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Independent on Saturday
Comrades for a good cause
47-minute finish last year, enjoyed running at school and used to participate in the 3000m. His dad and aunt were big Comrades fans.
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June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
The democratic dilemma of ATM and app-based e-voting
ON MAY 22, 2024, at a joint IEC-Unisa engagement hosted at the Unisa-Durban campus, I had the privilege of presenting my research on electronic voting (e-voting) in South Africa.
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June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Why financial regulation is necessary
IT SHOCKED me to learn that the Trump administration in the United States, with the assistance of Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency, had dismembered and severely impeded the function of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
3 min |
June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
A year out from the '95 Rugby world cup, Du Randt was 21
A YEAR out from the 1995 Rugby World Cup, Os du Randt was a 21-year-old diesel mechanic.
3 min |
June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
MEC's action plan for extreme weather at race
WITH a cold front expected to sweep across the province as thousands of runners and spectators make their way home after the 98th edition of the Comrades Marathon, KwaZulu-Natal Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi has announced a comprehensive action plan in preparation for the weather event.
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June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Bulls, Sharks to serve another epic at Loftus
A BULLS v Sharks knockout/playoff clash will always be one for the ages and the United Rugby Championship semi-final between the two at Loftus Versfeld today at 6.15pm, is sure serve another epic storyline.
3 min |
June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Germany ditches visa appeals ... what this means for travel plans
POLICY SHIFT
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June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
7 reasons to experience a South African safari for a roaring winter adventure
AS THE chill of winter envelops Mzansi, it heralds the start of a much-anticipated safari season. From the sun-kissed shores of Cape Town to the sprawling savannas of Limpopo, South Africa offers a spectacular array of safari getaways that promise not just adventure but also a connection with nature like no other.
2 min |
June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Over 400 SAPS cops ready for Comrades
A TOTAL of 437 members of the SAPS are expected to participate in the 98th edition of the Comrades Marathon tomorrow.
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June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
How a French bulldog surfed to movie stardom
ONE sunny morning in 2023, Dale went to a beach in Oahu, Hawaii, to surf 1m-high waves in the Pacific Ocean.
3 min |
June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Importance of understanding your insurance policy
THULANI Cele was, very sadly, a victim of low economic growth and the receiving end of retrenchments.
4 min |
June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Pistorius in Durban triathlon
PAROLE CONDITIONS
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June 07, 2025
Independent on Saturday
How a solo female traveller was inspired by music to explore SA
IN AN era where travel and music intertwine more than ever, the allure of music tourism is captivating a growing number of globetrotters.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Piastri keeps McLaren on top in Spanish GP practice
FORMULA One championship leader Oscar Piastri kept McLaren on top in second Spanish Grand Prix practice yesterday after teammate and title rival Lando Norris set the pace in the opening session.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Shri Mariammen temple celebrates 135 years of faith
EVERY Easter, tens of thousands of devotees from across South Africa gather at the Shri Mariammen Temple in Mount Edgecombe.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Scientist names frogs, reptiles in SA's languages
WHILE many were baking banana bread during the Covid-19 lockdown, South African herpetologist Dr Fortunate Phaka has undertaken a groundbreaking project to ensure that South Africa’s frogs, snakes and lizards could be named in its nine official indigenous languages.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Ukrainian chef fights to save his country’s cuisine
“READY to cook?” Standing behind the island in his studio kitchen, looking at me through the screen, Yevhen Klopotenko is getting ready to teach me how to make Ukrainian dumplings.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Girl's 'Moana' song during a flight delay sparks mixed reactions
DURING a two-hour flight delay, a young girl decided to lift passengers’ spirits by singing How Far I'll Go from Disney’s Moana over the plane’s intercom, and while some found it heartwarming, others were less than thrilled.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
The risks of nominating a family member as executor
THE love of money is the root of all evil. And this is what often happens when a family member has a role to play when it comes to devolving assets for a deceased estate when they have been appointed as executors.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Ethekwini gets nod for R120m building buy in Durban CBD
COUNCILLORS have granted eThekwini Municipality the go-ahead to negotiate with the business rescue practitioners and bondholders of Urban Lime to buy the Durban Chambers and Durban Club Place buildings, at an estimated R120 million.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Nene aiming to bounce back in Nairobi
SA's 400m star Zakithi Nene will be confident of setting the record straight when he lines up for the one-lap event at the Kip Keino Classic at Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi, Kenya today.
2 min |
May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
China establishes global mediation body
CHINA signed a convention yesterday setting up a global mediation body in Hong Kong, which aims to be comparable to organisations such as the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Secret agents enter the battle against smugglers
MARK Davis loves to pretend he is a criminal. During a 30-year career as an FBI undercover agent, he posed as a cocaine smuggler, negotiated million-dollar deals with money launderers and showed up at a criminal rendezvous with $200000 in cash.
7 min |
May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
How to make your travel dreams a reality on a budget
ONE in three travellers aged 60 and above plan to use a portion of their retirement savings to fund holidays in 2025, according to Flight Centre's recent Global PR Survey, which surveyed participants from South Africa, Canada, the US, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Joshlin's father demands answers: where is she?
AS THE three people convicted of kidnapping and trafficking Joshlin Smith begin serving life sentences, the missing six-year-old's father, Jose Emke, has broken his silence, calling for the truth and expressing deep fears for the safety of his surviving daughter.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Maimane wants clarity from Ramaphosa on Starlink's impact
BUILD One South Africa leader Mmusi Maimane wants National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza to instruct President Cyril Ramaphosa to submit a written reply to the question he passed about Starlink and relaxation of black economic empowerment in ICT sector codes.
2 min |
May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Tips for making friends while travelling
TRAVEL has an incredible power to bring people together, offering moments that transcend the mundane routines of our everyday lives.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Teen sailor and mom take on Vasco da Gama yacht race
WHILE most teenagers were tucked in bed this week, 16-year-old Michaela Barrett was battling wind and waves on the open ocean, competing in the prestigious Vasco da Gama Yacht Race.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Sheepdog named Panda claims Palm Dog award
FORGET the Cannes Film Festival’s strict dress code: Guests at the popular Palm Dog Awards last weekend used their time in the spotlight to roll around on stage and bark at the competition.
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May 31, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Swiatek, Sabalenka through as Musetti battles into French Open last 16
IGA Swiatek kept her bid for a fourth consecutive French Open title on track yesterday, advancing to the last 16 at Roland Garros along with top women's seed Aryna Sabalenka and Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen.
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