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Funda Mpondo Festival Ignites African Voices
By Duncan Mnisi Port St Johns & Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape – In an era where global narratives often overshadow local voices, the Funda Mpondo Literary Festival stands as a vibrant platform dedicated to amplifying the stories, heritage, and languages of South Africa’s rural communities. Led by Nomawele Njongo under the auspices of KwaziThina Publishers, the…
Community Demands Urgent Repairs to Lone Creek Falls Road in Mpumalanga
By Duncan Mnisi Sabie, Mpumalanga – Local residents, tourism operators, and visitors are once again raising alarm over the worsening state of the road leading to Lone Creek Falls, one of the Panorama Route’s most iconic attractions. For more than two decades, the community has appealed to authorities to repair the Old Lydenburg Road, but…
Historic Highgate Hotel Massacre to Be Revisited: High Court Sets Dates for Inquest
By Duncan Mnisi East London – In a significant development aimed at uncovering the truth behind the infamous 1993 Highgate Hotel massacre, the South African High Court has officially scheduled inquest proceedings. The case, which has lingered in the shadows for more than three decades, will be formally examined from September 1 to 5, 2025….
Mpumalanga Marks 10 Years of Cultural Xperience with New Summer Anthem
By Duncan Mnisi Mpumalanga has unveiled a new summer anthem, Phuma Langa, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience (MPUCE). The track, recorded last week at Dawsons Trout and Lodge in eManzana, brings together 14 young local artists under the guidance of the Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation and Redamancy…