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DA’s bid to block R10bn salary deal fuels Joburg protests

THE DA’s court application before the Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, to block the R10 billion salary agreement between municipal workers and the City of Johannesburg has been met with resistance by scores of workers affiliated with the South African...

Eskom leaves families watching their lives turn to rubble

MILLIONS of rand, including bank loans, went down the drain yesterday when Eskom executed its courtordered eviction to demolish hundreds of homes illegally built on its land in Thornville outside Pietermaritzburg. One of the unfortunate residents, a...

Parliament supports reforms empowering SIU for lifestyle audits

SOUTH Africa's fight against corruption could be heading for a significant shift, with Parliament calling for urgent legal reforms to strengthen lifestyle audits across the public service and give investigators more power to act without political...

THE VISION

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Allegations of corruption mount against Mbalula

PRESSURE is intensifying on the African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula following the release of a dossier outlining serious allegations of corruption, fraud, and money laundering. This follows the release of a detailed report...

‘Where’s our raise?’

SA Municipal Workers Union members march at Mary Fitzgerald Square in Johannesburg yesterday after the DA took legal action to block the City of Joburg’s R10 billion wage deal with municipal workers. The party claims it could plunge the city into a...

ANC conference: On your marks, get set ... wait, what?

With the ANC’s Eastern Cape elective conference hanging in the balance, confusion and defiance reigned last night after a last-minute court order cast doubt on the gathering. An interim interdict granted by the high court in KuGompo City cast...

Miners’ families face payout delays

AS BEREAVED families prepare to bury the five miners who were recovered after being trapped 890 metres underground at Ekapa Minerals’ Du Toitspan Joint Shaft in Kimberley, some say they are still struggling to access funeral policies and occupational...

Farmers brace for fuel price blow

Ndlambe’s commercial farmers have warned that the looming fuel price spike, combined with fertiliser shortages, could be catastrophic, straining local agriculture to the limit in an already tough environment. This comes as conflict in the Middle East...

Supreme justice

A former top judge in Costa Rica has become the first citizen to be extradited to another nation after he was accused of international drug trafficking, Reuters reports. Former Supreme Court justice Celso Gamboa was extradited to the state of Texas in...

ANC defies court interdict to push ahead with E Cape conference

The ANC in the Eastern Cape will proceed with its highstakes provincial elective conference this weekend despite a high court interdict and threats of contempt of court proceedings. The party confirmed late on Thursday that it would go ahead with the...

‘IF ONLY THEY KNEW WHAT IT TAKES’

If anyone tries to talk about South Africa’s greatest footballers of all time and leaves Benni McCarthy out of the conversation, they probably have not seen him doing his thing in front of goal for Seven Stars and then some of the biggest clubs in...

Environmentalists oppose Mantashe’s call to reopen refinery

ENVIRONMENTAL experts have slammed Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe’s push for the reopening of the Sapref – South Africa’s biggest crude oil refinery that shut down after the floods that devastated KwaZulu-Natal in...

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WHICH 20TH CENTURY CHAIR DESIGN IS YOUR FAVOURITE? 155 OF YOU TOOK OUR POLL TO LET US KNOW. HERE ARE THE RESULTS: Eames lounge chair and ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames (1956) Barcelona chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe & Lilly Reich (1929) The Egg...

Mountain Rise CPF earns national recognition for crime-fighting efforts

Coca-cola Beverages South Africa has recognised the Mountain Rise Community Policing Forum’s (CPF) recent national achievement at the SAPS Excellence Awards, with a donation of branded clothing and equipment. The CPF secured third place at the awards...

‘Show us proof’

Discontent is mounting among motorists over the city’s newly deployed mobile speed-trap cameras, with growing concerns about their accuracy, transparency and enforcement. 7hH dHbDtH hDs intHnsifiHd sinFH Polokwane Observer reported two weeks ago on...

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Airborne alarm

WHILE coal dust continues to infuriate Richards Bay residents as it blackens the city and prompts respiratory tract health fears, magnetite - a contaminant potentially linked to Alzheimer’s disease – might be of far more serious concern. The matter...

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Senior SAPS officers in the dock as R360 million tender probe widens

A R360 million South African Police Service (SAPS) tender corruption case has drawn senior police officers into the dock and reached the highest levels of law enforcement, with National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola summoned to...

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Beloved family pet killed with pellet gun

WHITE RIVER - A family is shocked and angry after returning home on Tuesday without their beloved cat, Luna. An adopted pet, Luna was shot twice last week Thursday by an unknown shooter with a pellet gun, sustaining wounds to her left and right...

Baphume ngobuningi, bebhikishela abokufika

“NGELETHU izwe, pho ngowani umbango?” Leli bekuyiculo losuku kukhukhulelangoqo wemashi yokulwa nenkinga yabokufika abakuleli ngokungemthetho, ebihlelwe yiMarch and March, enkabeni yeTheku, izolo ngoLwesithathu. Kume yonke into, kwavalwa izitolo...

Do the Baartman

Proteas’ fast bowler Ottniel Baartman celebrates after taking the wicket of New Zealand’s Dane Cleaver during the fifth T20 at Hagley Oval in Christchurch yesterday. The Proteas won the game by 33 runs to clinch the five-match series 3-2.

Odilika abathathu kobephika ukuthi waqotha umndeni

KWEMBULWE izipoki ezibhubhudla imali esikhwameni esixhasa izitshudeni ngemali yokufunda ezikhungweni zemfundo, i-national Students' Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), ekubeni kuvela ukuthi sezafa. Lezi zipoki zivundululwe embikweni kamcwaningi Mabhuku...

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DISORDER STATE OF

The country’s security cluster has been plunged further into crisis after national police commissioner Gen Fannie Masemola was summoned to appear in court next month over the R360m health tender awarded to Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala. Experts say this...

Police integrity in tatters as top cop faces scrutiny

South Africa’s security cluster faces an unprecedented crisis of integrity as three of the country’s top police officials are now embroiled in allegations of corruption and links to the criminal underworld. National police commissioner Gen Fannie...

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CTIJF: CULTURAL REVIVAL, ECONOMIC BOOST

CAPE Town’s city centre is set for a significant economic boost this weekend as thousands of music lovers arrive for the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, signalling a strong return for the city’s events and tourism sectors. The surge in visitors...

MASEMOLA SUMMONED IN R360M TENDER CASE

POLIcE commissioner-General Fannie Masemola has welcomed any investigation or due process that seeks to address allegations of wrongdoing after authorities confirmed that he was issued with a notice to appear in court over the R360 million SAPS tender...

Links draws major European interest

South African international Gift Links has emerged as one of the most sought-after players in Europe on the back of his consistency in the Danish Superliga. Information reaching the Siya crew indicates that even after committing his future to AGF...

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Eden athletes shine on national stage

Eden’s young track and field athletes lit up Green Point Stadium in Cape Town from 21 to 22 March, storming to a second-place finish at the SA Junior Championships. Representing the Western Cape, the team finished second overall with an impressive 68...

Plaaslike kunstenaars gaan voluit

Nelton Willemse en Hilton Jackson is eie aan Oudtshoorn en het ’n diep gewortelde liefde en ervaring in kuns. Hierdie jaar kry feesgangers die kans om hul merkwaardige werk te sien, te waardeer en aan te skaf. Voluit Karoo is die tema wat hulle...

Knysna entrepreneurs claim spotlight

KNYSNA - Local award-winning aw entrepreneur Cecilia Roelf took t centre stage at the Voice & Choice Summit Su and Awards held in Johannesburg last la week, where she was named first runner-up u in the Established Business category. Awards were...

EARLY FLU SURGE HITS CITY SCHOOLS, CANCELS

Aexpected. n early surge in flu cases has begun disrupting school life in Pietermaritzburg, with major sports fixtures and social events cancelled last week as health experts warn the season has arrived sooner than Last week, Hilton College cancelled...

‘Divorce was the trigger’: businessman kills wife before taking his own life

A DURBAN businessman lured his estranged wife under false pretences to a centre they jointly owned in Glen Ashley, in Durban North, to “see a tenant”, where he shot and killed her in the parking lot before taking his own life. At the time, Vikash...

The Opening Taps

As South Africa’s water sector continues to deteriorate, strengthening asset management, infrastructure maintenance and institutional reform will be critical, while tackling high levels of nonrevenue water faced by many municipalities will go a long...

Coal dust issues back to the bad old days

COAL dust is choking streets, businesses, homes and lungs in Richards Bay, while coal trucks continue to cause road damage and traf c snarls. Monday morning was particularly bad, especially after weekend rain had turned the dust into slimy black...

Die kaart op die tafel...

By die onlangse Woonwaskou was ek opnuut verstom oor die gehalte, passie en innovering van die Suid-afrikaanse kamp- en buitelewemark. Die skou het behoorlik uit sy nate gebars en dit was bemoedigend om die groei te sien wat betref uitstallers,...

Welcome, future Planet-solvers!

Have you ever tried to build a giant puzzle without all the pieces? This month we discover that our planet works in much the same way Ð every river, forest, animal, invention and even every person is an important piece of the puzzle. In our feature,...

DRIVING IMPRESSION

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Early light filters through the canopies of the umzimbeet and buffalo thorn trees that we slept under last night. The call of a Burchell’s coucal alternates with the call of a fork-tailed drongo in the subtropical coastal forest, against the far-off...

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BUSH MECHANICS BUSTED

CITY officials swooped on street mechanic operations in Richards Bay on Thursday, in an environmental-driven operation. While within the Municipal Roads and Traffic Safety By-laws, the action comes at a time when the so-called ‘bush mechanics’ are...

Fuel supply Who’s fooling who?

SOUTH Africa’s fuel supply system is facing a critical disconnect. While the government and industry insist reserves are stable and urge the public not to panic-buy, wholesale fuel suppliers warn that diesel is not reaching essential services, creating...

TREASURY WANTS R88BN UNCLAIMED CASH PILE

Insurance companies, banks and other financial institutions are sitting on R88-billion in retirement fund benefits belonging to hundreds of thousands of potential beneficiaries they have been battling to trace. Now National Treasury wants to take over...

ANC muscles SABC to axe ‘harsh’ show

● The SABC has canned its popular Face the Nation political talkshow — allegedly because ANC and government bigwigs don’t like the grilling they get from the show’s host, Clement Manyathela. Manyathela confirmed that his prime-time show will not be...

PANIC AT FUEL PUMPS

SOUTH Africa's fuel supply system is facing a critical disconnect. While the government and industry insist reserves are stable and urge the public not to panic-buy, wholesale fuel suppliers warn that diesel is not reaching essential services, creating...

EDITORS NOTE

Success is one of those words that looks simple on the surface, yet means something entirely di erent to each of us. For some, it is measured in milestones and achievements. For others, it is found in moments of calm, connection or clarity. It can be...

FAKE NEWS FUELS PANIC

FAKE news has amplified South Africa’s growing fuel anxiety, drawing in a respected academic and hitting households already under pressure. Professor Brian Figaji, Chancellor of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, fell victim to one of many...

‘Embrace Eid with gratitude, reflection’

AS the holy month of Ramadan came to a close, religious leaders in Cape Town have called on Muslims to embrace Eid with both gratitude and deep reflection, highlighting the weight of ongoing global conflicts and the persistent challenges facing local...

Fake news fuels panic at pumps

FAKE news has amplified South Africa’s growing fuel anxiety, drawing in a respected academic and hitting households already under pressure. Professor Brian Figaji, Chancellor of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, fell victim to one of many...

Baby dumped in bag

How the body of a newborn baby ended up among heaps of rubbish at the Mossel Bay transfer station is still the subject of investigation. Meanwhile, Mossel Bay Advertiser reached out to ACVV Social Services and the Department of Health and Wellness to...

Restore a

Midlands residents are being asked to don a pair of closed, comfortable shoes and long trousers and do their bit to help rewild the beautiful Ferncliffe Mistbelt forest on Saturday, March 21. Over 85 people have donated an incredible R3.6 million to...

Bird patrol keeps the cat away

Iused to think that Indian mynas were the bullies of the bird world. Until one appointed himself as a security guard in my garden. Not to deter burglars and not for pest control. It apparently hates cats. I do not own a cat, but since I moved into...

Zenande Mfenyana wins first Safta award

Zenande Mfenyana has once again cemented her place among SA’s finest performers after winning the Best Supporting Actress award at the 19th Annual SA Film and Television Awards (Safta) held last week. She earned the accolade for her powerful portrayal...

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RIVERSDAL - ’n Eskalerende kon ik in die Midde-ooste stuur skokgolwe deur Suid-afrika se ekonomie, met kenners wat waarsku dat skerp stygings in brandstofpryse boere, besighede en verbruikers swaar gaan tref. Intussen kan boere in Riversdal reeds die...

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Golden SA call-up at 55 for Amalinda hockey star

For Amalinda resident and avid hockey player Wendy “Crouci” Croucamp, a lifelong passion for sport has culminated in a dream realised — representing SA on the international stage. Croucamp has been selected for the SA Women’s Masters Hockey Team and...

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TOP OF THE CHOCS

Looking for an Eid treat, a flourless cake for Pesach or a project for the kids involving leftover Easter eggs? Find it in this collection of 26 of our best-ever chocolate recipes.

Budget 2026:

South Africa has reached an important turning point in the management of public finances, as government begins to see the results of reforms, said Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana. The assurance came as the Minister delivered the 2026 Budget...

Women in the public sector

The FFC’s Dr Nombeko Mbava on how budget allocations affect human rights

Autumn Special

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Nefisa Mkhabela

With her star on the rise, this young actress is determined to live a balanced life — and that includes optimal haircare. Read all about her aspirations and new partnership with ORS Olive Oil on page 70.

BTS is Back

MEASURED MOMENTUM

If the past few years have taught the automotive industry anything, it is that momentum alone doesn't guarantee progress. Markets evolve, consumer needs shift, and even the most carefully laid product strategies must adapt. As we settle into 2026,...

2026 Property Predictions for SA

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Enjoy the Good Life at The Lawns

Your every day, all-day restaurant in Cape Town. Whether you're soaking up the sun with family or catching up with friends, The Lawns offers the perfect space for everyone. Bring your kids, bring your dogs, and experience a relaxed dining atmosphere...

From the editor’s desk

Of all the design intricacies included in Gordon Murray’s now-legendary Mclaren F1 road car, I remember being merely intrigued by the idea of a car with a gold-plated engine bay, but simply fascinated by its central driving position. The poster car for...

Steven Kitshoff

After a neck injury that nearly ended everything, the veteran loosehead prop opens up about his road to recovery, the Boks’ prospects for 2027, and his honest take on the new Stormers leadership.

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BE PREPARED FOR SURPRISE BREAKDOWNS

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Jou kinders se veiligheid is ononderhandelbaar. Die Aqua-Net Swembadveiligheidsnet is SuidAfrika se bewese oplossing vir swembadveiligheid. Sedert die bekendstelling daarvan in 1972 is geen verdrinkings aangemeld nie. Hierdie pasgemaakte...

Hello Eco-Champions!

Welcome to the 7th EDITION OF EASYSCIENCE, where we celebrate the incredible planet we call home and discover how each of us can help protect it. This edition is all about caring for our environment and understanding why biodiversity – the amazing...

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What a ‘newspaper’ means in 2026

Jock McConnachie’s recent post on Grahamstown Eye raises essential questions about what we mean when we call Grocott’s Mail “the oldest independent community newspaper in South Africa”. His challenge is that we should focus more on “hard” municipal...

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PUPILS CREATE SOCCER BALLS FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED SCHOOLS

In a creative blend of recycling and community spirit, Etham College grade seven pupils have transformed discarded plastic into soccer balls for underprivileged schools. Shaneen Ulyate, the teacher who led the project, said it aimed to promote both...

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