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Shoprite going in for the kill
Africa’s largest supermarket chain is holding onto lower prices in an attempt to win market share.
WEDNESDAY, 04 MARCH 2026, 09:01

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Africa’s largest supermarket chain is holding onto lower prices in an attempt to win market share.

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Lekota died in the early hours of Wednesday after a long illness, surrounded by his family, a spokesperson said

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Slotjhile Pub and Shisanyama in Thembisa, closed due to zoning regulation non-compliance, plans to continue its soup kitchen initiatives, maintaining community support despite its operational halt.
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South Africa
King Sabatha Dalindyebo residents allege they have been served with high municipal bills.

South Africa
Madlanga Inquiry is probing the infiltration of the criminal justice system by syndicates.
South Africa
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting.

South Africa
The Department of Agriculture was briefing the portfolio committee on foot -and-mouth disease

World
The case has gripped South Korea, where there is no regulation on how far into pregnancy an abortion can take place.
World
The US military identified four of the first American soldiers killed in the war against Iran as the Trump administration warned the intensifying conflict would lead to more American casualties.

World
Washington says the two countries are combatting what the US calls designated terrorist organisations in the South American country.

World
It is the fourth Australian death at a Japanese ski resort this year.

Africa
A project to introduce unmanned sites is part of a broader adoption of digital technologies.

Africa
Rwanda accused Washington’s move as “one sided” and politically motivated.

Africa
Conservative clerics are meeting in Nigeria to choose a rival to the first female Archbishop of Canterbury.

Africa
Ian von Memerty had documented his choice to die in a 15-part Facebook series.

Business
The Department of Social Development has confirmed that a new BIS grant is being processed, with consultations to be finalised in March 2026.

Business
Woolworths’ operations have seen sales growth, but the group’s gross profit margin and overall profit have taken a hit.
Business

Business
A BBC investigation speaks to electricians and families setting up illegal meter bypasses to steal power.

Politics
Newly established Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on the Presidency will elect its chairperson

Politics
Ramaphosa says there are signs that eThekwini Working Group has addressed service delivery issues

Politics
Brown Mogotsi will learn if the Commission accepts his sick note for his absence, on Monday

Politics
Deputy National Police Commissioner Lt General Mosikili outlines her role in the disbandment of PKTT

Sport
New Zealand named Dave Rennie on Wednesday as head coach, replacing Scott Robertson who was sacked midway through a four-year contract.

Sport
New Zealand Rugby confirmed a new All Blacks head coach, ending weeks of uncertainty ahead of the pivotal season in this World Cup cycle.

Sport
Jade Jones says her journey from reaching the pinnacle of taekwondo to being at the bottom of boxing has been a “humbling” one as she prepares for her boxing debut against Egypt Criss on 7 March.

Sport
Leeds director Peter Lowy warns the club’s planned expansion of Elland Road must progress this time or he fears it may never materialise
Education
[Premium Times] An official of the university stated that the decision to suspend the students was reached at the 252nd Senate meeting following reports presented by the Ad-Hoc Senate committee on examination malpractice and the senate students’ disciplinary committee.
Education
Attorney General Letitia James is investigating the university for its actions after the 2012 arrest of Robert Hadden, a former Columbia gynecologist convicted of sex crimes.
Education
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators who had taken over Hamilton Hall in 2024 faced expulsions, suspensions and the revocation of their degrees.

Education
Literacy experts say move comes over cost concerns and fears costumes can detract from reading for pleasure
Schools in England are moving away from pupils dressing up as their favourite literary characters for World Book Day, with experts telling MPs they feared the costs of costumes undermined efforts to increase reading for pleasure.
Jonathan Douglas, chief executive of the National Literacy...

Lifestyle
30-year-old Ali Sonday was eliminated on ‘Masterchef South Africa’ after his pan went up in flames on the latest episode of the series.

Lifestyle
March started on a good note for South African fashion designer Gert-Johan Coetzee, whose dress was worn by Skai Jackson.

Lifestyle
Shashi Naidoo’s comments about the conflict in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, has caused a stir online…

Lifestyle
The DA’s Joburg mayoral candidate Helen Zille has trolled Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi in a billboard unveiled amid her campaign.

Entertainment
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Entertainment
According to the GDE, schools will implement catch-up plans to help affected pupils recover lost curriculum time.
Entertainment

Entertainment
Masuku’s election as deputy mayor and Treasury’s warning reveal a city teetering between succession politics and financial collapse.

Science/Tech
The “SaaSpocalypse” isn’t the end of SaaS – it’s a shift from access-based pricing to outcome-based value.

Science/Tech
Digital philanthropy is entrenched in the African domain, not with flags and troops, but with cloud servers and algorithms.

Science/Tech
Otinga, a new AI-powered innovation partner for enterprise businesses, has officially launched with a clear mission: to help organisations run impactful, practical and scalable innovation programmes that deliver measurable business value. Built for large enterprises navigating constant disruption, Otinga helps organisations move beyond “innovation theatre” and into structured,...

Science/Tech
February 28, 2026 — Lucid Trading has announced a comprehensive restructuring of its Live Program alongside the launch of a new premium product, the LucidMaxx Daily Payout Account. The update introduces faster onboarding, simplified risk models, enhanced bonus incentives, and improved payout mechanics — addressing months of trader feedback. Traders can use discount code FUTURE […]

Motoring
One Chinese automaker has seen its sales figures dip below a major rival’s.

Motoring
Gauteng is home to more than two-thirds of the country’s carjacking hotspots.

Motoring
Cape Town’s plan to build a new barrier along its most dangerous road has been criticized for “Apartheid-style spatial logic” meant to hide poverty.
Motoring

Health
A Buckinghamshire charity urges people to craft reusable pads to raise awareness of period poverty.

Health
It is time to move beyond the “baby brain” cliche, say scientists who scanned dozens of women’s brains.

Health
The TV presenter shares how counselling has given her new perspectives on life.

Health
Emma-Louise Amanshia speaks to Anya Aggarwal, a mental health clinician who helps people using the Wysa AI chatbot.