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South African REIT sector experiences modest pullback in June
THE South African REIT sector experienced a modest pullback in June, declining by 1%, trailing both equities (+2.4%) and bonds (+2.3%) for the month, following a really strong April.
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July 08, 2025
The Mercury
Eco labels in SA: consumers need more education
SOUTH Africans want to shop more sustainably, according to research published in the journal Sustainable Development. But most can't tell which products are environmentally friendly.
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July 08, 2025
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Investigation reveals racial bias against black healthcare providers in SA
THE Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) has firmly rejected the long-awaited Section 59 report's findings, which revealed glaring alleged racial bias and discrimination by medical health schemes against black health professionals.
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July 08, 2025
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Mulder mauls meek Zimbabwe
WIAAN Mulder broke numerous Test cricket records on Monday with an unbeaten 367 on Day 2 of the second Test between South Africa and Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
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July 08, 2025
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Is generative Al all it's cracked up to be? Not yet and not without humans
IT’S BEEN about two years since generative AI exploded onto the mass market and into the boardroom buzzword lexicon. What began as a curiosity has quickly snowballed into a business necessity. It might sound hyperbolic, but those who are not exploring how AI can support their businesses are already falling behind.
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July 08, 2025
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Othello Syndrome: when jealousy turns into a psychological plot twist
WE'VE all heard the saying, “Jealousy makes you nasty,” but it can make you something far worse than that — you could be suffering from Othello syndrome (OS), a rare medical condition where you suspect your partner is cheating on you when there is no basis for it.
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July 08, 2025
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Municipalities told to use disaster relief grants responsibly
COOPERATIVE Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has warned municipalities to use disaster funds promptly and for their intended purposes and not for paying salaries or funding trips.
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July 08, 2025
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Judge President Mbenenge denies ‘hurtful’ sexual harassment claims
EASTERN Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge said the claims by a judge's secretary that he tried to solicit oral sex from her in chambers never happened, and that the allegations are malicious and hurtful.
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July 08, 2025
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Elon Musk political party 'ridiculous'
US President Donald Trump at the weekend slammed former ally Elon Musk’s launching of a new political party as “ridiculous,” deepening the Republican's feud with the man who was once his biggest backer.
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July 08, 2025
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Gauteng auditor's murder tied to billing scandal probe
THE murder of Mpho Mafole, the group divisional head for corporate and forensic audits at the City of Ekurhuleni municipality, has sent shockwaves through the city.
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July 08, 2025
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Addressing inequality and unemployment for youth and women
INEQUALITY and unemployment especially affecting women and the youth will be among the key issues discussed during the Civil 20 (C20) engagement process ahead of the C20 summit.
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July 08, 2025
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Interest rate cut possibility looms over South Africa as MPC meeting approaches
DEBT experts and economists are gearing up for what could be a pivotal moment at the end of July as South Africa's monetary landscape evolves.
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July 08, 2025
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Kenya cracks down in democracy fight
KENYA marked its fight for democracy yesterday, with police blocking main roads in Nairobi ahead of potential protests, after last month’s demonstrations descended into violent clashes.
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July 08, 2025
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Archer primed for Lord's return as India celebrate triumph
ENGLAND coach Brendon McCullum says Jofra Archer is “ready to go” as the express paceman pushes for a long-awaited Test recall in Thursday’s third match against India at Lord's.
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July 08, 2025
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Rand weakens as Trump extends tariffs on emerging economies
President Trump announces additional tariffs on countries aligning with BRICS
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July 08, 2025
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BASA and major banks appeal court ruling on loan agreements and debt review
THE Banking Association South Africa (BASA) and five major lending banks have filed an application to appeal a recent order by the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria, in a legal battle that could redefine consumer credit relationships.
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July 08, 2025
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The art of living fully in your own head
LEARN the art of living fully in your own head, and only in your own head. Think for yourself.
1 min |
July 08, 2025
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Eskom's Marokane says loadshedding almost behind us
SOUTH Africa's electricity supply received a significant boost on Sunday evening after Eskom announced the successful return to service of Unit 4 at the Medupi Power Station, adding 800MW to the national grid.
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July 08, 2025
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From adoption to adaptation: Making governance frameworks work for Africa
IN A FAST-evolving world where markets, mandates and morals are shifting, organisations are being called to govern differently. The traditional rule-bound model of governance is increasingly insufficient in the face of systemic risks, stakeholder activism and digital disruption.
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July 08, 2025
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Ramaphosa urged to act on SAPS saga
MPs set out how claims must be investigated
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July 08, 2025
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Why we should avoid labelling Middle Eastern regimes as 'Arab'
AN impassioned appeal to media houses and journalists to refrain from alluding to countries in the Middle East as “Arab regimes”.
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July 07, 2025
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Biovac to manufacture life-saving pneumonia vaccine for Africa
IN A CONTINENT too often defined by its dependence on imported solutions, a significant shift is taking place as a result of South Africa's Biovac signing an agreement with India’s Biological E to manufacture a lifesaving pneumonia vaccine for use across Africa.
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July 07, 2025
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Musk says he has created a new US political party
ELON Musk, an ex-ally of US President Donald Trump, said on Saturday that he had launched a new political party in the US to challenge what the tech billionaire described as the country's “one-party system.
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July 07, 2025
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What a character this was!
I WAS shocked last week to learn of the sudden death of my old pub lunch pal, Midlands character Tim Ward.
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July 07, 2025
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PSG's flair takes backseat as they dig deep to reach semis
MUCH has been made of European champions Paris Saint-Germain's attacking flair — their rapid, dangerous wingers and thrilling style — but what carried them through to the Fifa Club World Cup semifinals on Saturday was a dose of resilience.
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July 07, 2025
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Stop the split: a call to action for Mobeni Heights residents
A STORM is brewing in regard to the demarcation of Mobeni Heights and Havenside to fall into the same ward as Lamontville.
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July 07, 2025
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Kannemeyer plots a way to victory
GETTING a thoroughbred racehorse to peak on exactly the right day is a mystery science for the average punter.
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July 07, 2025
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How the RAF and RABS Bills aim to transform lives for millions
IN THE midst of the political noise, an important announcement made by Transport Minister, Barbara Creecy that government will retable the Road Accident Fund (RAF) and the Road Accident Benefits Scheme (RABS) Bills at Parliament, went largely unnoticed.
4 min |
July 07, 2025
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Farewell former deputy president, David Mabuza, fondly referred to as DD
THE former deputy president, David Mabuza, fondly referred to as DD is no more.
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July 07, 2025
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Judge Mlambo tipped as South Africa's next deputy chief justice
THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) resolved to recommend Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo to be the country’s next deputy chief justice after the public interview process over two days last week.
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