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News24 | ‘Triple hearsay’: Judge interjects as attorney claims Longwe Twala killed Senzo Meyiwa by mistake
A defence attorney in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial claimed on Monday that Longwe Twala – the son of renowned musician and producer Chico Twala – had killed the famous soccer player.
South Africa
Hawks confiscate cocaine worth millions at Richards Bay port
The Hawks have confiscated cocaine with a street value of R15 million on board a cargo vessel.
South Africa
LIVE: Senzo Meyiwa murder trial | 23 April 2024
The Senzo Meyiwa murder trial continues at the High Court in Pretoria. LIVE STREAM:
South Africa
Dignity for those in need: Gauteng launches mobile shower facilities for homeless people
Dignity for those in need: Gauteng launches mobile shower facilities for homeless people
The Gauteng Department of Social Development, Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment has unveiled mobile shower services for homeless people in the province.
MEC Mbali Hlophe said the services are aimed at restoring dignity for people who find themselves homeless in the...
South Africa
Defence to subpoena singer Kelly Khumalo to Meyiwa trial
The defence plans to call singer Kelly Khumalo to the stand in the Senzo Meyiwa trial.
World
News24 | Music world in mourning: Justin Bieber, Machine Gun Kelly pay tribute to slain rapper Chris King
The shocking loss of rapper Chris King at 32 rocks the music world. Friends like Justin Bieber mourn the star, whose life ended in Nashville, USA.
World
Talks for a plastic pollution treaty are stalling. Could the U.S. be doing more?
Critics say the U.S. has been unwilling to push for measures in a global agreement that would drive big cuts in plastic waste.
World
Child among at least five dead on Channel migrant boat
French authorities say the victims had boarded an overloaded boat which was attempting to reach the UK.
World
Dominica decriminalises same-sex relations
Activists welcomed the ruling as a “significant milestone” for LGBTQ rights in the Caribbean.
Africa
News24 | Zimbabwe’s ZiG wipes out 330% stocks rally
Zimbabwe’s new currency has wiped out a more than 330% gain on the stock market this year, leaving investors dealing with the fallout.
Africa
News24 | England-Rwanda migrant plan passes after marathon UK parliament session
Controversial UK government plans for deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda cleared their final hurdle on Monday, after a marathon tussle between the upper and lower chambers of parliament lasting late into the night.
Africa
Deforestation pushes animals to eat virus-laden bat poo
The creatures shed light on how new viruses might spread from animals to humans, researchers say.
Africa
News24 | Flights booked, first Rwanda deportations within 12 weeks, Sunak vows
LONDON, April 22 – British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Monday the first flight carrying asylum seekers to Rwanda would leave in 10-12 weeks, as he set out plans for for his flagship policy to tackle illegal migration.
Business
News24 Business | Capitec surges 8% as it hikes dividend and clients hit 22 million
South Africa’s largest retail bank by customer numbers raised its final dividend by more than 19% to 3 345 cents per ordinary share after attributable headline earnings climbed 16% to R10.58 billion for the year to end-February 2024.
Business
Capitec slowly opening the taps – but there’s a catch
Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie says the bank may have been too conservative with aggressive cuts to lending – but that does not mean easy access to credit is back.
Business
These are the 75 crypto services approved by the FSCA in South Africa
Following numerous misleading claims that have been circulated, South Africa’s financial watchdog has released a list of the approved crypto asset service providers.
Business
Billions of rands in pensions have still not been paid in South Africa
The FSCA has named and shamed over 4,000 companies and entities in South Africa who have not paid the required pension fund contributions.
Politics
MK Party unfazed by ANC’s appeal over trademark case
The MK Party says it will continue to use its name and logo after court ruled in its favour.
Politics
ANC distances itself from leaked Ramaphosa recording
The ANC has refused to be drawn on the leaked recording of its NEC meeting.
Politics
News24 | Elections 2024: ANC has to get ’13 or 14 million votes to be assured of victory’ – Ramaphosa
The ANC has set its sights on securing not less than the 10 million votes of the 2019 elections, as its worst-case scenario, and, in its best case, to lure an extra four million new votes.
Politics
ANC has not expelled Zuma: Mbalula
The ANC says it has not taken the decision to expel former party President Jacob Zuma.
Sport
Where is Pierre Issa? Former ‘public enemy number 1’
Pierre Issa became notorious for scoring ‘two’ own goals against France during Bafana Bafana’s first-ever World Cup match in 1998.
Sport
Kaizer Chiefs forward departure leading the headlines and more!
Kaizer Chiefs striker in the spotlight, while Stellies defender is a man in demand and Pyramids move closer to deciding the future of forward
Sport
Brain-cooling treatment for concussion trialled
A new brain-cooling treatment for sports-related concussion is being trialled in the professional game.
Sport
Uefa to confirm 26-man squads for Euro 2024
Uefa is set to confirm nations will select 26-man squads for this summer’s European Championship in Germany.
Education
The expansion of free childcare has been a Tory-fied mess of a bright Labour idea | Polly Toynbee
On a visit to a combined nursery and primary school, I saw how early years provision can really be transformed
Panic and a screeching U-turn. The prime minister dismissed claims there were too few nursery places for every two-year-old in England (with working parents) on 1 April, the day that entitlement to 15 hours a week began. He even said: “Staffing levels have increased and more people...
Education
Dozens arrested at Yale and NYU as pro-Palestinian student protests spread
Authorities move to break up encampments at two more US universities on Monday, as Columbia University cancels in-person classes
Police arrested dozens of people at pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Yale University in Connecticut and New York University in Manhattan, as student protests over Israel’s war in Gaza continue to roil US campuses.
On the Yale University campus in New Haven,...
Education
Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Announces 18 Years As Minimum Age for Tertiary Education
[Premium Times] “The minimum age of entry into the university is 18, but we have seen students who are 15, 16 years going in for the entrance examination.”
Education
Nigeria: Breaking Gender Barriers Through Education
[Africa Renewal] Nigerian gender advocate roots for empowerment of women and girls
Lifestyle
Kim Kardashian loses followers after Taylor Swift diss track
In a clash that’s sending shockwaves through social media, Taylor Swift’s scathing diss track has rocked Kim Kardashian’s Instagram empire.
Lifestyle
‘Proud of South Africa’: Anlia Etzebeth on ‘Chasing The Sun 2’
Eben Etzebeth’s wife, Anlia expressed her pride for South Africa and her husband after watching the last episode of ‘Chasing The Sun 2’.
Lifestyle
Five fascinating dog breeds with ancient Chinese roots
Chinese dog breeds, with ancient origins, served various roles like hunting and companionship, embodying rich history and unique traits.
Lifestyle
Who was Moses Tembe’s first wife, and did she take her own life?
Durban businessman Moses Tembe, the father of Anele Tembe, has responded to rumours his first wife Lulu took her own life…
Entertainment
Bright colourways, clashing prints, oversized scarf headgear forecast at SAFW
SA Fashion Week (SAFW) spring/summer 2024/25 season held at the Mall of Africa in Midrand at the weekend was a spectacle of fashionable firsts.
Entertainment
Cassper Nyovest takes aim at gun violence after DJ Peter Mashata’s death
Social media users flooded Nyovest’s comments section to lend their voices to the concerning situation, reflecting the widespread alarm over the issue.
Entertainment
WATCH: Mr JazziQ opens up about his insane car collection
Amapiano hit-maker Mr JazziQ opens up about his car collection which includes a Jetta VR6, Mercedes V-Class and a BMW E30
Entertainment
Khutso Theledi thrilled Somizi saw through her guise as Cheetah
After she purred as the “Cheetah” in The Masked Singer SA, Khutso Theledi admits that her toughest challenge was trying to fool her Metro FM co-host Somizi Mhlongo into not guessing her identity.
Science/Tech
Capitec’s Innovative Offerings Is Attracting Higher-Income Clients
In the dynamic world of banking, Capitec has emerged as a beacon of innovation, not only catering to the masses but also attracting higher-income clients with a suite of compelling offerings. With a strategic focus on providing value, purpose, and accessibility, Capitec’s rise in the higher-income segment is a testament to its commitment to inclusivity […]
Science/Tech
Eskom’s breakdown and planned maintenance changes — Charts explain big load-shedding break
MyBroadband analysed Eskom’s planned outages, unplanned breakdowns, and energy availability factors over the last four years and compared them with 2024 to see how electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa’s claims of performance improvements held up against the utility’s data.
Science/Tech
How Capitec Is Succeeding As A Digital Bank In South Africa
In the bustling landscape of South Africa’s banking sector, one institution stands out for its innovative approach and exponential growth: Capitec. Capitec has embraced the digital age with open arms, revolutionising the way people interact with their finances. With staggering statistics highlighting its success, Capitec’s journey from a newcomer to a dominant force in banking […]
Science/Tech
NASA Officially Greenlights $3.35 Billion Mission To Saturn’s Moon Titan
NASA last week formally approved a $3.35 billion mission to explore Saturn’s largest moon with a quadcopter drone. “Dragonfly is a spectacular science mission with broad community interest, and we are excited to take the next steps on this mission,” said Nicky Fox, associate administrator of NASA’s science mission directorate. “Exploring Titan will push the boundaries of what we can do with...
Motoring
All most South Africa certain Kia Tasman shows itself in first teasers
Having commenced teasing the Tasman just over a month ago, Kia has released the first official teaser images of its…
Motoring
Motoring
Porsche Cayenne GTS returns as range’s most powerful non-hybrid
GTS will arrive in South Africa around the third or fourth quarter in either standard guise, or as the lowered-roof Coupe.
Motoring
Health
Abortion Data Wars: States and Cities Debate How Much Information to Collect
Some states with Republican-controlled legislatures want more data, while some controlled by Democrats want less, fearing it could be used to target patients or providers.
Health
Joel Breman, Who Helped Stop an Ebola Outbreak in Africa, Dies at 87
A member of the original team flown in to fight the deadly virus in 1976, he also worked to stamp out tropical diseases like smallpox, malaria and Guinea worm.
Health
Lori and George Schappell, Long-Surviving Conjoined Twins, Die at 62
They were distinct people who pursued different lives. “Get past this already, everybody,” Lori said, “get past it and learn to know the individual person.”
Health
Why are we so ill? The working-age health crisis
The number of under 65s struggling with poor health is rising – and it’s a threat to the economy.
Nature
News24 Business | End of tax break didn’t dent demand for solar loans, says Absa
Incentives are important to drive solar PV adoption, but with a tax break for households falling away, load shedding is still a major driver of rooftop installations says Absa’s head of sustainability, Punki Modise.
Nature
News24 Business | SA scientists are planting 11 000 gum trees to test their bad reputation
Stellenbosch University researchers are planting thousands of gum trees to track how they compete for resources so there can be more sustainable ways of managing them.
Nature
News24 Business | OPINION | True community ownership in the shift to renewables – just how far off are we?
If approached strategically, community trusts can promote the meaningful participation of communities in the transition to renewable energy. As an industry, we have our work cut out in order to realise this potential.
Nature
News24 Business | Here’s where most EVs can be found in Africa, and SA tops the list
In the midst of a global push towards electric vehicles, African nations are forging ahead with systems and policies to ramp up EV adoption – here’s the top 10 countries with most EVs.