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Planning late, paying later
SOUTH Africans understand the importance of planning for retirement early, yet many are leaving critical financial decisions until the final years of their working lives.
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June 27, 2026
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Becoming a dad rewires the brain
WHEN our daughter was born this year, our lives changed forever.
4 min |
June 27, 2026
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Rise of agile C-suite leaders
RAPID market change, technological disruption and economic pressures are causing South African companies to no longer be content with incremental improvements to their core operations.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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HALF A CENTURY ON: The dream of freedom meets the reality of joblessness
FIFTY years after the 1976 Soweto uprising, the question of what has changed for South Africa’s youth remains both symbolic and sharply relevant.
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June 27, 2026
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BAFANA BAFANA: A nation dares to dream
THE exciting prospect of Bafana Bafana reaching even greater heights at the 2026 Fifa World Cup has completely captured the imagination of South Africans.
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June 27, 2026
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FROM ZERO TO HERO: Bafana's Sithole completes ultimate Fifa World Cup redemption
REDEMPTIONS in football are rarely this swift, or this sweet. For Sphephelo Sithole, the journey from national villain to midfield general took two weeks, culminating in a colossal performance during Bafana Bafana’s historic 1-0 victory over South Korea.
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June 27, 2026
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Gen Z employees reject burnout culture — research
EMPLOYERS are firing Gen Z employees within months of hiring them. According to a survey undertaken by Intelligent.com, the reason comes down to initiative - 50% of the 966 companies surveyed said Gen Z workers lacked motivation.
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June 27, 2026
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Four years after Enyobeni: SA confronts the enduring challenge of youth drinking
YESTERDAY marked four years since the Enyobeni Tavern tragedy that claimed the lives of 21 teenagers in East London, a day that remains one of the darkest chapters in South Africa's recent history.
3 min |
June 27, 2026
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How toxic leadership is impacting SA's workforce
THERE is a growing body of evidence highlighting a concerning trend: an elevated prevalence of narcissistic and psychopathic traits among top corporate leaders in South Africa.
3 min |
June 27, 2026
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How Broos' last dance is fuelling Bafana's Fifa World Cup dream
IN international football, structure wins matches — but emotion fuels legacies. And for Bafana Bafana, emotion is now driving everything.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Hunt for survivors of deadly quakes
RESCUERS used heavy machinery and their bare hands yesterday in a race to save survivors of twin earthquakes in Venezuela that killed at least 235 people, hurt thousands and flattened scores of buildings.
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June 27, 2026
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SA Elite Cape Town shines at tournament
BARELY four months after being established, SA Elite Cape Town's boys team announced itself as a rising force in local basketball by reaching the semi-finals of the Youth Classic basketball tournament at the German International School Cape Town, in Tamboerskloof, over the weekend.
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June 27, 2026
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All Blacks midweek games will be memorable occasions, says excited Sharks coach JP
THERE has been some conjecture that the All Blacks’ midweek games during the Greatest Rivalry Tour could lack fizz because so many players will be away on Springbok duty, but Sharks coach JP Pietersen thinks the opposite.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Barriers to sports participation for disadvantaged youth in SA
NEW research by the University of the Western Cape (UWC) has found that young people from disadvantaged communities continue to face significant and systemic barriers to participating in and progressing through organised sports, limiting the chances of many talented athletes to reach elite levels.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Kavanagh eyes chance to tighten Grand Prix grip as Xaba sits out Durban race
TAYLA Kavanagh has another chance to stamp her authority on the Spar Grand Prix after an eagerly anticipated rematch with Glenrose Xaba was denied by the weather.
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June 27, 2026
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Police mental health crisis needs urgent attention amid rising suicides
EARLIER this month, a 47-year-old Free State police officer drove to a family gathering in Hennenman in the early hours of a Sunday, searching for his girlfriend. When told she wasn't there, he opened fire, killing three people and injuring two more. The officer then turned his service weapon on himself.
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June 27, 2026
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Sharks grant Fassi Japanese break, JP Pietersen breaks in new recruits as pre-season kicks off
THOMAS “The Tank” du Toit is still en route, but the rest of the Sharks’ new signings have begun pre-season training under coach JP Pietersen, with the first team goal a historic match against the All Blacks on August 11, followed by the United Rugby Championship kick-off against the Ospreys on September 26.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Volkswagen considering more job cuts, plant closures
EUROPE'S largest carmaker, Volkswagen, is considering cutting tens of thousands more jobs worldwide and shuttering up to four plants in Germany, Manager Magazin reported yesterday.
1 min |
June 27, 2026
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Ice Cube and Nia Long return for ‘Are We There Yet?’ grandparent sequel
THE mid-2000s family comedy boom is officially knocking on our doors again.
1 min |
June 27, 2026
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Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw
JAPAN have secured a blockbuster FIFA World Cup round of 32 clash against Brazil after fighting out a tense 1-1 draw with Sweden, a result that comfortably sends both nations through from Group F.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Nku's testimony postponed after developments prompt new statement
BUSINESSMAN and alleged police informer Tumelo Nku’s testimony has been postponed to Monday after fresh developments prompted a temporary adjournment to allow him to submit a supplementary statement.
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June 27, 2026
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Springboks’ next generation is in safe hands under Rassie ahead of Nations Championship
THE inclusion of Junior Springbok stars Jaco Williams, Vusi Moyo and Riley Norton in the Springbok squad is further proof that Rassie Erasmus has found the right balance between fast-tracking young talent and maintaining the world champions’ standards.
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June 27, 2026
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Commercial drone boom raises questions about airspace safety
SOUTH Africa's rapidly expanding commercial drone industry is creating new opportunities across sectors ranging from agriculture and logistics to security and emergency response, but experts warn that safety systems and regulations must keep pace as airspace becomes increasingly crowded.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Calls intensify for maternal support as SA budget window opens
A COALITION of health, child welfare and anti-poverty organisations is urging the government to fund a proposed Maternal Support Grant (MSG), arguing that supporting women during pregnancy could play an important role in South Africa's mission to end childhood stunting.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Woman charged with attempting to defraud RAF of R986 300
AN EASTERN Cape woman has appeared in the in Mthatha Specialised Commercial Crimes Court for allegedly attempting to defraud the Road Accident Fund of nearly R1 million following a tragic accident.
1 min |
June 27, 2026
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Heatwaves set to become more frequent and intense, scientists warn
SCIENTISTS have shown that recurring heatwaves are a clear marker of global warming, and warn they are set to become more frequent, longer and more intense.
2 min |
June 27, 2026
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Study shows drivers miss obvious dangers hidden in plain sight
HOW observant are you on the road?
1 min |
June 27, 2026
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Basha Uhuru Festival 2026 to celebrate Skwatta Kamp, Maria McCloy
JOHANNESBURG’S most anticipated creative explosion, the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival, is officially taking over Constitution Hill today.
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June 27, 2026
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How AI is poised to revolutionise Africa’s manufacturing landscape
ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) is rapidly emerging as one of the most significant forces shaping the future of manufacturing globally, and Africa's manufacturing sector is increasingly recognising its potential to drive productivity, competitiveness, innovation, and economic growth.
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June 27, 2026
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Gospel star Nozipho Phiri set to launch debut album in Johannesburg
SOUTH African gospel vocalist Nozipho Phiri will launch her debut album Essence of Faith in a live setting on July 17 at Goshen City Church in Johannesburg.
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