Former president Jacob Zuma’s family is eagerly waiting for him to be discharged from hospital. Image: SANDILE NDLOVU Former president Jacob Zuma’s elated family members are awaiting his arrival at his Nkandla homestead in KwaZulu-Natal after his release on medical parole by the department of correctional services on Sunday. “I feel …
Read More »VIDEO: Family buries JHS pupil who ‘committed suicide’ with a cutlass to avenge death
The family of 14-year-old final year pupil, Leticia Kyere Pinamang, who allegedly committed suicide, has buried her with a cutlass to avenge her death. During her burial over the weekend, the elders of the family were captured invoking curses and pouring libations to appease gods who they claim will …
Read More »24 family members die after mistaking fertiliser for salt
Twenty-four members of the same family have died after consuming a suspected poisoned meal in northwestern Nigeria. The incident happened in Danzanke village – a remote community in the northwest Sokoto state. The state’s health commissioner, Ali Inname, told journalists that the family mistakenly used fertiliser chemical that looked like …
Read More »South Africa: Family mourns teenager killed in violence
Relatives on Wednesday mourned the death of a 14-year-old boy killed in the violence that has left South Africa on edge, as the government urged communities to “work with law enforcement agencies to stop the looting and violence.” At the Chris Hani Mall in Vosloorus, far east of Johannesburg, Vusi …
Read More »Journalist behind viral Wa military brutality video moves family as precautionary measure
• Journalist who recorded the assault of civilians by military personnel in Wa has had to move to protect his family • The journalist said in order not to be targeted he has had to relocate his wife and children • Some residents of Wa were subjected to beatings by …
Read More »Family of 10 die after drinking herbal mixture
Ten members of a family have been sent to their early grave after consuming a local herbal mixture purported to be the cure for an ailment. The tragedy happened in Biogberu village in the local government area of Kwara State in Nigeria on June 18. Confirming the incident, the spokesperson …
Read More »Family of Miracle JHS girl requests for second autopsy
According to the family, they are not satisfied with the outcome of the autopsy report from the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital so they will be seeking a second opinion. A family source who spoke to GhanaWeb on condition of strict anonymity disclosed that they have resolved to pursue that option because they …
Read More »7 leftovers that can poison your family if reheated
It is a common practice among many people to reheat your leftover foods in an attempt to be enjoyed at a later time. This can be somewhat safe and acceptable for many foods, but there are some specific food items that you need to avoid reheating as they may …
Read More »Family of murdered Ofankor tenant pleads with public to assist in finding taxi driver
The family of a murdered young man at Ofankor in Accra, is pleading with the public to assist in providing information on the whereabouts of a Kia Picanto taxi driver with registration number GC 5074-16 for trial purposes. According to the father of the deceased, Rev. Joseph Okyere, the taxi …
Read More »Royal family endorse new king Misuzulu kaZwelithini
King Misuzulu kaZwelithini with prime minister of the Zulu monarchy Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi at KwaKhangelamankengane Royal Palace. Image: SANDILE NDLOVU/Sunday Times Princess Thembi Zulu-Ndlovu, sister to the late Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini, has assured SA that the family is fully behind the new Zulu king, Misuzulu kaZwelithini. Zulu-Ndlovu’s statement comes after …
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