Xolile Mtembu

Digital Journalist, IOL News

Gayton McKenzie reveals new insights into the Joshlin Smith investigation

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Gayton McKenzie confronts accusations of kidnapping in the Joshlin Smith case, shedding light on the investigation's challenges.

Justice for Cwecwe: Nation calls for law enforcement to act with urgency

Hope Ntanzi , Koketso Phasha and Xolile Mtembu|Updated

Six months after seven-year-old Cwecwe was raped at Bergview College, the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation is demanding justice as officials revoke the school's license ...

Justice for Cwecwe | Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation calls for law enforcement to act with urgency

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Six months after seven-year-old Cwecwe was raped at Bergview College, the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation is demanding justice as officials revoke the school's license ...

WATCH: New revelations from Gayton McKenzie on the Joshlin Smith investigation

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Gayton McKenzie confronts accusations of kidnapping in the Joshlin Smith case, shedding light on the investigation's challenges.

Justice for Cwecwe | AfriForum says it will never defend anyone accused of rape

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Public outrage erupts as AfriForum represents the principal accused in the Cwecwe rape case, raising serious questions about justice and accountability in schools. ...

Pretoria's Zanzou Bar faces mounting allegations as eighth torture victim emerges

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The Zanzou Bar torture scandal deepens as an eighth victim steps forward, while a suspect appears in Pretoria Magistrate's Court facing sexual assault charges related ...

KZN MEC for Education addresses intimidation and political regalia at Shakaskraal Primary School

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The MEC for Education in KwaZulu-Natal, responds to serious allegations of intimidation at Shakaskraal Primary School, where staff were reportedly coerced into wearing ...

High school teacher accused of sexually abusing her students while they wore Scream masks

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A maths teacher faces serious sexual abuse charges after five boys, some as young as 13, accuse her of forcing them to wear Scream masks during the abuse.

DA teams up with AfriForum to urge Ramaphosa to condemn 'Kill the Boer' song

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Amid growing tensions, the Democratic Alliance and AfriForum call on President Cyril Ramaphosa to publicly denounce the song 'Kill the Boer,' which they argue incites ...

Skeem Saam actress Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila opens up about living in a women's shelter

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Pebetsi Nolo Matlaila shares her experience of homelessness while living in a women's shelter, revealing the challenges she faces as a single mother and her desire ...

ActionSA calls for rejection of Phil Craig's citizenship application

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Will ActionSA succeed in blocking Phil Craig's citizenship application? The leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group faces mounting pressure.

Lift on cannabis foodstuffs ban paves way for growth

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The recent repeal of the cannabis and hemp foodstuffs ban marks a transformative moment for the industry, as stakeholders advocate for transparent regulations and ...

Rise Mzansi calls for government action on South Africa's gambling crisis

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Rise Mzansi urges the South African government to implement urgent reforms to combat the alarming rise in gambling addiction, as statistics reveal a staggering increase ...

Against All Odds | How dining hall worker Busisiwe Mndebele earned her Wits Political Studies Degree

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Discover how Busisiwe Mndebele transformed her life from serving meals in a university dining hall to graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, proving ...

Cannabis industry in South Africa celebrates the lifting of the ban by the Presidency

Xolile Mtembu|Published

The Presidency's repeal of the cannabis ban marks a significant turning point for South Africa's cannabis industry, paving the way for new opportunities and clearer ...

Why historian Pitika Ntuli believes Julius Malema should reconsider singing 'Kill the Boer'

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Julius Malema's controversial 'Kill the Boer' chant on Human Rights Day ignites outrage, as historian Pitika Ntuli questions the implications of such provocative ...

South African government backtracks on banning cannabis edibles

Xolile Mtembu|Published

South Africa's government has lifted the ban on cannabis and hemp-derived foodstuffs, opening new avenues for entrepreneurs while ensuring safety regulations are ...

Government backs off from banning cannabis edibles

Xolile Mtembu|Published

After initial confusion over the government's ban on cannabis and hemp-derived foodstuffs, President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a withdrawal of the ban, offering ...

Mzansi's 'most articulate homeless man' Bonga Sithole speaks out on homelessness and the impact of psychological abuse

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Bonga Sithole, known for his articulate speech while homeless, returns to share his thoughts on the complexities of homelessness, revealing how psychological and ...

eThekwini Municipality allocates R2 million to tackle water challenges in Northern areas

Xolile Mtembu|Published

EThekwini Municipality's Executive Committee has approved an additional R2 million to combat persistent water challenges in the northern areas, aiming to provide ...

Cannabis ban | Backlash from industry and activists who warn of job losses

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The unexpected ban on cannabis and hemp-derived products by South Africa's health ministry has left the burgeoning cannabis sector in turmoil, raising concerns among ...

Antarctic Crisis | 'Violence could erupt at any moment in that station' - Mental health expert

Xolile Mtembu|Published

A mental health expert warns of the dire consequences for the scientists if the government fails to act swiftly to ensure their safety during their prolonged isolation. ...

25 years of grief | Remembering the 13 children of Chatsworth's Throb nightclub tragedy

Xolile Mtembu|Published

On March 24, 2000, a devastating incident at the Throb nightclub in Chatsworth, KwaZulu-Natal, claimed the lives of 13 children and injured over 100. As we mark ...

Dan Roodt faces backlash after racial comments about deceased SA Air Show pilot

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Author Dan Roodt sparked national outrage after suggesting pilot James O'Connell's fatal crash was related to race-based hiring policies - only to backtrack when ...

Debunking Elon Musk's statements on Starlink's absence in South Africa

Xolile Mtembu|Published

Elon Musk's recent comments on Julius Malema's 'Kill the Boer' song spark controversy as he claims Starlink's absence in South Africa is due to his race.