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City of Joburg to exempt key customers from loadshedding

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 18:52

The City of Joburg says it will be excluding key customers, essential services and some businesses from loadshedding, DETAILS: ​The City of Joburg says it will be excluding key customers, essential services and some businesses from loadshedding in an effort to protect livelihoods, attract investments and increase the economy within the City, where network configurations allow. […]

Corruption in South Africa: former CEO’s explosive book exposes how state power utility was destroyed

Here’s who is being considered for Eskom CEO

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 18:40

Several controversial figures were reportedly interviewed for the Eskom CEO post earlier this month, replacing Andre De Ruyter. As Eskom continues battling to keep the lights on, the power utility is, at the same time, on the hunt for a new Group CEO. Eskom announced Calib Cassim as its Interim Group Chief Executive Officer after […]

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Earth’s wildlife is closer to mass extinction than we think

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 18:32

A recent study has revealed that we are closer to a mass extinction of Earth’s wildlife than we think. Human destruction of global wildlife is occurring at an alarming rate. This is according to a new study published in the journal Biological Reviews last week. ALSO READ: Africa’s biodiversity: We can’t protect what we don’t know THE […]

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Kruger Park: Game ranger posts video of lions from his ‘office’

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 18:25

A Kruger National Park game ranger has posted a video clip of a male and female lion walking down a road. REMEMBER THIS? | Skukuza Golf Club makes headlines as lions take down giraffe PICTURE | Caracal hit by vehicle on Suikerbossie near Llandudno, survives Posting under the Twitter name ‘The Real KING OF THE JUNGLE’ with the handle @EdwardthembaSA, the ranger captioned […]

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Animal welfare organisations can apply for funding from Lottery again

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 18:11

Article originally published on GroundUp By Liezl Human The National Lotteries Commission has reintroduced animal welfare funding in its call for applications for 2023/24 after it withdrew funding for 2022/23. Animal welfare organisations are celebrating the reintroduction of lotteries funding and many have decided to apply. Animal welfare organisations said that the NLC did not understand the important […]

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China’s investments in Africa: Study shows mutual benefits

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 17:52

China is an important economic player in Africa. In 2021 alone, China accounted for nearly US$5 billion in foreign direct investment in African countries. The rapidly increasing Chinese presence across Africa has become a contentious issue both for Beijing and African governments. In particular, mega projects funded by China have resulted in public controversies about […]

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HUGE pay days for SA quartet at LIV Golf event at Trump National

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 17:49

American Harold Varner III edged South Africa’s Branden Grace by a single shot to win the LIV Golf Invitational – DC tournament and claim the $4 million top prize on Sunday. ALSO READ: Only a couple of South Africans to play US Open Varner, who ended 12-under for the three-round week, made birdie on his final hole, the par-5 18th, at the […]

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Ramaphosa states SA has ‘high quality’ water, which contradicts government’s reports

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 17:29

According to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the water quality in South Africa is of a high standard and “compares well with the best in the world”, referring to the government’s Water Research Commission. ALSO READ: South Africa will soon ban the sale of SOME energy-storing light bulbs RAMAPHOSA CONTRADICTS GOVERNMENT’S WATER RESEARCH REPORT However, the same research […]

R800m to equip youth with digital skills

LIST: The most in-demand job skills in South Africa right now

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 16:54

As the unemployment rate continues to rise in South Africa, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here are some in demand job skills. According to jobs portal CareerJunction’s employment insights report, here are the job skills that are most in demand in South Africa right now. ALSO READ: South Africa will soon ban the […]

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Cape Town dam levels: Latest numbers after heavy rainfall

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 16:54

As the Western Cape heads into winter, the official dam level stats in the province have started to rise in recent weeks. However, the six major dams in the province – the Berg River, Steenbras Lower, Steenberg Upper, Theewaterskloof, Voëlvlei and Wemmershoek – are cumulatively down on a similar period last year. The good news is that […]

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Nelson Mandela’s nine most powerful quotes through time

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 16:44

Nelson Mandela’s words continue to inspire and guide us, reminding us of the power of unity, forgiveness, and the pursuit of justice. If you happened to be putting together a short list of leaders who have had the greatest impact on the world, then Nelson Mandela would surely be at or near the top. As […]

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These South African stars are making it big internationally

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 16:30

South Africa is one of the leading countries in Africa to produce actors and actresses who become stars who shine in Hollywood. Lately Mzansi is also slowly but surely also adding musicians to the list of international stars who are making it in the United States. ALSO READ: Tina Turner’s other love: Cars Here are […]

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Sensitive skin: practical tips to make skincare a breeze

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 16:36

Sensitive skin shouldn’t get you down. Here are a few practical tips to help you take care of your skin during winter. Struggling with sensitive skin? Don’t let the cooler winter temperature get you down. Check out these tips. ALSO READ: Moisture boost: Don’t let winter be the reason for your bad hair day TAKING CARE […]

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Sundowns: Mokwena wants to continue work, no break

By Mimi Mfundisi 29-05-23 16:08

Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Rhulani Mokwena is not willing to let his players go on a break. If he had it his way, Rhulani Mokwena would keep his Mamelodi Sundowns squad from going on holiday. ALSO READ: Let’s be real – Pitso Mosimane is leaving Ahli ALSO READ: Pitso Mosimane to coach Nigeria? MAMELODI SUNDOWNS COACH RHULANI […]

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Bester co-accused: Four of the five bail applicants to stay in prison

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 16:05

On Monday, 29 May, five suspects accused of helping Thabo Bester escape prison appeared in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court to hear the verdict in their bail applications. READ: Former Springbok hooker stabbed, his father shot during farm robbery SUSPECT NASTASSJA JANSEN GRANTED BAIL DUE TO ‘POROUS’ CASE AGAINST HER Magistrate Khabisi granted one of the suspects, […]

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Adenomyosis: What to know about this women’s health condition

By Hennely Nel 29-05-23 15:53

BBC presenter Naga Munchetty recently revealed that she suffers from adenomyosis, a chronic condition that affects the uterus. She spoke of how her pain can leave her unable to move and how a recent flare-up was so intense her husband had to call an ambulance. Yet many people have never heard of this condition, despite it […]

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Tina Turner’s other love: Cars

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 15:36

The late Tina Turner was not just a music legend who loved to sing and perform. She was also an avid motor enthusiast. The Queen of Rock ’n Roll, who died on 24 May at the age of 83, loved the freedom that cars provided her. CARS: AN ESCAPISM The international star, who was increasingly […]

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Michael Jordan’s new ride is totally mental – PICTURES

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 15:44

There’s no other explanation for it, Michael Jordan’s new ride can do 480km/h plus and is totally mental. As a Nascar team owner, and bonafide car fanatic, Michael Jordan is no stranger to fast cars. However, Air Jordan’s new ride dials speed, expense and exclusivity all the way up to eleven. AIR JORDAN’S NEW RIDE: […]

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Epic bakkie drag race goes down to the wire – WATCH

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 15:13

Seven double cabs go head-to-head in an epic bakkie drag race. The result will blow you away! Our motoring friends at Cars.co.za have done what they do best and put together another epic bakkie drag race for us to enjoy. This one features a number of brand new, and fan-favourite double-cab bakkies on offer in […]

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Africa: Where ageing gas guzzlers go to die

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 15:03

As the world switches to electric, Africa is becoming the dumping ground for ageing gas guzzlers. And that’s a huge problem … It’s a reality you’d be hard pressed to refute, but a new report from CNN sheds light on a worrying phenomenon for the African continent. As the West switches to electric mobility, Africa is […]

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E-tolls: Are you lawfully entitled to a refund?

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 14:55

Eight months after it was scrapped, some motorists are still being billed for E-tolls, while experts say you are lawfully due a refund. Back in October 2022, it was announced that the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project would no longer pursue the controversial E-tolls collection system to finance the Sanral freeway upgrades. The scheme officially shut […]

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Killer Whales hunt dolphins in Cape Town – VIDEO, PICTURES

By Garrin Lambley 29-05-23 14:44

Check out this incredible sighting of Killer Whales hunting a pod of dolphins in Cape Town this past weekend. This past weekend, some incredible images and videos were shared by the @SeafariApp on Twitter, showing eight Killer Whales on the move in False Bay near Simon’s Town. The incredible footage shows the Killer Whales on […]

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