NEXT EPISODE ON THE RIVER…
The news of Veronica’s triumph spreads and Flora can’t cope. Lindiwe decides to deal with an old family member.

If you missed other episodes, find more The River Episodes to watch here. If you want to know what is coming next this October? Take a look at the soapie teasers right here.

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ABOUT
The River is a South African television soap opera created by Phathu Makwarela and Gwydion Beynon. It is an M-Net original production produced by Tshedza Pictures for DStv‘s general entertainment subscription channel 1Magic and is available for streaming on Naspers‘ subscription-based video-on-demand service Showmax. The River is set in Pretoria and follows the lives of the Dlaminis and the Mokoenas, two families from different backgrounds that are brought together and divided by the discovery of a diamond in Cullinan, just a stone’s throw away from Pretoria.

The Department of Health in Gauteng has opened a criminal case against “Dr Matthew Lani”, who claimed to be a medical doctor and gave out medical advice via TikTok.DR MATHEWS LANI’: CHARGED
The Gauteng Department of Health and DR Sanele Zingelwa have opened cases against TikToker “Dr Matthew Lani”.

 

The department released a statement which read: “Lani managed to weave his way into the system pretending to be in the employ of Helen Joseph Hospital where he moved around the hospital corridors curating content for social media.”

“Further investigations have revealed that Dr Sanele Zingelwa, the name which the Lani claims is his real name belongs to a second-year medical intern at Tembisa Provincial Tertiary Hospital. The real Dr Sanele Sobani Vambani Zingelwa has since opened a case of identity fraud at the Tembisa Police Station.”

The department also confirmed that they worked with Matthew on 16 June 2022 on a campaign across its facilities as part of Youth Month commemorations.

The department’s statement follows HPCSA‘s statement which stated that his name does not appear in their register of health practitioner’s.

“The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) has noted with concern, a video of Mr Mathews Zingelwa-Lani which has gone viral on social media platforms. In the widely circulated video, Mr Mathews Zingelwa-Lani claims to have been authorised by the HPCSA to make and distribute his video.”

“The HPCSA would like to put it on record that no authorisation has been granted to Mr Mathews Zingelwa-Lani to make statements on behalf our Council stating that he’s a registered practitioner.”

While the family of Reeva Steenkamp have “expected” the news of Oscar Pistorius’s parole application, it comes as a bitter pill for the late model’s mother, June.

This, after she laid to rest her husband Barry – Reeva’s father – last month.

On Monday, 9 October, the Constitutional Court confirmed Pistorius’s claims that he has been eligible for parole since March 2023.

 

 

The announcement was made via the Department of Correctional Services (DCS).

ALSO READ: Oscar Pistorius parole ruling: What will happen next?

REEVA’S MOM STILL MOURNING AMID OSCAR PISTORIUS NEWS
Speaking to The South African, Reeva Steenkamp family advocate Tania Koen reacted to the ConCourt ruling.

She said: “We didnt oppose as we were of the view that Oscar Pistorius was eligible to be considered earlier this year. So the decision was expected”.

Koen added the news would likely be difficult to digest for Reeva’s mother, who had recently lost her husband, Barry.

She added: “June is still in mourning.”While the family of Reeva Steenkamp have “expected” the news of Oscar Pistorius’s parole application, it comes as a bitter pill for the late model’s mother, June.

This, after she laid to rest her husband Barry – Reeva’s father – last month.

On Monday, 9 October, the Constitutional Court confirmed Pistorius’s claims that he has been eligible for parole since March 2023.

The announcement was made via the Department of Correctional Services (DCS).

ALSO READ: Oscar Pistorius parole ruling: What will happen next?

REEVA’S MOM STILL MOURNING AMID OSCAR PISTORIUS NEWS
Speaking to The South African, Reeva Steenkamp family advocate Tania Koen reacted to the ConCourt ruling.

She said: “We didnt oppose as we were of the view that Oscar Pistorius was eligible to be considered earlier this year. So the decision was expected”.

Koen added the news would likely be difficult to digest for Reeva’s mother, who had recently lost her husband, Barry.

She added: “June is still in mourning.”He was remembered in a private funeral service attended by close family members.

‘THREAT TO SOCIETY’
In July, Reeva Steenkamp’s mother appeared on an episode of Australia’s Insights actuality series titled “Seeking Justice”.

In it, June discussed how Oscar Pistorius “refused” to see her when she attempted to confront him over what transpired a decade ago.

She also claimed that Oscar is not deserving of an early release.

She said: “I feel that he is not rehabilitated. His problem is his temper. He might hurt someone else if he comes out”.

Lynn Forbes took to Instagram to post a touching tribute to her son – slain rapper Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, popularly known as AKA, eight months after he was

LYNN FORBES GRIEVES AKA
Slain rapper AKA was shot dead outside of Wish Restaurant on Florida Road on 10 February along with his friend Tebello “Tibz” Motsoane. AKA’s mom Lynn Forbes took to Instagram to post a touching tribute to her son eights month after his unexpected death.On the first episode of DJ Zinhle: The Unexpected season three, Lynn Forbes revealed that AKA had come to visit her in dream regarding his daughter Kairo Forbes, who he welcomed with DJ Zinhle.

 

 

“I told you about the dream I had…” said Lynn as Zinhle chimed in “take Kairo off social media.”

“But you know Kiernan was never really keen for Kairo being on social media. So every time I think about this dream I realise how clear that dream was. It was really a visit, it wasn’t just a dream,” said Lynn.

Lynn went on to explain that AKA said to “limit” and not take away completely.

“You know I dream about him a couple of times but it was always just like fuzzy, but I feel this dream was him so clear. He was really there. So, towards the end he said ‘mom, I really want you to just limit’, he didn’t say take it away, he said limit the time that you expose her on social media and even in public,” she continued.

Mzansi is gearing up for the Miss World South Africa 2023 finals, set to take place at the State Theatre in Pretoria on October 28, 2023. This prestigious event promises to be a celebration of beauty with a purpose and will be broadcast live on S3, bringing excitement to your screens.
MISS WORLD SOUTH AFRICA LIVE BROADCAST
Mark your calendars for 28 October 2023, and set your reminders for 5:30 p.m., as the Miss World South Africa 2023 finals will be televised on SABC 3. The broadcast will run until 8:30 p.m., giving you ample time to witness the crowning of the next South African beauty queen.

 

 

 

Adding an extra layer of glamour to the evening is the charming and talented host, Minnie Dlamini. As a renowned media personality, Minnie has captured the hearts of many with her charismatic presence and captivating storytelling.

Her role as the host will undoubtedly bring a touch of sophistication and excitement to the pageant.PANEL OF JUDGES
This year’s pageant boasts an illustrious panel of judges, each with their own impressive credentials and expertise:

Realeboga Malatji: A pharmacist, singer, actress, and former beauty queen, Realeboga Malatji brings a wealth of experience and talent to the judging panel.PANEL OF JUDGES
This year’s pageant boasts an illustrious panel of judges, each with their own impressive credentials and expertise:

Realeboga Malatji: A pharmacist, singer, actress, and former beauty queen, Realeboga Malatji brings a wealth of experience and talent to the judging panel.