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5 REASONS THE CYCLE OF GBV CONTINUES (AND HOW TO BREAK IT)
INSTEAD of asking, “Why doesn’t she just leave?” we must confront the real issue - one that many South Africans are finally willing to voice:
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May 04, 2026
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Matthews' stunner drives Downs five points clear
DEFENDING champions Mamelodi Sundowns rediscovered their scoring touch, cruising past Polokwane City 3-0 to entrench their position at the summit of the Betway Premiership table at a sunlit Loftus Versfeld yesterday.
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May 04, 2026
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Jerome Ngwenya returns to advise King Misuzulu on Ingonyama Trust matters
FORMER chairperson of the Ingonyama Trust Board, Jerome Ngwenya, is back in the fold and is among those advising King Misuzulu on matters concerning the Ingonyama Trust Board.
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May 04, 2026
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Amanjot’s absence from T20 WC a big blow for India
India head coach Amol Muzumdar admitted that seam-bowling all-rounder Amanjot Kaur’s absence from the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup is a major setback for the team but expressed confidence in uncapped pacer Nandni Sharma’s emergence in the next few months.
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May 04, 2026
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TS Galaxy coach gutted after Nedbank Cup final loss
A VISIBLY dejected Bernard Parker shared his thoughts after his first game in charge of TS Galaxy following their 2-1 loss in the Nedbank Cup final on Saturday evening.
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May 04, 2026
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Star Major puts up his hand
THE official opening day of Champions Season at Hollywoodbets Greyville on Saturday saw some top class racing and plenty of talking points.
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May 04, 2026
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Governance failures push two KZN municipalities towards administration
TWO municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal are on the verge of being placed under administration due to crippling governance failures that have undermined their ability to deliver services.
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May 04, 2026
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Five must-try nude nail trends for short nails in 2026
LET’S be honest, while those long stiletto nails look really cool on Instagram, real life often requires a bit more practicality.
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May 04, 2026
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Cape Town property prices are hitting record highs as affordability reaches a breaking point
CAPE
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May 04, 2026
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Family says Mazwi Kubheka will need trauma counselling after a 30-day abduction
GAUTENG Police Commissioner General Tommy Mthombeni yesterday revealed that Mazwi Kubheka, a 27-year-old Vosloorus spaza shop owner, endured a month-long ordeal during his abduction including being blindfolded by his captors and moved between unknown locations.
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May 04, 2026
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Heart disease often silent for years, pharmacist warns
EARLY SCREENING
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May 04, 2026
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Last bowl drama at the PNB Singles Finals
THE finalists in the PNB Women’s Open and Veteran Singles approached the green at Berea Bowling Club on Sunday, 26 April, with nerves on edge and anticipation running high as spectators gathered for final action after a day of gripping bowls.
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April 30, 2026
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SAHRC seeks answers on KZN Education's funding crisis
Department unable to pay school norms and standards allocations
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April 30, 2026
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SA imposes anti-dumping duties on imported washing machines to protect local industry
SOUTH Africa has moved to shield its domestic appliance manufacturing sector after authorities found evidence of unfair trade practices involving imported washing machines, prompting the imposition of anti-dumping duties on products from China and Thailand.
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April 30, 2026
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Gold demand surges as investors seek safe haven amidst global volatility
AROUND the world, retail investors flocked to gold prices’ strong upward momentum and safe-haven appeal in the first three months of this year, driving bar and coin demand up 42%, while demand from China surged the highest by 67% to a new record.
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April 30, 2026
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Africa House is the one to beat
THE Turffontein Standside meeting on today has nine competitive races and there could be some decent dividends.
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April 30, 2026
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IATA urges African governments to prioritise aviation for long-term economic growth
AFRICAN governments are being urged to treat aviation as a cornerstone of economic development, with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) warning that the sector holds significant untapped potential to drive trade, tourism and regional integration across the continent.
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April 30, 2026
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Sukazi eyes Nedbank Cup glory
TS GALAXY'S historic success in the 2019 Nedbank Cup laid the foundation on which the club is built, which is why chairman Tim Sukazi is eager for another successful night in the competition at New Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday (6pm kickoff).
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April 30, 2026
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Staying married for the sake of the children
“WHAT do you think of the couples who stay married for the children? What are solid and good reasons to leave a marriage?
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April 30, 2026
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Investing in employees - a critical step for business and SME growth
IN HONOUR of the fight for workers' rights, the focus around Workers' Day often falls on elements such as wages and working conditions.
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April 30, 2026
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Call for action to protect SA's cable manufacturing industry
Urgent government enforcement called for to enforce existing industry standards
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April 30, 2026
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SA's Ferreira reveals message to Dubey in thrilling chase
RAJASTHAN Royals (RR) finisher Donovan Ferreira opened up on his on-field conversation with Shubham Dubey, revealing how a simple message of watching the ball properly helped power their match-winning partnership against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the PCA New International Stadium on Tuesday.
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April 30, 2026
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Minister Tolashe to appear in Parliament to respond to SUV, nanny allegations
THE Department of Social Development (DSD) has come out in defence of Minister Sisisi Tolashe amid national media scrutiny over SUVs, which were donated and wound up in her possession, and new allegations that public resources were diverted for private benefit.
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April 30, 2026
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Workers' Day: What AI readiness means for your world of work
WHEN you hear “AI readiness’, what comes to mind?
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April 30, 2026
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Plan for people, not just profits: SMEs must prioritise workforce in expansion
WITH South Africa about to celebrate Workers' Day, a timely reminder has emerged from SME services provider, Lula, highlighting the critical need for small and medium-sized enterprises to shift their focus from solely financial metrics to comprehensively planning for their workforce.
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April 30, 2026
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The Newark Massacre - the filth we sow in South Africa
EVERY so often (more often than not of late), we are galled and enraged by news of despicable and atrocious, coldblooded murders of our fellow citizens.
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April 30, 2026
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eThekwini Municipality stands firm on online invoicing system despite protests
THE implementation of an online invoicing system by the eThekwini Municipality will not be halted, despite strong opposition from users.
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April 30, 2026
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Freedom Day is just a celebration of things we wished we had
APRIL 27 marks Freedom Day in South Africa, as 1994 saw our first free and fair elections take place and our first Black president, Nelson Mandela, elected by the people.
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April 30, 2026
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MTN's strategic shift: Governance and the nation-state program for 2026
MTN is beefing up its governance and has formed a “nation-state program” to address growing volatility in the global telecoms market that has become roiled with factors such as AI disruption, geopolitical fragmentation and regulatory complexity.
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April 30, 2026
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Why Japan has given Libbok a chance to reset his mind
IT’S been a case of out of sight, out of mind as far as Springbok flyhalf Manie Libbok playing rugby in Japan is concerned.
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