Thembi Siaga

Limpopo, Pretoria

Freelance Journalist at Freelance

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Articles

Legendary educator 'DD' Dhliwayo dies at 98

1 week ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

Veteran educator and former Orlando Pirates Football Club chairman Donald Daniel Dhliwayo, affectionately known as “DD”, has passed away at the age of 98. Dhliwayo, who was originally from Nancefield in Musina, died on 1 May at Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg after spending six weeks in intensive care with pneumonia. He studied teaching at Lemana College and went on to dedicate more than 40 years of his life to education.
Majosi man’s disappearance with rope leaves family in fear

1 week ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

Fear and uncertainty have gripped the Mavasa family from Majosi village, following the disappearance of their eldest son, 32-year-old Kaya Emile, on Monday, 28 April. Kaya, who was reportedly distraught after his girlfriend had left him for another man, left his home in the Sukani Section to collect firewood, carrying a rope — but he never returned. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt and brown Relay jeans.
Venda filmmaker wins Best African Film award

1 week ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

A major setback during the filming of Lubunyu did not stop Venda filmmaker Murena Netshitagana from winning the Best African Film award at the March 2025 World Film Festival in Cannes, France. While shooting Lubunyu, his debut film, during intense load-shedding, a 50kVA generator caught fire, threatening to derail the production. But despite the challenge, the film stood out among many African entries and was officially announced as the winner on 27 April.
Don't just fill that shopping trolley - shop around!

2 weeks ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga |Anton Van Zyl |Maanda Bele

By Thembi Siaga, Anton van Zyl and Maanda Bele If you need to stick to a very tight budget when buying essential groceries, your best option is to shop around rather than filling your trolley at a single retailer. By comparing prices and sticking to a grocery list, you could save more than R1,000 a month. This is one of the key findings from our Vhembe food-basket survey for April.
Millions splurged to repair historic Lemana College, but nothing to show for it

3 weeks ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

Situated a few kilometres from the historic Elim Hospital in Limpopo is another historic building - Lemana College. Since the college first opened its doors on 8 January 1906, thousands of young minds have been shaped in the classrooms originally built by Swiss missionaries. The list of well-known former scholars includes famous South Africans such as the late Prof Hudson Ntsanwisi, Judge GSS Maluleke and Prof Muxe Nkondo.
Gogo Murovhi dies at ripe age of 119

4 weeks ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

The Vhembe community is mourning the loss of one of its oldest and most respected elders, gogo Masakona Murovhi, who died peacefully on 10 April. Her ID book reflects that she was born on 16 June 1905, a few months shy of 120 years ago. Murovhi, from Muraleni village just outside Louis Trichardt, was a traditional leader who embodied the values of unity, compassion and resilience. Her passing marks the end of an era.
'Kingdom will collapse under female rule,' Prince Toni tells court

4 weeks ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

Prince Toni Mphephu Ramabulana told the Limpopo High Court that allowing a woman to ascend the Vhavenda throne would lead to the collapse of long-standing cultural traditions. Testifying in a heated legal battle over the kingship last week, Ramabulana insisted that Vhavenda customs strictly prohibit female leadership.
Vonani Bila publishes long-awaited English-Xitsonga dictionary

4 weeks ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

After years spent nurturing words like seeds in fertile soil, Vonani Bila – renowned author, poet, and son of Shirley Village near Elim – has gifted the world with Xilamulelamhangu, a monumental English-Xitsonga dictionary. Eight years in the making, the 1,348-page work was officially released on 5 April, marking a significant stride in education and the preservation of indigenous languages.
After losing her son, Sheila Mathebula turns her grief into poetry

1 month ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

Local poet Sheila “The Poetic Queen” Mathebula from Bungeni is turning heartbreak into healing with her latest book, The Power of a Wounded Woman. Recently released, the book was inspired by her personal experience of mourning the loss of her son, Pfano. Through her writing, Sheila gives a voice to women who have suffered in silence, demonstrating that wounds can become sources of strength.
Former Tshisimani College students unite to tackle education gaps

1 month ago | limpopomirror.co.za | Thembi Siaga

A group of 83 former Tshisimani College students, now teachers and school leaders, have united to address education gaps. Known as the “Tshisimani College 90–93 Cohort,” the group was officially launched on 21 March at Babylon Park in Thohoyandou. The launch was attended by 20 people, but membership has since grown to 83. The initiative focuses on improving literacy and numeracy, combating gender-based violence (GBV), and promoting regular school attendance.