
- DA seeks probe into SAHUC finances, following allegations of self enrichment.
- DA has also written to DIRCO and the CRL to ensure the SAHUC can no longer exploit pilgrims.
- These actions are necessary to protect the rights of South African Muslim pilgrims and promote transparency and pilgrimage process.
The Saudi Embassy’s decision to transition South Africa to the Nusuk Hajj Direct Platform has resulted in allegations of self enrichment by the South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC), which previously acted as an intermediary for pilgrims.
The DA has written to the Department of Social Development to request a probe into the SAHUC finances as an NPO. Social Development maintains…
Freedom Day: Observed on April 27, Freedom Day commemorates the first post-
apartheid elections held in 1994.

Dez Bonbon
A new teacher enters a classroom full of students.
The teacher stands at the front of the room and greets the students, \”Good morning, class.\”
None of the students say anything. One boy at the back of the classroom stands up, \”Good morning, teacher.\”
Puzzled, the teacher carries on. The following morning, the same thing happens. Day after day goes by, and it\’s the same routine.
One morning after greeting the class and the same student standing and greeting, the teacher has had enough, \”Why is it, that every time I walk in and greet the entire room, only you stand up and greet me?\”
In the most broken English, the boy replies, \”Because I are the only one here, what\’s name are Klass\”
Firefly Caramel
Biltong – seasoned strips of dried meat. Similar to beef jerky (but much tastier!), this is the spicy, cured snack eaten at rugby matches. It is usually made from beef, game and even ostrich.