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Almost 16 000 arrested, 2 773 convicted for crimes against children
THE South African Police Service (SAPS) says 15 888 suspects were arrested and 2 773 convicted for crimes against children over the past year as law enforcement intensifies efforts to combat abuse, exploitation and violence against minors nationwide.
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June 09, 2026
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Parole shock for Griekwastad killer
He raped his sister, killed his parents and blamed it on a farm invasion
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June 09, 2026
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Hit the right pitch: essential 2026 World Cup songs for your playlist
THE Fifa World Cup is about more than goals, trophies and last-minute drama.
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June 09, 2026
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Call against xenophobia and for Palestinian rights
IN DURBAN, demonstrators gathered to advocate for Palestinian liberation while denouncing xenophobia, highlighting the interconnectedness of struggles for human rights
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June 09, 2026
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N Korea declares nuclear arsenal 'non-negotiable'
“We will never tolerate any threat or compromise related to our sovereignty and security,” she said.
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June 09, 2026
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The innovation paradox: Stellenbosch, eScooters, and the future of innovation governance
IN THE not-too-distant future, our daily lives will likely involve walking alongside humanoid robots and navigating streets filled with autonomous vehicles.
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June 09, 2026
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Study finds recovered FMD cattle pose lower risk, opening door to cost-savings for industry
A NEW study conducted by researchers from the University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS) and Zoetis has produced findings that could significantly reduce costs for South Africa’s livestock and meat-processing sectors while improving the management of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD).
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June 09, 2026
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A betrayal of those who fought for freedom
DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY VETERANS
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June 09, 2026
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Pay, power and accountability: Why remuneration is a governance test
FEW boardroom decisions reveal institutional values as clearly as remuneration. An organisation may speak persuasively about purpose, fairness, sustainability, ethics and stakeholder trust, but how it rewards leadership often tells a deeper story.
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June 09, 2026
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A centenarian's incredible journey through SA history
At 117 years of age, Gogo Annah Nkosi is not just one of South Africa's oldest citizens but a living testament to resilience and a rich cultural heritage that has endured the trials of time.
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June 09, 2026
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Narrative and belonging: reflections from Katapult Future Fest 2026
TAYO Akinyemi is a keen thinker working the intersection of African tech ecosystems and the capital structures that supposedly serve them.
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June 09, 2026
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Zverev hopes historic major will unlock Slams
ALEXANDER Zverev said he hopes winning his first Grand Slam crown at the French Open will unblock the path to more major titles after years of near-misses and heartbreak on the biggest stage.
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June 09, 2026
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Neasa warns small employers of rising labour costs as metal industry wage battle intensifies
SOUTH Africa's metal and engineering sector is bracing for another fierce battle over wages after the National Employers’ Association of South Africa (Neasa) warned that the extension of the Metals and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council (MEIBC) Main Agreement could dramatically increase labour costs for thousands of small and medium-sized businesses.
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June 09, 2026
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Two held after raid uncovers stolen military weapons
TWO suspects are expected to appear in a Gauteng court soon after they were arrested for the possession of stolen military firearms during a joint security operation over the weekend.
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June 09, 2026
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SA needs a stronger business rescue culture as corporate distress rises
SOUTH Africa needs to fundamentally change how it approaches corporate distress and business failure, according to the Turnaround Management Association Southern Africa (TMA-SA), which is calling for a stronger national business rescue culture as the number of financially distressed companies continues to rise.
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June 09, 2026
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Tragedy strikes in Mpumalanga as two bodies recovered from river
POLICE in Mpumalanga have recovered the bodies of two young people from the Crocodile River near Kamagugu, while a search continues for a possible third victim believed to have been travelling in the same vehicle when it plunged into the water in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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June 09, 2026
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Why the stars are aligning for Kane and Three Lions
TIME to dust off that England jersey with the World Cup just days away from kick-off.
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June 09, 2026
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UK, France, Germany back call for Putin meeting
UKRAINIAN President Volodymyr Zelenskiy received the backing of the leaders of the UK, France and Germany in calling for direct ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, according to a joint statement issued following defence talks in London at the weekend.
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June 09, 2026
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‘Immigration plan offers little help,’ says ActionSA
ACTIONSA president Herman Mashaba has criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa’s latest immigration plan, saying it offers little new action to address what he describes as South Africa's worsening illegal immigration crisis.
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June 09, 2026
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Meta deploys AI and new safety tools to protect World Cup fans and players
AS MILLIONS of football supporters prepare to follow the FIFA World Cup 2026, technology giant Meta announced it is rolling out a range of new safety measures aimed at protecting fans and players from online scams, fraud and abuse.
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June 09, 2026
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Bafana's key attacking options must go big
BAFANA Bafana are eager to make the most of their 2026 Fifa World Cup campaign. To succeed, they must be effective up-front and demonstrate clinical finishing, starting with their opening game against co-hosts Mexico on Thursday.
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June 09, 2026
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Inside ‘Odyssey of a Healer’ 2nd edition
LOOKING for meaning, purpose and a deeper connection to ancestral wisdom?
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June 09, 2026
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Photographer Vino Snap confirmed for 2026 World Cup
FOR years, football fans have celebrated goals, skills and future stars through the lens of one man. Now, that lens is heading to the biggest stage in world football.
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June 09, 2026
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Bolatja Hlogo Consortium takes legal action against PIC over R1.2bn dividend
BHC director Joe Makhari says they are seeking a legal remedy under the Companies Act
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June 09, 2026
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How to win the national fight against scourge of Foot-and-Mouth Disease
AS FOOT-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) continues to spread across SA, infecting thousands of cattle and causing millions of rand in losses, there is at least one point on which both the government and farmers agree: the disease must be brought under control.
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June 09, 2026
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SA anti-migrant protesters march after Ramaphosa warns vigilantes
DOZENS of anti-illegal immigration protesters marched through a township outside Johannesburg on Monday, a day after South African President Cyril Ramaphosa pledged action against groups accused of fuelling xenophobic violence.
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June 09, 2026
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Department targets employers with fines for undocumented workers
THE deputy minister of Employment and Labour, Jomo Sibiya, says the department plans to impose fines of up to R100 000 per undocumented worker on employers found to be hiring illegal migrants.
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June 09, 2026
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E-TOLLS DEBT WIPED OUT
Cabinet approves write-off of billions owed by motorists as COSATU and OUTA welcome the long-awaited end of a 13-year saga
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June 09, 2026
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Major-General Khan’s testimony crucial to SAPS inquiry
THE Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has confirmed that Major-General Feroz Khan will testify on July 1. His testimony is central to investigations regarding allegations against SAPS officers.
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June 09, 2026
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Pashinyan wins Armenia vote
ARMENIAN Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s party has won parliamentary elections, preliminary results showed on Monday, a victory seen as an endorsement of the nation’s pro-Western shift after threats from Moscow and claims of Russian interference.
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