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MTHATHA, South Africa – Gift of the Givers, a leading South African humanitarian organization, has faced extortion attempts targeting its staff in Mthatha while delivering critical aid to flood victims. The Eastern Cape, devastated by floods that killed at least 90 people and displaced nearly 10,000 since June 10, 2025, is now grappling with criminal interference in relief efforts.

On Saturday, June 14, 2025, alleged extortionists, reportedly linked to a “water mafia,” blocked Gift of the Givers workers from distributing clean water to flood-affected communities at a local community hall. The criminals, suspected to be connected to service providers contracted by the OR Tambo District Municipality, are said to be profiting from water tanker supplies and view free aid as a threat to their business.

King Sabata Dalindyebo Municipality Mayor Nyaniso Nelani condemned the acts, stating, “Extortion is a crime and a moral betrayal of the highest order, especially when directed at those extending a hand to the helpless.” The South African Police Service (SAPS) is investigating, with Police Minister Senzo Mchunu vowing that such intimidation “will not be tolerated.” Gift of the Givers teams are now escorted by police to ensure safe delivery of aid.

Public outrage has surged on social media, with South Africans expressing heartbreak over the targeting of selfless aid workers. One user posted, “Already there are reports of extortion kwi Gift of the Givers kulo Eastern Cape!” The OR Tambo District Municipality emphasized that these actions do not reflect the community’s values and pledged support to protect relief efforts.

Gift of the Givers continues its vital work, deploying search and rescue teams and water tankers to assist the nearly 10,000 displaced residents in Mthatha and surrounding areas. The organization’s spokesperson, Ali Sablay, called for community support, stating, “We have the backing of the government, SAPS, and the people of Mthatha to overcome these challenges.”

As the Eastern Cape mourns the flood tragedy, the interference by criminal elements underscores the urgent need for stronger measures to protect humanitarian operations during crises.

Motseki Mabuya – Mahube Breakfast(6:00am-9:00am) Mon-Fri

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Motseki Mabuya, was born and bred in Qwaqwa the eastern Free State, 25th August 1985.

While growing up and at school the only thing that he wanted to be was a soccer star. But things didn’t work out as he wanted, and because of an injury he couldn’t continue with soccer. Radio was his second love.

After matric he moved to Tembisa (Gauteng) to follow his dreams. It was while in Tembisa that his talent was discovered and he was introduced to the world of radio. He is forever thankful to the then programmes manager of Voice of Tembisa community radio. And since then he never looked back…

In 2007 he moved from Voice of Tembisa and joined Vaal University of Technology community radio and through his background from Voice of Tembisa he was given the Breakfast show to host (Monday-Friday).

It is through his passion for radio that Motseki has become a household name in the Vaal. And now Motseki has joined Thetha fm as the host of the Mahube breakfast show “unrestricted”

Mimi – Maluti Mid-Morning Show (9:00am-12:00pm) Mon-Fri

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Born on the dusty streets of Sebokeng zone 3, to Mvulani and Khali Malindi, the only girl after 4 boys. I was born on the 26th of February some years back.

My primary years were spent at Omanzini, while my secondary school was at Khutlo-Tharo. I studied at the Vaal University of Technology. My interests are spread across creativity, science, the arts, sport, reading and writing and fashion respectively.

After matric he moved to Tembisa (Gauteng) to follow his dreams. It was while in Tembisa that his talent was discovered and he was introduced to the world of radio. He is forever thankful to the then programmes manager of Voice of Tembisa community radio. And since then he never looked back…

Living in the Vaal, Pretoria, and Cape Town redeemed me from ignorance. Currently I’m doing the MALUTI MID-MORNING SHOW Monday to Friday 9am-12pm on 100.6 Thetha fm. I’m also studying towards a National Certificate in Radio Station Management with IAJ.

Lihle – Morethetho Afternoon Drive (3:00pm-6:00pm) Mon-Fri

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Lihle matriculated in 1998. In 2000-2001 she attended computer and business administration at Stanford Business College.

She attended a course with IAJ doing programming, marketing, managing the station and financial management.

She is currently with THETHA fm, and has been working as a financial manager and administrator since 2005. She also presents MIRITHITHO AFTERNOON DRIVE FROM 3-6PM

Black Merc – Mahlasedi a letsatsi (6:00pm-9:00pm) Mon-Fri

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Born in 1974-04-08 in the Free State. I attended Barnars Molokoane Koppies College in Tumahole, Parys. I am a pastor by profession, I was taught politics by Ace Makgashule in Tumahole.

My motto is tough times never last but tough people do.

Dezz – Motswiriri (2:00am-6:00am] Sat

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Born in Senaone clinic in Soweto 1975-02-28, and I attended Letshego P. school in Evaton. I completed my matric at all Nations Sec. School in Sebokeng. I started working in 1998 at Tanya complete, and worked as a contractor in 1999, before moving to Score Supermarkets as a sales assistant.

I joined Thetha fm in mid 2007 as a radio presenter where I am currently doing 2-6am slot on Saturday and Sunday mornings. I am a single father of 2 kids, a girl and a boy. My dream is to see young people realising their dreams and to do things for themselves, because good things come to those who wait, but not for those who wait too long.