One of Mzansi’s best female DJs, Ranaka is a key witness in the minister’s bid to take Mhlongo to the cleaners!
Metro FM deejay Dineo Ranaka has thrown Idols judge and cohost Somizi Mhlongo under the bus in his case against Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula.

Ranaka, who is expected to be a state witness, was subpoenaed by the National Prosecuting Authority to answer questions in relation to the case of misinformation or spreading of fake news opened by Mbalula at Sandton police station last year.

Mbalula opened a case against Mhlongo for allegedly breaching the disaster management regulations related to “information dissemination and misinformation”.

Hours before President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that South Africa’s coronavirus lockdown would be extended until the end of

April 2020,

Mhlongo had asserted in an Instagram video that Mbalula had given him a heads-up about the extension.
Mhlongo subsequently apologized to Mbalula for his “joke”, but Mbalula still proceeded to lay charges against him.

The startling news that Ranaka had given a differing view from that of Mhlongo was revealed by a law agent who did not want to be named because they were not allowed to speak to the media.

The source said the matter started when Mhlongo, in his preparation for the trial, made representations through his lawyers in which he said that he was only joking when he said Mbalula informed him that Ramaphosa was going to put the country on alert level 2 of lockdown. The mole, who is close to the case, said Ranaka has in the statement sent to the prosecutors contradicted Mhlongo’s version of events.

She said, added the agent, Mhlongo did not indicate immediately that he was joking when he made the announcement.

Ranaka, according to the deepthroat, told prosecutors that she was chatting to her fans on Instagram Live when Mhlongo chimed in uninvited and made the announcement.

She said Mhlongo only announced later that his remarks about Mbalula and the lockdown were a bad joke and later apologized to the politician.

“That is the problem because he only said he was joking later. So, Dineo couldn’t lie under oath because she could be charged with perjury. She had to tell the truth,” said the agent.

However, the apology was not enough for Mbalula, who retaliated by opening a case against him.

Somizi handed himself at the Sandton police station in April last year and was later released on R1000 bail. He is expected back in court soon.

The source said the hearing is likely to be delayed as Ranaka’s and Mhlongo’s lawyers were raising questions about the legalities of hearing the case at the Randburg magistrate’s court.

“First, they argued that Mbalula was not supposed have been to open the case Sandton police station the offence happened in Auckland Park, where Metro FM or SABC studios are located.

“They said the case was supposed to have been opened at at Brixton police station or Johannesburg Central police station. They also said the Randburg magistrate’s court does not have jurisdiction to hear this case and they want it to be heard in the Johannesburg magistrate’s court.

“So, this might actually derail the trial or the hearing as they want to push that the matter does not belong there and should be transferred to Joburg [magistrate] court,” said the source. National Prosecuting Authority South Gauteng spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane couldn’t confirm or deny that Ranaka has contradicted Somizi’s version of events, but said the prosecutors have subpoenaed her to answer certain questions. She said Ranaka has been instructed to answer the prosecutors’ questions by end of business tomorrow.

Ranaka declined to comment and said the matter is sub judice. Mbalula too, declined to comment, while Somizi ignored our phone calls and messages.

Lasizwe is proud of being a South African as he grooves to Kamo Mphela’s Nkulunkulu song and served some dance moves known to be created by Uncle Vinny.Vinny’s dance moves have been highly talked about this month, as videos of his performance at gigs and at Major League DJz’ Balcony Mix have gone viral on social media.

Some persons claim that his dance moves is easy to copy, as it doesn’t need any technicality.

Taking to Instagram, the YouTube and comedian shared a video of himself doing the Vinny dance, which has become a challenge among South Africans.

Lasizwe also tried twerking in the video.

Check it out below:

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Skeem Saam fans have put their thinking caps on after the last episode after Charity dropped a bombshell and had Kwaito questioning who his dad is – Fans took to the internet to react to the latest episode and share their theories on who they think Kwaito’s dad really is – Some people believe Seakamela is still alive while others think that Wallet could be the real father.Skeem Saam fans have taken to the internet again in reaction to the latest episode of the hit Soap Opera. The soapie has become one of South Africa’s favourite and fans regularly inundate the internet with their reactions.

Charity suggested in the latest episode that Seakamela was not Kwaito’s real dad. Earlier in the show, Seakamela was said to have died but now fans are not so sure if this is true.

So Seakamela is not Kwaito’s father, Charity just gave Mantuli another reason to hate her! #SkeemSaam pic.twitter.com/amwcXJ9WAk

— Lerato La Batswadi 💕 (@Lerato35003342) April 16, 2021

Award-winning actor Wiseman Mcube is a happy man. The actor has finally achieved his dream of giving back to his community. He said it has always been his dream to open an art school.Announcing the good news on his Instagram, Wiseman said he was in tears yesterday when he finally saw his dream came into reality. The Uzalo star announced that he has finally opened an Art school in KZN.

 

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Sharing a picture of his students, he said almost 300 students attended.
“I had a dream that one day I would go back home eZululand and open an art school for those who don’t have funds to go to school but yet talented. Yesterday I was in tears when I witnessed my dream come alive.

” I was in tears cause of the talent we have back home, the passion the drive…the attendance, we had close to 300 talented souls. I will do all I can to make sure these talented beings get what belongs to them. And please don’t shut the door when I come knocking,” he wroteHe gain popularity when he joined Mzansi Magic’s telenovela eHostela playing the role of Jama. However, he had already been on many other theatre shows and Mzansi popular TV shows such as The Kingdom uKhakhayi where he played the role of Mfanufikile. He is currently starring as Sibonelo on SABC 1’s Uzalo.

He has also won several awards including the Best Actor Award at the South African Film and Television Awards last year.

He recently broadened his horizon by venturing into the music industry. He released a song with Vukani Khoza titled Pick & Choose. Speaking to TshisaLive earlier this year, Wiseman said he never saw himself as a singer until he collaborated with Vukani.
“To be honest, I never saw myself as a singer or doing anything music-related but uVukani called me and asked me and said, ‘Hey, I’ve got this beat, I need you on it but I was like ‘I don’t sing, this person is playing around with me.

“But then he told me to relax, let’s meet up and you’ll see. And then we met, I sang and at first, I didn’t take it seriously because I am one person who likes to joke a lot — I was like I’m just going to kid around. But I am always trying things out,” he told the publication.

Actress and singer Simphiwe Ngema took to Instagram to share what looked like another achievement.  shared a snap of sports a new car and just when we were are to start congratulating her – she said, “(Don’t mind me, I’m just rehearsing for when it actually happens.)

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A couple of days ago she threw a stunning baby dedication for her 8 months old baby boy Tiyani Kemorena Chiyani. She took to her Instagram to give her followers a glimpse inside Tiyani’s celebration.
Simphiwe posted pictures of her son’s day thanking her family and friends for making his day special.

She wrote: “This was a beautiful blessed day. The best baby dedication ever! Thank you @nono_events and @perehouse for bringing my vision to life. To our family and friends, thank you for making this a special day for our king. #Tiyanisdedication decor: @nono_events venue: @perehouse hair: @jabumayisela MUA: @makeupbyzodwa my outfit: @deshez.sa.”
Last year June, Simphiwe and her partner Tino Chinyane took everyone by surprise when they announced the news of their baby boy two months after he was born. Simphiwe shared a video on her Instagram with a caption: “On the 23rd of June 2020 we gave birth to a beautiful baby boy, Tiyani Kemorena Michael Chinyani and this is ladies and gentlemen is his legacy. @tiyani_afrika clothing brand.”

The proud father of baby Tiyani also took to his Instagram to break the news. He wrote: “The Genesis collection – Birth of TIYANI! Ladies & gentlemen for a long time coming, it’s been a vision of mine to redefine how we as Africans are perceived. “TIYANI” seeks to infuse the modern aesthetic & with distinctly African touches articulated through the use of imagery, color & unique design, to break boundaries & refine class whilst being synonymous with comfort & groundbreaking design. By marrying these elements I give to you what has been a dream long in the making. My legacy continued… The birth of my son; TIYANI CHINYANI & the gift of this brand. ”
On a lengthy Instagram story, she wrote: “It’s still so unbelievable that I carried a whole human being. I had the most difficult pregnancy ever! At some point, I didn’t think we were going to make it. I remember my dad saying, ‘they better get that baby out before he kills my child’ But God had us. Grateful.”

She has also opened up about the lessons she has learned as a mom so far saying: “I’m learning so much and I’m enjoying every moment. Even the difficult moments because my love for him makes it all worth it.”