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Bloem demands that Ramaphosa must place both Minister Lindiwe Zulu and her deputy on special leave over corruption allegations

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za Activists and Citizens Forum (ACF) says it smells a rat of corruption with the contract of the Gender Based Violence Call Center. ACF spokesperson, Dennis Bloem said the deputy Minister of Social Welfare, Ms Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu, “claims that the call center has collapsed. She is adamant that she was never informed … Read more

“Education is the weapon that the world can use to conquer poverty,” says Desmond

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By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Research shows that reading is significant for developing your mind and imparting knowledge and life lessons. It aids in your comprehension of the world around you. It keeps your mind active and enhances your creative abilities. Reading can enhance your vocabulary and communication skills. Recently, Julius Malema mocked his fellow … Read more

Gauteng MEC for Health opens Alexandra Township’s first Xray centre

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za The MEC for Health and Wellness, Ms. Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, has officially opened the first radiology diagnostic center in Alexandra township. During the welcoming of Open Diagnostic’s investment in the new diagnostics centre, Ralehoko said “today, we are not just opening a facility; we are unlocking a future of unparalleled healthcare access … Read more

Junior Achievement Africa boosts youth employment with launch of JA Career Connect

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za Junior Achievement (JA) Africa, in partnership with Google’s charitable arm, Google.org, and Z Zurich Foundation, have launched JA Career Connect – a new cloud-based platform designed to connect young African talent with employment opportunities across the globe. In line with their joint commitment to nurturing the future leaders of the continent, … Read more

70 police officers killed in the past seven months

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By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za The South African Police Service (SAPS) has lost over 70 police officers in the past seven months to criminal attacks and ambushes. Constable Sphesihle Cele, a 26-year-old Public Order Policing (POP) member, was on 16 November 2023, shot and killed while he and his team members responded to a complaint … Read more

Mayor of Alex rescues families with toilets

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za ActionSA PR councillor, Shadrack Mkhonto, who is called the Mayor of Alex, has assisted 10 families in ext7, Alexandra with toilets. Mkhonto said the families who reside next to the Jukskei River had been without toilets for almost 2 months after their chemical toilets were stolen by thieves. He said the … Read more

Living conditions at Madala Hostel continue to worsen and residents are exposed to inhumane conditions, says DA

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za The Democratic Alliance (DA) has discovered that the deterioration of the structure and living conditions at Madala Hostel in Alexandra has accelerated since their last visit six months ago. DA member of parliament and Gauteng Shadow MEC for Human Settlements, Mervyn Cirota said they were met with the wrenching stench of … Read more

Father of Alex presents certificate of recognition to CEO of Pristem South Africa

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By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Open Diagnostics has opened the doors to the public of its first state of the art Diagnostics Centre in the township of Alexandra recently. And to mark the occasion, the Father of Alex, Linda Twala presented a certificate of Recognition to Yvonne Motsisi, CEO of Pristem South Africa. During his … Read more

A Good Story To Tell About Skomota

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za The most trending 21-year-old Limpopo Celebrity Thabang Sefala, popularly known as Skomota who is from Limpopo has been a breadwinner since him and his younger sister lost their parents at a young age. Thabang Sefala told the media that not everyone gets an opportunity he has currently and the trends make … Read more

Drug addiction knows no boundaries, no color or background, says Ross

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za Jay Van Ross said addiction is painful because it can turn a brighter future into nothing in the blink of an eye. He asserted that addiction is universal, irrespective of race, ethnicity, or social standing, and that drug use can impact anyone. The 34-year-old from Westbury in Johannesburg still remembers how … Read more

BLOEM TO MEET WITH LYTTLETON POLICE DETECTIVE UNIT ON DEPUTY MINISTER’S ALLEGED CORRUPTION CASE

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za Dennis Bloem, member of Activists and Citizens Forum vows to meet with the Lyttleton Police Detective Unit tomorrow to demand that the Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo, who was the former Minister of State Security Agency (SSA), be arrested and be charged. According to Bloem, on 4 July … Read more

Alex mayor submits letter of complaint to Public Protector concerning women’s hostel saga

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By Mashamba Media news@alexreporter.co.za ActionSA PR councillor, Shadrack Mkhonto, said that the Public Protector has acknowledged the complaint report he submitted to her office. The letter was penned both by Mkhonto, affectionately called the mayor of Alex and Kemishetjo, Kamela Matsimela, former youth secretary of ActionSA in Johannesburg. The letter is concerning the alleged misuse … Read more

Dr. Shingange, a recent doctorate graduate, believes that education and a strong sense of purpose can help one reach great heights

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By Jonk wa Mashamba news@alexreporter.co.za Dr. Mdhinani Director Shingange is a follower of Jesus Christ who believes that calling alone is not enough, but one needs to be educated in order to impact more lives. He has just received his PHD in Theology and is arguably the first young preacher in Limpopo to go the … Read more