MCRS FM
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Information about COVID-19 Moutse Community Radio Station (MCRS) was founded by members of the Rural Women's Movement (RWM), a national organisation in South Africa, which lobbies around issues of concern to rural women. The station broadcast area covers Limpopo and Mpumalanga, Nkangala District, Sekhukhune District and other parts of Polokwane and Pretoria.Sport News
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'Mind-blowing' England impress Procter ahead of South Africa series
South Africa great Mike Procter hopes England's 'mind-blowing' approach to Test cricket under captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum is a sign of things to come as they prepare to face his native Proteas in a three-match series.
'Mind-blowing' England impress Procter ahead of South Africa series 2022/08/15 05:58 -
Alaba free-kick gives Real Madrid win to start title defence
Carlo Ancelotti's side trailed to an early goal by Largie Ramazani away against their promoted opponents, but Lucas Vazquez equalised just after the hour mark.
Alaba free-kick gives Real Madrid win to start title defence 2022/08/15 05:56 -
Halep holds off Haddad Maia to win third WTA Canadian crown
The former world number one from Romania added the trophy in Toronto to those she captured in Montreal in 2016 and 2018.
Halep holds off Haddad Maia to win third WTA Canadian crown 2022/08/15 05:51 -
West Indies hand New Zealand first limited-overs loss of 2022
Odean Smith improved on his career-best T20I bowling figures for the third time in four matches as the fast bowling all-rounder claimed three for 29.
West Indies hand New Zealand first limited-overs loss of 2022 2022/08/15 05:46 -
Chippa inflict first loss on Orlando Pirates' new 'plumber' coach
Tanzanian Abdi Banda netted four minutes from time for the Gqeberha-based club, rising unchallenged to powerfully nod a corner past Ghana goalkeeper Richard Ofori.
Chippa inflict first loss on Orlando Pirates' new 'plumber' coach 2022/08/15 05:42 -
Conte, Tuchel see red as Kane snatches Spurs draw at Chelsea
Both managers Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel were sent-off after the full-time whistle for their second physical altercation of the match.
Conte, Tuchel see red as Kane snatches Spurs draw at Chelsea 2022/08/15 05:38 -
Bok Women thrashed Spain 44-5 in the first of 2 Winter Series Test matches
The Springbok Women held a 20-0 lead at the break and then scored 24 more points before conceding a try on the final buzzer for the scintillating win.
Bok Women thrashed Spain 44-5 in the first of 2 Winter Series Test matches 2022/08/14 13:55 -
Supa Piet bags another medal at the Para-cycling World Championships in Canada
After 28.4km, Hordies finished five seconds ahead of Italian Fabrizio Cornegliani. South Africa's Pieter du Preez took the bronze medal.
Supa Piet bags another medal at the Para-cycling World Championships in Canada 2022/08/14 11:51 -
Mamelodi Sundowns humiliate Kaizer Chiefs in front of packed Loftus faithful
The pace and intensity shown by Mamelodi Sundowns in the first 45 minutes earned the Tshwane outfit bragging rights at halftime with a commanding 2-0 lead.
Mamelodi Sundowns humiliate Kaizer Chiefs in front of packed Loftus faithful 2022/08/14 07:49 -
All Blacks stun Boks for 35-23 victory in Ellis Park
In total, the visitors ran in four tries to 2, a statistic that will worry the Springbok coaching team who put a lot of emphasis on their defensive structures, which were breached far too easily.
All Blacks stun Boks for 35-23 victory in Ellis Park 2022/08/13 19:50
World News
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South Korea offering large-scale aid package for North's nukes
The proposal comes days after the North threatened to "wipe out" Seoul authorities over a recent Covid-19 outbreak and less than a month after leader Kim Jong Un said his country was "ready to mobilise" its nuclear capability in any war with the United States and the South.
South Korea offering large-scale aid package for North's nukes 2022/08/15 05:56 -
Taliban mark turbulent first year in power
Exactly a year ago, the hardline Islamists captured Kabul after their nationwide lightning offensive against government forces ended 20 years of US-led military intervention.
Taliban mark turbulent first year in power 2022/08/15 05:42 -
Southern hemisphere to get first mRNA vaccine facility
The project will be based at one of Australia's largest universities, Monash, and will produce 100 million vaccine doses a year for Covid-19, influenza and other diseases.
Southern hemisphere to get first mRNA vaccine facility 2022/08/15 05:33 -
Man dies after crashing car, firing gun near US Capitol
The man drove his car into a barricade, fired shots into the air before turning his gun on himself, police said.
Man dies after crashing car, firing gun near US Capitol 2022/08/14 17:53 -
Police probe 'online threat' to JK Rowling over Rushdie tweet
The 57-year-old writer tweeted on Friday that she was "feeling very sick right now" as news broke of the attack on Rushdie in New York state. In response, a user tweeted "Don't worry you are next".
Police probe 'online threat' to JK Rowling over Rushdie tweet 2022/08/14 13:04 -
Nicaragua's presidential couple in insatiable bid for power, experts say
The former guerilla and his partner have steadily increased their grip on power since he returned to the nation's top office in 2007, particularly via constitutional reforms that removed presidential term limits.
Nicaragua's presidential couple in insatiable bid for power, experts say 2022/08/14 11:02 -
Billionaire Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, 'India's Warren Buffet', dies at 62
Calling the 62-year-old "indomitable", Prime Minister Narendra Modi echoed tributes from other senior officials, tweeting that the death of the tycoon was "saddening."
Billionaire Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, 'India's Warren Buffet', dies at 62 2022/08/14 10:30 -
3 dead, 12 injured after fall while climbing Ecuador volcano
The 12 injured, aged between 39 and 58, were transferred to hospitals in the towns of Riobamba and Ambato.
3 dead, 12 injured after fall while climbing Ecuador volcano 2022/08/14 09:24 -
Seven wounded, two critically, in 'terror attack' on Jerusalem bus
The shooting comes about a week after a three-day conflict between Israel and Islamic Jihad militants in the densely populated Palestinian enclave of Gaza.
Seven wounded, two critically, in 'terror attack' on Jerusalem bus 2022/08/14 07:33 -
Johnson's talcum baby powder to be discontinued, with switch to cornstarch base
Johnson & Johnson has faced lawsuits over allegations it is hiding cancer risks tied to its talc-based baby powder.
Johnson's talcum baby powder to be discontinued, with switch to cornstarch base 2022/08/13 18:21
National News
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DA wants departmental intervention to address issues with Gauteng school rebuild
The R34 million Frikkie Meyer Primary School rebuilding project at Sedibeng in the Vaal has still not been completed 18 months after the deadline.
DA wants departmental intervention to address issues with Gauteng school rebuild 2022/08/15 08:40 -
Alleged July unrest instigator Khanyile back in court for start of trial
Bonginkosi Khanyile is facing charges relating to looting and violence linked with last year's July unrest.
Alleged July unrest instigator Khanyile back in court for start of trial 2022/08/15 07:49 -
SCA to hear Jacob Zuma appeal over medical parole matter
Jacob Zuma's lawyers will square off against their counterparts from the Democratic Alliance (DA), the Helen Suzman Foundation and AfriForum in the Supreme Court of Appeal on Monday.
SCA to hear Jacob Zuma appeal over medical parole matter 2022/08/15 07:20 -
Three more alleged July unrest instigators expected in court after arrests
One was released on a warning and the other 21 appeared in the Durban Magistrates Court on Friday when they were granted bail of R3000 each subject to various conditions including a social media ban.
Three more alleged July unrest instigators expected in court after arrests 2022/08/15 07:01 -
Nono Maloyi elected new chairperson of North West ANC
A former MEC, Maloyi was elected chairperson with 370 votes, defeating the current premier, Bushy Maape, by 76 votes.
Nono Maloyi elected new chairperson of North West ANC 2022/08/15 06:52 -
Godongwana yet to be charged after sexual assault case opened against him
In a statement, Godongwana said that he was aware of the complaint lodged against him by a worker who was giving him a massage in his room.
Godongwana yet to be charged after sexual assault case opened against him 2022/08/15 06:40 -
'I will not be commenting any further' - Godongwana on sexual harassment claims
This follows media reports about an incident that allegedly occurred in his hotel room while he was receiving a massage at the Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga.
'I will not be commenting any further' - Godongwana on sexual harassment claims 2022/08/14 16:59 -
Head of a child found in Brackenfell, WC police investigating
The discovery was made by community members who then alerted police on Saturday night.
Head of a child found in Brackenfell, WC police investigating 2022/08/14 16:24 -
FS man arrested for attack that left his mother dead and uncle hospitalised
Paramedics were called to the scene in Rocklands, Motheo, just before 7 am on Friday morning.
FS man arrested for attack that left his mother dead and uncle hospitalised 2022/08/14 14:37 -
Hawks swoop on 3 more alleged instigators of the July unrest
Last week saw authorities round up 22 suspects on charges of conspiracy to commit public violence, incitement to commit public violence and incitement to commit arson related to the violence and looting that took place in KwaZulu-Natal.
Hawks swoop on 3 more alleged instigators of the July unrest 2022/08/14 12:14
