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Sizok’thola Host Xolani Khumalo Announced as ActionSA’s Mayoral Candidate for Ekurhuleni By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News insightjozinews.blogspot.com In a move that has stunned both political circles and television audiences, Sizok’thola presenter Xolani Khumalo has officially been announced as ActionSA’s candidate for Mayor of the City of Ekurhuleni. The announcement was made earlier today by the party’s president, Herman Mashaba, signaling what could be one of the most intriguing political shake-ups in recent local government history. Khumalo, best known for his fearless work on the Moja Love reality show Sizok’thola, where he exposes drug dealers and confronts crime in communities, has built a strong public image as a man of action — unafraid to tackle corruption and social decay head-on. His transition from television to politics seems to align naturally with his passion for community justice and accountability. In his new political role, Khumalo is expected to bring the same di...

 The Mysterious Death of Ambassador Nathi Mthethwa By Noko Maleka – Insight Jozi News South Africa has been plunged into shock and uncertainty after the sudden and mysterious death of Ambassador Nkosinathi “Nathi” Mthethwa, former cabinet minister and most recently South Africa’s envoy to France. Mthethwa was found dead outside the Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile, having fallen from its 22nd floor, a room he had reserved just hours earlier. French investigators confirmed that the hotel window, normally secure, had been forced open. His wife had reported him missing the previous night after receiving a “worrying message”, and his phone was last traced near the Bois de Boulogne, west of Paris. Authorities in France have opened a full investigation into whether his death was suicide, accident, or foul play. The Paris judicial police’s Brigade for the Suppression of Crimes Against Persons is handling the case, with a duty magistrate already dispatched to the scene. Mthethwa’s career spanned...

The Difference Between Being in a Relationship With an Older Woman and a Younger Woman By Noko Maleka – Insight Jozi News As a man, I’ve had the privilege of experiencing both ends of the spectrum: dating older women and dating younger women. One thing about me is that I’ve never been in a relationship for convenience or just to kill time. I am, by nature, a true lover. When I give my heart, it’s genuine, and when I commit, it’s because I see something worth building. But through my journey, I’ve realized a significant polarization between relationships with older women and younger women. Both experiences come with lessons, joys, and scars, but the differences are profound. Love vs. Parenting With older women, love feels like a partnership. They need your affection, your honesty, your vulnerability, and your companionship. They don’t need you to play father figure, because they already know who they are. On the other hand, younger women often unconsciously place you in a parental...

 Bricks Released from Prison After 10 Years – DJ Cleo Celebrates, Public Divided By Noko Maleka – Insight Jozi News  kwaito star Bricks, best known for his smash hit Tjovitjo, has been released from prison after serving 10 years behind bars. His longtime friend and music producer, DJ Cleo, took to social media on Thursday to share what he called “good news,” confirming Bricks’ release. But the announcement has divided public opinion. While some in the music industry welcome the return of the once-popular artist, others have questioned whether celebrating the release of a convicted rapist is appropriate. Bricks was arrested and sentenced a decade ago after being found guilty of raping his 16-year-old niece, who was a minor at the time. The case shocked the nation, and many fans abandoned the artist whose career had once been on a promising trajectory. On social media, reactions were mixed. One user asked, “Is it good news that a rapist is released from prison?” Another added, “...

Hollywood Bets in Court: Punters Ordered to Return R13 Million After Technical Glitch By Noko Maleka – Insight Jozi News In a dramatic turn of events that has captured the attention of South Africa’s betting and entertainment circles, a group of Hollywood Bets punters has been ordered by the High Court to return R13 million after winning due to a technical error . The ruling underscores the importance of fair play in the betting industry and sends a stern message to punters and bookmakers alike. The Glitch That Changed Everything The controversy began when several punters placed bets on a series of high-profile games, only to receive unexpected payouts far exceeding their original stakes . Investigations revealed that a technical fault in Hollywood Bets’ system had incorrectly calculated winnings, leading to the multi-million-rand payouts. Hollywood Bets promptly reported the error and sought legal action, citing that the windfall was not the result of legitimate betting outco...

The ANC is a Criminal Enterprise By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News South Africa is a country blessed with potential, yet crippled by leadership failures. This truth was laid bare once again when political analyst and author, Prince Mashele, appeared on the State of the Nation podcast with Mike Sham. His words were not coated in diplomacy, but charged with the urgency of a citizen who has had enough of watching his country drift under the weight of incompetence. Mashele’s criticism comes hot on the heels of his now-viral interview on the Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh Show, which attracted over a million views. Clearly, South Africans are listening, because he is saying what many are thinking but few dare to articulate: the ANC has lost all credibility, and President Cyril Ramaphosa is a man completely out of his depth in the highest office of the land. A Circus Called “National Dialogue” In the podcast, Mashele tore into the much-publicised “national dialogue” initiated by the ANC, dismissing it a...

By: Noko Mabofa Maleka | Insight Jozi News The South African Communist Party (SACP) has made it clear: it intends to contest the 2026 municipal elections independently, breaking away from its historic alliance with the African National Congress (ANC). In a recent conversation with SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila, I put to him the question many political observers have been quietly asking: Isn’t it too late for the Communist Party to carve its own electoral path? After all, the SACP’s influence is deeply woven into the ANC’s political DNA. Many of its members not only carry ANC membership cards but also occupy influential positions in government, business, and ministerial offices—achievements made possible through their long-standing alignment with the governing party. Mapaila’s answer was resolute. He argued that the SACP can no longer meaningfully advance its communist vision from within the ANC, signalling a decisive ideological break. But while the SACP frames this mov...

Date: 6 August 2025 By Noko Mabofa Maleka | Insight Jozi News www.insightjozinews.blogspot.com   The African National Congress (ANC) is set to host a high-profile media briefing today, Wednesday, 6 August 2025, at 11:00 AM, where Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula will address the media on the outcomes of the recent ANC National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting. The briefing will take place at the Chief Albert Luthuli House in Johannesburg, the ANC’s headquarters. This media briefing is of significant national interest as it follows a weekend-long NEC gathering where pressing issues facing both the party and the country were on the agenda. From internal party discipline to economic instability, coalition governance, and the state of service delivery in municipalities, South Africans are eager to hear what decisions were taken by the ANC’s highest decision-making body between conferences. According to a media advisory issued by the ANC's Department of Communications, Inform...

"R24 Billion Vanishes in Johannesburg: ActionSA Demands Answers for City's Financial Meltdown"  Insight Jozi News: Noko Mabofa Maleka August 5, 2025 The City of Johannesburg is once again at the centre of a financial storm — and this time, it’s not just whispers of maladministration, but a glaring R24 billion black hole in public funds that has ActionSA calling for immediate accountability. In a fiery press statement released by ActionSA's Johannesburg MPAC Whip, Lebo Modukanene, the party has sounded the alarm on what it describes as “catastrophic levels of financial mismanagement” under the current administration led by Executive Mayor Dada Morero. This follows a damning letter from the Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, to Mayor Morero, exposing blatant violations of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and a complete breakdown in ethical governance. According to the minister's correspondence, the City’s 2023/24 audited financial statements reveal R1...

Open Letter to Operation Dudula: You Do Not Represent Me By Noko Mabofa Maleka | Insight Jozi News Dear Operation Dudula, Let me say this without fear or hesitation: you do not represent me. You do not represent millions of South Africans who still believe in humanity, African unity, and common sense. Your war is misdirected. You pour your energy and rage onto poor Africans — fellow Black brothers and sisters — who flee from their homelands not because they want to steal from us, but because they are running from hunger, civil wars, corrupt governments, and desperation . Illegal immigrants are not illegal humans. Let that sink in. Crossing borders in search of food, peace, and a better future is not a crime — it is a survival strategy. Illegal immigration is not a criminal activity; it is fear-driven. It is about poverty, trauma, and hope. Only ignorance and stupidity could make anyone believe that victimising the vulnerable is a solution to South Africa’s problems. We are...

Mamkhize Accused of Forging Sister’s Signature in Family Property Dispute 📍 By Insight Jozi News | Source: Opera News | Original Writer: Sanele Mngadi South African businesswoman and reality TV star Shauwn “Mamkhize” Mkhize has found herself at the center of a brewing family dispute involving serious allegations of forgery. According to an article published by Opera News, written by journalist Sanele Mngadi, Mamkhize has been accused of forging her sister’s signature in a matter related to their late parents' estate. The report claims that Mamkhize allegedly acted without her siblings’ consent when handling the family property and signatures linked to official documents. The issue stems from the Mkhize family's estate matters, where Mamkhize’s sister has reportedly challenged the legitimacy of certain documents allegedly signed on her behalf. The article further suggests that the situation may escalate into legal proceedings if the dispute isn’t resolved internally. While Mamk...

Apartheid Never Died — It Just Changed Clothes: Prof Radebe's book Sparks fire  By Noko Mabofa Maleka | Insight Jozi News | Braamfontein, Johannesburg In a thought-provoking and politically charged evening at The Commune in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, the book launch of Professor Mandla Radebe’s new release, Apartheid Is Not Over , drew together activists, intellectuals, and political leaders for a night of critical engagement and unapologetic truth-telling. The event featured keynote remarks by Mr. Solly Africa Mapaila , General Secretary of the South African Communist Party (SACP) , who did not mince words. “We must stop pretending we are free when we are still trapped in an economic system built to keep Black people out of ownership and opportunity,” he said to a room that nodded, clapped, and occasionally stood in agreement. 📘 The Book: Apartheid Is Not Over Prof. Mandla Radebe’s book is a bold political intervention. In it, he unpacks how apartheid's economic...

Apartheid Did Not Die – Professor Mandla Radebe Unpacks South Africa’s Unfinished Revolution By Noko Mabofa Maleka – Insight Jozi News | 1Africa Radio TV | Insight Africa BRAAMFONTEIN, JOHANNESBURG – In a thought-provoking and powerfully relevant book lounge held yesterday in the heart of Johannesburg’s cultural district, Professor Mandla J. Radebe launched his groundbreaking new title, “Apartheid Did Not Die: South Africa’s Unfinished Revolution” . The event, hosted at a lively venue in Braamfontein, drew an engaged audience of political thinkers, journalists, students, activists, and members of the South African Communist Party (SACP) . Among the notable guests in attendance was SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila , who added political weight and historical context to the urgent themes presented in the book. The event was covered by Insight Jozi News , Insight Africa , and 1Africa Radio TV , whose cameras and microphones captured an evening of honest critique, radical reflec...