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Minister in the Presidency Jackson Mthembu died on Thursday morning of Covid-19 complications, just 10 days after announcing he had tested positive for the virus.

Scientists have discovered a new mutated version of the virus from Brazil, in addition to the ones from the UK and South Africa.

Unions at the South African Broadcasting Corporation marched to the Union Buildings on Wednesday over their job cuts impasse with management.

Hospital group Netcare has under 3 000 Covid-19 positive patients in its hospitals across the country – and it has now opened temporary Clinical Decision Units in three provinces.

The Pretoria High Court has reserved judgment in former Gauteng Health MEC, Dr. Bandile Masuku’s application to have the findings of the Special Investigating Unit  (SIU) against him declared irrational, illegal, and unlawful.

SABC unions are threatening a 4-hour blackout on Friday over planned retrenchments. Unions also deny that their members have been intimidating people who turned up for work.

The tragedies have sparked debate over whether the road should be closed.

The Covax programme, bolstered by the new US presidency on Thursday, aims to secure enough Covid-19 vaccines this year for the most vulnerable 20 percent in every country, rich or poor.

The first cannabis farm has been found in London’s historic financial district, where office buildings have been emptied because of lockdowns to contain the spread of Covid-19.

It follows nationwide protests in which students called for more help and support in the pandemic.

The 13-year-old was serving a 10-year sentence handed down by an Islamic court for comments about God.

The Committee to Protect Journalists last month identified Ethiopia as a top jailor of reporters, saying at least seven media workers were behind bars.

Doctors, nurses, mothers and social workers are apprehended after babies were sold for $5,000.

A total of 21 African countries have so far recorded death rates higher than 2.2 percent.

Ettienne le Roux – hoofekonoom, RMB

Hannes van den Berg – mede-hoof SA Aandele & Multi-Bate, Ninety One Batebestuur

Jannie Durand – uitvoerende hoof, Remgro

Jaco Oosthuzen – uitvoerende hoof, RSA

Mthembu died earlier today, due to COVID-19 related complications.

Minister in the Presidency, Jackson Mthembu has passed away at the age of 62. Mthembu succumbed to COVID-19 related complications earlier on Thursday.

Minister in the Presidency Jackson Mthembu is trending on Twitter after the news that he succumbed to COVID-19 complications earlier today.

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor says she is devastated by the death of Minister in the Presidency, Jackson Mthembu.

Goalkeeper Tom King’s midweek goal for fourth-tier Newport County has been confirmed as the longest in football history.

Proteas women stars Mignon du Preez, Marizanne Kapp, Chloe Tryon and Lizelle Lee have signed up to play in this year’s The Hundred.

The ICC has proven to be the leader in social media use and engagement in 2020’s Covid-ravage sporting year, claiming top spot in BCW Sport’s International Sports Federations Social Media Ranking.

FIFA has insisted that any breakaway by leading clubs “would not be recognised by either FIFA or the respective confederation” while players would risk being banned.

Investigation launched after teachers warn of worm on devices handed out for home schooling

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An investigation has been launched into reports that some of the laptops handed out to vulnerable children for homeschooling in England are infected with malware.

According to an online forum, teachers from a school in Bradford noticed the...

Gavin Williamson hails plans for ‘lifelong loan entitlement’ but Treasury is hostile to expanding system

The government’s plans for a “lifelong loan entitlement” for further education study – a key part of its new skills white paper for England – are predicted to run into stiff opposition from the Treasury.

The white paper says the loan entitlement will be equivalent to “four years of...

If you missed the latest drama, you can watch the latest episode of Generations: The Legacy right here.

The United States’ peaceful transition of power included a spotlight on fashion on Wednesday, as President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were sworn in at the US Capitol, both sporting American designers.

Ten bright South African stars to follow on TikTok this year:

Couldn’t you catch the latest episode of Skeem Saam? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

“Bridgerton” fans can breathe a sigh of relief after Netflix announced a second season of the hit show.

Master KG posted on social media that the famous actor invited him to his home to perform his songs and be the evening’s ‘entertainment’. 

Occasionally a reboot comes along that’s so different from the original you wonder why they bothered. “Walker” is one of those, dropping the “Texas Ranger” part of the title from the CBS series that signed off 20 years ago, and trading in Chuck Norris for “Supernatural’s” Jared Padalecki, in what feels more like a family drama than a butt-kicking crime show.

As older people relish being vaccinated, the UK government’s messaging risks being confusing and contradictory

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Age brings few benefits, as far as I can see: not wisdom, not virtue, nor serenity. But what a bonus to find yourself among the ranks of septuagenarians lining up for the Covid-19 vaccine. This gift of life arrives via an...

In East Africa, too much Facebook has been awful. So has too little Facebook.

Newcomer shares its underpinnings with the new Opel Corsa.

Can President Biden really boost production? Why are governors trying to buy directly from Pfizer? And when will supply exceed demand?

People across the country are being urged to “double down” and stick to the lockdown rules.

They say the devices have a key role to play in the battle against Covid.

Doctors say people should buy a pulse oximeter to monitor their oxygen levels at home.

By Nicole Horn and Alexis Olds Migration is a widespread but highly complicated and diverse component to many fish species lives.  Migration can be strenuous and often consists of extremely long journeys. The life history stages of certain species rely heavily on migration. Fish will migrate for several reasons including escaping unfavourable conditions, moving to […]

Environment Minister Barbara Creecy has asked the management of the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park Authority to justify its decision to breach the St Lucia estuary mouth.

Scientists, using a wind tunnel and high-speed cameras, have captured the butterfly’s flying skill.

Scientists have discovered ‘dwarf giraffe’ in Nambia and Uganda. The shortest was 2.4 metres tall, half the expected average.