In the face of growing concerns over child exploitation linked to Norway's international investments, join the call for accountability and transparency within global supply chains. As the weight of history beckons, will Norway uphold its human rights commitment while ensuring that the dignity of children worldwide is preserved? Let us not remain silent as the prosperity of some is built on the lost childhoods of others.

A City of Cape Town employee has been granted R1 500 bail after allegedly assaulting his partner in Lower Crossroads.

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou praised Simphiwe Masilela after the young midfielder scored his first goal for the club in the victory against TS Galaxy.Masilela scored the third goal as the Buccaneers handed the Rockets a 3-0 drubbing at the Orlando Amstel Arena on Tuesday evening to keep the pressure on Mamelodi Sundowns at the top of the Betway Premiership standings.Speaking to the media after the game, Ouaddou was full of praise for Masilela, saying he is one of the best talents he has ever seen during his coaching career. “I can tell you that I have worked for six, seven years in development in France, in Michel Platini’s academy. So I have seen a lot of young players, and he was one of the best that I have seen,” said Ouaddou. Masilela must avoid ‘circus’ While praising Masilela’s technical skill and ability to play between the lines, Ouaddou urged Masilela to avoid unnecessary “circus”.“That’s why, with my greater experience and age, I often guide young players on the right path in high-level football, encouraging them to set aside unhelpful habits.” “As a coach committed to nurturing young talent, I feel it’s my responsibility to remind him of the standards at a high level, but if he chooses to treat it like a circus, that’s his decision.”“We saw today, and even against Sundowns [in the MTN8 final on Saturday], he is one of those quality players. He’s someone who can play between the lines, someone who can dribble and eliminate two or three players with the aim of going forward.“Modern football demands that a gifted player like him embrace vertical play and find the net, and as a coach, I don’t have a problem with showboating, but he needs to step up and score goals to progress.“I am very happy for him, very happy for his family, and I hope he is going to continue to work,” concluded Ouaddou.

The ANC in the North West has acknowledged persistent municipal service delivery challenges while defending its efforts to address corruption and improve governance. Provincial spokesperson Tumelo Maruping discussed these issues with Itumeleng Mafisa on The Movement podcast ahead of the 4 November local government elections. Municipalities struggle with ageing infrastructure Maruping attributed some municipal difficulties to ageing infrastructure, limited revenue collection and dependence on conditional grants. He said many rural municipalities lacked sufficient revenue streams to fund essential services and infrastructure upgrades. Water shortages, deteriorating roads and sewage spillages remain significant challenges across the province. Maruping cited growing populations as another pressure on infrastructure that was originally designed for smaller communities. However, he acknowledged that financial constraints could not excuse corruption or mismanagement. He said the ANC had intervened in struggling municipalities since its provincial executive committee took office in 2022. Corruption and accountability Maruping said forensic investigations had been conducted in Madibeng and Mahikeng following concerns about municipal governance. He added that criminal and corruption cases had been opened against individuals implicated in alleged wrongdoing. He also pointed to improvements in some municipalities’ audit outcomes as evidence of progress. However, he acknowledged that several municipalities continued to face serious challenges. Discussing Madibeng, Maruping defended the ANC’s disciplinary action against a mayor accused of acting against the party. He said the mayor remained in office following a court judgment after the municipality failed to defend the case. Maruping maintained that the ANC intended to pursue accountability through the appropriate processes. Jobs and economic development Maruping said the provincial government alone could not solve unemployment and called for greater private-sector involvement. He highlighted a lack of industrialisation as a major obstacle to creating employment opportunities. The mining sector, despite its economic importance, was not generating sufficient local employment opportunities, according to Maruping. He called for greater representation of local workers and increased investment in communities surrounding mining operations. He also advocated decentralising certain mineral-resource functions to the provincial government. Maruping said a proposed mining university could help train young people and support industrial development. ANC renewal and election campaign Maruping said the ANC was continuing its renewal programme through political education, unity and accountability. He acknowledged that corruption had damaged the party’s public image but insisted that corrective efforts were underway. He described the North West as a strong ANC province while recognising electoral challenges in mining communities and JB Marks.

f you’re heading to the coast on Thursday, check the tide times before planning your activities. Spring tides can cause greater changes in water levels along South Africa’s coastline. However, tides are only part of the picture. Wind, waves and swell and the shape of the seabed can also affect conditions along the shore and at sea. When to expect the next spring tide at the coast Spring tides are important to watch out for because they bring higher high tides and lower low tides than usual, changing conditions along the coast. The next spring tide is expected around the full moon on Monday, 26 October 2026. These changes can affect swimming, surfing and fishing. High tides may cover rocks and reefs, while low tides reveal more of the shoreline. Check the tide times and the latest weather and marine warnings before you head to the coast.

Orlando Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou has explained why Thalente Mbatha did not feature in the team’s 3-0 win over TS Galaxy on Tuesday evening. Goals from Boitumelo Radiopane, Tshepang Moremi and Simphiwe Masilela gave the Buccaneers all three points at the Orlando Amstel Arena. Mbatha, who missed almost two months of Pirates matches due to injury, returned to the team this past weekend against Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final. Speaking to the media after the Galaxy match, Ouaddou explained why the Bafana Bafana star missed out. “Yes, about Mbatha. You know when he came back from the national team, he had a surgery. And we did everything to bring him back in terms of rehabilitation. And I think it was a surprise for you to see him in the MTN8 Final. And I was so amazed about his performance in the final. It has been a long time that I didn’t see such a quality of Mbatha. High level, high level,” Ouaddou said. Mbatha to be rotated by Pirates Ouaddou explained that the team won’t rush Mbatha as he is still not where he wants him to be fitness wise. “So, we don’t want to take risks with Mbatha. He’s an important player for us. So, we played two days after (the MTN8 Final) and we don’t want to take any risks,” he explained. Last season, Pirates did not lose any match which Mbatha started, however, that streak ended in the MTN8 final loss to Sundowns. Should Mbatha play in the next match?

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