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Confident Jafta, Proteas Women eager to close out Pakistan series
PROTEAS Women’s wicket-keeper Sinalo Jafta is filled with confidence ahead of the second ODI against Pakistan at Centurion today (starts lpm).
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February 25, 2026
The Star
Adventure, nostalgia and drama: must-see theatre shows
FOR parents seeking alternatives to screen time, the highly anticipated return of The Jungle Book to the stage offers a perfect solution.
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February 25, 2026
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Lesufi warns of nighttime water cuts; concerns raised
RESIDENTS REMAIN WARY
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February 25, 2026
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Mayaba pours heart, scripture into ‘Let Me Tell You Something’
“THANK you for walking this journey with me.
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February 25, 2026
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Forget the doubters ... Rabada has resilience to catch fire at T20 World Cup
SEVEN months ago Kagiso Rabada was on top of the world, having just played a massive role in the Proteas’ victory over Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord's.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
Legal proceedings pause R60bn class action lawsuit against SA’s major banks
WHILE scores of dispossessed homeowners packed the courtroom at the Johannesburg High Court yesterday in anticipation of the long-awaited R60 billion class action against the country’s major banks, the case never got off the ground as drama unfolded on whether their lawyer in fact had a licence to practice.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
11 more men to return from Ukraine war
ANOTHER 11 South African men are set to return home from Russia after seeking assistance from government, as investigations continue into their recruitment into the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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February 25, 2026
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Lloyiso officially confirms debut album arrival
AFTER what feels like years of us streaming, replaying and dramatically staring out of windows to his vocals, Lloyiso has officially announced his debut album.
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February 25, 2026
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France to revoke US envoy’s government access
FRANCE moved this week to block US envoy Charles Kushner from having access to government ministers, after he failed to show up to explain comments about a killed far-right activist.
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February 25, 2026
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US accuses China of nuclear surge
THE US this week accused China of dramatically swelling its nuclear arsenal, and doubled down on claims that Beijing had conducted secret nuclear tests, demanding again it be part of any future arms control treaty.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
January paychecks see small boost, PayInc Net Salary Index shows
THE Paylnc Net Salary Index for January released on Tuesday, which tracks the nominal net salaries of an estimated 2.1 million salary earners in South Africa, indicated a marginal increase in January 2026.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
Navigating trust issues in South Africa's energy reforms post-state capture
SOUTH Africa's energy debate is increasingly shaped by a tension that sits beneath every technical or commercial discussion.
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February 25, 2026
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The troubling question of impalas and police's credibility
CORRUPTION is not always revealed by sensational leaks or detailed forensic audits.
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February 25, 2026
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Mogotsi's claims: Are Mkhwanazi's suspects being killed before trial?
NORTH
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February 25, 2026
The Star
Exiles to return after mass amnesty
INTERIM President Delcy Rodriguez promised this week that Venezuelans in exile would be welcomed back with open arms following a new amnesty law passed after the US ouster of Nicolas Maduro, as authorities continued to slowly release prisoners.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
Ramaite’s testimony: How former minister Mabandla obstructed TRC case prosecutions
DURING the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Cases Inquiry, former Acting National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP), Dr Silas Ramaite, testified that former leaders, including former minister of Justice Brigitte Mabandla, were responsible for interference.
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February 25, 2026
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Nadia Davids explores power and the unseen in exhilarating new novel 'Cape Fever'
GOTHIC SUSPENSE
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February 25, 2026
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FRANK STEWART BRIDGE
PROCRASTINATION PAYS
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February 25, 2026
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What waste tyre management teaches us about effective economic policy
AS PARLIAMENT opens and _ the national budget is presented, public debate inevitably focuses on the headline issues: large infrastructure programmes, rail and port performance, market access, and other macroeconomic levers.
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February 25, 2026
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Shaping a human-centric future for artificial intelligence
AT A defining moment in human history, the world gathered at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
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February 25, 2026
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US forces to complete withdrawal from Syria within a month
THE US forces that led the coalition against the Islamic State group will complete their withdrawal from Syria within a month, three sources said this week, as troops began leaving a major base.
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February 25, 2026
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Phiri happy to be back home, eyes Nedbank Cup glory
LEBOGANG Phiri is grateful for the lessons he learned during his stint abroad, which is why he wants to give back to his mentor, Eric Tinkler, and his club, Sekhukhune United.
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February 25, 2026
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Why 2026 is crucial for South Africa's offshore oil and gas industry
DEBATE has been ongoing for years on South Africa's offshore oil and gas potential.
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February 25, 2026
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Call for arrests in passport, visa fraud case
Investigation confirms that criminal syndicates have captured the department from within - EFF
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February 25, 2026
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The urgent need for a Just Transition to capacitate South Africa's automotive industry
SOUTH Africa's automotive sector remains a critical anchor of employment, exports and industrial capability, yet it is under growing pressure from both domestic structural constraints and rapid global technological change.
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February 25, 2026
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Extreme measures in quest for funeral insurance payouts
IN GENERAL, many people venerate the deceased, a belief that is founded on love and respect for the departed.
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February 25, 2026
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SANDF soldiers successfully recover R1.5 million stolen Toyota Land Cruiser from river
THE South African National Defence Force (SANDF) says its members deployed in Limpopo under Joint Tactical Headquarters Limpopo remain “extremely vigilant” as they continue border safeguarding operations.
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February 25, 2026
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Troops to quell Mexico fury
MEXICO has deployed 10 000 troops to quell clashes sparked by the killing of the country’s most-wanted drug lord that claimed dozens of lives, officials said this week.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
Wellalage confident Sri Lanka can rescue T20 World Cup campaign
CO-HOSTS Sri Lanka can win both their remaining Super Eight matches to rescue their faltering T20 World Cup campaign, starting with New Zealand, spinner Dunith Wellalage said yesterday.
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February 25, 2026
The Star
CV mistakes with the potential to sabotage
IN today’s super competitive employment market, an initial review of a job application can be a fast and final evaluation of an applicant’s potential.
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