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South Africa

Madlanga Commission hears testimony on Durban harbour drug seizure

Today at 10:25 AM, via SAnews

Madlanga Commission hears testimony on Durban harbour drug seizure

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System will today hear testimony relating to the seizure of a consignment of drugs at the Durban harbour on 22 June 2024, but proceedings will take place behind closed doors.

The testimony of Witness H...

South Africa

President Ramaphosa hails South32 investment as Hillside Aluminium marks 30 years

Today at 09:31 AM, via SAnews

President Ramaphosa hails South32 investment as Hillside Aluminium marks 30 years

President Cyril Ramaphosa has hailed Hillside Aluminium’s contribution to South Africa’s economy, skills development and job creation, while reaffirming government’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for investment and industrial growth.

Speaking at the 30th anniversary celebration of the...

South Africa

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Mayor leads relief efforts

Today at 09:30 AM, via SAnews

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Mayor leads relief efforts

Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Babalwa Lobishe has been conducting site visits across flood-affected communities to ensure the smooth progress of relief interventions as heavy rains continue to disrupt large parts of the metro.

By Thursday afternoon, more than 1 000 residents had been evacuated from flooded areas, with...

Politics

TIMELINE | Phala Phala farm case

Yesterday at 16:42 PM, via SABC News

Interactive timeline summarises key events since a large sum of money was stolen from Phala Phala.

Education

Tanzania: Mkenda Outlines Five Priorities in 2.394tri/ – Education Plan

Today at 09:51 AM, via AllAfrica

[Daily News] Dodoma — Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Professor Adolf Mkenda, has requested Parliament’s approval of a total budget of 2.394tri/- for the 2026/27 financial year, as his ministry seeks to implement five key priorities aligned with ongoing reforms in the education sector.

Entertainment

WIN: tickets to DSJ Schulbasar 2026!

Today at 10:35 AM, via The Citizen

Simply answer a quick question & 10 lucky readers can each win 4 entry tickets to DSJ Schulbasar 2026, valued at R760!

Science/Tech

Meet Rassvet, Russia’s Answer to Starlink

Today at 10:30 AM, via Wired

With the launch of the first 16 satellites, Russia begins construction of a network for satellite internet that aims to cover the entire country by 2030. But getting there won’t be easy.

Science/Tech

Renewed strategy boosts GoTyme

Today at 10:28 AM, via ITWeb

The bank’s “phygital” model combines upgraded digital services with in-person banking support across malls in Gauteng and Western Cape.

Motoring

Bad news about petrol supplies

Today at 08:07 AM, via TopAuto

Crude oil from petroleum-producing countries has fallen to a 36-year low due to the Middle East conflict.