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Russian Defence Minister inspects troops due to Wagner mutiny fallout

By AFP 26-06-23 12:29

Russian state television on Monday broadcast footage of Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu inspecting Russian troops, in his first public appearance since a failed mutiny by Wagner forces. ALSO READ: Sudan: Wagner Group involvement in Africa Shoigu — the target of fierce criticism by the mercenary group’s chief Yevgeny Prigozhin — went to a command post for Russian […]

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Former Chiefs star gets Swallows job

By Siseko Gwegwe 26-06-23 12:25

There are many ways to come back to the DStv Premiership. This former Kaizer Chiefs left-back has returned to coach Swallows FC as an assistant. ALSO READ: Zwane bemoans Chiefs injuries FORMER KAIZER CHIEFS DEFENDER DITHEKO MOTOTO JOINS SWALLOWS FC Following Musa Nyatama’s appointment as head coach in recent months, the former midfielder has called on […]

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Thousands of Grade 12 learners are attending winter school

By Aphiwe Ngwenya 26-06-23 12:19

While majority of learners the first day of their school holidays, matriculants around the country, begin their winter school program in order to prepare them for their final school exams at the end of the year. WINTER SCHOOL GETS UNDERWAY IN KZN In KwaZulu-Natal, the Mercury has reported that almost 100 000 learners will be taking part […]

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SNOW of more than 10cm expected in these parts of SA

By Corné van Zyl 26-06-23 12:17

SNOW of more than 10cm is expected in these parts of South Africa this week. THE SNOW IS EXPECTED FROM TUESDAY MORNING According to VoxWeather forecaster Annette Botha, light snow is expected on Tuesday over the Western Cape Mountains, which includes the Matroosberg and Cederberg Mountains. Botha said a mid-winter cut-off low would bring widespread showers, a […]

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Technology remains at the heart of the hajj

By Fazila Olla 26-06-23 12:14

The hajj – the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, which Muslims are expected to make once in their lives if they are able – is expected to begin June 26 and last for five days. In 2023, approximately 2 million pilgrims will participate, close to the annual numbers of pilgrims in years before […]

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Gauteng hospitals struggle with food shortages

By Storm Simpson 26-06-23 12:09

The majority of Gauteng hospitals are suffering from food shortages. With patients forced to eat repetitive meals or go without food. Sometimes, patients even opt to purchase their meals from hospital cafeterias or use e-delivery services. PATIENTS RESORT TO PURCHASING MEALS OR USING E-DELIVERY SERVICES AS GAUTENG HOSPITALS STRUGGLE WITH FOOD Since the start of […]

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SA’s Minister of Energy accused of abandoning transition

By AFP 26-06-23 12:00

South Africa’s energy minister was accused of failing to back the country’s energy transition on Sunday 25th June 2023 after he “snubbed” a billion-dollar green hydrogen deal launched in partnership with the Netherlands and Denmark. The country’s biggest opposition party said energy minister Gwede Mantashe had not signed an agreement on the fund, which was […]

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Celine Dion’s ‘Titanic’ Theme tops charts after Titanic Sub Tragedy

By Eliot Mahlase 26-06-23 11:56

Celine Dion’s ‘Titanic‘ Theme “My Heart Will Go On” is now topping charts following the submersible disaster. Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On” is doing big numbers on Spotify in the wake of the Titanic submersible saga. The song has racked up more than 500,000 Spotify streams since the search and rescue effort for the OceanGate […]

Shedding snakes: How can you care for your snake?

By Lisa Greyson 26-06-23 11:47

Humans and many other animals shed numerous skin cells daily. In contrast, snakes and other reptiles have keratin skin that doesn’t shed gradually. Instead, they grow a new layer of skin beneath the old one. The old, top layer is then shed all at once. Snakes typically go through the shedding process multiple times per year. So, […]

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Caleb Bimenyimana set for Kaizer Chiefs stay?

By Yolulwe Qoshe 26-06-23 11:32

It is no longer a secret that striker Caleb Bimenyimana is not part of the plans going forward at Kaizer Chiefs, with the club looking to get rid of him. READ | CONFIRMED: KAIZER CHIEFS MISSED OUT ON FORMER MAMELODI SUNDOWNS STAR AFTER BEING OFFERED! Bimenyimana has known as far back as last month that Chiefs were looking to […]

Coal truck torched in Gqeberha electricity protest

Coal truck torched in Gqeberha electricity protest

By Fazila Olla 26-06-23 11:29

A coal truck was torched, blocking the busy R334 in Motherwell, Gqeberha, when about 100 shack dwellers protested on Friday. The driver fled, uninjured. Later, public order police managed to get the demonstrators to agree to leave the road. The protesters were demanding the electrification of about 3,000 shacks in Khayamnandi, Ncinane, and phases one […]

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EXPLAINER: Here’s why Eskom is implementing lower stages of load shedding

By Nokwanda Ncwane 26-06-23 11:24

Energy experts had predicted that Eskom would implement load shedding as high as Stage 8 in winter due to high demand, however the power utility is implementing lower stages. In recent months, Eskom implemented Stage 6 rolling blackouts indefinitely which negatively impacted small businesses and people’s livelihoods. WHY IS ESKOM IMPLEMENTING LOWER STAGES OF LOAD […]

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Two killed in terrible truck collision on the N2 in Zinkwazi

By Nokwanda Ncwane 26-06-23 11:16

Two people were killed following a collision between two trucks on the N2 Zinkwazi in KwaZulu-Natal. The horrific accident happened in the early hours on Monday, 26 June. TWO KILLED IN N2 TRUCK COLLISION According to the emergency service, IPSS Medical Rescue, medics arrived at the chaotic scene, with multiple injuries, and with some looting taking […]

Give Proteas hopeful Stubbs more playing time to shine

By Wade Pretorius 26-06-23 11:10

Big-hitting batsman Tristan Stubbs can play all three formats for the Proteas and isn’t just a T20 player, says coach Robin Peterson. The 22-year-old Stubbs impressed on tour with SA A and Peterson credits his hard work beforehand. Stubbs faced more deliveries on the tour in Sri Lanka than any other player. STUBBS PUT IN THE HARD […]

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AmaBhungane is facing legal battle on landmark corruption probe

By AFP 26-06-23 11:06

The amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism draws its name from the Zulu word for dung beetle — a diligent species that fulfils a crucial role. The tiny South African non-profit specialises in delving into political corruption — “digging dung and fertilizing democracy,” its editor-in-chief, Sam Sole, said with a chuckle in a recent interview with AFP. Sole, […]

Jean Kleyn cleared to represent South Africa in Rugby World Cup

By AFP 26-06-23 10:54

Former Ireland lock Jean Kleyn can dream of playing in his second successive Rugby World Cup after he was cleared to play for the country of his birth, defending champions South Africa. ALSO READ: Former Irish lock Jean Kleyn cleared for Springbok selection The 29-year-old qualified for Ireland through residency having played for Munster from 2016 and […]

Proteas coach Conrad admits Verreynne was impressive

By Wade Pretorius 26-06-23 10:34

Shukri Conrad has not been scared to make big calls during his short time in charge of the Proteas and has been prepared to have his mind changed too it seems. One of the biggest talking points of the Proteas so far under Conrad was Verreynne getting axed behind the stumps. Verreynne scored168 in five […]

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Surprise selections for first Springboks Test of the year?

By Craig Lewis 26-06-23 10:26

The Springboks will play three Tests in the abbreviated version of the Rugby Championship, starting with a clash against Australia, which takes place next weekend. This will then be followed by battles against New Zealand at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland (Saturday 15 July) and Argentina at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg (Saturday 29 July). […]

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Hollywoodbets Durban July: Fashion Events and Entertainment

By Mimi Mfundisi 26-06-23 10:05

UNVEILING THE OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD AMBASSADORS Durban is abuzz with anticipation as the Hollywoodbets Durban July (HDJ) draws closer.  The lead-up fashion events and entertainment have been captivating audiences with the creativity, talent and interpretations of this year’s, “Out Of This World”, theme. The Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award (YDA) and the Hollywoodbets Durban July Invited […]

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Springboks edging closer to World Cup favourites tag

By Wade Pretorius 26-06-23 09:57

Local bookmakers Hollywoodbets have listed France as the favourites but the Springboks are moving closer according to the odds. The Springboks face a mission impossible as they look to defend their Rugby World Cup crown. The group draw has been unkind to the defending champions but such is their strength in depth, the bookmakers cannot discard […]

CAF Africa Super League faces delays and format changes

By AFP 26-06-23 09:46

The CAF Africa Super League will kick off two months late in October and have only eight clubs instead of the planned 24, CAF president Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday. South African billionaire Motsepe told public broadcaster SABC in Johannesburg that the competition name may be changed as some sponsors are unhappy with the word ‘Super’. […]

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi

Springboks spoiled for choice in replacing injured captain Kolisi

By AFP 26-06-23 09:30

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber has plenty of captaincy options when it comes to stand-ins for injured skipper Siya Kolisi during the Rugby Championship in July. AFP understands centres Lukhanyo Am and Damian de Allende, prop Steven Kitshoff, lock Eben Etzebeth and loose forwards Pieter-Steph du Toit and Duane Vermeulen are in the running. ALSO READ: Rugby […]

‘Skeem Saam’: Thabo Mkhabela wants to scrap Leshole image

By Rae Seleme 26-06-23 09:23

Skeem Saam actor and casting director Thabo Mkhabela says he wants to play a role that’s total opposite of Leshole Mabitsela. ALSO READ:‘Skeem Saam’s’ Thabo Mkhabela: ‘The 50/50 concept wasn’t about money’ THABO MKHABELA: NEXT CHARACTER The actor-casting director Thabo Mkhabela tells Drum that he doesn’t want to be remembered as the person that Leshole Mabitsela was. “[I want […]

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