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South Africa going from crisis to crown jewel

Today at 12:30 PM, via Daily Investor

Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago said three factors are working in the country’s favour, lifting South Africa’s growth potential after years of erosion.

South Africa

Nkabinde Enquiry resumes hearings next week

Today at 12:09 PM, via SAnews

Nkabinde Enquiry resumes hearings next week

The enquiry into the fitness to hold office of Advocate Andrew Chauke will resume its hearing on Monday following its adjournment for the festive period.

The enquiry was established last year by President Cyril Ramaphosa in terms of section 12(6)(a) of the National Prosecuting Authority Act 32 of 1998 to inquire into the fitness of...

South Africa

Rand Water rejects claim the Vaal Dam has been poisoned

Today at 11:51 AM, via SAnews

Rand Water rejects claim the Vaal Dam has been poisoned

Rand Water has confirmed that consumers may continue to drink water directly from their taps safely.

This comes as claims that the Vaal Dam had been poisoned were circulated on social media.

A WhatsApp audio clip claimed that the “dam has been poisoned” and that tap water should not be consumed unless it is first...

South Africa

Roads affected by floods in Mpumalanga

Today at 11:32 AM, via SAnews

Roads affected by floods in Mpumalanga

The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has provided an update on the national roads that were affected by the recent heavy rains and flooding in Mpumalanga. 

According to SANRAL Mpumalanga’s Provincial Head, Mabuyi Mhlanga, the roads agency continues to closely monitor the situation by carrying out assessments at...

Sport

Glentoran versus Cliftonville postponed

Today at 12:27 PM, via BBC News

Glentoran’s Irish Premiership game with Cliftonville which was to be played on Sunday afternoon is postponed because of a waterlogged pitch.

Sport

Protests, pride and late celebrations in URC

Today at 12:16 PM, via BBC News

Despite the off-the-field drama, it turned out to be a decent return for Wales’ four professional sides with two wins, a draw and agonising defeat.

Education

Namibia: Budget Friendly School Lunch Ideas

Yesterday at 01:29 AM, via AllAfrica

[Namibian] The children are back at school, and between stationery shopping and replacing school shoes they somehow outgrew over the holidays, most of us are checking our bank balances with one eye closed, fully aware that payday is still a long way off.

Science/Tech

Top lawyers have a warning for banks in South Africa

Today at 11:39 AM, via MyBroadband

Werksmans Attorneys has warned financial institutions to expect enforcement action and significant fines in 2026 if they fail to meet new cybersecurity requirements in South Africa.

Science/Tech

Former Canonical Developer Advocate Warns Snap Store Isn’t Safe After Slow Responses to Malware Reports

Today at 10:44 AM, via Slashdot

An anonymous reader shared this article from the blog LinuxiacIn a blog post, Alan Pope, a longtime Ubuntu community figure and former Canonical employee who remains an active Snap publisher… [warns of] a persistent campaign of malicious snaps impersonating cryptocurrency wallet applications. These fake apps typically mimic well-known projects such as Exodus, Ledger Live, or Trust Wallet,...

Motoring

Big changes for Afrikaans Uber in South Africa

Today at 10:00 AM, via TopAuto

Wanatu has made significant changes to its operating model, reducing the basic salary for drivers while introducing a new incentive programme.