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A bold new look and radical cabin
THE BMW i3, as you once knew it, is dead.
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March 27, 2026
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What the Middle East war means for your pocket
WHEN conflict happens in regions linked to global energy supply, oil prices often rise because of uncertainty around supply, according to Zandile Makhoba, economist and lead research and insights at Liberty.
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March 27, 2026
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Energy independence for South Africa: why Sasol could be the missing link
THE world is once again being reminded, brutally, that energy security is national security.
4 min |
March 27, 2026
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Claimants in R60 billion class action against banks get new lawyer
THE Gauteng High Court, Johannesburg, has granted a lifeline to homeowners pursuing a class action lawsuit against major banks, despite recent legal setbacks involving the longtime lawyer they trusted to secure justice.
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March 27, 2026
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DA mayors unite against Eskom’s electricity tariff hikes
ESKOM TARIFFS
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March 27, 2026
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Fuel the boat, it's payday: Screaming reels along the KZN coast
THE wind’s backed off, the rain’s cleared out and we're staring down blue skies, open horizons and screaming reels.
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March 27, 2026
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SA faces 'three futures' as economists warn reform urgency will determine growth path
SOUTH Africa’s economic future hangs in the balance, with growth, jobs and fiscal stability dependent on how decisively the country implements reforms over the next few years, according to new scenario modelling by the Bureau for Economic Research (BER).
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March 27, 2026
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Prasa weighs legal action against Auditor-General, explores diesel train expansion
THE Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) is considering legal action against the Auditor-General (AG) following a dispute over audit findings linked to its Global System for Mobile Communications Railway (GSM-R) signalling contracts.
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March 27, 2026
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Reserve Bank holds rates steady as Middle East clouds inflation outlook
Central bank opts for caution, and makes unanimous decision to hold the repo rate at 6.75%
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March 27, 2026
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Drakensberg Boys Choir pays heartfelt tribute to founder John Tungay
WHAT better way to pay tribute to your founder than with music?
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March 27, 2026
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Navigating family relationships across continents
“OUR extended family is all over the world — I have a sister in the UK (who refuses to visit South Africa) and another who lives in Germany (she comes to KwaZulu-Natal often).
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March 27, 2026
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Despair as Eskom evicts illegal land occupants in Thornville
ESKOM yesterday executed its court-ordered eviction to demolish hundreds of homes illegally built on its land in Thornville outside Pietermaritzburg.
3 min |
March 27, 2026
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PANAMA CLASH A CHANCE TO TEST BAFANA TACTICS
AS THE countdown to the 2026 Fifa World Cup begins, Bafana Bafana will host Panama for two international friendlies in Durban and Cape Town, starting Friday.
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March 27, 2026
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Govt says reopening of SA refineries is no quick fix amid fuel price pressures
THE government has signalled that reopening the country’s closed oil refineries is not a viable short-term solution to rising fuel prices and supply concerns, despite growing public debate over energy security.
3 min |
March 27, 2026
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Christiansen explains why Panama chose Bafana Bafana test
PANAMA head coach Thomas Christiansen has shed light on the motivation behind his team’s decision to face Bafana Bafana in the lead-up to their two international friendlies.
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March 27, 2026
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Mulling exile, Hungarian magazine ties fate to election
WEEKS before Hungary votes, journalists at dissenting conservative weekly Magyar Hang are sketching out their post-election issue — prepared to relocate abroad if nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban is reelected.
2 min |
March 27, 2026
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Mbokazi's MLS move move opens doors for SA talent, says Makhanya
PHILADELPHIA Union defender Olwethu Makhanya believes Mbekezeli Mbokazi’s recent move to Major League Soccer (MLS) could play a significant role in elevating the profile of South African players competing in the league.
2 min |
March 27, 2026
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Iran war speeds tie-up between tech start-ups and US military
THE Mideast war has highlighted the newfound alliance between the tech sector and the US military after decades of strained relations, displaying a synergy that investors see as a potential gold mine.
3 min |
March 27, 2026
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Oldest dog DNA suggests 16 000 years of human companionship
THE discovery of the oldest-ever dog DNA suggests they have been our best friends for nearly 16 000 years — 5 000 years earlier than had previously been thought, new research said Wednesday.
2 min |
March 27, 2026
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New Across C-SUV for under R500k
IF THERE was an award for consistently hitting the right notes in a tough environment, Suzuki would be on the podium every time.
4 min |
March 27, 2026
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Property sector welcomes rate pause but warns of inflation risks ahead
SOUTH Africa’s property sector has largely welcomed the decision by the South African Reserve Bank's (Sarb) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to keep interest rates unchanged, describing the move as expected amid ongoing global uncertainty, particularly tensions in the Middle East.
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March 27, 2026
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Middle East tensions cast shadow over SA agriculture and food prices
SOUTH Africa's agricultural sector is entering a period of heightened uncertainty, with rising fuel and fertiliser costs—driven by ongoing tensions in the Middle East—emerging as key risks to food price stability in 2026.
3 min |
March 27, 2026
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HONDURAS OUSTS ATTORNEY GENERAL AFTER PROBE
HONDURAS’s attorney general was removed from office on Wednesday over accusations he favoured the former left-wing government, two months after conservative President Nasry Asfura was sworn in after winning elections marred by allegations of fraud.
1 min |
March 27, 2026
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Farming families face complex estate planning challenges involving land, equipment, water rights, succession and taxes
THE agricultural sector presents estate planning challenges that demand specialist attention, says Frikkie van Loggerenberg, CEO of IFSA Asset Managers.
2 min |
March 27, 2026
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Cabinet forms committee to tackle rising fuel costs amid Middle East conflict
FINANCE Minister Enoch Godongwana yesterday revealed that Cabinet has established a committee tasked with evaluating the ramifications of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly regarding rising fuel costs.
2 min |
March 27, 2026
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Diplomat Nicholas ‘Fink’ Haysom redefined peacekeeping narratives
I WRITE this with a heavy heart, but also with deep gratitude for a life that gave so much to the cause of peace, justice, and human dignity.
4 min |
March 27, 2026
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KwaZulu-Natal's property evolution: A new era of growth on the horizon
\"IN five years' time, KwaZulu-Natal will be unrecognisable.
4 min |
March 27, 2026
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City of uMhlathuze residents face ongoing power outages
RESIDENTS of the City of uMhlathuze continue to face repeated power outages as municipal leaders warn of escalating vandalism of electricity infrastructure, while political leaders within the municipality have raised concerns about possible coordinated sabotage.
2 min |
March 27, 2026
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To see Gerald come here and be one of the leaders was super special, says Maharaj
PROTEAS stand-in T20 captain Keshav Maharaj has praised on fast bowler Gerald Coetzee for seizing the role of spearhead on the attack on the New Zealand tour.
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March 27, 2026
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No margin for error: How the Bulls can halt Munster in Pretoria to solidify URC Top 8 spot
IT’S another make-or-break United Rugby Championship (URC) clash for the Bulls tomorrow at Loftus Versfeld as they take on Munster.
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