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Reserve Bank Governor shares good news for South African households

Today at 10:42 AM, via Daily Investor

South Africa’s shift to a 3% inflation target is expected to significantly boost consumers’ buying power by slowing price increases, reducing debt repayments, and freeing up more disposable income for households.

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S’THEMBISO MSOMI| Suspended Mchunu must resign

Today at 10:42 AM, via SowetanLIVE

The suspended minister owes us a great Christmas gift as a nation; he needs to step down so that our focus can be on the actual criminals and their aides in police uniforms.

South Africa

Violence against women a national disaster that demands national action – President

Today at 10:38 AM, via SAnews

Violence against women a national disaster that demands national action – President

President Cyril Ramaphosa has used his weekly newsletter to bemoan the country’s persistently high levels of violence against women and children, warning that gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) now amounts to a national disaster requiring exceptional measures.  

As South Africa marks the...

South Africa

Report to be launched highlighting challenges in addressing HIV stigma

Today at 10:36 AM, via SAnews

Report to be launched highlighting challenges in addressing HIV stigma

A comprehensive study which will shed light on the persistent challenges and opportunities for positive change in addressing HIV stigma and discrimination in South Africa, is expected to be launched on Tuesday.

The HIV Stigma Index 2.0 report highlights the experiences of over 5 000 participants from all nine...

South Africa

‘Escalating’ gun violence in Gauteng condemned

Today at 10:23 AM, via SAnews

‘Escalating’ gun violence in Gauteng condemned

The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has raised the alarm on the escalating levels of gun violence in the province.

This after a mass shooting in Tshwane over the weekend and the murder of a witness of the Madlanga Commission.

“The…Portfolio Committee on Community Safety is gravely concerned...

Africa

Who has been called up for Afcon 2025?

Friday at 20:38 PM, via BBC News

Find out who has been called up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

Sport

James and Doncic inspire Lakers victory

Today at 10:14 AM, via BBC News

LeBron James and Luka Doncic score 60 points between them to fire the Los Angeles Lakers to a 112-108 win against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Education

Malawi: Government Unveils Key Fee Changes Under Free Secondary Education Plan

Today at 07:15 AM, via AllAfrica

[Nyasa Times] Minister of Education, Science and Technology Bright Msaka has outlined sweeping fee reforms as part of the government’s plan to roll out the Free Secondary Education Policy, setting clear timelines for the abolition of various charges in public secondary schools.

Education

Young unemployed to be offered work in construction and hospitality in UK

Yesterday at 14:34 PM, via The Guardian

About 350,000 new places to be offered to ‘neets’ with ‘sanctions’ levied for those who do not engage, says DWP

Young unemployed people will be offered training or job opportunities in construction, care and hospitality as part of a UK government scheme, but could have their benefits cut if they do not take up offers.

Pat McFadden, the work and pensions secretary, announced on Sunday that...

Entertainment

The Corolla Cross Hybrid wins as a Toyota

Today at 10:54 AM, via The Citizen

The Toyota Corolla Cross stands out with quality build, family appeal, and wallet-friendly value — plus it’s a breeze to drive.

Science/Tech

Was the Airbus A320 Recall Caused By Cosmic Rays?

Today at 10:34 AM, via Slashdot

What triggered that Airbus emergency software recall? The BBC reports that Airbus’s initial investigation into an aircraft’s sudden drop in altitude linked it “to a malfunction in one of the aircraft’s computers that controls moving parts on the aircraft’s wings and tail.” But that malfunction “seems to have been triggered by cosmic radiation bombarding the Earth on the day of the flight…” The...

Motoring

Problems for Afrikaans Uber in South Africa

Yesterday at 10:23 AM, via TopAuto

While it recently celebrated its 1st birthday, Afrikaans e-hailing service Wanatu is being criticised for not fixing its buggy app and charging users exorbitant fees.

Health

The Married Scientists Torn Apart by a Covid Bioweapon Theory

Yesterday at 12:00 PM, via New York Times

In 2020, a Chinese virologist fled to the United States, aided by allies of President Trump who sought to promote her unproven theories about the origins of Covid-19. Her husband still can’t find her.

Health

Chuck Kesey, Probiotic Yogurt Pioneer, Dies at 87

Saturday at 00:40 AM, via New York Times

The younger brother of Ken Kesey, the novelist and counterculture luminary, he turned a defunct creamery into what is now Nancy’s Probiotic Foods.