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GAAL'S FATAL GROUNDHOG DAY: LIMPOPO BLEEDS AS CORRUPTION CONTINUES TO KILL
By Mpho Dube — Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. As the world bid farewell to the festive season and welcomed a new year, the people of Limpopo were left to grapple with a harsh reality: their province is still reeling from the devastating impact of a corruption scandal that has crippled their airport and strangled their economy. It's been over two weeks since The Azanian broke the story of GAAL's brazen theft of Polokwane International Airport's Instr
Mpho Dube
3 days ago
NTULI STANDS TALL FOR MKHWANAZI: "KWAZULU-NATAL CAN'T LOSE THIS JEWEL
Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. By Mpho Dube — Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli is getting praise from the IFP for his bold stance on retaining Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as Provincial Police Commissioner. Ntuli's public support sends a strong message: KZN needs Mkhwanazi's expertise and leadership. The IFP commends Ntuli's "bold, principled, and visionary leadership" in prioritizing public safety
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
TRUMP'S TRAVEL BAN BACKLASH: MALI AND BURKINA FASO HIT BACK
US President Donald Trump. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian In a tit-for-tat move, Mali and Burkina Faso have imposed full visa bans on United States citizens, retaliating against US President Donald Trump's ban on US visas for their citizens. The two West African countries, governed by military juntas, announced the ban citing the principle of reciprocity. This move follows Trump's new visa restrictions, which now apply to 39 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle E
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
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GAAL'S FATAL GROUNDHOG DAY: LIMPOPO BLEEDS AS CORRUPTION CONTINUES TO KILL
By Mpho Dube — Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. As the world bid farewell to the festive season and welcomed a new year, the people of Limpopo were left to grapple with a harsh reality: their province is still reeling from the devastating impact of a corruption scandal that has crippled their airport and strangled their economy. It's been over two weeks since The Azanian broke the story of GAAL's brazen theft of Polokwane International Airport's Instr
Mpho Dube
3 days ago
STOMPING INTO SUCCESS: PSF FUNERALS GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Khutso Mothapo, Director for PSF Funerals and Tombstones with Nomi community base member of Ward 16. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian In a heartwarming display of kindness and generosity, PSF Funerals and Tombstones has donated school shoes to needy families in Lebowakgomo ward 16 and 18, proving that even in the darkest times, there's always room for kindness. The initiative, part of PSF's commitment to giving back to the community, saw the company distributing sho
Mpho Dube
3 days ago
NTULI STANDS TALL FOR MKHWANAZI: "KWAZULU-NATAL CAN'T LOSE THIS JEWEL
Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. By Mpho Dube — Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli is getting praise from the IFP for his bold stance on retaining Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as Provincial Police Commissioner. Ntuli's public support sends a strong message: KZN needs Mkhwanazi's expertise and leadership. The IFP commends Ntuli's "bold, principled, and visionary leadership" in prioritizing public safety
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
Politics
GAAL'S FATAL GROUNDHOG DAY: LIMPOPO BLEEDS AS CORRUPTION CONTINUES TO KILL
By Mpho Dube — Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. As the world bid farewell to the festive season and welcomed a new year, the people of Limpopo were left to grapple with a harsh reality: their province is still reeling from the devastating impact of a corruption scandal that has crippled their airport and strangled their economy. It's been over two weeks since The Azanian broke the story of GAAL's brazen theft of Polokwane International Airport's Instr
Mpho Dube
3 days ago
NTULI STANDS TALL FOR MKHWANAZI: "KWAZULU-NATAL CAN'T LOSE THIS JEWEL
Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. By Mpho Dube — Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli is getting praise from the IFP for his bold stance on retaining Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as Provincial Police Commissioner. Ntuli's public support sends a strong message: KZN needs Mkhwanazi's expertise and leadership. The IFP commends Ntuli's "bold, principled, and visionary leadership" in prioritizing public safety
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
TRUMP'S TRAVEL BAN BACKLASH: MALI AND BURKINA FASO HIT BACK
US President Donald Trump. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian In a tit-for-tat move, Mali and Burkina Faso have imposed full visa bans on United States citizens, retaliating against US President Donald Trump's ban on US visas for their citizens. The two West African countries, governed by military juntas, announced the ban citing the principle of reciprocity. This move follows Trump's new visa restrictions, which now apply to 39 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle E
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
Motoring
LESUFI WINS ROUND ONE: ANC PREMIER SURVIVES NO-CONFIDENCE MOTION
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has emerged victorious after the Democratic Alliance's (DA) motion of no confidence against him failed to gain traction in the provincial legislature. The motion, which accused Lesufi of mishandling corruption allegations and negligence, was defeated as most parties in the legislature refused to support the DA's proposal. In a significant blow to the DA, only their memb
Mpho Dube
Nov 15, 2025
Building a Brighter Future: Limpopo MEC Tonny Rachoene Joins President Ramaphosa at SIDSSA25
Limpopo MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, Tonny Rachoene, stepped into the Century City Conference Centre for day two of...
Mpho Dube
May 27, 2025
MEC TONNY RACHOENE SETS SIGHTS ON SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT
Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure in Limpopo, Tonny Rachoene, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Public Works Minister Dean William...
Mpho Dube
May 26, 2025
Sports
RACHOENE'S LEGACY OF EMPOWERMENT: TONNY RACHOENE ANNUAL CHARITY TOURNAMENT REACHES NEW HEIGHTS
TRACT Founder and Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure MEC Tonny Rachoene. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Limpopo's MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure Tonny Rachoene has has once again demonstrated his commitment to empowering the youth and promoting social cohesion through sports. The Tonny Rachoene Annual Charity Tournament (TRACT) is back for its 6th edition, and it's bigger and better than ever. The tournament, which was founded by Rachoene himse
Mpho Dube
Dec 18, 2025
PIRATES MAKE HISTORY, LUTHULI AND RADIOPANE FIRE BUCS TO CARLING BLACK LABEL CHAMPIONS CUP GLORY
Orlando Pirates have made history as the first team to win the Carling Black Label Cup, defeating Carling Black Label All Stars 2-0 in a thrilling final at the Durban stadium . By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Orlando Pirates have made history as the first team to win the Carling Black Label Cup, defeating Carling Black Label All Stars 2-0 in a thrilling final at the Durban stadium. Sifiso Luthuli and Boitumelo Radiopane were the heroes of the day, scoring the goa
Mpho Dube
Dec 13, 2025
BROOS IN STORMY WEATHER: Bafana Coach Faces SAHRC Probe Over 'Racist' Remarks
Top: Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos. Bottom: Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi and his agent, Basia Michaels. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos is facing intense backlash and a probe by the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) over alleged racist and sexist remarks made during a press conference in Pretoria. The controversy surrounds comments Broos made about Orlando Pirates defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi and h
Mpho Dube
Dec 12, 2025
Opinions & Comments
A POWERFUL MESSAGE OF HOPE AND REDEMPTION: REVIEW OF "THIS THING" FIX IT OR ELSE ...
Editor-in-Chief, Publisher and Founder of The Azanian Mpho Dube with Bishop Clement Koma, Founder of The Potter's House Christian Church during the first Sunday church service in Polokwane. Mpho Dube bought a copy of Bishop Koma's masterpiece book "This Thing" Fix It or Else ...Photo by my daughter Dimpho Mogau. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, Publisher and Founder of The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. In a world filled with uncertainty and chaos, it's refreshing to com
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA: A LEADER OF UNWAVEING DETERMINATION
President Cyril "Buffalo Soldier" Ramaphosa... By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. Today, as we commemorate the 114th anniversary of the African National Congress (ANC), President Cyril Ramaphosa's January 8 statement has sent shockwaves of inspiration throughout the nation. In a world where external pressures and internal divisions threaten to derail our progress, Ramaphosa has stood tall, declaring, "We will not be bullied". This is not
Mpho Dube
5 days ago
RAMAPHOSA REIGNITES ANC SUPPORTERS WITH FIERY JANUARY 8 SPEECH
ANC President Cyril "The Buffalo Soldier" Ramaphosa. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. January 10, 2026 ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a thunderous January 8 statement, reigniting the passion of thousands of ANC supporters at Moruleng Stadium in North West. The Buffalo, as he's affectionately known, left no room for doubt as he slammed superpowers for spreading false narratives about South Africa, specifically referencing claims
Mpho Dube
5 days ago
Travel
MAPHETO'S MAKGOLO KONADI TOURNAMENT: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES AND UNLEASHING TALENT
Lesedi Mapheto, Founder and Chairman of Lesedi7 Group. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian In a powerful display of community empowerment, Lesedi Mapheto, founder and chairman of Lesedi7 Group, has brought together 32 soccer teams and eight netball teams for the second annual Makgolo Konadi Tournament in Ga-Mphahlele, Limpopo Province. The tournament, named after Mapheto's late grandmother, is a testament to his commitment to youth development and community upliftment.
Mpho Dube
Dec 8, 2025
Team Delela: The Dynamic Duo Taking the Music World by Storm
Team Delela: The Dynamic Duo Taking the Music World by Storm. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Limpopo's finest, Team Delela, is making waves in the South African music industry and beyond with their unique blend of Afropop, Jazz, Kwaito, and Amapiano. The duo, consisting of Thomas Chosane and Thibane Motubatse, is known for their thought-provoking lyrics, infectious beats, and electrifying stage presence. Their music has resonated with fans across South Africa, w
The Azanian
Nov 28, 2025
Get Ready to Groove at the ZB Soul Session!
By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian The ZB Soul Session is happening on November 30, 2025, at Mohwiti Eating House in Mokoting Lebowakgomo Complex, Zone A, and it's going to be an epic event! Here's what's in store: - Free Entrance : Yes, you heard it right, entrance is FREE! - Top DJs : Bandox, SDK, John Buller, and Solomon will be taking care of the beats, ensuring an unforgettable experience. - No Cooler Box Allowed : Leave the coolers at home, as they're not permit
Mpho Dube
Nov 20, 2025
Entertainment
RACHOENE'S LEGACY OF EMPOWERMENT: TONNY RACHOENE ANNUAL CHARITY TOURNAMENT REACHES NEW HEIGHTS
TRACT Founder and Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure MEC Tonny Rachoene. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Limpopo's MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure Tonny Rachoene has has once again demonstrated his commitment to empowering the youth and promoting social cohesion through sports. The Tonny Rachoene Annual Charity Tournament (TRACT) is back for its 6th edition, and it's bigger and better than ever. The tournament, which was founded by Rachoene himse
Mpho Dube
Dec 18, 2025
SHEBESHXT'S CHRISTMAS BEHIND BARS: Lekompo Star Denied Bail in Polokwane Court
Lehlogonolo "Shebeshxt"Chauke. Popular Lekompo musician Lehlogonolo Chauke, better known as Shebeshxt, will spend Christmas and New Year behind bars after the Polokwane Magistrates Court denied him bail on Wednesday. The 30-year-old star is facing serious charges, including three counts of attempted murder, negligent discharge of a firearm, robbery with aggravating circumstances, two counts of assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and possession of an unlicensed
MM JJ Msomi
Dec 18, 2025
PIRATES MAKE HISTORY, LUTHULI AND RADIOPANE FIRE BUCS TO CARLING BLACK LABEL CHAMPIONS CUP GLORY
Orlando Pirates have made history as the first team to win the Carling Black Label Cup, defeating Carling Black Label All Stars 2-0 in a thrilling final at the Durban stadium . By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief of The Azanian Orlando Pirates have made history as the first team to win the Carling Black Label Cup, defeating Carling Black Label All Stars 2-0 in a thrilling final at the Durban stadium. Sifiso Luthuli and Boitumelo Radiopane were the heroes of the day, scoring the goa
Mpho Dube
Dec 13, 2025
Lifestyle
STOMPING INTO SUCCESS: PSF FUNERALS GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Khutso Mothapo, Director for PSF Funerals and Tombstones with Nomi community base member of Ward 16. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian In a heartwarming display of kindness and generosity, PSF Funerals and Tombstones has donated school shoes to needy families in Lebowakgomo ward 16 and 18, proving that even in the darkest times, there's always room for kindness. The initiative, part of PSF's commitment to giving back to the community, saw the company distributing sho
Mpho Dube
3 days ago
A POWERFUL MESSAGE OF HOPE AND REDEMPTION: REVIEW OF "THIS THING" FIX IT OR ELSE ...
Editor-in-Chief, Publisher and Founder of The Azanian Mpho Dube with Bishop Clement Koma, Founder of The Potter's House Christian Church during the first Sunday church service in Polokwane. Mpho Dube bought a copy of Bishop Koma's masterpiece book "This Thing" Fix It or Else ...Photo by my daughter Dimpho Mogau. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, Publisher and Founder of The Azanian_ Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. In a world filled with uncertainty and chaos, it's refreshing to com
Mpho Dube
4 days ago
RACHOENE'S LEGACY OF EMPOWERMENT: TONNY RACHOENE ANNUAL CHARITY TOURNAMENT REACHES NEW HEIGHTS
TRACT Founder and Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure MEC Tonny Rachoene. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Limpopo's MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure Tonny Rachoene has has once again demonstrated his commitment to empowering the youth and promoting social cohesion through sports. The Tonny Rachoene Annual Charity Tournament (TRACT) is back for its 6th edition, and it's bigger and better than ever. The tournament, which was founded by Rachoene himse
Mpho Dube
Dec 18, 2025
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