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The degree was never meant to be the finish line
THERE is a version of the 1976 Soweto Uprising that has been told so many times it has acquired the smooth, untroubling quality of legend. Young people marched. They were met with violence.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Traxtion secures R1.5bn investment to accelerate rail expansion across Southern Africa
SOUTH African rail operator Traxtion has secured an $86 million (about R1.5 billion) equity capital raise, marking a major vote of confidence in the country’s rail sector and providing the funding needed to complete its ambitious rolling stock investment programme.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Solomons to review security pact with China
NEW Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale said yesterday he would be reviewing a secretive 2022 security pact with Beijing, which rattled Canberra and Washington by opening the door to Chinese forces in the South Pacific.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Israel, Hezbollah trade blows as diplomats meet
ISRAEL and Hezbollah exchanged fire this week while Lebanese and Israeli envoys met in Washington for direct talks, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying the militant group was the only impediment to a peace deal.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Are companies competing their way out of a climate crisis they cannot solve alone?
TRADITIONAL sustainability strategies such as green differentiation, eco-efficiency, cost savings, often deliver incremental progress. Many of the environmental challenges businesses now face cannot be solved at scale by any single firm.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Culprits of longest rape and murder trial finally sentenced
SOUTH Africa's longest-running rape and murder trial has finally ended in justice for the family of 17-year-old Cytheria Rex, with her killers sentenced to 25 years and life imprisonment.
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June 04, 2026
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Cross-border operation secures arrests in Kruger National Park murder of elderly couple
POLICE in Limpopo have confirmed the arrests of two suspects in the murder of a Western Cape couple who were killed in the Kruger National Park last month.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
FRANK STEWART BRIDGE
OUT STEALING
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June 04, 2026
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‘TENDER FOR A PRIVATE FLIGHT’ SCANDAL
R3.35m London trip sparks fresh corruption storm
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Navigating volatility: Ninety One's performance and future strategies
JSE and London-listed Ninety One increased assets under management (AUM) by a sturdy 31% to £171.8 billion by the end of 12 months to March 31, but the global asset manager started its new financial year with lower AUM than it had anticipated.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
SAJBD must try speaking truth to power
Stop pretending to speak only when Netanyahu gives the nod
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Grain SA moves toward legal action over delayed wheat tariff decision
Grain SA has confirmed that it is proceeding with legal and administrative action against the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) after what it describes as prolonged and unacceptable delays in the implementation of a revised wheat tariff designed to protect local producers.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Absa Group's AGM: Non-executive director remuneration resolution fails
ABSA Group’s annual meeting took a surprising turn when a resolution on the remuneration of non-executive directors failed to pass muster with shareholders at the AGM, while all the other resolutions were passed.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO PUT PHALA PHALA SAGA TO BED
THE Phala Phala saga has taken a new turn.
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June 04, 2026
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Gayton McKenzie's war on the arts leaves festivals fighting to survive
A YEAR after sports, arts and culture minister Gayton McKenzie pulled funding from several major arts festivals, many are still struggling to survive.
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June 04, 2026
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Farming industry welcomes Ramaphosa’s commitment to land reform, agricultural growth
THE Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment to release land with title deeds for farmers.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Killer Queen set to rock Cape Town
CAPE Town's winter entertainment calendar is about to get a high-voltage boost as the Luitingh Alexander Musical Theatre Academy (LAMTA) prepares to debut its latest annual dance production, Killer Queen.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Over R200k raised to replace Hawks officer's stolen coffee machine
WHAT started as an effort to replace a stolen coffee machine has become one of the most remarkable public displays of support for a police officer in recent years.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Stellenbosch Municipality suspends GoNow scooters following minors' injuries
THE Stellenbosch Municipality has taken action in response to growing safety concerns surrounding GoNow scooters, announcing a suspension of the company’s operations and imminent shut down.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
If Malcolm is not in the middle, who is next in line at hooker?
THE news out of Japan of an injury to Malcolm Marx hit Springbok supporters like a ton of bricks — not just because he is a brilliant player, but because it is an item of bad news too many.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Indigenous plant shows promise against drug-resistant cancers
A plant long used in traditional medicine is now at the centre of groundbreaking cancer research at North West University, with potential to transform future treatment options.
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June 04, 2026
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Canal+ makes history as the first French company to list on the JSE
Listing fulfils commitment made to list in Joburg as part of acquisition of MultiChoice Group
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
The President approves salary increases for Public Service Commission leaders
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has approved substantial annual salary increases of about R97 000, R94 100, and R72 500 a year for the chairperson, deputy chairperson, and commissioners of the Public Service Commission (PSC).
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Court sentences Ponzi scheme fraudster to 15 years
A 62-YEAR-old Ponzi scheme fraudster will serve 15 years behind bars after being sentenced by the Parow Magistrate's Court on Tuesday.
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June 04, 2026
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Khune reveals the tough-love pact that forged Bafana’s Williams
BEING captain of your club and country while minding the posts is not for the faint of heart.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Stars align for Ferrari in Monaco
THE stars have aligned and it looks like Ferrari have a chance of winning their first race of the season. That is if Kimi Antonelli lets them.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Ramaphosa hits back, calls Phala Phala attacks ‘electoral posturing’
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa has responded to his detractors by what he called “political theatre or electoral posturing” after opposition parties criticised him on Tuesday over the Phala Phala scandal.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Lessons from Bordeaux, Lions could hold key for Stormers in Leinster semi
THE Stormers have been handed the perfect blueprint of what to do — and what not to do — in their semi-final against Leinster from the last two matches involving the defending United Rugby Championship (URC) winners.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Mantengu Mining Challenges JSE's decision amid share price manipulation claims
MANTENGU Mining, publicly censured and fined by the JSE days ago, is considering further legal options, including the possibility of seeking reconsideration before the Financial Services Tribunal or a review by the High Court.
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June 04, 2026
Cape Times
Hollywood honours Marilyn Monroe, 100 years after her birth
HOLLYWOOD is marking the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe’s birth with a week of special events celebrating the enduring legacy of one of cinema’s most iconic stars.
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