Wattville Siyathuthuka

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One of our own Siyabulela Shai
09/09/2026

One of our own Siyabulela Shai

NHLANHLA LUX SLAPPED BY SOWETO MANVideo on a comment section
08/09/2026

NHLANHLA LUX SLAPPED BY SOWETO MAN

Video on a comment section

TRAGEDY STRIKES FAMILY AS HOUSE FIRE AND SHOOTING CLAIM LIVESA devastating tragedy has left a community in shock after a...
08/09/2026

TRAGEDY STRIKES FAMILY AS HOUSE FIRE AND SHOOTING CLAIM LIVES

A devastating tragedy has left a community in shock after a family home caught fire, claiming the lives of children and their mother.

According to preliminary information, the children were trapped inside the burning house and died at the scene.

Their mother was rushed to hospital in critical condition following the incident. Sadly, she later succumbed to her injuries.

In a separate but seemingly connected development, another man was reportedly shot in the yard of the same property.

The circumstances surrounding the fire and shooting remain unclear, and authorities are expected to investigate what led to the heartbreaking incident.

The tragedy has left relatives, neighbours and community members struggling to come to terms with the loss of multiple lives.

More details are expected as investigations continue.

BASOTHO IN QWAQWA DRAW A CLEAR LINE: “NHLANHLA LUX DOES NOT SPEAK FOR US”Phakelumthakathi was recently invited to QwaQwa...
07/09/2026

BASOTHO IN QWAQWA DRAW A CLEAR LINE: “NHLANHLA LUX DOES NOT SPEAK FOR US”

Phakelumthakathi was recently invited to QwaQwa by members of the Basotho community and the conversation that followed raised some serious questions about representation, immigration and the challenges communities are facing on the ground.

According to Basotho community members who spoke to him, Nhlanhla Lux does not speak on behalf of all Sotho people. They were clear that his views, statements and actions should not automatically be presented as the position of the entire Basotho community.

But that was not the only message coming from the community.

While distancing themselves from Lux's views, some of those who spoke to Phakelumthakathi also highlighted illegal immigration as a serious concern affecting their communities.

They further spoke about an alleged incident that reportedly took place a few weeks ago, in which Somalis were allegedly involved in an attack on local activists. These claims have not been independently verified and should not be treated as established fact without further evidence.

And perhaps this is where the conversation becomes more complicated.

A community can reject an individual claiming directly or indirectly to speak for them, while at the same time acknowledging that there are genuine problems affecting people within that same community.

You don't have to choose between the two.

The bigger question is:

WHO REALLY GETS TO SPEAK FOR A COMMUNITY?

And perhaps even more importantly:

WHO IS ACTUALLY LISTENING TO THE PEOPLE LIVING WITH THESE PROBLEMS EVERY DAY?

These are conversations that deserve to happen but they also deserve facts, accountability and responsible leadership.

What do you think?

Does one person's public position ever truly represent an entire community?

05/09/2026

💙🤍 THE WAIT IS OVER! | 2026/27 SEASON
The SAFA Ekurhuleni HollywoodBets Men’s Regional League is back, and Wattville United FC is ready for another campaign. ⚽🔥
Last season, we finished 5th
Now, the slate is clean, and the work begins again.
2026/27 — NEW SEASON. NEW CAMPAIGN. SAME CLUB.
We begin at home. We begin together.
United We Stand. Divided We Fall.





Mvulane Swimming Pool
05/09/2026

Mvulane Swimming Pool

Soweto Police are looking for this man who is suspected to be one of the robbers who killed an off duty police officer c...
05/09/2026

Soweto Police are looking for this man who is suspected to be one of the robbers who killed an off duty police officer called Mike Makhubele during a robbery in Chaiwelo at a place called Jazz Corner. If you know him please alert the nearest police.

Please help find him

Source Tsenolo PI

04/09/2026

St Christopher (Lutheran Church in Wattville) kumoshakele nakhona

04/09/2026

Wattville Today

🌸 WATTTVILLE COOKOUT – RULES OF THE DAY 🌸Dear Valued Patrons and Community Members,We are excited to welcome you to the ...
04/09/2026

🌸 WATTTVILLE COOKOUT – RULES OF THE DAY 🌸

Dear Valued Patrons and Community Members,

We are excited to welcome you to the Wattville Cookout on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at Mabaleng Pub & Grill.

To ensure that everyone enjoys the event and that we can continue hosting quality community events, please take note of the following rules:

🧊 COOLER BOXES

Normal cooler box: R100

Ice will be available for purchase at the venue: R20

If you take your cooler box out of the venue and return with it, you will be charged again.

No one will be allowed to bring a 6-pack, 12-pack or multiple bottles/cans without paying the applicable cooler box/bottle charge.

🍾 BOTTLES

Patrons bringing bottles into the venue will pay a R100 cover charge, regardless of the brand.

🙏 A MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY

Entry to the Wattville Cookout is FREE, and we want to keep it that way.

However, putting this event together comes with significant costs, including the sound system, benches, security/fencing, cleaners, entertainment, infrastructure and other event expenses. Much of these costs are being covered directly from our own pockets.

The cooler box fees and other applicable charges help us recover some of these expenses and make it possible for us to continue bringing quality entertainment and community events to Wattville.

We therefore kindly plead with everyone to respect and follow the rules of the day. Your cooperation and support will help us continue doing more for our community.

Let's work together to make the Wattville Cookout a success! ❤️💚

FREE ENTRY • FOOD • MUSIC • GOOD VIBES

Mabaleng Pub & Grill & NMG

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Benoni
1501

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