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Why ETFs are the key to financial literacy and smart investing
APRIL is Financial Literacy Month, a dedicated time to build essential skills in budgeting, saving, investing, and managing debt.
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April 17, 2026
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Groundbreaking R1.5bn investment in Biovac boosts vaccine production
The “quasi-equity” €75 million investment will also enable an additional $20m senior loan
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April 17, 2026
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IMF flags mounting risks as Africa’s ‘hard-won gains’ come under pressure
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that sub-Saharan Africas recent economic progress is under increasing strain, as global shocks, rising debt, and declining external support threaten to derail growth and development across the region.
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April 17, 2026
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CHIEFS FIND THEIR FORM, BUT IS IT ENOUGH?
YOU have got to love South Africa's relationship with Kaizer Chiefs; it is often said that when the Mighty Amakhosi are in a slump - which has been the official state of affairs in recent seasons - the country’s football following takes a knock.
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April 17, 2026
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Ndamane embracing Champions League challenge
KHULUMANI
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April 17, 2026
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Arteta hails the Gunners' character
Mikel Arteta insisted Arsenal's angst-ridden progress to the Uefa Champions League semifinals proved they have the character to cope with the mounting pressure of their bid to end a six-year trophy drought.
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April 17, 2026
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NFO warns of increasing mule accounts and fraudulent credit applications
WHAT may start out as a seemingly harmless “side hustle” can quickly spiral into serious financial consequences,including frozen bank accounts, fraud listings, and long-term damage to one’s financial standing.
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April 17, 2026
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PSG Financial Services sees strong growth through volatile markets as dividends rise 25%
PSG Financial Services' headline earnings per share increased by a strong 33% in the year to end-February after it benefited from positive markets, improved investment income, and a rise in performance fees.
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April 17, 2026
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EX-MARINE LOSES COURT APPEAL IN CHINA PILOTS CASE
A FORMER US Marines pilot lost an appeal yesterday in an Australian court against his extradition to the US, which has accused him of illegally training Chinese military pilots to land on aircraft carriers.
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April 17, 2026
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MALEMA CLAIMS POLITICAL BIAS IN SENTENCING
Malema calls 5 year sentence political attack as EFF vows to fight 'hidden hand'
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April 17, 2026
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Vaal region set for industrial revival, economic boost with proposed Special Economic Zone
SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE
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April 17, 2026
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SCA exposes failures in justice system for vulnerable teenager
THE systemic failure of the criminal justice system in respect of a highly vulnerable accused person, who was a teenager at the time of his arrest and nearly three-month detention, resulted in the Supreme Court of Appeal ordering that he should receive damages.
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April 17, 2026
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SACP won't punish members campaigning for the ANC
THE SACP’s national leadership says it would not punish any member that campaigns for the ANC in the coming local government elections, despite the SACP itself contesting the same elections.
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April 17, 2026
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Thai farmers pin hopes on microbes
RICE farmers Siriporn and Amnat Taidee used to burn their paddy fields between plantings — a common method of clearing crop residue partly blamed for toxic smog that blankets much of Thailand every spring.
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April 17, 2026
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Heraeus, Sibanye partner to cut glass fibre costs with platinum-palladium innovation
A NEW international partnership between Heraeus Precious Metals and Sibanye-Stillwater is set to reshape the economics of glass fibre manufacturing, with a strong focus on reducing costs while unlocking new demand for palladium.
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April 17, 2026
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A gripping and emotional pursuit for justice
SOUND the alarms for yet another great listen.
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April 17, 2026
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Tongaat Hulett's future hangs in the balance as liquidation case is postponed with IDC funding
THE Durban High Court has postponed the liquidation case against Tongaat Hulett.
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April 17, 2026
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AI demand drives chipmaker TSMC’s net profit to record
TAIWANESE chip maker TSMC said yesterday its net profit surged to a fresh record in the first quarter, fuelled by the global artificial intelligence race despite the war in the Middle East.
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April 17, 2026
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India wants more female lawmakers
India’s government was seeking to expand the size of parliament by two-fifths to increase representation of women lawmakers, but opposition parties have cried foul, saying it would benefit the ruling party.
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April 17, 2026
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Gabon opposition leader arrested
Gabon authorities have arrested main opposition leader and vocal government critic Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, his political party said yesterday.
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April 17, 2026
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Wolvaardt excited for ‘rematch’ with great rivals India
SO much has happened since the halcyon days of the ICC Women’s World Cup final when the Proteas and India met at the Dr. DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai last November.
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April 17, 2026
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Hunt wary of Sekhukhune bringing ‘new energy’ to Athlone Stadium
STELLENBOSCH FC coach Gavin Hunt believes Sekhukhune United’s decision to change their coach this late in the season may be a galvanising factor ahead of the Betway Premiership clash between the two sides at Athlone Stadium tonight (7:30pm).
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April 17, 2026
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South African SMEs face cash flow crisis as unpaid invoices soar
SOUTH Africa's small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are currently grappling with a severe cash flow crisis, compounded by a staggering R12.4 billion in government invoices that remain unpaid after 30 days.
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April 17, 2026
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Jane Hudson explores bipolar disorder and family dynamics in her debut novel
“KALI Kahn is a complex protagonist dealing with bipolar disorder and extreme pressures.
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April 17, 2026
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Cape Town job seekers injured in stadium 'stampede'
THERE was chaos at Athlone Stadium yesterday when some 25 000 job seekers showed up at the City's ‘A Day of 1 000 Opportunities’ event, and a number of people were injured in a reported stampede.
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April 17, 2026
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Lions can do Stormers a big favour by beating Glasgow
THE Stormers enter the United Rugby Championship’s last block of four games before the playoffs, knowing that they have an excellent chance of finishing top of the table.
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April 17, 2026
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How midfield discipline revived Chiefs' season
KAIZER Chiefs’ chances of finishing in the Top 3 have gathered momentum after winning five games in a row this week.
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April 17, 2026
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Standard Bank secures record sustainability-linked loan of over R13bn
STANDARD Bank of South Africa, the largest bank in Africa by assets, has closed a well oversubscribed $800 million (about R13.1 billion) sustainability-linked syndicated loan, the largest sustainability-linked loan by an African borrower in 2023 to date.
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April 17, 2026
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Man loses R350k claim after court finds fracture not caused by dog bite
THE Western Cape High Court has upheld an appeal in a long-running dog bite dispute, ruling that a man’s fractured ankle was not caused by a dog attack and overturning a previous finding of liability against the animal's owner.
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April 17, 2026
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How ride-hailing is transforming income generation in our country
ABOUT 70% of South African gig workers are using ride-hailing as a secondary source of income, underlining its growing importance as a dependable side hustle in a constrained economic environment.
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