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Orlando Pirates Monnapule Saleng’s Move to Kaizer Chiefs: Former Buccaneer Doubts Transfer Rumours

Soccer · Soweto

Orlando Pirates Monnapule Saleng’s Move to Kaizer Chiefs: Former Buccaneer Doubts Transfer Rumours

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Monnapule Saleng is set for a dramatic career revival after a turbulent season with Orlando Pirates, a saga sparked by a costly contract oversight that may have handed Kaizer Chiefs a massive transfer coup. As the 2024/2025 season wrapped up, Saleng finally looked ahead with a sense of reprieve, ready to reboot his career after spending months frozen out of the Buccaneers’ plans. His fourth campaign since joining Pirates turned sour due to confu…See the Story

Kaizer Chiefs reignite pursuit as Sundowns prepare for exit

Soweto · Soweto

Kaizer Chiefs reignite pursuit as Sundowns prepare for exit

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Kaizer Chiefs are set to make headlines once again as they revive their interest in a familiar target, Nigerian striker Etiosa Ighodaro, with fresh optimism that a deal could finally materialise. After missing out on him two seasons ago, the Soweto giants are now carefully monitoring Ighodaro’s situation at Mamelodi Sundowns. Chiefs had initially tried to land the striker when he was on loan at Chippa United, but their efforts fell short as Sund…Read Article

Shock twist: Orlando Pirates tipped to make big announcement

Orlando Pirates · Soweto

Shock twist: Orlando Pirates tipped to make big announcement

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Days after confirming his departure, Orlando Pirates FC are reportedly set to welcome one of their legends back to the club! The Buccaneers are set to begin a new chapter in their glorious history next season. This comes after the Soweto giants said goodbye to legendary coach Jose Riveiro. Part of their new future however, will reportedly be a familiar face who came through their academy and made a name for himself at the club! READ MORE • Trans…Read Article

NYDA warns of generation trapped between education and unemployment

By Thapelo Molefe Young South Africans are increasingly becoming more educated, but that education is not translating into employment, warns National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) chairperson Asanda Luwaca. “The skills gained through our basic education system are not aligned with the needs of industry or the demands of the future,” Luwaca said, highlighting the crisis that continues to undermine the country’s democratic gains. She was speaki…Education · Soweto Read Article

Soweto dumping sites to be turned into parks and gyms

By Selloane Ntshonyane The KleenaJoburg 100 Spots campaign will clear illegal dumping sites with help from Pikitup, local vendors, residents and law enforcement. The goal is to clean up areas near homes and schools, and turn them into parks, gyms and business spaces. Johannesburg is getting a major clean-up. Mayor Dada Morero has launched the KleenaJoburg 100 Spots campaign to remove illegal dumping sites and restore public spaces. The campaig…Soweto · Soweto Read Article

Ma-E Highlights Kasi Hip-Hop Disrespect After Fan Dismisses Maggz From Upcoming All-Star Collaboration - SA Hip Hop Mag

The post Ma-E Highlights Kasi Hip-Hop Disrespect After Fan Dismisses Maggz From Upcoming All-Star Collaboration appeared first on SA Hip Hop Mag. Ma-E Highlights Kasi Hip-Hop Disrespect After Fan Dismisses Maggz From Upcoming All-Star Collaboration. A moment of excitement in South African hip-hop turned into a heated cultural discussion this week after a fan expressed their desire to see a track featuring only Stogie T, A-Reece, and Nasty C, omi…Soweto · Soweto Read Article

SOWETO SW Saleng signs pre-contract with Kaizer Chiefs?

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Monnapule Saleng is believed (per SoccerLaduma) to have signed a pre-contract with Kaizer Chiefs following a tumultuous season at Orlando Pirates. Negotiations between the parties have yet to be confirmed, but if this is the case, Orlando Pirates legend doesn’t see it working out for the 27-year-old. “Is he (Saleng) that type of a player that can really play for Chiefs, the way they are playing? I don’t think so,” Vilikazi questioned. “An exampl…Orlando Pirates · Soweto Read Article

South Africa: Earthlife Africa Celebrates Africa Day To Accelerate The Energy Just Transition

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Earthlife Africa Johannesburg hosted a 'Scamtho' (community dialogue) with communities in Soweto to call on government, different stakeholders and everyone to fast track a people-led just transition to a low-carbon economy, to protect South Africa and the wider African continent from fossil fuel extraction and further climate change risks.Business · Soweto Read Article

MTN South Africa Launches US$5 Smartphones to Accelerate 4G Migration

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mtn-south-africa-launches-us5-smartphones-to-accelerate-4g-migration/MTN South Africa has begun distributing 4G smartphones priced at $5 to prepaid customers, targeting 1.2 million long-term users still reliant on legacy networks. CEO Charles Molapisi confirmed the initiative launched in Soweto with 1,700 devices deployed, expanding to townships in Pretor…Smartphones · Soweto See the Story

Kaizer Chiefs transfer news: Four players axed

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Kaizer Chiefs transfer news is here, as they wasted no time in launching their squad overhaul ahead of the 2025/2026 season. Confirming that plans to refresh their playing personnel are already well underway. The Soweto giants, fresh off a historic end to their campaign, have parted ways with four players. Njabulo Blom, Sabelo Radebe, and the DStv Diski Challenge duo of Siphesihle Tati and Ntandoyenkosi Nkosi. Trophy glory marks turning point fo…Soweto · Soweto Read Article

Orlando Pirates latest transfer news: Mbokazi, Nemtajela, Matuludi

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Orlando Pirates are set to go big in the next transfer window as they look to beef up their squad. The Buccaneers had an average season despite a promising start. After winning two trophies in the past two seasons, Pirates finished with just the MTN8 to show after losing out in the Nedbank Cup final. The Sea Robbers’ biggest disappointment was their inconsistency in the league, which allowed Mamelodi Sundowns to run away with the title. The team…Orlando Pirates · Soweto Read Article

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