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Nicola Daniels|Published 1 hour ago

Tensions rise as WC government responds to teacher cuts

Western Cape allocates over R3 billion to safety initiatives

Nicola Daniels|Published 2 hours ago

The province has been under increasing pressure over its decisions to keep pouring billions into safety plans that have been criticised as ineffective, amid persistently ...

More poaching expected ahead of elections as Banele Majingo resigns from ANC, joins DA

Nicola Daniels|Published 3 hours ago

Banele Majingo's unexpected resignation from the ANC to join the DA came as a shock to opposition parties in the City, as he was expected to lead a motion of no ...

23 South Africans among thousands saved from Myanmar online scam operation

Staff Reporter|Published 4 hours ago

Following a harrowing ordeal, 23 South Africans have been rescued from online scam compounds in Myanmar, with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation ...

Dobson: Willemse, Hartzenberg and Feinberg-Mngomezulu a very exciting trio for Stormers against Ulster

Leighton Koopman|Published 15 hours ago

John Dobson's enforced changes see exciting Willemse-Hartzenberg axis take centre-stage as injury-hit Stormers aim to maintain momentum in Belfast.

US banking rules may affect South African banks over reputational risk closures

Siphelele Dludla|Updated 3 hours ago

A legal expert warns that South African banks could face US sanctions following new American legislation that prohibits account closures based on reputational risk. ...

Teen arrested for plotting attack on Cape Town International Airport and Mavericks Night Club

Staff Reporter|Published 17 hours ago

Several electronic devices, including a playstation, four gaming consoles, computer equipment, and a cellular telephone were seized for analysis.

Le Roux sheds light on post-polio syndrome

Theolin Tembo|Published 20 hours ago

Artscape CEO Marlene le Roux called for post-polio to be recognised as a chronic disease for medical aids to pay for necessary treatments, with extended benefits ...

Can Bulls avoid Zebre URC upset after Jake White’s ‘stupidity’ comments?

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 21 hours ago

Jake White's Bulls face a potential 'banana peel' match against a dangerous Zebre side at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday (2:45pm). Despite sitting second-last on the ...

How ANC ‘sleepers’ handed MKP historic win

Nicola Daniels|Published 22 hours ago

The ANC's recent by-election loss in Saldanha Bay to the MK Party highlights internal challenges, as leaders attribute the defeat to 'sleepers' campaigning for rival ...

Joburg will consider 'diplomatic implications' of renaming Sandton Drive

Loyiso Sidimba|Published 23 hours ago

Joburg mayor Dada Morero emphasises the need for diplomatic sensitivity as the City considers renaming Sandton Drive after Palestinian freedom fighter Leila Khaled, ...

Lift on cannabis foodstuffs ban paves way for growth

Xolile Mtembu|Published 1 day ago

The recent repeal of the cannabis and hemp foodstuffs ban marks a transformative moment for the industry, as stakeholders advocate for transparent regulations and ...

US takes firm stand to eliminate reputational risk in banking, stirring debate in South Africa

Siphelele Dludla|Published 1 day ago

The US Banking Committee has moved to eliminate 'reputational risk' as a reason for account closures, challenging a practice South African banks have long used to ...

Bulls wing Sebastian de Klerk receives reduced two-match ban after Leinster URC red card

Ashfak Mohamed|Published 1 day ago

Bulls wing Sebastian de Klerk has received a two-match ban following his red card against Leinster, meaning he'll miss the upcoming Zebre clash and Challenge Cup ...

MKP will not back the ANC on a VAT hike, says Floyd Shivambu

Willem Phungula|Published 1 day ago

With a week remaining for parliament to pass the budget, the MK Party says it will stand firm on rejecting a proposed 0. 5% VAT increase.

Motsoaledi urges innovative health financing at G20 amid US aid cuts

Nicola Daniels|Published 1 day ago

Amid the suspension of US aid, Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi urges global health partnerships at the G20 Health Working Group Meeting, highlighting the urgent ...

South Africa renames Taiwan office, budgetary constraints delay Johannesburg move

Siyabonga Sithole|Published 1 day ago

South Africa has officially downgraded Taiwan's diplomatic presence from 'Taipei Liaison Office' to 'Taipei Commercial Office' while ordering its relocation from ...

SADTU condemns brazen kidnapping of Gqeberha teacher as search continues

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published 1 day ago

South African Democratic Teachers’ Union expressed outrage over the kidnapping of a teacher at Happydale Special School, calling for urgent action to enhance school ...

Joshlin’s mom never followed up, says detective

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published 1 day ago

Detective Captain Wesley Lombard testified in court on Wednesday about the troubling behaviour of Joshlin Smith's mother during the investigation into the little ...

SA's sovereignty is not up for sale

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published 1 day ago

The Presidency needs no reminder that no amount of intervention will make the Trump administration think otherwise of our country unless it's prepared to be a shadow ...