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Boks brace for 2027 World Cup pool draw in Sydney
TWO years out from the next World Cup, the bookies have the Springboks as hot favourites to defend their title once more, but that will not mean coach Rassie Erasmus will be holding thumbs when the pool draw is made in Sydney today (start 11am).
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December 03, 2025
The Star
Pair arrested for firearms stolen from slain cops
TWO Mozambican nationals have been arrested after police recovered two firearms stolen from officers who were shot dead in Ivory Park, Johannesburg, last week.
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December 03, 2025
The Star
Parents who owe schools slated for costly lifestyle
MEC Chiloane questions prioritising flashy cars and expensive transport
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December 03, 2025
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Gungubele, Phaahla firmly deny conspiracy claims against Ramaphosa
DENIED PLANNING TO OVERTHROW
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December 03, 2025
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Pope Leo calls for unity in Lebanon
IN a Beirut square that was once a physical embodiment of Lebanon's sectarian rifts, Christian and Muslim leaders united around Pope Leo XIV this week as he urged them to work for peace in their divided nation.
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December 03, 2025
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‘No work, no money’: Somali migrants in Yemen long to return home
IN makeshift homes lacking even the most basic necessities surrounded by piles of rubbish and flanked by dirt roads, thousands of Somalis in Yemen live in soul-crushing poverty in Aden’s “Little Mogadishu”.
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December 03, 2025
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London West End portfolio continues to drive positive results for Shaftesbury Capital
SHAFTESBURY Capital has gone through another period of positive performance with its London West End portfolio seeing high occupancy, footfall and sales volumes, chief executive Jan Hawksworth said Tuesday.
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December 03, 2025
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Hosting G20 pumped R1bn into Gauteng's economy – Maile
GAUTENG Finance MEC, Lebogang Maile, has confirmed that the hosting of the recent G20 Summit in the province has generated more than R1 billion for the provincial coffers.
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December 03, 2025
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Over 7 000 SA grade R teachers lack required qualification
THE Department of Basic Education has revealed that 7 294 unqualified Grade R practitioners are currently employed in public schools across all nine provinces in South Africa, and that only 2 121 of them are eligible for qualification upgrades.
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December 03, 2025
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National Senior Certificate is a life-enhancing qualification
TENS of thousands of matriculants, together with thousands of parental homes, schools and teachers, are tensely awaiting the announcement by the Minister of Basic Education of the results of the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination.
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December 03, 2025
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STADIO school of fashion celebrates 30 years with sustainable ‘worn & reborn’ showcase
SUSTAINABILITY took centre stage at the STADIO School of Fashion's Worn & Reborn showcase, where creativity met conscience in a celebration of circular design.
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December 03, 2025
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Traxtion unveils R3.4bn rolling stock investment in landmark boost to SA rail reform
TRAXTION has confirmed it is finalising a R3.4 billion rolling stock investment programme, marking what the company describes as the largest private freight rail investment in South Africa’s history in both value and fleet size.
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December 03, 2025
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From township kitchen to top chef: Zinhle’s culinary journey
WHAT began as ordinary kitchen chores beside her mother, peeling potatoes, chopping onions, tasting broth, has blossomed into a remarkable culinary ascent.
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December 03, 2025
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Peach Payments sees 93% surge in Black Friday sales
IN A RESOUNDING testament to the growing dominance of digital commerce, Peach Payments announced a staggering 93% uplift in sales processed during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday weekend compared to 2024.
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December 03, 2025
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India orders phone manufacturers to preload government app
INDIA has ordered smartphone makers to pre-install a government-run cyber security app that cannot be removed, a move that has raised concerns about users’ privacy.
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December 03, 2025
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A-G flags R2.3bn drain by water tankers as maintenance collapses
Damning audit by Auditor General reveals profound shortcomings across 59 municipalities
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December 03, 2025
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Modiba: Sundowns remain composed despite Pirates’ lead
MAMELODI Sundowns fullback Aubrey Modiba says the champions remain calm despite trailing Orlando Pirates, insisting the title race is far from settled ahead of today’s trip to Siwelele FC at Dr Molemela Stadium (kickoff 7.30pm).
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December 03, 2025
The Star
Brazilian teen killed after climbing into lion enclosure at z00
A BRAZILIAN teenager was mauled to death by a lioness in full view of zoo Visitors after scaling a six-meter wall and safety fencing and shimmying down a tree into the enclosure, authorities said.
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December 03, 2025
The Star
Hitting the ground running will be key, says all-rounder Van Niekerk
PROTEAS Women all-rounder Dane van Niekerk says the upcoming series against Ireland Women will provide the ideal platform for her side to begin preparations for next year’s T20 World Cup, which will be hosted in England.
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December 03, 2025
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Pirates ‘focused, hungry’ to end Carling Knockout Cup drought
THERE is a familiar, almost ritualistic intensity that envelopes a camp preparing for a cup final. For Orlando Pirates, that intensity was unmistakable as head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou and captain Nkosinathi Sibisi addressed the media ahead of Saturday’s Carling Knockout final in Polokwane.
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December 03, 2025
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The winds of change: Why wind power will lead South Africa’s renewable future
IF YOU have driven through the Eastern, Western or Northern Cape recently, you may have seen convoys of trucks transporting massive wind turbine blades. They are difficult to miss; long, narrow and striking against the red Karoo dust.
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December 03, 2025
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South Africa's GDP growth remains sluggish despite signs of recovery
SOUTH Africa’s economy could still grow less than 1% this year despite optimism for a slight upsurge after gross domestic product (GDP) posted its fourth straight gain in the three months to September.
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December 03, 2025
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‘New Rachel’ rocks the WAG circle as Kolisi’s cryptic clapback sparks buzz
RACHEL John is apparently shaking up the Springboks WAG ecosystem, with Mzansi’s former first lady of rugby, Rachel Kolisi, also in the heat of the matter.
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December 03, 2025
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Araxi delivers resilient financial performance in software and payments
ARAXI Limited (previously Capital Appreciation) attracted new clients, secured long term contracts, diversified revenue sources and increased market share in the six months to September 30.The JSE-listed company delivered a resilient performance amid ongoing low business confidence and sluggish economic growth.CEO Bradley Sacks said a \"very healthy underlying performance\" was masked by prior-period restatements, that increased prior-year headline earnings per share (HÉPS) by 29%.
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December 03, 2025
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THEATRE WHAT’S ON 3 unmissable festive season shows
Pinocchio In the theatre world, a pantomime is a must-see year-end wrap. And in Johannesburg, Janice Honeyman is celebrated as a doyen in this space.
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December 03, 2025
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Justice minister to announce major court overhaul
BRITAIN’S Justice Minister was set to unveil “the most sweeping modernisation” of the courts “in a generation’, with media reporting plans to end jury trials except for the most serious crimes yesterday.
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December 03, 2025
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LOVE TRIANGLE ‘Ek, Hy en Jy’ explores love, family and second chances
AS THE festive season rolls in, there's just something about curling up with a good romcom that hits differently. Maybe it’s the warm lights, the holiday chaos, or just the craving for a little romance to balance the festive madness.
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December 03, 2025
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From Johannesburg to Belem: Bravo for reigniting hope for global climate action
AT THE conclusion of the 30th Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) , when I ultimately bid farewell to the City of Belem, I felt a sense of relief and hope. A sense underwritten by the promise of what we had achieved from the negotiations and the conference - an outcome which signalled a commitment to action in the face of escalating climate crisis.
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December 03, 2025
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Mokwena, Dladla and De Sa lead Durban City’s coaching search
DURBAN City FC have moved swiftly to identify a successor after parting ways with head coach Gavin Hunt, with sources revealing that Rulani Mokwena, Simo Dladla and Roger de Sa are all being considered.
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December 03, 2025
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Lions must cash in at home to stay in Challenge Cup hunt
THE Lions are on an uncustomary roll after back-to-back victories in the United Rugby Championship, and forward coach Julian Redelinghuys feels they have the momentum to win Saturday's Challenge Cup clash with Benetton at Ellis Park.
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