Malema hits campaign trail in Soweto ahead of Ward 24 by-election on May 14

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A family in Magogoe village, Mahikeng, is demanding justice after their seven-year-old son developed ongoing health issues, allegedly due to corporal punishment at Dikakanyo Primary School. The boy, who was in Grade One at the time of the incident in July last year, now suffers from severe migraines. His mother claims the child was assaulted by a teacher for sharpening a pencil during class.  The mother says the teacher slammed the boy’s head ag…

Malema hits campaign trail in Soweto ahead of Ward 24 by-election on May 14

By Akani Nkuna EFF leader Julius Malema launched a charm offensive in Freedom Park, Soweto, on Sunday, urged residents to vote for his party in the crucial by-elections set for 14 May. The EFF leader appealed for votes to help the red berets party strengthen its presence in the area, promising efficient, high-quality service delivery in return. His remarks were part of the party’s final campaign push ahead of the crucial local polls in Ward 24 o…