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The Mercury
Steel industry stakeholders demand urgent review of Preferential Price System changes
SOUTH African steel value chain stakeholders have criticised the International Trade Administration Commission’s (Itac) amendments to the Preferential Price System (PPS), in effect as of the beginning of this month, as having ignored evidence-based recommendations, amongst a series of uncorrected errors.
3 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Chiefs’ youngsters spark revival as Shabalala and Vilakazi shine
THE Kaizer Chiefs train is slowly but surely moving. The club has its return on capital investment - the youngsters, particularly Mduduzi Shabalala and Mfundo Vilakazi - to thank.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
CYRIL CAN'T OUTSOURCE MCHUNU DECISION
BY NOW, President Cyril Ramaphosa should be used to making tough decisions.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
We'll make sure we're on it, promises Proteas' Bosch ahead of ‘must-win’ second ODI
CORBIN Bosch claims the Proteas have no option but to approach the remaining two matches of the ODI series as “must-win” if the visitors are to salvage their tour of Pakistan.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Van Rooyen is MK Party's new chief whip
THE Umkhonto Wesizwe Party has announced that Des van Rooyen will be the party’s new chief whip following Colleen Makhubele'’s dismissal.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Finalisation of strategic partner for South African Post Office nears completion
THE finalisation of a strategic private-sector partner for the South African Post Office is imminent, pending the court's review of the Business Rescue Practitioners’ (BRPs) report and the completion of processes to appoint the entity’s board.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Ethical paradoxes in South Africa’s governance: The burden of integrity on a weakened public service
POST-APARTHEID South Africa inherited both a promise and a paradox.
3 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Children benefit from parents who pursue their own interests
I HAVE frequently witnessed parents who lean toward obsessive, indulgent parenting.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Matric exams proceed despite torching of school classrooms
KWAZULU-NATAL MEC for Education Sipho Hlomuka has condemned the burning of several classrooms and offices at Mpolweni Secondary School in the uMgungundlovu District.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Dr Sooliman accuses politicians of ‘serving themselves’
IN a scathing critique of South Africa’s coalition politics, Gift of the Givers (GoTG) founder Dr Imtiaz Sooliman has called out dysfunctional municipalities and political infighting that leaves millions of citizens underserved.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
The JSE rally broadens in October as precious metal miners lose momentum - Anchor Capital
THE JSE continued its strong run into October with the FTSE/JSE Capped SWIX Index up 1.8% month on month (m/m), leaving the local bourse up 33.4% year to date (ytd).
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Van Dijk tells Liverpool to keep calm and follow Arsenal's lead
LIVERPOOL captain Virgil van Dijk said the English champions must build from the back after producing their best performance of the season to beat Real Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
LIV Golf switching to 72-hole format in 2026: official
LIV Golf will abandon its abbreviated 54-hole format in favour of 72-hole tournaments in 2026, officials said on Tuesday.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Is Wolvaardt already the Proteas’ GOAT?
JACQUES Henry Kallis has always laid the biggest claim to GOAT - Greatest of All Time - status in South African cricket. Kallis’ exploits stretch the discussion even further to him arguably being the world’s greatest cricketer ever due to the incredible numbers that he achieved over the course of his illustrious career.
3 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
SA workers lost R133 million in wages due to strikes in 2024
SOUTH African workers lost R133 million in wages due to 114 strike actions in 2024, according to the Department of Employment and Labour.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
SA welcomes 7.6 million visitors up to September
SOUTH Africa's tourism sector continues its strong post-pandemic rebound, with the country recording more than 7.6 million international tourist arrivals between January and September 2025, a significant milestone signalling renewed global confidence in the nation as a top travel destination.
1 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Honouring Dr Mahmoud Youssef Baker: A legacy of rich humanitarian service
DR Mahmoud Youssef Baker, the visionary founder and former CEO of Iqraa Trust, bid a heartfelt farewell to his colleagues and friends at a ceremony held in Durban on Saturday.
3 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Africa's role in global innovation: Insights from Startup20
WE KNOW exactly what you're thinking - not another Startup20 piece. Surely by now, we've said all there is to say, written every reflection, and debated every policy point? But here's the thing: in true African fashion, when something truly matters, we don't just say it once. So yes, think of this as part of our grand tradition of mulling things over until the ancestors themselves nod in agreement, because this one really does matter.
3 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Ex-France lock Willemse challenges Meafou to become ‘the bully’
FORMER France lock Paul Willemse says his successor at international level Emmanuel Meafou can become “the bully” the team needs as Les Bleus prepare to host South Africa in the Autumn Nations Series on Saturday.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Cell C aims for R7.7 billion JSE listing to enhance growth and transparency
Market source indicates that listing could be imminent, subject to market conditions and approval
3 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Shifting risks for SMMEs demand new approach to small business insurance cover
SMMEs - typically the most vulnerable of commercial enterprises - must fortify themselves to both survive and take advantage of an evolving business landscape.
2 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
SA needs young IEC commissioners
Parliament continues to overlook young, capable leaders
4 min |
November 06, 2025
The Mercury
Over 300 000 South Africans register as first-time voters
OVER 300 000 South Africans have registered as first-time voters this year, as the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) ramps up preparations for the 2026 local government elections.
2 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
Property seller loses appeal after concealing land defect
A PRETORIA property owner has lost his appeal against a ruling which ordered the reimbursement of R600 000 to the buyer in a defective land sale. The appeal was dismissed by the Gauteng High Court.
2 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
FlySafair seeks CCMA intervention to resolve cabin crew dispute
FLYSAFAIR will apply to the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) for a Section 150 intervention to expedite the resolution of a labour dispute, after members of the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) were locked out on Monday following failed negotiations.
3 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
COUNTERFEIT GOODS THREATEN KZN'S ECONOMY
Low-priced imports driving up job losses, pose risks to cash-strapped consumers
3 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
Call to switch to new number plates
MEC of Transport and Human Settlements in KwaZulu-Natal, Siboniso Duma, has issued an urgent plea to motorists in the province to ensure they obtain new licence discs and number plates for their vehicles before the end of the month.
1 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
Public outcry over airport gambling adverts prompts calls for regulation
PROMINENT gambling adverts displayed at King Shaka International Airport have drawn public criticism amid growing concern over the promotion of gambling amid what many describe as a national crisis.
2 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
GPU stable and working to improve people's lives
IN RECENT weeks, there has been speculation regarding the stability and cohesion of the KwaZulu-Natal Government of Provincial Unity (GPU), following a series of public statements, media reports and political developments.
1 min |
November 05, 2025
The Mercury
Why Gary Player's BEE criticism rings hollow
SOUTH African golf legend Gary Player's recent and pointed critique of modern South Africa, specifically his condemnation of the Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) Act and his bleak description of the country as a “land of squatter camps”, has sparked justifiable outrage.
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