COPE leader Mosiuoa Gerard Patrick Lekota. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a Special Official Funeral Category 2 to honour the late former Minister of Defence and leader of the Congress of the People (COPE), Mosiuoa Gerard Patrick Lekota, who passed away on March 4, 2026, at the age of 77. In a statement, President Ramaphosa paid tribute to Lekota as "a patriot, freedom fighter, and servant of the

Dr Patrice Motsepe is still touted by his supporter to succeed President Cyril Ramaphosa. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. Patrice Motsepe's firm denial of presidential ambitions has been revealed as a strategic move to protect the PM27 campaign, according to insiders. A statement from the Office of the National Convener of PM27 says Motsepe's response was necessary to avoid disciplinary action and potential termination of membership. "T

Billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe's move has shifted attention to other potential candidates, but one thing is clear: he's playing the long game. As the ANC presidency battle heats up, Motsepe's respectful denial has earned him respect and credibility. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. In a move that has solidified his reputation as a team player, billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe has firmly denied rumors of his presidential a

Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba raising funds for a remarkable cause during the Annual Golf Day at Euphoria Golf Estate.The event was aimed at supporting a 29-year-old mother of conjoined twins, born on January 28 at Mankweng Tertiary Hospital, who are currently receiving care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered Dr. Phophi Ramathuba, the Premier of Limpopo, recently hosted an Annual Golf Day at Euphoria Golf

In a world where leadership is often defined by self-interest and a lack of vision, John Makoro Mpe stands tall as a beacon of hope. As the ANC Peter Mokaba Region Chairperson and Polokwane Municipality Executive Mayor, Mpe embodies the values of the ANC: care, compassion, and dedication to the people. His leadership has been a breath of fresh air, inspiring hope in Limpopo and beyond. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. In a world where le

The conflict has escalated, with Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, repelling retaliatory strikes from Iran. The US has struck over 3,000 targets in Iran since last weekend, and the UN chief has called for serious diplomatic negotiations to stop the fighting. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Truth. Fearless. Unfiltered. Israel has launched a "broad-scale wave of strikes" on Tehran, using over 80 fighter jets to target military infrastructure, includi