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High-speed bullet train still coming for South Africa, Ramaphosa promises
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the developments with plans to introduce high-speed rail in South Africa.

Tesco plans to give under-18s Clubcard access this year
Consumer outlet Which? has been campaigning on access to loyalty schemes, calling it a “huge win for shoppers”.

Ramaphosa deploys army to take on mafias in South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a major warning to mafia-style organised crime groups in South Africa.

New state-owned entity coming to South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says that the National government is close to creating a new state-owned agency focused on water.

Ramaphosa says a new social grant is coming this year
President Cyril Ramaphosa has repeated a promise made at multiple State of the Nation Addresses (SONAs) over the past years, assuring that a new income support grant is on the way.

Thousands queue as beauty store arrives on island of Ireland
Almost 2,000 people joined the queue for the opening of a new store in Belfast this morning.

Salmon exports remain high but Scotch whisky falls
Scottish salmon exports increased in tonnage by 9%, while the volume of Scotch whisky exports dropped by 4.3%.

‘Tens of thousands’ affected by law firm collapse
The Solicitors Regulation Authority say an investigation into PM Law’s collapse is ongoing.

Probe ordered into Daily Mail owner’s £500m takeover of Telegraph
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy orders a review of the deal on public interest and competition grounds.

Top South African shopping mall damaged by massive hailstorm recovering
Most stores in the Festival Mall in Kempton Park are open and trading normally after the damage caused by a massive supercell hailstorm in December 2025.

Who is billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and how did he make his money?
The industrialist and Manchester United co-owner has apologised over comments he made about immigration.

System collapse warning for parts of South Africa
The government has warned that water restrictions will be introduced to precent total system collapse in parts of the country.

Why World Leisure Holidays is the Top Holiday Travel Choice for Valentine’s Day
Well-planned Valentine’s getaways offer excellent value without compromising on quality.