Monday Morning Spice
New evidence discovered in D.B. Cooper skyjacking, Brunei’s ‘hot’ prince marries commoner, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma announces retirement from Parliament, Dermatologists weigh in on using diaper cream as moisturiser, and Business Insider stands by Neri Oxman stories.
SONA 2023: The Good, The Bad, And The Stupid [Video]
There’s nothing quite like seeing a soldier in full battle armour ‘escorting’ dissenting MPs from the room to cement your trust in our democracy.
Watches, Livestock, Pyjamas – The Gifts Our Politicians Declared
Being a member of parliament brings with it a sizeable salary each year, as well as an array of gifts from various sources.
Turns Out South Africa’s Tobacco Sales Ban Was A Complete Flop
A study published this week looks into the reasons why the tobacco sales ban, that lasted five months in 2020, was pretty much dead on arrival.
Wednesday Morning Spice
Guptas wanted NDZ in power. Amy’Leigh kidnapping latest. Clicks director quits. International travel by next month? Jimi Hendrix conspiracies. Beyonce on a boat.
SA Alcohol Industry “Blindsided” By Booze Ban As Dlamini-Zuma Explains Reasons
South Africans were left shocked, and having to once again crunch those rationing numbers (welcome, smokers will say), but not quite as shocked as the alcohol industry itself.
Experts Warn Cabinet Reshuffle Could “Backfire” On Ramaphosa
This past weekend, several ANC and government sources claimed another cabinet reshuffle was on the cards.
Is It Happening? Stores Are Ordering Cigarettes
I wouldn’t bust open your final pack of smuggled cigarettes just yet, but I’m sure many smokers will be looking at this as positive news.
Wednesday Morning Spice
NDZ can’t justify lockdown, tobacco ban. End of the road for Segway. Ron Jeremy charged with rape. Steenhuisen on Zille’s apartheid tweets. Novax Djocovid tests positive. Charlize squashes Sean Penn rumour.
TV Interview With Mazzotti On Tobacco Ban, Money For Malema, And That Photo With NDZ [Videos]
As the tobacco sales ban continues, angry South Africans continue to draw links between Adriano Mazzotti and Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma.
DA, FF Plus, Tobacco, And Hairdressers – Government’s Legal Challenges Mount
The South African government is facing a number of legal challenges at present, set to play out in courtrooms across the country.
Booze Sales And Exercise Times Under Alert Level 3
Following a media briefing this afternoon by co-operative governance and traditional affairs minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, we now have some clarity regarding certain alert level 3 regulations.
WATCH LIVE: Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Outlines Alert Level 3 Rules [Video]
Will beaches and parks be open for exercise? Are you still limited to within five kilometres of your residence? What hours will alcohol be sold? Those, and many other issues, still need clarifying.
Government’s Reasons For Tobacco Sales Ban Finally Revealed
Court papers released today outline the government’s reasons for the tobacco sales ban.
Dlamini-Zuma Breaks Silence On Relationship With Mazzotti
Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has finally addressed her alleged friendship with known tobacco smuggler Adriano Mazzotti.
Dlamini-Zuma Wants To Ban Alcohol And Tobacco Sales Until Alert Level 1
News24 reports that Dlamini-Zuma has told the National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC) that the sale of tobacco and alcohol should continue to be banned until the country reaches alert level 1.
Did The Spanish Flu Really Kill More Than 300 000 South Africans In Just Two Years?
Africa Check looked into Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma’s claims that more than 300 000 South Africans died from the Spanish Flu.
Two eNCA Journalists Disciplined For These Comments About Dlamini-Zuma [Videos]
News anchors Xoli Mngambi and Jane Dutton have landed themselves in hot water following comments made about Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma.
SA’s Most Notorious Cigarette Smuggler Breaks His Silence
Renowned tobacco smuggler Adriano Mazzotti has come forward to address claims that he influenced the government’s decision to ban cigarette sales.
Ramaphosa Addresses Rumours That Dlamini-Zuma Overruled Him On Cigarette Ban
In his weekly newsletter this morning, President Ramaphosa finally addressed the rollback on the sale of tobacco products announced last week.
SA Marketing Guru’s Open Letter To Dlamini-Zuma, Patel, And Cele
South African marketing guru Mike Abel’s open letter seems to have touched a nerve, and has been widely shared on social media.
Actually, Cigarette Sales Are Banned For Alert Level 4
Last night, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, dropped the bomb that the government would be going back on the decision to allow the sale of tobacco products.
Changes To Lockdown Laws Announced
Speaking earlier today at a media briefing, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, announced the changes.
These Are The Conditions Zuma Has Laid Out If He Is To Step Down
As the majority of the country hold thumbs, waiting for Jacob Zuma to step down, he has allegedly set out a few conditions that we can only hope Cyril Ramaphosa will continue to refuse.
Read This If You’re Worried About The ANC Leadership Race Being Rigged
This weekend is a massive one for the future of this country, with ANC delegates voting on the party’s next president. So how can we be sure that it’s free and fair?
Tuesday Morning Spice
Cyril – NDZ battle rages on. Idols abuse allegations latest. Brexit unravelling. Trump’s Jerusalem problem. CT homes using 1000 litres a day. Mugabe daughter’s new mansion. Ed Sheeran’s unwanted award. Meghan’s dad speaks out. Elton John in shock.
They’re Taking Bets On The Next ANC President – Check Out These Odds
Jacob’s reign is coming to an end, and the likes of Cyril and Nkosazana are ready to take the bull by the horns. So who do the bookies have as favourite?
Ayanda Mabulu’s Latest Artwork Features Dlamini-Zuma In A Very Compromising Position [Image]
Mabulu has made a name for himself with some very controversial paintings, and you can add his latest to that list. You can bet Nkosazana won’t be impressed.
Battle For The Presidency – Let’s Check Out The Websites Of Ramaphosa And Dlamini-Zuma
On Sunday Cyril Ramaphosa launched a scathing attack on Zuma and his cronies, and now we can prepare for one hell of a power struggle.
Richard Poplak’s Scathing Attack On Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma
Over the past month or so we have seen Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma return home amidst much fanfare, but the sharp-tongued Richard Poplak is not a fan. Not at all.