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Featured: Meet Refentse Difeto, A Strength of Hope And Change In The Miss Teen Gauteng Pageant. By Mamelodi News,  Mamelodi’s own Refentse Difeto is shining bright as a finalist in the 2025 Miss Teen Gauteng pageant. A passionate advocate for mental health, underprivileged communities, and children battling cancer, Refentse is using her platform to inspire change and uplift the youth. In an exclusive interview with Mamelodi News, she shares her journey, her advocacy, and her vision for a brighter future. Refentse Difeto is a proud Mamelodi native with a heart for service. “I’m deeply passionate about uplifting my community and being a voice for the youth,” she says. Her decision to join the Miss Teen Gauteng pageant was driven by its potential to amplify her advocacy for mental health, support for the underprivileged, and her role as a Cupcakes of Hope Ambassador for children with cancer. “This pageant is a platform to inspire change, promote self-confidence, and address issues tha...

Featured: Orapetse Khangale from Soshanguve Crowned Miss Junior Queen of Face of Xtremes 2025. On 6 September 2025, Fashion Kapitol in Johannesburg CBD buzzed with excitement as the Face of Xtremes Pageant showcased young talent from across South Africa. Among the standout contestants was Soshanguve’s own Orapetse Khangale, whose elegance and determination stole the spotlight. At just 11 years old, Orapetse captivated the audience and judges, earning the Public Choice Winner title and the prestigious crown of Miss Junior Queen of Face of Xtremes 2025. Her victory was a testament to her hard work and belief in herself. “This isn’t just about a crown it’s about proving young girls can dream big and achieve greatness,” Orapetse said. Her journey reflects resilience and courage, inspiring children who look up to her as a symbol of hope. But Orapetse’s story doesn’t stop at the stage. Shortly after her win, she announced the launch of the Orapetse Khangale Foundation, dedicated to empowerin...

Anonymous Source Alleges Manipulation in Constable Thapelo Mashego’s Relationship.          Photo: Social media Mamelodi, September 15, 2025 – An anonymous tip sent to Mamelodi News has raised troubling claims about the personal life of the late Constable Thapelo Mashego, who died in a tragic murder-suicide during a 16-hour hostage standoff in Mamelodi East on September 9, 2025. The source alleges that Zandile, Mashego’s girlfriend, exerted significant control over him, contributing to the emotional turmoil that preceded the devastating events. According to the anonymous sender, Zandile’s influence over Mashego was profound, despite his reputation as a strong yet compassionate individual. “Anyone who knew Thapelo’s girlfriend knows how much she controlled him,” the source wrote. “We would always ask how, because Thapelo had a strong yet kind character, but when it came to her, he would be like a child.” The tip further claims that Zandile, along with her family,...

Featured: Meet A Mamelodi Star Shining for Change, Lesedi Makgae. Mamelodi, September 14, 2025 – Lesedi Makgae, a young woman from Pretoria with a passion for service, is making waves as a finalist in the Miss Teen Gauteng pageant. For Lesedi, this journey is more than a quest for a crown it’s a platform to amplify the voices of young girls in Mamelodi and beyond who often feel unseen. “Beauty is not just how we look,” she says, “but how we uplift, inspire, and serve.” Becoming a finalist feels “surreal and humbling” for Lesedi. The sash bearing her name symbolizes not just her achievement but the dreams of countless girls who dare to aim high despite challenging circumstances. Her path to this moment has been fueled by hard work, prayer, and an unwavering belief that faith can open doors. Lesedi’s advocacy focuses on personal hygiene and mental health issues she calls “silent struggles” that profoundly impact daily life. A pivotal moment came during a hygiene drive when a young girl t...

Mamelodi Resident Speaks Out After A Long Wait And And Rude Staff At A Local Clinic. By Mamelodi News, September 11, 2025 – Mamelodi East, Pretoria. A Mamelodi resident is upset after a terrible experience at Stanza Bopape Clinic, located at 2 Shilovhane Street in Mamelodi East. The clinic is supposed to help people quickly, especially in emergencies, but one family waited over 15 hours for care and faced rude treatment from staff. The resident, who does not want their name shared, went to the clinic with their injured brother on September 9, 2025, at around 9:00 AM. The brother was in bad shape and could not eat or drink. They had to wait in a long queue just to open a file, which took until 11:30 AM. After that, they waited more until 2:30 PM when the files went to the doctor. But the brother only got a drip and was not seen by a doctor until 12:30 AM the next day over 15 hours later. “We were there from morning, and they only helped my brother after midnight. He was in pain the whol...

 Thapelo Mashigo’s Final Words. “They’ve taken everything! I slaved for this family loans to keep this house alive, food on the table! And they repay me with lies! When my sister was kidnapped my sister, now dead I led the search. I tore Pretoria apart to find her! And they turned it on me, said I was mad, on drugs! They framed me, my own blood, to tear me down! My brother! He stole Zandile, my girlfriend! She carried his child a child I thought was mine! Since 2020, he’s been sneaking with her, laughing while I raised his son as my own! They’re obsessed with me my siblings, watching my every move, tampering with my life. They tried to poison me, to kill me for the inheritance! They think our mother loves me more, so they plot to take it all! She says the whole family’s in the Nedbank will, says no one can sell this house. But I know they got to her. They’re stealing what’s mine. They wanted me dead. My enemies, they alter my things, curse my path. But I’m still here… and now they’...

Community Divided Over Constable Thapelo Mashego’s Tragic Death. The sad story of Constable Thapelo Mashego has left Mamelodi divided. Family secrets caused a big fight, with Mashego learning his fiancée’s child was not his but his brother’s. There were also claims someone tried to harm Mashego, possibly over money from his insurance. In a voice note, Mashego shared his pain, saying, “When I go to work, my brother stays home with my wife,” showing how hurt he felt by his brother’s betrayal. People have mixed feelings. Some feel sorry for Mashego, understanding his pain from betrayal and possible mental health struggles. Others say he was wrong to act violently, especially against his nephew, Keitumetsi Mashego, who died. On social media, some blame cheating and family lies, with one user saying, “Sex causes so much trouble.” Others call the situation “wild” and feel sad for Keitumetsi, seen as an innocent victim. Mamelodi News got many messages on TikTok and Facebook from people facing...

A Constitutional Court to Rule on Gender Bias in Surname Adoption. Pretoria, South Africa - September 10, 2025 - In a landmark case that could redefine marital rights and challenge deep-rooted gender norms, the Constitutional Court is poised to deliver its judgment on Thursday, September 12, regarding the constitutionality of Section 26(1)(a) to (c) of the Births and Deaths Registration Act 51 of 1992. At the heart of the dispute is whether these provisions unfairly discriminate against men by denying them the ability to adopt their wives' surnames upon marriage a right currently reserved exclusively for women. The case stems from a 2019 application by businessman Pieter van Vuuren, who sought to change his surname to his wife’s after their marriage in 2017. Van Vuuren argued that the law's asymmetry violates Section 9 of the Constitution, which prohibits unfair discrimination on grounds including gender, and undermines the equality principle in Section 8. Under the current Act...

In the sweltering heat of Mamelodi East, Pretoria, a powder keg of family secrets exploded into a harrowing 16-hour siege that gripped the nation. What began as a whispered betrayal shattered into gunfire and tragedy, leaving a trail of blood and heartbreak in its wake. At the center of this chilling drama was 32-year-old Police Constable Thapelo Mashigo, a man sworn to protect and serve, whose world unraveled in a storm of rage and deception. It was just after 8 a.m. on September 9, 2025, when the first cries for help pierced the quiet Buffer Zone neighborhood. Mashigo, an off-duty officer stationed at Boschkop Police Station and deployed with the regional Essential Infrastructure Task Team since joining the South African Police Service in 2019, barricaded himself inside his family home. Armed with his service weapon, he held three loved ones captive: his 69-year-old mother, an 18-year-old nephew, and a young boy. Witnesses later described the air thick with tension, the constable...

BREAKING NEWS: Armed Police Officer Hold Mom and Learner Hostage in Mamelodi on September 9, 2025. By Mamelodi News, September 9, 2025. A dramatic hostage situation unfolded in Mamelodi East, Tshwane, on Tuesday afternoon, September 9, 2025, when an armed police officer allegedly took a mother and her teenage child hostage at a residence in the area. Eyewitnesses reported hearing two shots fired before the incident escalated, prompting a swift response from local authorities. According to reports from Pretoria Rekord and The Citizen, the suspect is believed to be a police officer from the Boschkop police station. Mamelodi police were immediately dispatched to the scene, deploying negotiators and the elite Tactical Response Team (TRT) to manage the high-risk standoff. The TRT unit arrived promptly, securing the perimeter around the house to ensure public safety while attempting to de-escalate the situation. Details emerging from the scene indicate that the officer allegedly entered the ...

Parents Demand Refunds After Unsuccessful Educational Trip at Ribane-Laka School. Mamelodi, September 4, 2025 – Parents of learners at Ribane-Laka Maths, Science, and ICT School of Specialisation (SOS) in Mamelodi have lodged a formal complaint with Mamelodi News, expressing frustration over the school's refusal to refund R120.00 paid for an educational trip that failed to deliver due to limited space. The botched outing has left learners and parents disappointed, with the school administration providing no clear justification for denying refunds. According to the complaint, the trip, intended as an educational experience, was compromised, leaving learners unable to fully participate. Despite multiple requests and formal letters sent to the school, parents report that the administration has repeatedly delayed or avoided addressing refund demands. “Our children are frustrated, and that money could be used for other educational needs,” one parent stated, echoing the sentiment of many...

Bail Granted to Suspects in Fatal Stabbing of Lesedi Secondary School Learner Bronkhorstspruit Magistrate’s Court, September 1, 2025 – In a development that has intensified grief and outrage in the Lethabong community, Pretoria East, the Bronkhorstspruit Magistrate’s Court today granted bail to the two suspects accused of fatally stabbing 19-year-old Grade 11 learner Lethabo Mokonyane Matula outside Lesedi Secondary School on June 17, 2025. The ruling came during a bail hearing, marking a significant step in the ongoing legal proceedings amid growing calls for justice and school safety reforms. The suspects, Mlehalinye Montasi (20, Grade 12), identified as the primary stabber and an undocumented immigrant from Lesotho who has resided in South Africa for 13 years, and Kgotlhello Mathabathe (19, Grade 10), who allegedly restrained Lethabo during the attack, were each granted bail. Montasi received R6,000 bail, with the court deeming him not a flight risk due to his long-term residence in...