Report confirms new-car quality is getting WORSE. But why?

By Mimi Mfundisi 28-06-23 16:48

Original article by Ray Leathern The annual Initial Quality Study from consumer specialists, J.D. Power, shows that new-car quality continues to decrease. ALSO READ: More economical mild-hybrid Hilux in the works Worryingly, this is the third year in a row that owners are reporting more issues with new cars than previously, reports Jalopnik. The J.D. Power study has […]

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Umhlanga beach closure: EThekwini Municipality blames residents

By Aphiwe Ngwenya 28-06-23 16:40

One week into the school holidays, some Durban beaches still remain closed due to contamination in the water from raw sewage. EThekwini Municipality has put the blame on its residents and cautioned against the disposal of objects into the sewer system. DURBAN BEACHES CLOSED AT THE START OF PEAK HOLIDAY SEASON ALSO READ: Durban beaches CLOSED: […]

Former Titans wicketkeeper retires from cricket at 33

By Eliot Mahlase 28-06-23 16:36

Former Multiply Momentum Titans and Imperial Lions wicketkeeper Mangaliso Mosehle has reitred from professional cricket. The 33-year-old Duduza-born big hitter, announced the news on his social media accounts on Wednesday morning. Mosehle was part of the Multiply Titans team that dominated domestic cricket for four seasons between 2012 and 2016. In one of his last […]

Maritzburg retrench staff members following relegation

By Eliot Mahlase 28-06-23 15:14

Pietermaritzburg soccer giants.Maritzburg United have reportedly retrenched their current staff members after getting relegated to the Motsepe Foundation Championship. Following their relegation from the DStv Premiership earlier this month, the Team of Choice has seen the  departures of eight players. MARITZBURG CHAIRMAN SAID THE CLUB HAS TO RETRENCH According to iDiski Times’ Robin-Duke Madlala, United Chairman Farook Kadodia […]

Pirates change minds on goalkeeper?

By Siseko Gwegwe 28-06-23 15:03

Orlando Pirates were fully set to part ways with Siyabonga Mpontshane, but that was last month. ALSO READ: Former Chiefs star earning R2 million per month ALSO READ: Former Chiefs star – ‘I didn’t have a girlfriend for two years’ SIYABONGA MPONTSHANE TO STAY AT ORLANDO PIRATES? Having announced the shock departure of the 23-year-old Kopano Thuntsane, the […]

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Chiefs legend criticise club over Zwane’s uncertainty

By Eliot Mahlase 28-06-23 14:52

Former Kaizer Chiefs striker Shane McGregor has slammed the club for the situation regarding head coach Arthur Zwane. The 49-year-old’s future at the club hangs in the balance following a disastrous campaign last season. It is believed that Chiefs are in talks with former Yanga SC coach Nasreddine Nabi, who is set to replace Zwane. […]

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South African rand gained as Putin might skip BRICS summit

By Mercury 28-06-23 14:32

Reuters: The South African rand gained on Tuesday as analysts speculated the weekend’s aborted mutiny in Russia may mean President Vladimir Putin could skip BRICS summit where South Africa would in theory be obliged to arrest him. SOUTH AFRICAN RAND GAINED The BRICS group of emerging economies, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, […]

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Does diluted Super Rugby Pacific help or hurt the All Blacks?

By James Richardson 28-06-23 14:20

The All Blacks are preparing for their first Rugby World Cup since the demise of Super Rugby as a Rugby Championship-based event. The question is does the new tournament set up, help or hurt the All Blacks on the international stage. DOES THE ABSENCE OF SOUTH AFRICAN FROM SUPER RUGBY HURT THE ALL BLACKS? The […]

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Fuel price update: Petrol decrease, diesel hike coming next week

By Garrin Lambley 28-06-23 13:49

The new July 2023 petrol and diesel prices will take effect from next Wednesday. For now, the latest numbers from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) look better for petrol drivers than diesel car owners. Below, the latest projections as received by The South African website from the CEF, effective Tuesday, 27 June 2023. ALSO READ | South African man stopped at USA airport […]

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Thunderstorm WARNING for flood-hit KZN

By Storm Simpson 28-06-23 13:42

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) issued a Yellow Level 2 warning for thunderstorms in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) on Wednesday, 28 June. Parts of the province were walloped by inclement weather on Tuesday. The warning key indicates that the thunderstorms may result in a high likelihood of minor weather-based impacts. READ: KZN floods: Emergency contact numbers you should […]

Clots, collapsed lungs: Derick Hougaard’s hellish hospital stay

By Megan van den Heever 28-06-23 13:30

Afrikaans singer Nadine has shared the startling details about her partner Derick Hougaard’s hospital stay and his miraculous path to recovery. Speaking to Jacaranda FM, the pop star shed light on the retired rugby player’s progress. On Saturday, 10 June, Hougaard was found unresponsive in his Pretoria East home. He was rushed to the Steve Biko […]

Comrades Marathon record holder adds star power to Knysna forest run

By Garrin Lambley 28-06-23 13:57

Just short of a month after becoming the oldest person to finish the Comrades Marathon, 81-year-old Johannes Mosehla will make his debut at Knysna’s 38th forest run. MUST READ | Comrades Marathon aftermath: Medals and cut-off complaints At this year’s “down” race between Pietermaritzburg and Durban the father-of-17 claimed the oldest runner title from Wally Hayward, who was 80 at the […]

Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka target Cricket World Cup, West Indies unsure

By AFP 28-06-23 13:07

Hosts Zimbabwe and former champions Sri Lanka are in prime position to clinch the final two qualifying spots for this year’s Cricket World Cup, while two-time winners the West Indies risk missing the tournament for the first time. With four wins from four group matches, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka head into the decisive Super Six […]

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Bloemfontein man turns R15 PowerBall ticket into R23 million

By Storm Simpson 28-06-23 12:52

A Bloemfontein man turned R15 into over R23 million when he struck the PowerBall PLUS jackpot on Tuesday, 20 June. The winner, who is employed as a temporary worker, opted for the manual number selection method. READ: Bester escape: Three G4S employees due in court R23 MILLION POWERBALL WINNER PICKED HIS OWN NUMBERS The man, who […]

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Three G4S employees joined to main case in Bester’s escape

By Storm Simpson 28-06-23 12:49

Three G4S employees accused of assisting Thabo Bester in his brazen escape from the Mangaung Correctional Centre (MCC) made a brief appearance in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 28 June. READ: ‘Life changing win’: Bloemfontein man turns R15 PowerBall ticket into R23 million STATE REQUESTS CONSOLIDATION OF BESTER CASES AND POSTPONEMENT After faking his death, the […]

KZN floods: Emergency contact numbers you should have!

By Corné van Zyl 28-06-23 12:38

Emergency disaster management teams and personnel are on high alert as MORE heavy rains and floods are anticipated TODAY in KwaZulu-Natal. DISASTER TEAMS ARE ON HIGH ALERT IN SEVERAL FLOODED AREAS The Co-operative Governance & Traditional Affairs (Cogta) department in KwaZulu-Natal has cautioned residents living in the districts of Ugu, Zululand, King Cetshwayo, Umkhanyakude, and eThekwini metro to […]

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Malusi Booi defends Helen Zille: ‘Not even close to racist’

By Nokwanda Ncwane 28-06-23 12:14

Former City of Cape Town MMC for Human Settlements Malusi Booi has defended Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Council Chairperson Helen Zille saying she is not racist. This comes as suspended DA leader in the Eastern Cape Nqaba Bhanga took to Facebook and labelled Zille the most racist person. NQABA BHANGA LABELS HELEN ZILLE AS RACIST […]

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Fikile Mbalula accused of borrowing R3 million to purchase home

By Mihlali Vellem 28-06-23 12:02

African National Congress(ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has recently been accused of owing R3 million after having borrowed it from the wife of a former National Lotteries Commission chief officer Philemon Letwaba who reportedly swore it under oath, Daily Maverick reported. FIKILE MBALULA ACCUSED OF FAILING TO PAY R3 MILLION LOAN In a lodged affidavit, Rebotile Malomane who is said to […]

Moti Group are bullies, says amaBhungane lawyer

Moti Group are bullies, says amaBhungane lawyer

By Fazila Olla 28-06-23 10:50

It was hard to imagine a more obvious attempt at bullying than the “gagging” case brought by the Moti Group against amaBhungane, its counsel, Advocate Steven Budlender said on Tuesday. Arguments from the amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism to overturn a “gagging” order against them reporting on the Moti Group were heard in court on […]

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Fikile Mbalula in row over luxury house in upmarket Bryanston

By Fazila Olla 28-06-23 10:41

The wife of former National Lotteries Commission chief operating office Philemon Letwaba has claimed under oath that her company loaned R3-million to then-sports minister Fikile Mbalula to help him buy a luxury home in the upmarket suburb of Bryanston in Johannesburg. The brother of the former chief operating officer (COO) of the Lottery is seeking […]

SA, Germany sign declaration of intent for Green Hydrogen

SA, Germany sign declaration to establish Green Hydrogen task force

By Fazila Olla 28-06-23 10:22

Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck have signed a joint declaration of intent to establish the South African German Hydrogen Task Force. The green hydrogen economy has been billed as a new frontier for clean energy as it emits low carbon emissions with a global […]

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Thabo Bester saga: Three G4S employees due in court

By Storm Simpson 28-06-23 10:16

The three G4S employees who allegedly helped convicted serial rapist and murderer Thabo Bester escape from prison are due in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, 28 June. READ: Three more G4S employees arrested in Thabo Bester case THREE MORE ALLEGED BESTER ACCOMPLICES NABBED Bester escaped from the G4S-managed Mangaung Correctional Centre (MCC), where he was serving a […]

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Pirates starting 11 with four new signings

By Siseko Gwegwe 28-06-23 09:49

The brutal monster that is the CAF Champions League is calling Orlando Pirates’ name next season, and the Sea Robbers are showing readiness with four new signings. Here is how they can fit in the starting 11. ALSO READ: Pirates star on how fans broke his heart ORLANDO PIRATES SIGN FOUR NEW PLAYERS After what were […]

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Victoria Falls: Another airline adds flights

By Lorne Philpot 28-06-23 09:44

The ever-popular Victoria Falls situated on the Zambezi River, bordering Zimbabwe and Zambia will soon become even more accessible to passengers from South Africa. This could result in fares to the exciting destination becoming more competitive. VICTORIA FALLS: A TOURISM HOTSPOT The spectacular Victoria Falls is one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. […]

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