Friday, 2 October 2026

Sibiya’s bail hearing heard allegations that he communicated sexually with a 16-year-old, requested explicit material and admitted having consensual sex with an 18-year-old; his lawyer said the state portrayed him as a pedophile.

Former National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula missed her corruption and money-laundering trial after reporting illness; without a sick note, the court issued a warrant held over until November.

South African musician Bab Mlangeni died aged 83 after a short illness; blind from childhood, he built a nearly six-decade career and inspired musicians including Steve Kekana.

Restaurant owners Theo Menos and Darren O’Donovan said survival depends on owner involvement, staff culture and stamina, while discussing expansion, menus, preparation and tipping practices.

Relationship coach Tracy Zeman Jacobs said sexually conservative partners may be shaped by religious or cultural conditioning, shame or past hurt; honest communication, safety and consent are essential.