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D-Day looms for Zuma, Thales trial
4TH DECEMBER 2025 has been earmarked for the now infamous Arms Deal trial to resume, where French arms manufacturer, Thales, and former South African president, Jacob Zuma, stand accused of several charges, including corruption, bribery, and racketeering. Thint is a SA subsidiary of Thales.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Three reasons why diversity gives small businesses in SA a competitive edge
THERE is a strong case for diversity and inclusion in business and not just among large corporates.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Noboa widens state of emergency over crime
ECUADOR’S President Daniel Noboa, pictured, this week extended the “state of emergency” in seven provinces and the country’s capital Quito for another 30 days due to “serious internal unrest” in the face of spiraling violence, the government said.
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June 12, 2025
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Why corporate giants need to champion SME skills development in South Africa
THOUGH the buzzwords “job creation” and “economic growth” often dominate boardroom discussions, it is the humble Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that truly bring these concepts to life.
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June 12, 2025
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Court upholds sentence for ex president
ARGENTINA'S Supreme Court this week upheld the six-year prison sentence for former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner over irregularities in public works contracts during her time in office.
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June 12, 2025
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South Africa's rental market sees strongest growth as average rental stays above R9100
SOUTH Africa's residential rental market has kicked off 2025 with a remarkable performance, showcasing the best results in several years.
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June 12, 2025
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Parliament rejects SA Post Office's request for classified information
During a session marred by discontent, the committee objected to the classification of information by the BRPs
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June 12, 2025
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Pants down drama in South Korea
THEY have the sporting instinct in South Korea, it seems.
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June 12, 2025
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Burnout: the hidden cost of over-functioning
IN NOT-for-profit circles I quite regularly hear about burnout. It's often framed as some spiritual trophy. It's admired rather than seen for what it is: a failure to recognise and function within one's calling and gifts.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Pan African Resources achieves record gold production while significantly reducing debt
PAN AFRICAN Resources on Wednesday reported record second-half gold production and a sharp reduction in debt for the 2025 financial year, as the miner looks to ramp up output by more than 40% in the coming year.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Avedia Energy marks milestone with first import of liquefied petroleum gas in Western Cape
AVEDIA Energy has made a significant move in the country's energy landscape by receiving its first delivery of imported LPG at their facility in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
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June 12, 2025
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Business sentiment wanes in South Africa as economic uncertainty lingers
SENTIMENT in the business sector in South Africa has remained volatile despite a minor rebound following fears over US trade policy, including former President Trump's threat to impose 30% tariffs.
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June 12, 2025
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KZN Health MEC encourages men to prioritise health
KWAZULU-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane has issued a heartfelt appeal to men across the province to prioritise their health and seek medical assistance when necessary, stressing that doing so is “not a sign of weakness.”
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Bafana's camaraderie leaves Broos with selection headache
THE camaraderie that's brewing at Bafana Bafana with every passing camp pleases coach Hugo Broos who now has a nice selection headache.
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June 12, 2025
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Only the bold can change the world
THE Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) returned to the US for the first time in 15 years, where it was first hosted.
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June 12, 2025
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Decades old customary marriage still valid despite husband leaving his first wife
THE authorities are clear that even desertion or adultery are not blameworthy conduct to render the dissolution of a customary marriage; they merely are a reason for marital breakdown, an acting judge said in finding that the customary marriage entered into by a couple in 1978 was still in force.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
R14 million repair plan for Mobeni Heights Crematorium in Chatsworth
THE Mobeni Heights Crematorium in Chatsworth is set to undergo repairs and a facelift after it was temporarily shut down.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Research reveals alarming pesticide poisoning statistics
PESTICIDES were responsible for the majority of poisoning deaths in children and adults over a two-year period nationally, research has found.
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June 12, 2025
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Fortune steers Moscow Miss to victory
(11.30) - Hollywoodbets KENILWORTH WELCOMES YOU MAIDEN JUVENILE PLATE of R135000 over 1000m
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Is Tinder's height filter limiting love for shorter men?
DATING apps have become the go-to for finding love in today’s digital world, with millions of singles swiping left or right in search of their ideal match.
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June 12, 2025
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Israel deports Greta Thunberg
CAMPAIGNER Greta Thunberg arrived home in Sweden this week, after Israel detained her and other activists aboard a Gaza-bound aid boat and deported some.
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June 12, 2025
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Vietnam in talks with US brands on taxes
VIETNAM has sought to enlist major US garment companies including Gap and Levi Strauss as it tries to head off President Donald Trump's threatened 46% trade tariff.
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June 12, 2025
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Employer groups seek urgent interdict against Employment Equity regulations
THE National Employers’ Association of South Africa (Neasa) and Sakeliga have officially notified the Minister of Employment and Labour, Dr Nomakhosazana Meth, of their intent to seek an urgent interdict against the contentious Employment Equity (EE) regulations.
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June 12, 2025
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Vaping industry calls for smarter nicotine policies as smoking rates surge in South Africa
THE vaping industry has called for smarter nicotine policies as South Africa grapples with alarming increases in combustible tobacco smoking rates.
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June 12, 2025
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England stunned by Senegal to put Tuchel under immediate pressure
England slumped to a 3-1 home friendly defeat by Senegal on Tuesday to ramp up the scrutiny on boss Thomas Tuchel one year out from the World Cup.
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June 12, 2025
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GBV allegations rock KZN Premier's office
Director-General allegedly resigned after altercation with colleague
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June 12, 2025
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BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index rebounds, signalling hope for South Africa
AFTER months of stagnation and uncertainty, South Africa's economic landscape has witnessed a notable shift in the BankservAfrica Economic Transactions Index (BETI).
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Sugar Mountain to stand tall
THE evergreen 6yo Silvano gelding, Sugar Mountain, bounced back to form last month with an excellent win over 1400m and Candice Bass-Robinson’s charge look set to follow up in this afternoon’s R200 000 Winter Mile over 1600m. Stable jockey Aldo Domeyer retains the ride, and victory today will elevate Sugar Mountain to “millionaire” status. He has won 9 races over a career spanning 34 starts and has always been one of the stable’s favourite campaigners.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Kenya struggling years after protests
ROADSIDE vendor and mother-of-five Christine Naswa bemoaned the state of the Kenyan economy as she hawked vegetables by one of Nairobi’s busiest thoroughfares.
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June 12, 2025
The Mercury
Activists 'insulted' after march to Parliament
A GROUP of women who travelled from across the country to present their views on murdered children say they were denied the opportunity to be heard during a meeting of the Portfolio Committee on Police in Cape Town yesterday.
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