
Lavish Living, Unpaid Taxes: Roux Shabangu’s Sequestration Battle with SARS
Today, we dive into a juicy story that’s been making waves in South Africa. It’s all about Roux Shabangu, a big-time property mogul, who’s found himself in hot water with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). A court just ruled to sequestrate his personal estate and family trust over a

Tackling Rape Culture: South Africa’s Fight to Protect Teenagers
Let’s discuss something really important that’s happening in South Africa. The Department of Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities has sent out a loud and clear message: we need to tackle rape culture head-on. It’s heartbreaking to see more and more cases of rape and murder involving young girls and

Ramaphosa-Putin Talks Signal Stronger Russia-South Africa Collaboration
The BRICS summit in 2024 brought together some of the world’s most influential emerging economies. Among the key figures present were Russian President Vladimir Putin and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Their bilateral talks on the sidelines of the summit caught everyone’s attention, hinting at a deepening partnership between these

From Tears to Tranquility: Strategies for Supporting an Emotional Child
We’ve all been there – our little one suddenly bursts into tears, and we’re left wondering what could have triggered such an emotional response. As parents, it’s important to remember that crying is a normal part of childhood. It’s not a “problem” to be fixed, but rather a call for

The Power of Change: A Step-by-Step Guide to Overcoming Bad Habits
Bad habits can really hold us back in life. They’re like those pesky weeds in a garden that keep popping up and stopping our flowers from blooming. When we have habits that don’t serve us well, it’s harder to grow and succeed in the ways we want to. Think about

Mastering Success: How to Align Your Life with Purpose and Wisdom
Time is a precious gift that we often take for granted. As Psalms 39:4 reminds us, “Show me, Lord, my life’s end and the number of my days; let me know how fleeting my life is.” This verse beautifully captures the limited nature of our time on earth. Think about

Finding Your Voice at Work: Overcoming Fear and Speaking Up
Have you ever sat in a meeting, bursting with ideas, but couldn’t speak up? Or maybe you’ve had a brilliant solution to a problem, but hesitated to share it with your colleagues? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many of us have experienced these moments of silence in the workplace, where

South Africa’s Food Crisis: Overhauling South Africa’s Broken Food System
Here is something really important that’s happening in South Africa right now. Did you know that a huge number of people in our country are struggling to put food on the table? It’s a serious problem that we can’t ignore anymore. According to a recent survey by the Human Sciences

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Tito Mboweni: From Labour Rights to Fiscal Reform
In recognition of the immense contributions to South Africa, by Dr. Tito Mbowen, President Cyril Ramaphosa has decided to honor him with a Special Official Funeral Category 2. This category of funeral is reserved for distinguished persons and is characterized by elements of military ceremonial honors. It’s a fitting tribute
