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Worrying trend of assaults on teachers
A SURVEY conducted by the Human Sciences Research Council found that 20% of South Africa’s teachers believe that schools are violent places and suspect their students and colleagues are armed.
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June 03, 2025
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KZN man speaks out after being cleared of Olorato Mongale's murder
FEZILE Ngubane, the KwaZulu-Natal man who was arrested for the gruesome murder of Olorato Mongale but was later released, says he has never laid his hand on a woman.
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June 03, 2025
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Momentum Group’s third-quarter performance showcases resilience in challenging times
MOMENTUM Group’s positive financial trajectory at the half-year stage continued into the third quarter, the insurance, investment, and healthcare financial services group said in an operating update on Monday.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Public Works rejects 'untruthful narratives' on prison maintenance
THE Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) has strongly rejected what it calls “misrepresentations and untruthful narratives” presented to the Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services, following widespread criticism over alleged failure to maintain prison infrastructure, including in KwaZulu-Natal.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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Stocks fall amid Trump tariffs
STOCKS mostly sank with the dollar yesterday after US President Donald Trump last week lobbed a fresh trade missile by doubling tariffs on steel and aluminium and accused China of violating last month’s agreement to slash tit-for-tat levies.
3 min |
June 03, 2025
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Man accused of threatening Ramaphosa, Cape mayor in court
THE man who is facing charges of assault and for threatening to kill the President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Mayor of Cape Town Geordin Hill-Lewis made his second court appearance yesterday.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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Philander shares Lord's wisdom as SA prepare for WTC final
AS South Africa prepare for their biggest red-ball challenge in over a decade, one of the country’s most accomplished seamers is playing a key role off the field.
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June 03, 2025
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Kohli's dream faces an imposing formidable Kings' blockade
PUNJAB Kings stand in the way of Virat Kohli’s dream of finally winning the IPL in today’s final at the world’s biggest cricket stadium.
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June 03, 2025
The Mercury
Unintended consequences of US's refugee policy
The US must prepare for applications from KhoeSan and Coloured South Africans
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June 03, 2025
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Western Cape raises objections to NHI Fund draft regulations
THE WESTERN Cape Government has expressed strong objections to the draft National Health Insurance (NHI) regulations.
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June 03, 2025
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Setback for pro-EU government
NATIONALIST opposition candidate Karol Nawrocki narrowly won Poland's presidential election, results showed yesterday, delivering a major blow to the centrist government's efforts to cement Warsaw’s pro-European orientation.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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Global perspective: South Africa creating a buzz in US news
THERE are benefits, I am sure, and costs, no doubt, as a result of South Africa being in the USA news as much as it has been lately.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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Dlamini stresses sharpness, unity as Banyana continue prep for WAFCON
BANYANA Banyana's goalkeeper Andile Dlamini says it is important to start building up for their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title defence now, especially against COSAFA rivals.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Backlog of more than 700 000 driving licence cards despite machine's repair
MOTORISTS who applied for the renewal of their driving licence cards months ago may have to wait even longer to receive their new cards.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Mother accused of selling toddler
THE CASE of a two-year-old boy who went missing and was later found murdered has returned to court, drawing national attention and sparking public outrage.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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PSG: a new era of youth and smart spending
THE revolution in Paris that led Luis Enrique’s team to Uefa Champions League glory for the first time is being echoed across Europe, as even clubs that once embodied the Galácticos-era have abandoned efforts to ‘buy’ the top prize in European football.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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The alarming erosion of honesty in politics
HONEST politicians have become a rare commodity.
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June 03, 2025
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Life imprisonment for student who murdered peer
THE George Regional Court has handed down a life sentence to Luyanda Mahlanza for the brutal murder of Zimkhitha Ntshisela, a 20-year-old student at Nelson Mandela University.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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Altvest Capital reports profit decline but plans for growth in alternative investments
JSE AltX-listed Altvest Capital said attributable profit fell to R47.94 million from R60.66m in the year to February 28, but the company is gearing up for a bigger implementation of its business and investment models in its new financial year.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Court rules MKP's Hlophe cannot serve on Judicial Service Commission
APPOINTMENT OVERTURNED
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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More mergers and acquisitions expected in copper market after Harmony deal
MORE mergers and acquisitions are expected for the global copper market in which South Africa is emerging as a key player amid a projected supply deficit.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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New provincial secretary outlines EFF's revival plan in KwaZulu-Natal
THE NEWLY appointed provincial secretary of the Economic Freedom Fighters says the party is working on strategies to revive its prospects in KwaZulu-Natal ahead of next year’s local government elections.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Nebraas back on active duty
TURFFONTEIN STANDSIDE stages a nine race meeting today and there look to be some fair opportunities for punters.
4 min |
June 03, 2025
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South African homeowners show resilience in property market amid challenges
HOMEOWNER sentiment fell only 2 percentage points to 85% in the first quarter, still the second highest reading for Absa's Homeowners Sentiment Index (HSI) in a decade, which indicates that the momentum of positive sentiment is likely to continue into 2025.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Fuel prices set to go down this week
FUEL taxes are set to increase for the first time in three years, but a stronger rand will shield South African motorists from fuel price hikes in June.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Final report on George building collapse officially handed to minister
PUBLIC Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has confirmed he has received the final report from the Council for the Built Environment (CBE), via its body, the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), on the George building collapse.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
The Mercury
One lovely black eye
MEGA-BUSINESSMAN and Trump confidante Elon Musk has left the White House cabinet to return to his business affairs. But at his last Oval Office meeting, he had a shiner of a black eye.
1 min |
June 03, 2025
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From WeChat’s Nigerian failure to embedded insurance success: lessons in local innovation
WHEN Johannesburg-based South African entrepreneur Prince Nwadeyi was researching his MPhil in Inclusive Innovation at the University of Cape Town, one interview proved transformational.
5 min |
June 03, 2025
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Raubex Group reports strong financial results and positive outlook for 2026
RAUBEX Group’s share price shot up 8.8% on Monday after the infrastructure, development, and construction materials supply group reported a strong balance sheet, a healthy cash balance, and a solid R28.28 billion order book for the year to end-February 28, 2025.
2 min |
June 03, 2025
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Boards in the digital age: Are directors digitally fit?
IN TODAY'S boardrooms, digital transformation is no longer a distant theme reserved for CIOs and consultants. It is a central governance concern; one that demands fluency, not just familiarity. As companies confront the disruptive tides of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity risks and evolving data ecosystems, a sobering question emerges: are boards equipped to govern in the digital age?
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