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20/12/2025

‎“This Festive Season Will Expose Greed | A Powerful Message to South Africans & the World”
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‎“YOU ARE THE PROBLEM”
‎“GREED IS KILLING US”
‎“PROTECT THE CHILDREN”
‎“THIS MESSAGE WILL HURT”
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‎As the year comes to an end, a powerful call is made to South Africans, Africans, and the diaspora: humanity must come first.
‎This emotional message challenges greed, silence, and indifference—urging people to share clothes, food, dignity, and love with the poorest of the poor during the festive season.
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‎The speech reminds us that children must never be victims of adult conflicts, that generosity should never be recorded or used for control, and that true kindness is given without expectation.
‎It is a plea to protect the future of South Africa by protecting its children—because today’s neglected child may become tomorrow’s leader.
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‎Even in poverty, unemployment, and suffering, the message ends with gratitude for life and a reminder:
‎👉 Be good to your neighbor, because you don’t know who their child will become.
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20/12/2025

‎“He Shaped South Africa’s Future — And Left Too Soon | A Powerful Farewell to Titus Mafulu”
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‎“WE NEEDED HIM NOW”
‎“WHO WILL GUIDE SA NOW?”
‎“A VOICE SOUTH AFRICA LOST”
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‎This powerful tribute honors Comrade Titus Mafulu, a visionary thinker, revolutionary, and political advisor who helped shape South Africa’s direction during a critical period in its history.
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‎More than a speechwriter, Titus was a strategic mind—a man who believed the true purpose of politics was not elections, but setting a clear destination for the nation. From crafting historic January 8 Statements and State of the Nation Addresses, to shaping the philosophical foundation of Freedom Park and authoring the African Odyssey trilogy, his influence reached deep into the soul of South Africa.
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‎Through warm personal stories, sharp political insight, and honest reflection, this farewell captures Titus as a principled activist, a disciplined intellectual, and a servant of the people. His work challenged leaders to ask the hardest question of all:
‎“Where is South Africa today, and where must it be tomorrow?”
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20/12/2025

“LAND, FAITH & SOUTH AFRICA’S FUTURE: Deputy President’s Powerful Speech Shocks the Nation”
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‎“LAND. FAITH. TRUTH.”
‎“THE TRUTH ABOUT LAND”
‎“SOUTH AFRICA AT A CROSSROADS”
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‎South Africa’s Deputy President delivers a powerful, deeply personal address at the 50-Year Golden Jubilee of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Southern Africa.
‎What begins with a light, human moment quickly turns into a historic reflection on faith, land, justice, and reconciliation.
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‎He connects biblical Jubilee principles—freedom, land restoration, and dignity—to South Africa’s painful land history and today’s land reform agenda. Speaking as a believer and son of a bishop, he reveals why working with churches is not politics for him—but a calling.
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‎The speech confronts apartheid’s legacy, honors churches that stood against injustice, and rejects false narratives of racial conflict. It calls for unity, cooperation between farmers, government, and communities, and a renewed moral conscience to fight crime, corruption, and gender-based violence.
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20/12/2025

‎“SOUTH AFRICA ON THE BRINK 🇿🇦 | ANC in Crisis, Nation in Trouble – What Happens Next?”
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‎“WHERE ARE WE GOING?”
‎“SOUTH AFRICA IN CRISIS!”
‎“THE FUTURE LOOKS DARK 🇿🇦”
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‎South Africa stands at a dangerous crossroads. With the ANC facing deep internal crises and the country overwhelmed by economic hardship, corruption, unemployment, and collapsing services, citizens are asking painful questions about the future. Fear, uncertainty, and frustration dominate the national mood. Where is the country heading? Who will fix the problems? And can South Africa still be saved before it’s too late? This video captures the raw anxiety gripping the nation and the urgent call for leadership, accountability, and change.
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19/12/2025

‎POLICE CRACKDOWN! 20,000+ Litres of Alcohol DESTROYED as Illegal Taverns Fall | SAPS Festive Operation
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‎20,000 LITRES DESTROYED!
‎ILLEGAL TAVERNS SHUT DOWN
‎SAPS TAKES ACTION
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‎Western Cape police have delivered a crushing blow to illegal alcohol trade.
‎More than 20,050 litres of alcohol—confiscated from unlawful taverns and shebeens—have been destroyed as part of SAPS’ Safer Festive Season Operation.
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‎Since 13 October 2025, police have shut down 112 illegal taverns across the province, targeting crime hotspots linked to violence, drunk driving, and community unrest.
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‎Authorities say illegal alcohol outlets fuel serious crimes and put lives at risk—especially during the festive season. SAPS has warned that enforcement will intensify, and offenders will face the full might of the law.
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18/12/2025

‎“DEADLY STORMS RETURN: SA Braces for Extreme Weather This Festive Season | Weather Warning”
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‎“Severe Storms, Floods & Lightning: SA Weather Service Issues Urgent Warning”
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‎“La Niña Looms: Why This Festive Season Could Turn DEADLY”
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‎“DANGER THIS FESTIVE SEASON!”
‎“STORMS • FLOODS • LOSS OF LIFE”
‎“WEATHER WARNING: DON’T IGNORE THIS”
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‎As South Africans prepare to travel, reunite with loved ones, and celebrate the festive season, a serious weather warning has been issued.
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‎The South African Weather Service confirms that the country is entering a high-risk weather period, following devastating storms and floods that have already claimed lives and destroyed infrastructure in KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Gauteng, and the Eastern Cape.
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‎More than 100 lives were lost in recent flooding events — a tragic reminder that severe weather is not just an inconvenience, but a deadly threat.
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‎Looking ahead to December 2025 through April 2026, meteorologists warn of a weak La Niña system developing — a climate pattern known to bring above-normal rainfall to central and eastern South Africa.
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‎While this may benefit agriculture and water supplies, it also significantly increases the risk of flash floods, especially in flood-prone areas, informal settlements, and regions with poor drainage.
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‎⚠️ Severe thunderstorms are expected:
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‎Heavy downpours
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‎Damaging winds
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‎Large hail
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‎Dangerous lightning
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‎Localised flooding
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‎Possible tornado activity in extreme cases
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‎During the festive season, afternoon and evening thunderstorms will dominate large parts of the country, particularly along the east coast and interior regions.
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‎The Weather Service urges the public to:
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‎Take official warnings seriously
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‎Avoid flooded roads and bridges
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‎Seek shelter during storms
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‎Secure vehicles and property
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‎Monitor updates via SAWS, radio, TV, and trusted media
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‎This festive season, checking the weather could save your life.
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‎Staying informed is no longer optional — it is a matter of life and death.
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17/12/2025

‎“ILLEGAL. UNSAFE. DEADLY: Inside South Africa’s SHOCKING Building Collapse Crisis”
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‎“THIS SHOULD NEVER HAVE STOOD”“NO PLANS. NO PERMITS. DEADLY RESULTS.”
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‎South Africa is once again mourning lives lost to a preventable construction disaster. Following the collapse of the Redcliffe Temple, the Council for the Built Environment (CBE) has released shocking preliminary findings exposing illegal construction, total regulatory failure, and dangerously substandard building practices.
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‎Officials confirm the structure never passed any of the legally required construction gates. No approved plans. No authorization to build. No safety permits. No occupancy clearance. The four-storey building was unlawful, unsupervised, and structurally compromised from the start.
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‎Investigators revealed powdery, weak concrete, no vibration during pouring, thin slabs, poor reinforcement, and faulty formwork, leading to catastrophic failure within minutes. Alarmingly, this collapse is not an isolated incident—it forms part of a disturbing national pattern of building failures stretching back over a decade.
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‎Government has now launched a three-pronged investigation covering technical design failures, governance and regulatory breakdowns, and systemic weaknesses across the construction industry. Immediate nationwide action against illegal buildings has been announced, alongside criminal investigations and public safety campaigns.
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17/12/2025

‎“TEMPLE COLLAPSE TRAGEDY: Illegal Construction, Lives Lost & Criminal Probe Launched”
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‎“ILLEGAL BUILD. 5 DEAD.”
‎“FAITH SHATTERED”
‎“CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION BEGINS”
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‎On 12 December, just before 12:30, a four-storey structure under construction collapsed onto an existing Hindu temple, trapping workers beneath tons of concrete and steel. What followed was a massive, coordinated rescue effort involving fire and rescue services, SAPS search and rescue, medical teams, disaster management units, engineers, drones, and heavy machinery.
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‎Despite tireless efforts, the operation ended in heartbreak.
‎Five lives were lost.
‎Several others were rescued with minor to moderate injuries.
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‎Rescue teams faced unstable structures, reinforced concrete, cliffside access, and no worker register, forcing a shift from rescue to recovery. The site has now been sealed and handed over for criminal investigation.
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‎Preliminary findings reveal a disturbing truth:
‎➡️ The building was constructed without municipal approval
‎➡️ The land was zoned as a conservation reserve
‎➡️ No inspections were conducted
‎➡️ The structure was illegal
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‎Government leaders, engineers, and regulators have now stepped in. A prohibition notice has been issued. The Department of Employment and Labour is leading investigations, supported by national built-environment authorities.
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‎As families mourn, burial services, psychosocial support, and international diplomatic assistance — including from the Republic of India — have been mobilized.
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‎This was not just an accident.
‎This was a failure of compliance, oversight, and accountability.
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‎And now, the message from leadership is clear:
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17/12/2025

“BUILDING COLLAPSE EXPOSED: Illegal Construction, Criminal Negligence & a Deadly Failure”
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‎“ILLEGAL BUILDING!” “CRIME SCENE • PEOPLE DIED”
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‎A deadly building collapse has sent shockwaves across South Africa. Preliminary investigations reveal a catastrophic structural failure during concrete pouring — likely caused by formwork collapse, substandard materials, and illegally constructed reinforced columns.
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‎Shocking findings suggest no approved building plans, no construction permits, and possible illegal occupation before certification. The concrete itself appeared powdery and friable, raising serious concerns about material quality and professional oversight.
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‎Authorities have now declared the site a crime scene, with criminal, technical, and labor investigations underway. The Council for the Built Environment, SAPS, and national government are working together to uncover who is responsible — and why this tragedy was allowed to happen.
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‎With lives lost, families devastated, and evidence pointing to possible criminal negligence, this disaster has reignited urgent questions about regulation failures, municipal oversight, and systemic corruption in the built environment.
‎South Africa has been warned: we can never normalize building collapses.
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17/12/2025

Madlanga Commission SHOCK: Ramaphosa Blocks Interim Report but Orders IMMEDIATE Criminal Charges
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‎“REPORT HIDDEN — ARRESTS COMING?”
‎“SECRET REPORT, CRIMINAL CHARGES!”
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‎President Cyril Ramaphosa has decided not to release the highly anticipated interim report of the Madlanga Commission — a move that has sparked intense public debate and suspicion.
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‎But behind the secrecy lies a powerful directive.
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‎According to the Presidency, the President is “quite keen” for the commission to immediately pursue criminal referrals against anyone implicated in wrongdoing — even before the final report is released.
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‎Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya insists the interim report is “half-baked”, warning that public debate at this stage could undermine justice. Several witnesses are expected to return to testify, as the commission continues probing allegations of political interference in policing and the infiltration of criminal syndicates within law enforcement.
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‎At the heart of the inquiry are explosive claims by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, including allegations that the Political Killings Task Team was deliberately dismantled to protect politically connected figures.
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16/12/2025

“‘WE ARE UNITED!’ Gayton McKenzie Defends the GNU & Backs Ramaphosa Until 2029 | Reconciliation Day”
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‎“RAMAPHOSA UNTIL 2029!”
‎“GNU UNDER FIRE — McKENZIE FIRES BACK!”
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‎In a powerful Reconciliation Day address, Minister Gayton McKenzie strongly defends South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU), pushing back against critics and political divisions.
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‎McKenzie declares that South Africans are united under President Cyril Ramaphosa’s leadership, emphasizing stability, cooperation, and national progress. He confidently states that President Ramaphosa will lead the country until 2029, calling for unity over division in a crucial political moment.
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16/12/2025

“Reconciliation Day SHOCKER: Gayton McKenzie Thanks Germany & Calls on Ramaphosa to Speak”
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‎“GERMANY SPOKE FIRST!”
‎“NO GENOCIDE?”
‎“RECONCILIATION OR CONTROVERSY?”
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‎South Africa’s Reconciliation Day takes a dramatic turn as Minister Gayton McKenzie delivers bold and unexpected remarks before a national audience.
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‎In a powerful address, McKenzie thanks the German Ambassador, claiming Germany was the first country to state that there was no genocide in South Africa — a statement that immediately sparks attention and debate.
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‎As the atmosphere intensifies, McKenzie invites President Cyril Ramaphosa to take the stage, shifting the moment from reflection to national focus.
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