The noise and air pollution from the mine increased the children’s risk to exposure to diseases By Marcia Zali “Relieved and happier” These are some of the words used by teachers to describe children from an early childhood development (ECD) centre near Somkhele coal mine, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Although the relief … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Sbongile Tshabalala can be mistaken for 35 when she is already 51 years old. But it is not surprising that her sexy and ageless body results from a regular gym. The unemployed mother of three is a dedicated run and fitness trainer with great record! Although she … Read more
Vocal women believe they are targeted because of their gender. By Zodidi Mhlana news@alexreporter.co.za Two years after environmental and mining rights activist, Fikile Ntshangase was assassinated in Mfolozi, women in her community said they felt vulnerable, exposed and fearing the very same violence that took her life would end theirs. The controversy surrounding the Tendele … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Public Safety, David Tembe, MMC for Economic Developments Nkuli Mbundu, Robert Mulaudzi spokesperson for EMS, ActionSA PR councillor Shadrack Mkhonto and members of the Disaster management recently toured Setjwetla. The officials inspected the Jukskei River in an effort to prevent drowning when it … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za An Alex residents who asked to remain anonymous said that for the past two years, they have been begging their leaders to unblock the blocked drain. But all their requests seem to have fallen into deaf ears. Residents at 98-13th Avenue, Alexandra said that the smelly … Read more
A fact sheet on the conflict between uMfolozi community and Somkhele mine By Marcia Zali For over a decade, a conflict over land and resources has been ongoing in Kwa-Zulu Natal’s uMkhanyakude District Municipality. From forced removals, court battles, a mine operating without a water licence, a vocal community activist being gunned … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za A man from Setjwetla informal Settlement came close to disappearing in the rain. The man had just responded to nature when the rain swept away the toilets he had built next to Juskei River. Water Sanitation Environment Community Forum Leader, Jacky Sello Matlala is the one who rescued him. … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Walking around the Marlboro Transit Camp is only a nightmare! The current situation in the area, located beside the Sandton SPCA in Marlboro, is a real hell. The blocked sewage was apparently reported to authorities for days, but has been ignored, resulting in a hazardous smell. The area, under … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Women from Vukani Informal Settlement near the infamous Women’s Hostel (now called Helen Joseph), made history by removing dirt from the area. A few days ago, the hostel, situated on 4th Avenue, was so dirty that its horrible smell could be felt from the Mandela Museum at 7th Hofmeyer. … Read more
By Zodidi Mhlana news@alexreporter.co.za At the age of one, she was diagnosed with SMA (spinal muscular atrophy) and doctors predicted she would only live for five years. Kerry Walsh, 24, was correctly diagnosed so young when her parents realised she was not reaching milestones her fraternal twin was hitting. “I never crawled … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba Editor-In-Chief news@alexreporter.co.za According to author Mongi Maphipha, the book “MY BODY MY CHOICE” was inspired by the annual campaign spearheaded by Global Health Strategy which educates women about the choice of termination of Pregnancy. Mongi said the book is also inspired by the daily reports of many newborn babies … Read more
By Jonk Wa Mashamba Editor-In-Chief news@alexreporter.co.za The National Consumer Commission (NCC) urges consumers in possession of certain Dark and Lovely Precise Diamond Straight and Shine relaxer 125 ml tub (with batch numbers below) to immediately discontinue use of the product and return it to the point of sale for a full refund. … Read more
By Staff Reporter news@alexreporter.co.za Portia Modise Foundation, as part of its community outreach program, has partnered with SPAR to donate sanitary pads in schools. Former Banyana Banyana captain Modise distributed the sanitary pads at Donaldson Community School, Tlhatlogang Secondary School, and Thubelihle High School, where she spoke to the girls about the importance of … Read more
By Jonk wa Mashamba Editor-in-Chief news@alexreporter.co.za During 16 Day of Activism against GBV 2021, Impilo Collection Foundation has collected 6,000 bras with the aim distribute them to communities across Gauteng this Friday, 11 March. According to Angela Yeung, Founder of Impilo, this initiative will empower and uplift vulnerable girls and women. Angela … Read more