By Phumlani Saul

The world champion Springbok rugby team will embark on a four-day Trophy Tour to major regional population centres from Thursday, SA Rugby announced on Sunday. 

The team will attend the gala World Rugby Awards ceremony in Paris on Sunday night before leaving France for South Africa on Monday morning.

The Boks arrive back in South Africa on Tuesday (10h55) at OR Tambo International Airport and will commence the tour 48 hours later.

The tour will start in Pretoria, Johannesburg and Soweto – concluding at FNB Stadium – on Thursday, 2 November, and take in Cape Town (Friday, 3 November) and Durban (Saturday, 4 November) before concluding in the Eastern Cape (East London) on Sunday, 5 November.

The locations have been selected for population size in the first three instances and because of the Eastern Cape’s rugby significance in the fourth.

Satellite tours to Bloemfontein, Nelson Mandela Bay and other centres will be scheduled for 2024. Such tours following the 2019 victory had to be abandoned because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The route for each tour has been prepared in consultation with the respective local authorities and the South African Police Service.

Route maps and timings will be published at www.springboks.rugby, on SA Rugby’s social media channels and by local authorities in due course.

By Phumlani Saul

Nozikhumbuzo suspects someone is raping her goat.

Nozikhumbuzo Mefo (45) from KwaLanga near Kariega Eastern Cape, bought two goats on her birthday last May.

“It was the happiest moment of my life and I saw a good future ahead for me and my goats,” she said.

“I got a male and a female so they could make babies and multiply every year,” Nozikhumbuzo said.

She said she never thought the animals would become targets of sex pests.

Nozikhumbuzo said the male goat was killed in July by unknown people.

She then named the remaining goat Tshidi, which means condolences.

Things started to change when she realised that something was wrong with Tshidi in October.

She said she saw the goat was bleeding from the back. She then asked one of her neighbors to lock it in their kraal at night and she would check it every morning.

But that did not help because the problem continued.

“Tshidi has been violated multiple times and the attacks are continuing even now.” 

Last month, she said, she was called by a passerby to rescue the goat as it was tied up a few houses away from hers.

“Its private parts were bleeding and it couldn’t move. It was just lying there,” she said.

“I don’t know what will happen when it gives birth. 

“Will it be a kid or a human being? 

“I want the evil person doing this to be locked up,” she said. 

SPCA’s inspector Nicolas Brooks said they took the goat so it could be examined.

By Daily Kasi News Reporter

Volkswagen Group SA, in partnership with its Advanced Driving Academy, has developed the first open-source night driving safety course aptly dubbed “Night School”.

In a bid to reduce the high rate of accident fatalities on SA’s roads, with more than 55% occurring at night, the course aims to educate drivers on the challenges and risks associated with night-time driving.

VWSA head of marketing  Bridget Harpur said the course was launched little less than a week ago and would be open to the public from November.

“We are acutely focused on our ambition of creating safer roads, not only for our drivers, but for all road users including passengers, pedestrians, cyclists and animals,” Harpur said.

“With over half of our country’s fatal accidents occurring at night, we asked ourselves, then why do we all only learn to drive during the day?

“Through our Night School curriculum, we are hoping to provide a tangible and effective solution that will help play a part in reducing the country’s night-time road accident statistics and, as a result, help save lives.” 

The Night School is made up of a comprehensive open-source online curriculum that is fully dedicated to night-time driving education and includes learner tests at the end of each chapter. 

The curriculum is free and accessible to all road users. 

In addition to the online curriculum, Volkswagen’s Advanced Driving academy will also be offering a real-world theoretical and practical course hosted by their experienced defensive driving instructors based at the Zwartkops Raceway.

Volkswagen’s Night School curriculum covers a range of night-driving topics from understanding your vehicle, visibility and poor vision, driver fatigue, recklessness, personal safety, weather conditions and a host of factors that compromise a driver’s ability when on the roads after dark. 

The Night School is joining forces with existing initiatives, led by both government agencies and the private sector, with the intended purpose of collaborating to save lives.

By LOLWETHU LEEU

When rain clouds loomed over the rescheduled date of the 2nd Annual All-White Heritage Day picnic, many wondered if it would put a damper on the festivities. However, to everyone’s delight, the rain couldn’t wash away the enthusiasm of attendees, resulting in a remarkable turnout that only heightened the sense of unity and celebration. Despite the weather challenges, the picnic became a memorable affair, showcasing the resilience and determination of South Africans to celebrate their heritage, rain or shine in Gqeberha thousands of patrons flock to Victoria Park to celebrate Heritage Day in white and traditional attire.

The celebration of Heritage Day featuring a diverse line-up. The line-up includes Thandiswa Mazwai, Mandisi Dyantyis, Big Zulu, Lwah Ndunkulu, Aymos, Betusile & more.

As the heavens opened and raindrops fell, the atmosphere at the All-White Heritage Day picnic held on Saturday, 21 October, was nothing short of electric. Attendees embraced the rainfall, trading umbrellas for dance partners, and celebrating their diverse cultural backgrounds with joy and zest. The weather became an unexpected ally, creating a unique and unforgettable experience that will undoubtedly be remembered by all those in attendance.

Originally planned for 24th September, the picnic had to be postponed due to inclement weather conditions. However, the rescheduled date saw an impressive turnout, demonstrating the commitment and determination of South Africans to celebrate their heritage. The rain, rather than deterring attendees, seemed to add an extra layer of excitement and camaraderie to the event.

The rain became a unifying force, breaking down barriers and bringing people together under shared laughter and dance. Attendees exchanged stories, indulged in delicious food, and celebrated the rich tapestry of South Africa’s diverse cultures. The constant drizzle transformed into a dance partner, inspiring impromptu performances and creating an atmosphere of togetherness that will be cherished for years to come.

Ebubeleni Festival Projects chair Marc Mahambehlala said “

The turnout was amazing and truly humbling,” Mahambehlala said. 

“It was a beautiful sight seeing all the festinos in their All-Whites with a touch of heritage as they filled up Victoria Park.

The 2nd Annual All-White Heritage Day picnic, held in the midst of a refreshing rain shower, demonstrated the tenacity and unwavering spirit of South Africans. The event showcased the freedom of cultural expression and the power of unity. Attendees danced, laughed, and celebrated under the rain-soaked sky, forging connections and establishing lasting memories. It was a testament to the fact that no weather can dampen the indomitable spirit of a nation celebrating its heritage

Ayabonga Zenzile (45) Told Daily Kasi News “ The rain-blessed.

“ 2nd Annual All-White Heritage Day picnic proved that when it comes to celebrating South Africa’s rich heritage, nothing can stand in the way – not even inclement weather.”

Another Attendees Zukiswa Gomomo (32) Said: “exemplified the spirit of unity and adaptability, creating an unforgettable experience that showcased the nation’s diverse cultures.”

“ In the face of rain showers, South Africans danced, laughed, and reveled in the joy of their shared heritage, leaving an indelible mark on the 2nd Annual All-White Heritage Day picnic and setting the stage for even more memorable celebrations to come.”

By PHUMLANI SAUL

MOTORISTS who use Ponana Tini Road in Khayelitsha, Kariega , are always running late.

This because of cattle that causes traffic on the road daily.

Taxi driver Jwarha Tom (44) from Khayelitsha said she used the road every day and encountered a roadblock caused by cattle.

“They cross the road twice daily. If I miss the roadblock in the morning, I certainly get it on my way home,” she said.

She said more than 49 cattle crossed the road slowly, causing a heavy traffic jam.

Another motorist, Robert Cuba, said he did not mind watching the cattle crossing the road.

“They delay me, but I still enjoy watching them cross the road because I love cattle. My father had a lot of cattle, so I think of my childhood whenever I see them cross the road. I feel for those who may be rushing to work ,” he said.

Thembelani Jobe (26), the herdman who looked after the cattle during the day, said they belonged to his neighbour.

I always make sure the cattle cross the road as soon as possible, but I can’t make them run. I’m grateful to motorists for understanding although some are rude, telling me to keep the cows away from the road,” he said.

Thembelani said that there was no way the cattle could not cross the road as they needed to look for good pasture.

law enforcement spokesman, Wayne Dyason, said he was aware of the complaints about the cattle causing a traffic jam in the area.

“Officers issued a fine and created a service request. They will conduct another inspection and monitor the area. The city’s animal unit has regular operations throughout the metropole to address this challenge and in many cases, animals are impounded.”

in Rugby World Cup quarter-final win over France

By Daily Kasi News Correspondent

The Boks will play their old foe England, who they beat in the 2019 final in Japan, after a performance in the French capital that was nothing short of heroic.

It was a magnificent occasion, well worthy of a final, and the dimwits at World Rugby who three years made the draw ridiculously early should be escorted to the guillotine..

It is criminal that the best teams in the world were sandwiched into one half of the draw and now we have Ireland, the No1 ranked team in the world, and France who are out of the semi-finals.

There can be no occasion in rugby bigger than the host nation of a World Cup going up against the current champions in a play-off and the Boks were thrust on to the back foot from the first whistle by the supercharged French.

With nearly 90 000 of their countrymen screaming them on, the French were virtually unstoppable in the early moments and their prop Cyril Baille surged over the line after just 90 seconds.

The Boks had to respond quickly to avoid being swept away by the blue wave, but not even the most fanatical Bok supporter could have foreseen their team hitting back instantly, and quite magnificently.

Pieter-Steph du Toit had won a turnover soon after the restart, Cobus Reinach kicked it high and handsome, and the ball bounced favourably for Kurt-Lee Arendse to gather and scamper to the line

Manie Libbok steadied South African nerves when he nailed the conversion and it was 7-7 after as many minutes.

The flyhalf minutes later hoisted the ball across field where the ubiquitous Arendse plucked it out of the air and it was centre Damian de Allende who roared to the French line. He was stopped just short, but a few phases later he crashed over for a fantastic Springbok score.

The French thundered back and hooker Peato Mauvaka profited when a quick tap penalty was taken in the Bok 22 and he could not be stopped at the corner flag.

In a match of unrelenting drama, the Boks denied the French the conversion points when Cheslin Kolbe charged down kicker Thomas Ramos.

That left the score at 12-12, but Kolbe had only warmed up and a minute after the restart Jesse Kriel manufactured a perfect grubber kick through the defence for Kolbe to gather and hurtle to the line. Libbok nudged home the conversion to give his team a 19-12 lead.

This match was played at a soaring tempo and the French surged back with a try to hooker Cyril Baille, and after 30 minutes it was locked up at 19-19

A minute before half-time there was a massive moment when Bok bruiser Eben Etzebeth was sin-binned — the Boks’ first card of the tournament — when he accidentally collided high with a French player. As he trudged to the sideline, Thomas Ramos kicked his team into halftime lead.

Just five minutes in to the second half Bok boss Rassie Erasmus rolled the dice when he replaced his halfbacks, introducing Handre Pollard and Faf de Klerk, plus bringing on X-factor lock RG Snyman for Franco Mostert.

But it was France who scored next when 12 minutes into the tensest of halves, the Boks conceded a scrum penalty for Ramos to convert into a 25-19 lead.

It was around this point that referee Ben O’Keefe succumbed to the pressure of the French crowd when he made the awful call to penalise the surging Bok pack for holding on (Kwagga Smith) when it was not the case. They could have scored but for that sabotage from the Kiwi official.

But the New Zealander had to keep his whistle in his pocket when the Boks blasted ever onwards and Etzebeth cruised over the line.

Pollard converted and a minute later kicked a vital long-range penalty to push the Boks into a 29-25 lead with ten minutes to go.

A Ramos penalty pulled France to within a point with seven minutes left, but it was not enough.

BY NOMALUNGELO BOOI

FOR YEARS the gobela was warned to stop bonking the young women who came to him to thwasa. 

But he always ignored the warning – and now he has paid the price. 

WITH THE APPROVAL OF HIS WIFE, RESIDENTS HAVE TRASHED BOTH HIS INDUMBAS. 

Since Monday, the 68-year-old sangoma from Warmer township near Gqeberha, Eastern Cape has been in hiding, running away from the people and the police, who want him to answer for his actions.

His indumba were destroyed and his bones were removed when other sangomas, with the police and some community members, went to his house to confront him about sleeping with a 22-year-old girl who came to him looking for help.

The gobela’s wife said she was happy the people have intervened to rescue her marriage.

“I have always warned him to stop using young women who come to him,” she said.

“This is not the first incident where I had to fight with him over a young woman.”

She said this time it started in June. She said her husband was sleeping in the indumba with the thwasa and she was not allowed to enter.

“He doesn’t sleep with me. Since the beginning of last year, I have not shared the same bed with my husband. 

“He tells me that his ancestors have told him that I bring bad luck into his life so he doesn’t have clients.” 

“It was a bitter pill for me to swallow to have him as a stranger in my house. I hope he will find happiness after police arrest him.”

Themba Maseko, the girl’s father, said their daughter had an ancestral calling to be a sangoma.

“I was hoping she would be happy after honouring her ancestors,” he said. 

Themba said when he first got a message to say his daughter was sleeping with the gobela he didn’t believe it. 

“But my wife went there in March and found him naked, sleeping with my daughter,” he said.

He said he complained to the cops, who said the daughter was not under age or kidnapped and there was no case.

Daily Kasi News spoke to another thwasa who was used in a similar way.

She said the sangoma told her that sleeping with him would make her a strong sangoma and would bring them both luck. 

“I accepted sleeping with him because if I had left him I would be cursed forever,” she said.

Mtimande Ngwenya, of the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities, said they received a complaint from the parents of the young girl. 

“We destroyed the indumba as a warning to bogus sangomas who take advantage of people. We will bring sangomas to book when they do things like this,” said Mtimande.

At the time of going to print, Warmer Police said there was no comment.

BY AZOLA JANUARY

While they have light in their shacks, evil cables lie at their feet like poisonous snakes.

WHILE ELECTRICITY CHASES AWAY THE DARKNESS, IZINYOKA CABLES BRING DEATH!

“We take this risk because we want a better life. We need electricity and RDPs but we’re being ignored,” said Sivuyile Myekeni (25) who lives in Airport Valley squatter camp near Walmer, Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.

“When President Cyril Ramaphosa was here before the elections he didn’t even come to our kasi. He was taken to RDPs . . . but the crisis is here!”

Residents risk their lives every day when they walk over a web of izinyoka lines as they carry buckets of water from the communal tap.

Myekeni said people risk their lives and go into the sub-station.

“They connect the electricity and they don’t think of the explosion. People hire them for different prices but usually it’s about R150 for a connection to a shack,” said Myekeni.

“In 2010, the municipality relocated us here from a flood zone,”
Phumeza Hute (41) told Daily Kasi News.

“Since we got here seven people have been electrocuted. Kids play on the lines and some people trip on them when they’re drunk.”

She said they suggested having the lines go over their shacks.

“But most of the people said no because they feared their shacks would burn down.”

For the past two years, there have been regular protests against poor service delivery and one of the main demands has always been electricity.

“About R100 million is lost every year to izinyoka and we have started programmes to fight them,” said municipal spokesman Mthubanzi Mniki.

We have put electric boxes and poles in the area but electrifying shacks is just a temporary measure. We will remove the electric boxes once RDP houses have been built.”

He said there is an ongoing programme to cut off illegal connections.

By Phumlani Saul

ON MONDAY the young woman was caught with muthi to make her fellow workers sick. And when they questioned her she confessed – and told them about her secret reign of evil.

IT APPEARS SPRINKLING MUTHI WAS ONLY THE BEGINNING OF HER MANY DESPERATE DEEDS

Sitting in the back of the cop van holding plastic bags filled with muthi in her hands, the 28-year-old woman from KwaLanga near Kariega,confessed to trying to sleep with her boss’ husband.

“At night, I would put muthi in my hand and blow on it and call his name,” she said.

“I would call for him to leave his wife and come to me.”

She said she also used muthi to try and lure her landlord’s husband into her bed.

Because she wanted to be in charge of her boss’ business, she used muthi to make them quit. “I would get to work early and sprinkle muthi on the gate so they would start feeling sick and their feet would swell,” she said.

The woman said she got the muthi from a sangoma from KwaZakhele.

“The sangoma said all my desires would come true,” said the woman from the back of the cop van.

“I always dreamed of living in a double-storey house with my boss’ husband and being the madam of the house,” she said.

But her muthi failed her when she was caught sprinkling muthi at work.

Her boss, Lindiwe Soga (39), who owns a takeaway shop in KwaLanga, told Daily Kasi News they suspected the woman was using muthi on the staff and her husband, whose name Lindiwe didn’t want to reveal.

“We had no proof and we couldn’t accuse her, but then I got a call from a worker who told me what she had done,” said Lindiwe.

Lindiwe said she took the woman in as a worker to help her. “She had nothing. Her mother kicked her out because she was sleeping with her mother’s boyfriend,” claimed Lindiwe.

I can’t believe she wanted to kill me but she told me she put dukanezwe muthi in my food so I would disappear and she could take my husband.”

A co-worker who didn’t want to be named said the woman cooked for them. “But she wouldn’t eat,” said the worker..

Police came to rescue the woman from the angry community, who wanted the police to let her out of the van so they could teach her a lesson. “Please don’t let me out, they are going to kill me,” she pleaded.

Cop spokesman Captain Solomon Sibiya said the woman was being kept in the holding cells for her own safety. They can’t open a case because she hasn’t been accused of a crime.

By Gugulethu Mtumane

SAPS Uitenhage detectives are investigating a culpable homicide case following the death of three people, including a pregnant woman, this morning, October 5, in Kariega.

According to police spokesperson, Captain Sandra Janse Van Rensburg, at approximately 08:25, SAPS Uitenhage attended to an accident that took place at the corners of Durban Road and upper Drostdy Street, Kariega involving two vehicles, an Isuzu LDV bakkie and a Daewoo Matiz.

“At this stage, details surrounding the accident are not clear. The Daewoo vehicle’s occupants included four adults and two children, aged 11 and 6 years old.

“The driver of the Daewoo sustained minor injuries while the two children were unharmed. Two women aged 36 and 38 years old and one unknown man died on their way to the hospital,” Janse Van Rensburg said.

Janse Van Rensburg added the 38-year-old pregnant woman and her unborn baby also passed away.

“The driver of the Isuzu was alone in the vehicle and was taken to hospital for treatment,” she said.

The names of the deceased will only be released once the next of kin has been informed.

A case of culpable homicide is under investigation