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READER LETTER | US-Israel war on Iran must stop

Today at 10:42 AM, via SowetanLIVE

The ongoing US-Israel vs Iran war is one of the scariest since World War II. The massive loss of economies, infrastructure and lives in this war has created untold human tragedy.

South Africa

Mahlobo calls for science-driven action to tackle water crisis

Today at 10:08 AM, via SAnews

Mahlobo calls for science-driven action to tackle water crisis

Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has underscored the critical role of academic institutions in shaping solutions to South Africa’s water challenges.

Delivering the keynote address at a recent Water Imbizo hosted by the University of South Africa (UNISA), Mahlobo described the country’s water...

South Africa

Fuel supply stable in the immediate term, says DMPR

Today at 09:49 AM, via SAnews

Fuel supply stable in the immediate term, says DMPR

South Africans can be assured that fuel supply in the country remains stable in the immediate term.

This according to the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR).

“The department wishes to assure all South Africans that the country’s fuel supply remains stable in the immediate term, notwithstanding heightened...

Business

Big NHI mystery for South Africa

Today at 10:29 AM, via BusinessTech

While President Cyril Ramaphosa says the pause in promulgating the NHI Act will not affect the scheme’s implementation, there is no official timeline for the rollout.

Business

Standard Bank CEO scores R106 million payday

Today at 09:00 AM, via BusinessTech

The Standard Bank Group recently published its 2025 financial results, showing that it had successfully met the financial targets set in 2021, with its executives receiving notable salary increases.

Sport

Who is Thiago Pitarch – Real Madrid’s latest wonderkid?

Today at 10:13 AM, via BBC News

When an 18-year-old makes Real Madrid history in a crucial Champions League tie against Manchester City, it inevitably draws acclaim and attention. BBC Sport takes a look at rising star Thiago Pitarch.

Motoring

No petrol price relief for South African motorists

Today at 07:47 AM, via TopAuto

South Africa’s National Treasury signalled it has little room to mitigate against the impact of a looming fuel-price shock stemming from the war in the Middle East.

Health

Ozempic Is About to Go Generic in India, China and Canada

Today at 06:00 AM, via New York Times

In India, China and several other nations, Novo Nordisk is on the verge of losing patent protection for its blockbuster weight loss drug, opening the door for cheaper competing versions.