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In this issue

May 03, 2025

Time to get SA's youngsters real jobs

ON MAY 1, South Africa marked Workers' Day, a time to reflect on the state of employment in the country.

2 mins

Who will reign supreme?

SOWETO DERBY FEVER

1 mins

GUILTY! BUT JOSHLIN'S STILL MISSING

Applause in court as judgmemt is read

4 mins

A reflection on the journey of children's rights in SouthAfrica

ON APRIL 27, 1994, South Africa embarked on its journey toward democracy, emerging from the shadows of apartheid. Thirty-one years later, we take a moment to reflect on what this freedom has meant - not only for the adults who cast their first votes but also for the generations of children born into this new South Africa. For these children, democracy is not a distant memory; it is a promise that they will be seen, heard, and protected.

3 mins

Dream a little dream of me

LET’S do it for the dreamers.

1 mins

Fashion meets music on stage

THE anticipation for the prestigious Metro FM Music Awards (MMAs) 2025 continues to build, as the spectacular ceremony is set to take place today at the iconic Mbombela Stadium.

2 mins

A new era for the food and beverage industry

WELCOMING more than 350 exhibitors and 6000 visitors from more than 25 countries, the inaugural Africa Food Show is poised to become Africa’s premier event for the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry.

3 mins

Do It for the Dreamers – Support Slipper Day

SLIPPER Day returns on May 30 and South Africans are invited to Do It For The Dreamers by purchasing a R20 sticker, wearing their slippers, and helping to fulfil the dreams of children facing life-threatening illnesses.

2 mins

Murder suspect never asked after poisoned guests

COURT

2 mins

'Women cannot be reduced to vulgar slurs'

THE Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, has condemned podcaster Macgyver “MacG” Mukwevho over what she calls “vomitous utterances” made against media personality Minnie Dlamini in a recent episode of Podcast and Chill.

2 mins

DA takes legal action against speaker over blocked motion on Health MEC

THE Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng has filed court papers against the Speaker of the Gauteng Provincial Legislature (GPL), Morakane Mosupyoe, accusing her of acting unconstitutionally by blocking a motion aimed at censuring the MEC for Health, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko.

2 mins

SAPS investigates man for false social media claims

HENNOPS RIVER INCIDENT

1 mins

Netcare denies turning away officer shot on duty

'R35M DEBT’

3 mins

Fire fighting efforts under scrutiny

AS RAIN swept across the Cape this week, it brought long-awaited relief to the charred slopes of Tokai, Noordhoek, Silvermine and surrounding areas.

3 mins

KZN doctor now determined to go all the way

DESPITE returning with Khumbu cough from a trek to Mount Everest's base camp, a KwaZulu-Natal doctor says the trip has made him more determined to accomplish his ultimate ambition - to summit the mountain.

1 mins

Niemach demands fireworks for derby

THE most anticipated fixture on the South African football calendar is upon us as Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates prepare to battle it out in a vital Bet-way Premiership game this weekend.

2 mins

Residents push back on Padel Court boom

AS THE popularity of padel — the fastpaced racquet sport — surges across Cape Town, a growing number of residents are voicing strong opposition to the construction of new courts in residential areas.

3 mins

Heart transplant duo takes on sani2c

PASSION

3 mins

Mothers: first educators of humanity

AS WE CELEBRATE Mother's Day on 11 May, it is opportune to reflect on the important role our mothers play as the first educators — a role that begins from the child's infancy.

2 mins

Vaccination guide for busy parents

IN 2009 South Africa experienced a significant measles outbreak. Dr Liza Street, paediatrician and co-founder of Ajuda, a digital storage vault for health information, was on the frontlines as sick children by the dozen started arriving at the hospital where she was working.

2 mins

Toast to the world's newest wine route

AT NASHIK International Airport, there are so many posters advertising vineyards and wine tastings, you could be forgiven for thinking you've landed in Cape Town rather than India's west, 160kms north of Mumbai.

6 mins

In Rome the cardinals eat 'poor' food, but can't resist an ice-cream

WHETHER chomping on local fare such as pasta carbonara or veal cutlets wrapped in ham, Catholic cardinals, who are meeting in the Vatican this week to prepare for the conclave, have \"simple\" tastes, local restaurateurs say.

2 mins

'MAHA moms' pushing for changes to US food system

THEY say the food industry is putting pesticides, dangerous food dyes and other toxic chemicals into the US food supply.

5 mins

Vital role of veterinarians and teams in rhino conservation

WITH World Veterinary Day having been commemorated on April 26, and Save the Rhino Day on Thursday, this is an opportune time to reflect on the efforts of conservation teams, which include veterinarians, to combat the scourge of rhino poaching.

3 mins

China warns against extortion in proposed US tariff talks

BEIJING is “evaluating” an offer from Washington to hold talks over US President Donald Trump’s 145% tariffs, China’s Commerce Ministry said yesterday, although it warned the US not to engage in “extortion and coercion”.

2 mins

Farmers struggle to revive rebel-held fields

FARMERS in a breadbasket town in eastern Congo who previously fled heavy fighting are facing new challenges as they return to tend fields now under rebel control, a phenomenon playing out across the war-hit region.

2 mins

Zelensky says minerals deal with US has equal benefits

UKRAINIAN President Volodymyr Zelensky said this week that a landmark minerals deal with the US offered “equal” benefits for both sides, even though the accord offered no concrete security guarantees for Kyiv.

3 mins

UN overhaul amid funding crisis

THE UN is considering a massive overhaul that would merge major departments and shift resources across the globe, according to an internal memo prepared by senior officials tasked with reforming the world body.

3 mins

Striking right work-life balance

JUGGLING your work and personal life can feel like an uphill battle especially for remote workers, self-employed individuals and those who wear multiple hats.

2 mins

Simple strategies to help keep burnout at bay

BURNOUT isn't a badge of honour. According to a recent Deloitte workplace burnout survey, 75% of workers have experienced burnout and 40% say they've left a job because of it.

3 mins

Engaging and retaining Gen Z talent

GEN Z employees expect more than a salary — they want leaders who prioritise transparency, respect and real growth opportunities.

3 mins

How Petco and ARO are transforming recycling in SA

A DRIVE to persuade more South Africans to incorporate recycling into their daily routines is benefiting schools and neighbourhoods.

2 mins

Reddam House Durbanville wins 14 Awards

TOP STUDENTS

2 mins

Balfour Mall hosts VYG Sports Day

BALFOUR Mall in Johannesburg has stepped up to support a new school initiative that combined sport, talent scouting and community pride in a packed day of competition at Northview High School.

1 mins

Meet SA's newest Nsouli Scholars

TWO remarkable young South Africans, Zuri Conroy and Mackensie McKay, began an exciting journey this year as the country’s newest recipients of the prestigious Nsouli Scholars Programme, the flagship scholarship initiative of global premium education group, Inspired.

4 mins

Postecoglou hails 'outstanding' Spurs in Europa League final bid

TOTTENHAM Hotspur put aside their woeful domestic season with a 3-1 home victory against Norway's Bodo/ Glimt leaving them within sight of the Europa League final on Thursday night.

2 mins

Anything can change in second leg, Amorim warns United

MANCHESTER United coach Ruben Amorim said it was “natural” his more experienced stars like Harry Maguire delivered in the 3-0 Europa League semi-final first leg win over Athletic Bilbao on Thursday night.

2 mins

Slot: Liverpool triumph one of the best days of my life

LIVERPOOL manager Arne Slot said yesterday that winning the Premier League title at Anfield was one of the best days of his life as he turned his thoughts towards next season.

2 mins

Lights out for top dogs in Madrid as Djokovic eyes Roland Garros

MADRID and most of Spain experi-enced an unprecedented power failure for an entire day, causing a backlog in the order of play at the Madrid Masters.

2 mins

Top-five hopes on the line for Chelsea

PREMIER League champions Liverpool are in line to receive a guard of honour at Stamford Bridge tomorrow, but any pre-match pleasantries will quickly be put to one side, with hosts Chelsea desperate to boost their top-five hopes.

2 mins

Champs Crinums bounce back with commanding win over Flames

DEFENDING champions the Free State Crinums bounced back quickly from their only loss so far of Power Week 1 of the Telkom Netball League (TNL), with a 68-45 win over the North West Flames on day six.

2 mins

Hamilton: Ferrari's tough times could go on for longer

LEWIS Hamilton said that it could take months to get to grips with his new Ferrari, and he was paying no attention to those questioning his performances.

1 mins

Can Verstappen win in Miami to celebrate new child?

FOUR-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen and partner Kelly Piquet announced the birth of daughter Lily yesterday.

1 mins

SA star Moodley suffers fractured wrist after heavy collision in Spain

JUST as he was getting into the swing of things in his maiden Moto3 season, Ruche Moodley will have to regain some of the confidence he lost after a crash in Jerez, Spain last Sunday.

2 mins

Simbine squares off with Olympic star [hompson

AKANI Simbine has the fastest time in the world this year, but his first major test of the season will come in today’s Diamond League meeting in Shanghai/Keqiao.

3 mins

Blitzboks need 'everyone to fire at same time' in LA World Championship

THE Blitzboks have done the maths, and coach Philip Snyman knows just what it will take to lift the HSBC SVNS World Championship title at Dignity Health Sports Park in Los Angeles this weekend.

2 mins

Dramatic PSL relegation fight looms

WITH only a few games remaining in the 2024/25 Premiership season, the relegation battle is entering a dramatic climax.

2 mins

Top-eight chasing Arrows aim to end winless run against Stellenbosch

GOLDEN Arrows’ top-eight ambitions have taken a few knocks in recent matches, with a short winless run placing them on the back foot ahead of the visit of Stellenbosch FC.

1 mins

Boks to face Barbarians in SA for the first time

A BARBARIAN horde - at least the rugby variety - will invade South Africa for the first time when the Springboks launch their 2025 season against the renowned invitational outfit at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, June 28.

2 mins

Cardoso on brink of turning detractors into admirers

MIGUEL Cardoso is on the cusp of history across all fronts, and that's why he could make his initial detractors, including yours truly, eat humble pie this month.

2 mins

'Big fight' awaits Lerena after KO in WBC defence

KEVIN Lerena is spending a restful weekend in Sun City as he anticipates his 33rd birthday on Monday, his standing as South African boxing's golden boy still intact.

2 mins

Maart urges Chiefs mindset to be on same page

YUSUF Maart would make a fantastic poker player.

2 mins

Pirates to play the game, not the occasion

MIHLALI BALEKA

3 mins

Nabi’s tactical genius can turn tide for Chiefs

COMMENT

2 mins

Goodall: Proteas Women live by the sword, die by the sword

THE Proteas Women might have lost two matches in a row in the ongoing Tri-Series against India and Sri Lanka at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, but the experienced top-order batter Lara Goodall is seemingly back in form.

2 mins

Fraudsters posing as police officers leave victims in despair

IN RECENT years, South Africa has unfortunately earned a reputation as a fertile ground for fraudsters, transforming the country into a global hotspot for scams so elaborate they could fool even the sharpest among us.

3 mins

The financial implications of delayed marriage in SA

SOUTH Africans are putting off getting married until later in life, putting this ceremonial expression of love aside as they are focused on their financial stability, personal growth, and careers. And that’s if they are even getting married at all.

3 mins

Achieving financial freedom: the mindset you need to build wealth

FINANCIAL freedom is a goal that many aspire to, yet few truly achieve.

3 mins

Retirement fund sitting on your money?

I BELIEVE there should be increased efforts by regulators and the financial services industry to reduce delays by retirement funds and their administrators in disbursing benefits to members or transferring benefits to another fund.

3 mins

Can a beneficiary disrupt a trust?

A RECENT real-life case demonstrated the importance of estate planners and trustees staying alert.

3 mins

Why bonds are crucial during turbulent market times

WHILE global markets have been on somewhat of a rollercoaster since Trump's re-election in November 2024, traders' nerves have been particularly tested this past month.

2 mins

When red flags go unseen: the silent cries for help in ‘American Murder: Gabby Petito’

OH, THE irony. The happiest people on social media often have the darkest secrets, and the American Murder: Gabby Petito story is a brutal reminder of this fact.

2 mins

Actor’s shocking reason for turning down biopic

IN A startling revelation, actor Terrence Howard has shared his decision to turn down the opportunity to portray music legend Marvin Gaye in a prospective biopic, citing his discomfort with the singer's rumoured homosexuality.

1 mins

Ben Affleck’s ‘The Accountant 2’: worth the watch or taxing sequel?

BEN Affleck is in full furrow-browed golden retriever mode in The Accountant 2, a convoluted, overcomplicated follow-up to the 2016 action drama that, when it became an unexpected hit, seemed to bode well for the theatrical fortunes of original movies aimed at grown-up audiences attracted to violence and arcane techno-speak in equal measure.

3 mins

Fuel your hair and your day: discover 5 delicious biotin (vitamin B7) superfoods

FOOD is truly the holy grail of wellness. From glowing skin to gut health, and even something as seemingly mundane as strong nails or luscious hair, what we eat plays a critical role in how we look and feel. In the world of nutrients, biotin, also known as vitamin B7, doesn't always get the spotlight, but it should.

2 mins

Discover the beauty hacks of your favourite celebrities

COSMETIC procedures have become increasingly popular in the Western world, but many celebrities still cling to time-honoured beauty secrets and wellness hacks that yield impressive results without the need for surgical enhancements.

3 mins

A retro masterpiece unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show

HARKING back to the 1970s, Porsche has unveiled a retro-styled 911 called the 911 Spirit 70 at the Shanghai Auto Show and according to Porsche, a lucky few will be able to own one locally.

1 mins

From workhorse to tech marvel: Vehicle excels in every aspect

WE'VE had our long-term Ford Ranger Wildtrak Supercab bakkie for a couple of months now and it's been a trusty workhorse without skipping a beat.

2 mins

Get ready SA. an all-new Supercab bakkie is on its way

ONE of the biggest talking points for Chery at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show is Chery Super Hybrid (CSH), which is essentially the automaker's hybrid range of vehicles, of which South Africa will also get its fair share.

1 mins

Unveiling of eighth generation ES at Shanghai Auto Show and it's coming to SA

LEXUS has lifted the covers off the all-new eighth-generation Lexus ES at the Shanghai Auto Show, including a fully electric version.

1 mins

Say cheese: Barcelona creates a photo zone to manage tourist traffic at iconic landmark

BARCELONA is rethinking how it welcomes its millions of visitors, starting with the city’s most iconic landmark, the Sagrada Família. With up to 16,000 people visiting the basilica each day.

2 mins

How Al is transforming business travel for the modern professional

IN TODAY'S fast-paced corporate landscape, the demands of business travel continue to evolve, challenging travellers to navigate logistics, schedules and changing policies while on the go.

2 mins

Unleash your inner adventurer: Mzansi's ultimate winter guide

WINTER is often seen as a time for hibernation, where people retreat indoors with warm blankets and steaming cups of hot cocoa.

4 mins

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Saturday Star Description:

Publisher: Independent-Media-Newspapers

Category: Newspaper

Language: English

Frequency: Weekly

The Saturday Star is an indispensable weekend read. It includes hard news from across the country, the best weekend sports coverage, great features, travel, and entertainment news. The paper is a perfect read for a time-pressed, spoilt-for-choice weekend reader. The Saturday Star remains the best-selling Saturday paper in the country. The ﬁrst section comprises local news, international news, local and international celebrity gossip. The second section starts with Canvas Life. Opinion and analysis, business, property, media and marketing and letters make up the balance of the second section, with great sport coverage on the back pages. For those concerned about money the best advice for your ﬁnancial future can be found in Personal Finance. There are also a number of supplements in the Saturday Star: Travel, 48 Hours, Property Guide and School Sport.