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Seven members of a Manenberg family have been hospitalised after being trapped in their council flat during a fire allegedly started by druggies.

Prince Thulani Zulu, a former spokesperson of King Goodwill Zwelithini explains why Mangosuthu Buthelezi rightfully used the Prince title even though he came from the Buthelezi clan. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL Politics

From an early age, youth at risk are learning the importance of bonding with dogs through The Underdog Project. The scent of fresh pies wafts from the animal-assisted intervention classroom on Wednesday September 6, while five pupils from Silikamva High School take Domestic Animal Rescue Group (DARG) shelter dogs through their paces on obstacle courses. Facilitator Emily Smith, from Rosebank, says they have a further 15 Silikamva pupils attending on Tuesdays and Fridays. They all live in Imizamo Yethu. The Underdog Project, located on the lower level of the large Darg property, is a nurturing classroom where at-risk youth are taught empathy, kindness and responsibility through the training of shelter dogs.

IFP President Velenkosini Hlabisa speaking about Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi during a memorial service in Ulundi on Wednesday. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL Politics

Zulu regiments chanting Zulu war slogans as they enter the venue for the memorial service of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi in Ulundi. Buthelezi was a key figure in the Zulu monarch and nation. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL Politics

EFF's Commissar, Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi giving a rousing speech at the memorial service of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi in Ulundi. He told the family that they must not be shaken by detractors who are demonizing Buthelezi, adding the collabators are known. He described Buthelezi as a man of peace. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL POLITICS

South Africa - Johannesburg - DA Gauteng- 13 September 2023. DA Federal leader John Steenhuisen makes the announcement of the Gauteng premier candidate, Solly Msimanga. Picture: Timothy Bernard / African News Agency( ANA)

KwaMashu hostel dwellers protesting on Wednesday morning. They want the state to provide buses to Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi's funeral in Ulundi. Video: Supplied.

Activities at at Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi regional stadium in Ulundi. The venue is the host of the IFP's memorial service for the late Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi the founder of the IFP and the traditional prime minister of the Zulu nation. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL Politics

South Africa - Cape Town - 12 September 2023 - Western Cape Minister of Mobility, Ricardo Mackenzie, officially handed over the first batch of 31 new Traffic Enforcement vehicles to his department's Traffic Law Enforcement branch at the N1 Huguenot Toll Plaza. The new BMWs are not standard sedans, but specialised vehicles that have been converted and optimised for the work of traffic law enforcement on the main provincial and national roads. The use of advanced in-vehicle technology, which includes license plate recognition cameras, will enable Provincial Traffic officers to be even more effective in making the Western Cape safe and reducing the number of road crash fatalities. Photographer: Armand Hough / African News Agency (ANA)

A video of Kensington cops dragging a handcuffed man behind their vehicle has gone viral on social media.

EFF Deputy President, Floyd Shivambu at KwaPhindangene to mourn the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. He recalls how they had to apologize to Buthelezi for utterances made while they were members of the ANC. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL Politics

The City's Fire & Rescue department responded to a serious motor vehicle accident on Kloof Street in the CBD this morning. A heavy-duty articulated vehicle lost control and collided with several passenger vehicles before overturning. All services have responded. This is currently an active scene. Motorists are requested to seek alternative routes and avoid the area until the scene has been cleared.

EFF Deputy President, Floyd Shivambu leading his party's delegation to KwaPhindangene to mourn the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. Shivambu's delegation includes Marshal Dlamini, Mongezi Thwala, Thami Xuma and Chuma Wakeni. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL Politics

IFP President Velenkosini Hlabisa say they appreciate that President Cyril Ramaphosa has granted Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi category 1 funeral. He says that it shows that he was an international stateman. VIdeo: Sihle Mavuso/IOL POLITICS

Prince Zuzifa Buthelezi, the son of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi clarified why they moved the funeral to Saturday. He said after the state funeral was announced, it meant more time was needed to prepare. Video: Sihle Mavuso/IOL

Lyle Foster, the ‘Son of Soweto’, is feeling right at home at Orlando Stadium

The Mzansi Youth Choir has made it through to 'America's Got Talent' season 18 finale.

South Africa - Cape Town - 11 September 2023 - A memorial service was held in Cape Town on Monday for businessman and philanthropist, Raymond Ackerman. The founder of the Pick ‘n Pay retail chain died last week at the age of 92. He has been described as a visionary entrepreneur, humanitarian and a great South African. 📹 Tracey Adams, IOL News

Mense in Strandfontein Village claim they are being held hostage by giant bees the size of birds.

The man at the centre of a reported Mitchells Plain love triangle has come forward to rek his bek on the Mish and Nush saga.

WATCH: ANC national executive committee (NEC) member, Dr Zweli Mkhize comforting the Buthelezis at KwaPhindangene upon his arrival to mourn the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi. Video: Sihle Mavuso/ IOL POLITICS

WATCH: Prince Zuzifa Buthelezi, the son of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi says they are yet to meet to finalize funeral arrangements. He also said as a family they are hurt that there are those who are demonizing their father even upon death. Video: Sihle Mavuso/ IOL Politics

Vendors at the Kwa Mai Mai Traditional Market in the Joburg CBD reflect on the life of lat Zulu Prime Minister and former IFP President Mangosuthu Buthelezi who passed away on Saturday, September 9.