Minenhle ‘Minnie’ Dlamini. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian | Johannesburg | 22 December 202 5 Television star and socialite Minenhle ‘Minnie’ Dlamini has been ordered to return R50,000 she received illegally from a National Lotteries Commission (NLC) grant, after the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) secured a settlement with the 35-year-old actress over misused public funds. The settlement, announced Monday, follows an SIU investigation that found Dlamini was amon

Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian In a bold, hands-on move that sent ripples of hope across Vhembe District, Limpopo’s Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego rolled up unannounced at Musina Hospital last Thursday, armed with a clipboard, a promise, and a mission to fix the crippling medicine shortage that had left Nancefield Clinic’s patients in despair. The visit came after a wave of complaints from residents about dwindling stocks of essential

By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Limpopo’s Health MEC Ms Dieketseng Mashego has launched a heart‑warming initiative to personally welcome newborn babies at hospitals across the province, reinforcing her commitment to compassionate healthcare and community engagement. The campaign, showcased in a vibrant poster featuring MEC Mashego surrounded by cherubic newborns, announces special visits on Christmas Day, 25 December 2025, and New Year’s Day, 1 January 2026. On Chr

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

Limpopo Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Limpopo Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego has emphasized the importance of compassion, dignity, and love in healthcare, as she celebrated Christmas with mental health care users at Hayani Specialised Hospital in Vhembe District. In her speech, Mashego reminded attendees that healthcare is not only about treatment and medication, but also about human connection and empathy. She quoted Nelson Mandela,

MEC visits to hospitals, including Seshego Hospital, Letaba Hospital and Mankweng Tertiary Hospital, demonstrate her commitment to ensuring quality care for all. By Mpho Dube, Editor-in-Chief, The Azanian Limpopo Health MEC Dieketseng Mashego is sending a clear message to hospital management and staff: respect patients, respect yourselves, and act professionally. Her recent visits to hospitals and clinics across the province demonstrate her commitment to improving service del