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The reason why Americans and Europeans hardly respect Africa and our music is because, as Africans, when we look at something from other African countries, instead of seeing a brother growing, we see competition instead.

The Grammy saga has just shown us how Africans are and how we think of each other. We are in a time when music from our continent is buzzing and growing in popularity. I think what we need to do now is push our artists to collaborate more and produce music that adds value to our community. But no, all we want to do is argue all day about why our music is better than that from other African countries.

We've said it, and we'll say it again. The Grammys have been here for more than 66 years, and for 65 of those 66 years, Africans had little or nothing to contribute to the awards, yet it has never been considered w0rthless. The Grammy has been big without us, and it will still be big if they don't nominate Africans because Americans are celebrating it. 

You know what's not big? Our awards. That's because we don't see value in them. We are so focused on seeking validation from outside that we forget awards like the AFRIMAs, Trace Awards and others which were created to celebrate African music from every part of the continent.

The Headies is a Nigerian award, and no matter how we twist it, that award show cannot represent Africa because Nigeria is not the entire continent.

Let's start seeing each other as brothers and celebrate ourselves when we win. Let's add value to our own awards and grow; that is the only way others will respect us.

We Are One.

If you still see music from other African countries as a competition, we say Sh@me on you.

15-YEAR-OLD BOY STABS ANOTHER BOY ( 17 ) AT A TAVERN

SHONGOANE 2 : The Police in Vila Nora,Waterberg District have arrested a 15-year-old boy for stabbing and killing a 17-year-old boy at Shongoane 2 Phahladira village, in the early hours of Sunday, 04 February 2024. 

According to information, the Police were summoned to the scene, on arrival at the said tavern, the victim was already transported to the local clinic by the tavern owner. 

They proceeded to the clinic and, upon arrival, the medical examiner, certified the victim dead. 

Preliminary investigation found that the victim was stabbed with a sharp object at his upper body. 

They opened a case of murder and traced the suspect who was arrested the same day. 

The motive for this horrific incident is unknown and the investigation is still continuing. 

The arrested suspect will soon appear before the Phalala Magistrate court. 

Drake trends on X over alleged 'leaked' X-rated video - as rapper 'appears to respond' to social media furore

Drake has become the number one trending topic on X after an alleged X-rated video of the star was reportedly leaked online.

The rapper, 37, who recently slammed the Grammys, set the internet abuzz and fans into a frenzy after a clip emerged appearing to show the star laying in bed naked and engaging in a sex act.

Hundreds of thousands of fans quickly began responding to the clip in disbelief. The rapper has not issued issued an official response or statement to the video.

Kick streamer Adin Ross, who is friends with the rapper, claimed he sent a voice memo to Drake saying: 'We was just looking at the s**t. It’s like crazy bro, like god damn. 

'You’re blessed with your voice, you’re blessed with performing, you’re blessed to be you, you’re blessed to be number one and you’re also blessed to have a f**king missile.'

Drake has become the number one trending topic on X after an alleged X-rated video of the star was reportedly leaked online (pictured 2022)

Ross claimed Drake responded to him with 'eight laughing face emojis' and might use the  voice memo as his 'next album intro.'

Drake mastibating video 👉here 

It is not clear if Drake's alleged response was the star confirming the video was him. He has not made any further comments on the situation orvideo. 

DailyMail.com has contacted Drake's representatives for comment. 

This comes after  Drake  slammed the Grammy Awards 2024 claiming 'it doesn't dictate s***' while furious SZA fans demanded that she was 'robbed' of an award on Sunday.

Following Taylor Swift's victory Album Of The Year win, the rapper and SZA's fanbase has hit out at the awards ceremony.

Drake mastibating video 👉here

Taylor, 34, made history as she earned the top honor at the end of the night for her album Midnights in a surprise appearance by music icon Celine Dion.

Drake, who wasn't in attendance at the ceremony this year, has since snubbed Taylor's win as he took to Instagram to re-share his iconic 2019 acceptant speech after picking up a Grammy five years ago.

Alongside the repost, he wrote: 'All you incredible artists remember this show isn't the facts it's just the opinion of a group of people whose name are kept a secret (literally you can google it).

Drake responds to Adin Ross after he left a voice message about his leaked video... 💀 pic.twitter.com/M9nH9xYzDa

— Liutauras (@Liutauras_) February 6, 2024

 

KZN MUST HELP MORE AFTER BABY ABANDONED WITH NOTE FROM MOM

The DA has called on KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Social Development MEC, Nonhlanhla Khoza, to provide answers after a three-month-old baby girl was abandoned by her mother, allegedly after she could not get help from social workers. The infant was found in eThekwini with a note from her mother outlining her tragic situation. The mom wrote“Hi. You might be wondering why I dumped my baby; don’t wonder just help her if you can or call authorities but don’t judge me. I have spoken twice with Social Workers. They delaying to assist, I know this looks bad but I had no option. The system is fragile and we can’t even abort safely anymore. Hospitals have strict rules.”

DA KZN Social Development spokesperson Mmabatho Tembe said: “The abandonment of yet another baby is telling of a broken system. Of particular concern are the contents of the letter in which the child’s mother apologises for her actions, stating that she tried to get help but none was forthcoming.

“This Department has a responsibility to help citizens in time of need and she should have been able to receive assistance.”

The child was found by a man picking mangoes on Monday morning in 28 degree temperatures near Oaklands Drive in Dawncrest. She had been dumped in a bush, at the base of an embankment next to a stream near a soccer court. Beside the child, the mother had left a bag with nappies and a bottle of milk in it, as well as a pacifier.

After reading the note (written in English), the man contacted his employer who called RUSA (Reaction Unit South Africa). Members of defence company RUSA were highly commended for their sensitive and caring handling of the situation.

The sad note from the mother who abandoned her baby in KZN. Photo: FB / RUSA

RUSA said: “On arrival, Reaction Officers were pointed out the location of the discovery and handed over the child and the bag. A female Officer & Medics were called to the scene and the child’s soaked diaper was changed. The baby girl was then fed with a bottle of milk. Medics examined the infant aged approx three (3) months and found her to be in good health.”

RUSA added yesterday: “A criminal case of Child Abandonment will be registered & Reaction Officers will be seeking assistance to identify the child or mother. If any can assist with the identification, kindly contact 086 1234 333 (RUSA)

Today, the DA’s Tembe said it was clear the mother had abandoned her daughter in an act of “sheer desperation”, and said if her claims are verified, “there must be severe consequences”.RUSA (Reaction Unit South Africa) members have been highly commended for their sensitive handling of the tragic situation. Photo: FB / RUSA

The DA has raised the issue of child abandonment on several occasions, including last month when it called on the department to:

Provide increased support to NGOs with baby drop-off safes so that babies are not left in bins or, as in this case, out in the open

Work closely with other government departments, such as Health, to deal with the rise in child abandonment

Intensify programmes within clinics and hospitals regarding unwanted pregnancies and deal with red tape surrounding this issue and;

Increase community campaigns on options available to those women with unwanted pregnancies.

RESPONSES FROM FELLOW SOUTH AFRICANS

Many social media users have expressed heartbreak that the mother felt she had no option but to abandon her child.

Sameera A said: “Just look at that baby’s face!!!! You can clearly see that this baby girl was taken very good care of by this mother! With so many harsh negative comments assumptions and judgements ! Failure to try and understand the many possible reasons behind the painful decision this.mum had to take. Imagine the tears that must have been flowing down her cheeks as she penned that little note and when she placed that little one down how heavy her heart must have felt while walking away! For such a drastic step to take she definitely been going through a lot throughout that pregnancy. She may have been failed by Many! Thank the almighty that this precious was found unharmed.”

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Heather B revealed: “My birth mother was 18 yrs when I was born. She walked out of hospital in 1951 soon after, without me. Fortunately I was adopted at 6 wks old by a wonderful couple who couldn’t have children. I was one of the lucky ones. I pray this little one will be too.”

Ethne K wrote: “I cannot even imagine how desperate that poor mother was to leave her baby. She is probably suffering from post natal depression, beyond the ability of thinking logically and obviously no help being offered to her in her predicament. I hope they find her, that she be reunited with her baby and gets the help she so desperately needs.”

Hazel L said: “How deeply sad. To leave your baby must be the most terrible ache ever. I will not judge. I pray that God protects both the mother and this precious child. How terribly heartsore ?”

MILLENNIUM LEARNERS HOLD TEACHERS AND MANAGEMENT HOSTAGE DEMANDING PHONES TAKEN FROM THEM

Seshego and Moletjie news has learned that Millennium learners held teachers and principal hostage cell phones took by Police and Seshego forum this morning. 

According to reports, the school principal and management of Millenium high held hostage by the learners demanding their cell phones back after school. Scacag went and ease the situation.

Mr Mabotja urge parents to know that cellphones are not allowed at schools and must make sure that before their children leaves they check them their school bags.

They allegedly vowed to burn down the school and management's cars.

The lawyers contacted Monada on Monday: king Monada is in big trouble

 

As a result, Mashabela, unleashed his lawyers, Thobejane Incorporate, to sue Monada for damages and failure to honour a contractual obligation.The lawyers contacted Monada on Monday to demand the repayment of the R35 000 appearance fee paid to him.

They also wanted him to pay Lila’s legal costs and the reputational damage the organisation suffered as a result of his failure to show up at the jamboree. After smelling a rat, Monada sold Makwela down the river.

He told the lawyers he knew nothing about the gig, saying Makwela had to take full responsibility for the faux pas. Speaking to Sunday World, Harry Thobejane of Thobejane Incorporate confirmed that Monada threw Makwela to the wolves.

“What happened was that Monada was paid R35 000 by Lila to perform at the event last year. But he failed to pitch up. So Makwela wrote a letter to my clients stating Monada would perform at this year’s event and they agreed,” he said.

He said after the agreement, Lila distributed posters and even announced on various radio stations that the Skabhora Moreki hitmaker would be part of the line-up of artists to strut their stuff at the do.But to their chagrin, Monada did not pitch up again.

He did not furnish the organisers with a reason for marooning them at the 11th hour. So, on Monday I contacted Makwela because I wanted to send him a letter of demand, but he told me that he was not feeling well. He told me that I should direct all the correspondences to the artist himself,” he said.

Thobejane said when he contacted the music mega star, he told him he knew nothing about the show and that Makwela should carry the cross for the blunder

BREAKING NEWS: Spar employee died 😢 see what her son did after watching the video

In the digital age, where online personas often blur with reality, the recent tragedy of the Spar Lady underscores the power and dangers of internet fame. Known for her infectious laughter and charming demeanor in a viral video, the Spar Lady, whose true identity remains undisclosed, captured the hearts of millions worldwide. But behind her joyful facade lay a heartbreaking story that has rocked the online community.

Watch Dake video 👉 here

Mbali Enhle was first AKA Girlfriend 👉here

Spar employee video 👉here

King Monada is in big trouble 👉here

 

 

It’s with heavy hearts that we share the news of the Spar Lady’s passing, reportedly due to suicide. This revelation has sent shockwaves through social media platforms, where just days ago, she was celebrated as a symbol of positivity and humor. The circumstances surrounding her death remain mysterious, leaving many to ponder the reasons behind her tragic choice.

Adding to the tragedy is the fact that the Spar Lady leaves behind a son, who is said to have witnessed the video that thrust his mother into internet fame. Overwhelmed with grief at the loss of his mother, the young boy has expressed a desire to follow in her footsteps, underscoring the profound impact of viral fame on mental health.

In light of this heartbreaking event, it’s crucial for us to consider the repercussions of our actions online. While the allure of instant fame may be tempting, we must remember the human toll that often accompanies such attention. Every viral sensation is a real person with real emotions and struggles, deserving of empathy and compassion.

Watch Dake video 👉 here

Mbali Enhle was first AKA Girlfriend 👉 here 

Spar employee video 👉here

 

The Spar Lady’s story also highlights the pervasive issue of mental health in our society. Too often, those silently suffering behind closed doors are overlooked until it’s too late. We must strive to foster a culture of openness and support, where individuals feel safe seeking help without fear of judgment or stigma.

As we grieve the loss of the Spar Lady, let’s use this tragedy as a catalyst for change. Let’s pledge to be more mindful of our online impact, to reach out to those in need, and to prioritize mental health above all else. In doing so, we honor the memory of the Spar Lady and all those lost to the silent epidemic of suicide. May she rest in peace, and may her story remind us of the fragility of life and the importance of kindness and empathy in our interconnected world.