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Is job stability declining in South Africa? Insights from the latest survey
MORE South Africans are moving between jobs, unemployment, and economic inactivity than they did five years ago, according to Statistics South Africa, pointing to a labour market that is becoming less settled.
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December 18, 2025
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Lions aim to spoil unbeaten Stormers' homecoming
WHEN a team like the Stormers are on a roll and winning, they can be there for the taking.
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December 18, 2025
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Honouring a fallen hero, Marius van der Merwe
IN A heartfelt tribute to her slain husband, Leanne van der Merwe, the wife of Marius van der Merwe, remembered her husband as a loving, caring father, and family superhero to his children.
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December 18, 2025
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AI development and regulation
\"AI IS a new infrastructure for the development of humanity,\" said Kristina Amor Maclang, Secretary General of the International Digital Economies Association (IDEA) and organiser of Digital Asean projects.
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December 18, 2025
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Another Limpopo man in court for allegedly raping, kidnapping his mother
A 28-year-old Limpopo man was scheduled to appear before the Watervaal Magistrate's Court yesterday after he was arrested for allegedly raping his mother in the Watervaal policing area.
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December 18, 2025
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Who took flight and who faltered in the PSL in 2025
AS 2025 draws to a close, the Premiership table reflects a season of highs, lows, and surprises. From clubs battling relegation to those chasing silverware, the year has delivered drama, standout performances, and lessons for the months ahead.
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December 18, 2025
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Maresca says Blues fans are in a league of their own
ENZO Maresca said he appreciated the backing of Chelsea's fans after they sang his name during Tuesday's 3-1 win at Cardiff in the League Cup quarter-finals.
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December 18, 2025
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How one Good Samaritan's R132 500 gesture has brought festive cheer to 260 families
THE festive season can bring out the best in people as was seen in a generous act of kindness at an Eastern Cape store.
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December 18, 2025
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South Africa enter Afcon with momentum and expectations
BAFANA Bafana appear to have covered most of their bases as they head into the Africa Cup of Nations, which gets underway this Sunday in Morocco, with optimism steadily building around Hugo Broos’ side.
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December 18, 2025
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Horror and chaos as refugees flee battles
CONGOLESE refugees described neighbours being massacred and losing children in the chaos as they fled into Rwanda to escape a surge in fighting despite a peace deal brokered by US President Donald Trump.
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December 18, 2025
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WHO holds major conference on traditional medicine
THE World Health Organization opened a major conference on traditional medicine yesterday, arguing that new technologies, including artificial intelligence, can bring scientific scrutiny to centuries-old healing practices.
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December 18, 2025
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Court mandates SAPS to pay R644m to FDA for software services
A PROTRACTED legal dispute concerning the South African Police Service (SAPS) defaulting on a payment agreement with Forensic Data Analysts (FDA) has concluded with a court order compelling SAPS to pay R644 million.
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December 18, 2025
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Rassie isn’t going anywhere yet, despite Proteas absence
RIGHT from the start of his tenure, Shukri Conrad has made bold decisions in terms of selection.
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December 18, 2025
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SCA rules woman can get refund for faulty Ford Ranger
IN A victory for consumer rights protection, the Supreme Court of Appeal ruled that a woman who had returned the 2012 Ford Ranger she had bought for her sonas the vehicle had the wrong gearbox fitted was within her rights to do so.
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December 18, 2025
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Mother awarded R2.8m after child blinded in school stabbing
THE MEC for Education in the North West Province must pay slightly more than R2.8 million to the mother of a child who was stabbed in the eye by a fellow learner at school.
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December 18, 2025
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Decoding young minds' hidden algorithms
PICTURE the social media ban restricting access for under-16s, not merely as a restriction, but as a global experiment in awakening the youth mindset.
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December 18, 2025
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December 18, 2025
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Higher education programmes must align with MTBPS 2025
THE recent Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) by Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana sets out the country’s focus points to improve the conditions of many South Africans.
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December 18, 2025
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South32 may avert shutdown of Mozal Aluminium smelter
JSE-listed miner fails to secure a new power supply deal with the country's electricity provider
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December 18, 2025
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Too hot for Christmas: Harare mayor's vintage Rolls-Royce overheats en route to lights switch-on
WHAT was meant to be a polished festive showcase for City of Harare's Christmas lights switch-on turned into an unscripted and widely shared moment on social media platforms after Mayor Jacob Mafume's vintage ceremonial car broke down en route to the event.
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December 18, 2025
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Ismail Ayob, a key figure in South Africa’s anti-apartheid Struggle, dies at 83
ISMAIL Ayob, the renowned South African lawyer who played a pivotal role in representing Nelson Mandela and numerous anti-apartheid activists, has died at the age of 83 in Johannesburg.
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December 18, 2025
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Outlook 2026: Take an active approach to valuation risk and seek opportunities to diversify
AS WE HEAD into 2026 there is a lot of concern about equity market valuations.
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December 18, 2025
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Jubilee Metals forecasts doubled copper production for 2026 as transition continues
JUBILEE Metals Group has forecast copper unit production for its full 2026 financial year to be within 4 500 tons to 5 100 tons, depending on the extent of the rainy season, which is more than double the 2 211t produced in the 2025 year.
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December 18, 2025
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The next reform risk: When electricity policy succeeds but the economy does not
SOUTH Africa's electricity reform programme has reached a point that few would have predicted five years ago.
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December 18, 2025
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Remembering the life and legacy of the Shady Lurker
RIP DJ WARRAS
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December 18, 2025
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Fifa unveils ‘supporter entry tier’ tickets amid backlash
FIFA World Cup organisers unveiled a new cut-price ticket category on Tuesday after a backlash by fans overpricing for the 2026 tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico.
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December 18, 2025
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Lions aim to spoil unbeaten Stormers’ homecoming
WHEN a team like the Stormers are on a roll and winning, they can be there for the taking.
2 min |
December 18, 2025
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Shebeshxt denied bail, to spend festive season behind bars
POPULAR Limpopo lekompo musician Lehlogonolo
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December 18, 2025
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Mashatile slapped with R10 000 fine over conduct violations
STERM WARNING
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December 18, 2025
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Parliament condemns NDPP Shamila Batohi’s conduct during Nkabinde Inquiry
THE Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Xola Nqola, has condemned the reported conduct of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Advocate Shamila Batohi, during her testimony at the presidential enquiry into the fitness to hold office of Advocate Andrew Chauke.
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