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Men's mental health and the fight against GBVF in SA
KUNZIMA, bafwethu (It’s difficult, brothers). Being a man in South Africa means carrying silent battles, pressures to provide financially to your family, expectations to remain strong, and we're told to bury even our deepest pains.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Shabalala among Chiefs trio in youthful preliminary Bafana squad
KAIZER Chiefs goalkeeper Bruce Bvuma, attacking midfielders Yusuf Maart and Mduduzi Shabalala have been included in coach Hugo Broos' preliminary 41-man Bafana Bafana squad for two international friendlies in June.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Ancient pollen reveals stories about Earth's history
‘TIME CAPSULES’
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Why dragonflies should be central to biodiversity efforts
EXPERTS have called for dragonflies - which are natural sentinels of freshwater resources, signalling the health of aquatic ecosystems — to be included more widely in biodiversity conservation efforts and policies.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Bust uncovers million-dollar global insect trade
WILDLIFE trafficking is no longer just a threat to Africa’s elephants and rhinos, now even its smallest inhabitants are being targeted for profit.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Richards Bay back coaching trio after securing survival
RICHARDS Bay have moved swiftly to end any speculation around their technical team, confirming that coaches Ronnie Gabriel, along with assistants Papi Zothwane and Siboniso Gumede, will remain in charge beyond the 2024/25 season.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Complex reality of crime in SA
SOUTH Africa continues to grapple with one of the highest crime rates globally, a crisis that transcends racial and socioeconomic boundaries.
1 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Treat infected mosquitos say experts
IN THE fight against malaria, global health workers have long relied on bed nets treated with insecticide to ward off disease-transmitting mosquitos.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
AmaZulu chase top-eight as Pirates back in Durban
AMAZULU will be hoping to seal their place in next season's MTN8 when they welcome Orlando Pirates to Moses Mabhida Stadium this afternoon.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Is a family trust the best choice for your wealth protection?
WHEN it comes to estate planning, few decisions are more complex—or more personal—than whether to establish a family trust.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
University vet team perform life-saving surgery on Houdini
A VETERINARY team from the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Veterinary Science has achieved a remarkable feat, giving four-year-old white rhino bull Houdini a “breath of life” after performing a complex surgical procedure.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Revenge for Simbine against Kerley in Rabat?
AKANI Simbine has enjoyed unprecedented success since, but missing out on a medal in last year’s 100m Olympic final must still hurt.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Top-eight or bust for Chiefs in must-win Polokwane showdown
FOLLOWING a season underscored by frustration and under-achievement, a coveted MTN8 berth hangs precariously in the balance at a time when Kaizer Chiefs play their final Premiership match.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Venice, city where tourists float and locals sink
VENICE, the city of canals, gondolas and timeless romance, attracts an estimated 30 million tourists each year — a staggering number compared to the dwindling local population, now under 50000.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Panellists become punchlines in Zille roast showdown
I CAN'T resist watching high-profile names getting roasted. It’s a therapeutic laugh at the end of a long day.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Woman-to-woman marriage a vanishing tradition in Africa
OLD CUSTOM
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Nigerian women share their stories of sex and disability
SOCIETAL STIGMA
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
SA's municipal workers gain surrogacy leave rights
MUNICIPAL workers in surrogacy arrangements are now entitled to three months’ paid leave, like biological and adoptive mothers, following an agreement reached at the SA Local Government Bargaining Council (SALGBC).
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Choosing the right retirement date for your living annuity
AS A wealth manager, one of the key principles to understand is that while we cannot control everything, like market performance, we can control strategic decisions that impact a client’s financial future.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Six of the best who can decide Champions League final
WITH Mamelodi Sundowns and Egyptian upstarts Pyramids FC boasting an array of talent, the spotlight will be on six stand-out players whose performances could tilt the balance in favour of their teams.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Doping-Enhanced Games set for 2026
FREAK SHOW'
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Don't let the cold bite: whip up these delicious dishes to stay warm
AS A COLD front descends upon several regions of South Africa, residents are warned to brace for plummeting temperatures, damaging winds, and the possibility of snow in mountainous areas.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
The dark side of skin bleaching and tanning for beauty
IN A VISUALLY driven world, where social media platforms dictate beauty standards, many individuals find themselves navigating the complexities of skin aesthetics.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
E-hailing platform introduces flight tracking feature for smoother air travel in SA
IN A MOVE aimed at enhancing the airport travel experience in South Africa, Bolt has launched a new feature known as Flight Tracking for scheduled rides.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
A stylish SUV with hybrid performance
I’VE always maintained that Range Rover makes some of the most desirable and stylish SUVs in the world, and despite having been around for a while now, the Velar is still very much a head-turner.
3 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
The old model of billionaire philanthropy is ending
TO GIVE OR NOT TO GIVE
4 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Miley announces ‘Something Beautiful’: a concept album with star-studded collaborations
MILEY Cyrus has given fans a sneak peek into her upcoming album, Something Beautifil, which is set to drop on May 30. The 13-track album promises to be a soul-stirring ride, featuring collaborations with notable artists like Brittany Howard and Naomi Campbell.
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May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Zenay's return potential game-changer for Bok Women in World Cup year
SPRINGBOK Women performance coach Swys de Bruin has stressed the importance of utilising the intellectual capital of the likes of player-turned-coach Zenay Jordaan as the Rugby World Cup looms ever larger.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Alleged killer of US embassy staff charged with murder
THE suspect accused of gunning down two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum in Washington was charged Thursday with murder, as international tensions over anti-Semitism erupted over the attack.
2 min |
May 24, 2025
Independent on Saturday
Next GTI will be a 'monster'
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
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