Siseko Gwegwe

Cape Town

Content Writer, Football Writer at The South African

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Articles

WHO member states reach consensus on pandemic agreement

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Nokwanda Ncwane |Ray Leathern |Siseko Gwegwe |Craig Lewis

In a bid to strengthen global collaboration on prevention, preparedness and response to future pandemic threats, World Health Organisation (WHO) Member States have agreed to a legally binding treaty. Following the scrambling for resources and vaccines, especially in Africa, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, WHO Member States formed the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB) to draft and negotiate a global agreement to better respond to another global pandemic.
The ONE time you DON’T want to be on the roads this Easter

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Ray Leathern |Nokwanda Ncwane |Siseko Gwegwe |Craig Lewis

According to historical data, the Easter holiday sees some of the heaviest annual traffic in South Africa. Tens of thousands of families embark on journeys along popular routes to visit their favourite holiday destinations over Easter for some well-earned rest and relaxation. And fuel prices saw a marked reduction last month, which should tempt even more cash-savvy motorists onto the roads in 2025. So, what days and times are the busiest on the roads?
Kaizer Chiefs Transfer News: Hlongwane, Lorch and Mbule

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Siseko Gwegwe |Craig Lewis |Garrin Lambley |Joshua Hendricks

Kaizer Chiefs will have a new center forward next season, while big question marks are facing the prospects of Thembinkosi Lorch and Sipho Mbule. After 11 goals and two assists for Amakhosi in the DCC this season, the 19-year-old striker has put pen to paper on his first senior deal. According to FARPost, the Sebokeng-born player has been training with the senior team since December 2024 together with the 21-year-old defender Aden McCarthy.
Rassie Erasmus slams former coach over shock allegations

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Craig Lewis |Siseko Gwegwe |Garrin Lambley |Joshua Hendricks

As one of the trendsetters in world rugby, Rassie Erasmus’ Springbok team have come to accept that they will have to face opposition and criticism from certain sources. It’s a version of so-called ‘tall poppy syndrome’ where a successful person or team has to contend with others trying to cut them down to size for one reason or another.
Orlando Pirates to sign the new Andile Jali to replace Miguel Timm?

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Siseko Gwegwe |Garrin Lambley |Craig Lewis |Joshua Hendricks

Orlando Pirates supporters can expect a new midfielder enforcer next season, and he is as feisty as the great Andile Jali. According to iDiski Times, the Sea Robbers are looking to replace Miguel Timm and provide cover for the ever industrious Makhehleni Makhaula. The target is the 24-year-old Masindi Nemtajela. The Limpopo native has been instrumental in Gallants’ three wins in six games with a total of 13 games this term.
Kaizer Chiefs rumours: Unpopular trophy opinion, bad Vilakazi news

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | James Freemantle |Rob de Mezieres |Joshua Hendricks |Siseko Gwegwe

Today’s Kaizer Chiefs news wrap features a controversial opinion about trophy success and a blow regarding Mfundo Vilakazi. Fans of all clubs around the world love winning cups. That’s obvious. However, another season outside of the MTN8 places will be a sign that Chiefs aren’t getting any closer to winning the league crown. Erik Ten Hag got sacked by Man United despite winning the EFL and FA Cups.
ConCourt rules 'Kill the Boer' is legal, but is it right?

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Rob de Mezieres |Joshua Hendricks |Siseko Gwegwe |Garrin Lambley |Robert de Mezieres

Believe it or not, on 27 March, our “apex” Constitutional Court (ConCourt) ruled that the Economic Freedom Fighter’s (EFF’s) chanting or singing of “Kill the Boer” does not qualify as hate speech, inciting violence or a call to genocide, and it’s totally okay and legal for them to do so. Yes, that happened. In South Africa, today. My…the true colours are really oozing out lately, aren’t they?
Kaizer Chiefs hit with major injury blow ahead of Nedbank Cup final

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Joshua Hendricks |Siseko Gwegwe |Garrin Lambley

Kaizer Chiefs hit with a major injury blow ahead of the Nedbank Cup final. Amakhosi are still riding the wave of their stunning victory over Mamelodi Sundowns, a win that secured their place against their fierce Soweto rivals, Orlando Pirates. But as the team gears up for what could be a historic clash, they may have to do it without one of their most reliable defenders. Right back Reeve Frosler has been sidelined since early March, and sources reveal he’s been nursing a nagging shoulder injury.
Family of rescued US pastor after SA kidnapping

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Joshua Hendricks |Siseko Gwegwe |Garrin Lambley

Family and friends of US pastor Josh Sullivan are celebrating his safe rescue by police after he was kidnapped and held hostage for ransom from his Gqerberha church last week. The 45-year-old and his family have been living in South Africa since 2018 after establishing a church in the Eastern Cape. Less than a week after his kidnapping in church mid-sermon, Josh Sullivan was rescued by police from a KwaMagxaki property in Nelson Mandela Bay.
Orlando Pirates to offload star called ‘Iniesta’

1 week ago | thesouthafrican.com | Joshua Hendricks |Siseko Gwegwe |Garrin Lambley |Adamu Andrew Michael

Orlando Pirates are set to offload a star called ‘Iniesta’ for next season. The Bucs are reportedly preparing to send midfielder Selaelo Rasebotja out on loan in a bid to help the young talent gain more game time and grow his career. A source revealed that the decision comes as the technical team seeks to streamline the squad ahead of the new season. Rasebotja, who previously shone at SuperSport United, has struggled to break into the Buccaneers’ starting lineup.