confusion as to whether or not, the president would be attending the KZN provincial conference, eventually he arrived at the Olive Convention Centre

However, drama started as soon as Ramaphosa got out of his car, he was greeted by Duma. Other ANC members who had gathered outside the venue started singing "Wenzeni uZuma."

The trend continued when Ramaphosa went inside plenary to address the conference's 1608 voting delegates.

The President was greeted by boos inside and Wenzeni uZuma chant continued, this time, louder. It was only when Duma took the mic to plead with his comrades to show "revolutionary discipline" that the delegates finally gave Ramaphosa audience.

15/07/2022

Former USA president Dolald Trump's former wife passed away.

Ivana Trump, the first wife of Donald Trump and the mother of his three oldest children, died at age 73.

The former president said she died at her home in New York City.

Ivana Trump was Donald Trump's first wife. They had three children together: Donald Jr., Ivanka and Eric Trump.

"Our mother was an incredible woman -- a force in business, a world-class athlete, a radiant beauty, and caring mother and friend," the Trump family said in a statement.

Adding that, she was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman, who led a great and inspirational life. Her pride and joy were her three children.

10/07/2022

BREAKING NEWS!! ANOTHER TARVEN MASSACRE IN SA

13 people have been shot dead at Nomzamo Tavern in Orlando East, Soweto, and four others are in critical condition in hospital.

Police Commissioner in Gauteng Mr Elias Mawela confirmed the incident, saying it happened in the early hours of Sunday morning.

"Primary investigations suggest the people were enjoying themselves in the tavern, and unknown gunmen just came in and shot at them randomly."-said Mawela

Adding that the detectives are still on the scene.

It is further reported that the victims are estimated to be between the ages of 19 and 35 years.

This is a developing story.

26/06/2022

At least 22 young men and women found DEAD in East London tavern

Twenty-two people have been found dead at an East London beer joint. According to the reports, the bodies of the victims are scattered across the Enyobeni tavern and authorities are currently investigating the scene.

It is reported that this horrific scene unfolded in the early hours of Sunday morning with frantic messages requesting police, metro and ambulance assistance at Enyobeni Tavern in Scenery Park, East London.

Even though there's no official cause of death reported, unconfirmed reports suggests that the 22 victims are young school student who were apparently celebrating their pens down event at the tavern.

It is further alleged that the owner of the Shebeen wanted to close the place but the young stars refused to leave, it is said that he then sprayed an undisclosed gas to force them out, but unfortunately it killed them instead.

Horrifying images from inside the tarven seen by B. E. N are not suitable for publication in respect of the deceased and their families.

This is a developing story, official findings will be announced as soon as Black Excellence Network receives update.

24/06/2022

Young mom fear for her life as abusive partner vows to kill her and their children.

Dudu Khumalo has become a regular at Manguzi Police station as she frequently reports various cases stemming from r**e, assault, intimidation and all sorts of abuse. However, none of these cases have ever made it to court.

What should have been a fairytale of two childhood lovers, has become a matter of life and death. Ms Khumalo told Black Excellence Network about her horryifing ordeal. She says she has been living with Dumisani Mthembu who works as a Switchboard Operator at Manguzi hospital for 15 years, they share 4 children together, of which only 3 are alive as one died as a result of physical abuse when she was pregnant.

"I am so afraid for my life, he tells me all the time that he will kill me and my children, I have broken ribs and scars from broken bottles he hit me with on my head. Sometimes I wish he could just kill me once, this is too much." - sorbed MaKhumalo.

Black Excellence Network called Manguzi Police station and spoke to Captain Mkhathini who is quite familiar with the matter. He said he is well aware of Dudu's matter but there's nothing he can do because Dudu has opened several cases and later comes back to withdraw them.

"She was here yesterday, I showed her all her case files, we are waiting for her to come open another case if she wants, but the problem is that she goes back home and make out with the suspect, then come back here to withdraw the case, we can't do anything, it is her choice. "-Said Captain Mkhathini

MaKhumalo says Dumisani would r**e her several times when he returns from drinking at the tarvens.

"He comes here and just pull my panties off, shove his hands inside me and r**e me. Recently he even took my panties to a guy he accuses me of dating, he beat up the guy claiming he sleeps with me. He says that I am a pr******te and I sell my services for R5, he has evidence from my alleged customers." - she said.

It is further reported that Dumisani would frequently chase her and the children away from home, and later beg them to return.

"We were fine before, but since he started working at the hospital, he changed. He doesn't want me to work. I tried selling clothes before and he would beat me up and say I am embarrassing him to his friends, and I should stop." - painfully narrated Dudu.

Dumisani did not want to speak to Black Excellence as he constantly dropped the call when our journalist introduced herself to him.

Black Excellence Network is following up on a new case Dudu just open which include R**e, assault and intimation.

15/06/2022

Police officers shot and robbed on N12

A police officer was killed and another critically injured during a shootout along the N12 in Johannesburg on Monday afternoon.

The killers are alleged to have robbed the police of their fi****ms and handcuffs.

According to a police report, the injured constable in critical condition, was shot in the face, shoulder, upper arm and wrist.

The two police officers had responded a to complaint of a truck believed to be hijacked on the N12.

The police have launched a manhunt, and are investigating murder and attempted murder cases.

Police offered their condolences to the family of the deceased officer.

06/06/2022

Gupta Brothers arrested in Dubai

Two of the three Gupta brothers, Rajesh and Atul Gupta have been reportedly arrested in Dubai, more than four months after Interpol issued a red notice for them in connection with fraud and money laundering charges.

The brothers are wanted in connection with the R24.9 million Nulane Investment fraud and money laundering case, which will proceed in the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein in September.

It is reported that a high-level meeting of law enforcement agencies took place in Pretoria earlier this evening, to discuss the recent developments.

What is your view on this matter? .

06/06/2022

Zikhala Ngempela as KZN premier Sihle Zikalala exchange blows with Ngizwe Mchunu

KwaZulu-Natal premier Sihle Zikalala has opened an assault and crimen injuria case against former Ukhozi FM broadcaster Ngizwe Mchunu.

In a statement released by Zikala's office, it said the case had been opened at the Durban Central police station after the two were involved in a confrontation on Saturday.

“Charges against Mchunu include assault and crimen injuria after an incident which took place during the Ingoma Kazwelonke competition held at Moses Mabhida Stadium,” said the Premier's spokesperson Lennox Mabaso.

Meanwhile, the former Ukhozi FM radio presenter, Ngizwe Mchunu says he was the first one to open a criminal complaint at the Durban Central Police Station against Zikalala for alleged assault because he first was attacked by Zikalala.

He said while at the event, he had been summoned by Zikalala and, as a form of respect, he knelt down besides the premier to hear what he had to say. This was in full view of other delegates.

“He asked me wangifunani wena?” which could translate to "why are you always after me."? - claimed Mchunu

“Hitting me in a public space, I was carrying a stick and I got an opportunity to hit him back and very hard. I wondered what is going to happen because now amongst us some had to be superior and think about the rest of the South African people,” said the Azikhale sensation who's also the president of Amabhinca nation.

“Although he was sitting, he was extremely drunk. Even before I responded ... he hit me. Nomagugu Simelane, the MEC of health, rose up and said don't do this ... She was in tears because she knows exactly what damage the premier was causing hitting me in front of everyone,” alleged Ngizwe.

Black Excellence Network will keep you posted with the developments of the story and the cases opened.

03/06/2022

Announcement!!!

Kaizer Chiefs will sadly not renew Bernard Parker’s contract when it expires at the end of June 2022. Parker, a bona fide Kaizer Chiefs legend, will leave the Club he has served with distinction for 11 years...

02/06/2022

Young mother hospitlized and under heavy police guard after killing her 2 kids.

A young woman is currently fighting for her life in Mseleni hospital after attempting to take her life. This comes after she had killed two of her four children.

This lady identified as Sne Mbali Mthembu of Bungwanini area in Mbazwana, is reported to have had an altercation with her mother regarding these two children she had left home when visiting her boyfriend.

"The youngest daughter got sick when Mbali was away, my aunt called her several times but she didn't pick up. So she hired a van to take the kids to her, upon arrival, she told her the way to get off before dumping the kids with her." - Said one od the relative who asked not to be name to avoid further family feud.

She added that Mbali got upset and later returned home. That is where she poisoned her boy child who's estimated between 6-7 years of age, and immediately hanged her youngest girl child by the tree using a wire.

Anonymous said Mbali then removed the child from the tree and put her back in the house, and then took the same metal rod and went to the bush to hang herself after eating some of the poison. However, she didn't die. She was found by family members who went looking for her after the gruesome discovery.

Mbali is under heavy police watch in hospital and she will be taken straight to police cells immediately after her hospital discharge. She will face 2 counts of murder cases.
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01/06/2022

Kelly mistakenly shot using Longwe's gun Senzo - Court told

The Gauteng High Court has heard that an eyewitness will testify that singer Kelly Khumalo shot Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa dead by mistake.

Defence lawyer Advocate Malesela Teffo told the court the version of events will be presented by a witness who has not yet been called in the trial.

Teffo said the witness would testify that Meyiwa was shot by Khumalo, using a revolver that belonged to Longwe Twala. Meyiwa was shot and killed at Khumalo's mother's house in Vosloorus in October 2014.

This is an ongoing case, more updates will be made as it progresses.

Kelly mistakenly shot Senzo using Longwe's gun Senzo - Court told

The Gauteng High Court has heard that an eyewitness will testify that singer Kelly Khumalo shot Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa dead by mistake.

Defence lawyer Advocate Malesela Teffo told the court the version of events will be presented by a witness who has not yet been called in the trial.

Teffo said the witness would testify that Meyiwa was shot by Khumalo, using a revolver that belonged to Longwe Twala. Meyiwa was shot and killed at Khumalo's mother's house in Vosloorus in October 2014.

This is an ongoing case, more updates will be made as it progresses.

30/05/2022

Ramaphosa under fire after Glencore corruption scandal

Former Eskom chief executive Matshela Koko confirmed that he is currently consulting lawyers about igniting fresh investigations into President Cyril Ramaphosa-linked Glencore and its dirty deals at the power utility.

This comes after the international company made headlines around the world for corruption and a bribery network that sought to advance the company's international influence.

Glencore International has pleaded guilty and agreed to pay $1 186 billion (R18 461bn) in fines and penalties for corrupt practices in dealing with foreign governments.

Former Eskom bosses Brian Molefe and Koko both testified that there had been an adversarial relationship between the power utility and Glencore.

Ramaphosa, who was then head of government business and overseeing Eskom, was also chair of Glencore at the same time.

Further allegations were made by yet another Former Eskom CEO Brian Molefe who alleged that President Cyril Ramaphosa had unjustifiable coal contract worth R1.4 billion awarded to Glencore in 2012. Molefe further alleged that Ramaphosa had acquired a 9.4% stake in Optimum Mine which was later bought by Glencore.

20/05/2022

MaMkhize to the rescue! Dr Zweli Mkhize fixes things with son and SIU

Royal AM owner and businesswoman Shauwn “MaMkhize” Mkhize has come to the rescue to the former health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize whom she called her ‘father". On Thursday, MaMkhize took to her Instagram page to announce that she took it as the big sister” to unite the former minister and his son Dedani Mkhize ahead of the family’s festivities.

In August 2019, Dr Mkhize stepped down as the health minister following the “digital vibes” corruption scandal. Daily Maverick reported that Dedani Mkhize received R3.4-million in cash payments from recipients of some of the proceeds from the contract, according to the Special Investigation Units (SIU) ‘s findings.

According to MaMkhize, Dedani has now paid back all the money in question to the SIU.

"I’m glad that Dedani did the right thing by paying back all the money in question to the SIU and allowing the law to run its cause.

When all is said and done family comes first and politics last. We are bound by blood and we owe it to ourselves to be our own peacemakers no matter what." - Part of MaMkhize's Instagram post reads.

The Special Investigating Unit has declined to comment on claims that former health minister Zweli Mkhize's son, Dedani, has allegedly paid back the money he received from Digital Vibes.

*Do you think that Dr Zweli Mkhize is now clean to run for ANC Presidency? * share your comments!