The rise of illicit alcohol in South Africa is not just an industry concern — it is a national crisis with deep implications for public health and economic growth. New research commissioned by the Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) and conducted by Euromonitor International reveals a surge in the illicit market that threatens to […]

The Empire Partner Foundation today announced Liyabona Vengane, a 20-year-old Bachelor of Accounting student at the University of Johannesburg, as the June 2025 winner of the TFS Q&A Competition, a monthly challenge run under EPF’s initiative, Solve 4 X. This month’s question – “How can technology help students learn better?” – drew responses from bright […]

The company has appealed against the fine handed down earlier this year over alleged anti-competitive behaviour.

Outa is taking its fight against Johannesburg’s controversial new by-law regarding private CCTV cameras to court.

The Department of Home Affairs’ new identity verification service that enables government users and private sector clients to verify information against the National Population Register (NPR) is making progress since its rollout earlier this month. “The department is proud to report that it has already successfully onboarded government’s entire justice cluster to the upgraded service, […]

Huawei has launched South Africa’s latest “fibre-to-the-room (FTTR)+X” solution for intelligent, all-optical smart homes.

The Democratic Alliance (DA) can confirm that the criminal complaint it lodged against ANC Minister Nobuhle Nkabane is now under investigation by the Priority Crimes Investigation Unit, the Hawks. This development marks a critical step in holding the ANC accountable for systemic corruption. Karabo Khakhau MP, DA National Spokesperson and Member of the Committee on […]

The chairperson of the parliamentary portfolio committee on police integrity, Ian Cameron, has called for an urgent investigation into systemic corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS). This follows damning allegations by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, exposing deep-rooted rot in the police force. Cameron stated, “The allegations...

Apple took a challenge against EU regulators to Europe’s second highest court on Monday.

South Africa has been trying to negotiate a trade deal with Trump’s administration since May.

The Public Protector has found that former SASSA CEO Busisiwe Memela-Khambula was irregularly appointed in 2019 by then-Minister of Social Development Susan Shabangu, who approved an inflated salary of R2.65 million per year, far above the prescribed R1.88 million. DA Deputy Spokesperson on Social Development, Alexandra Abrahams, stated: “This is a blatant abuse of power and a betrayal of […]

Rain has launched a new device, with new wireless plans, that combines a portable speaker, 5G router and camera.

With the right setup, an RMM tool can monitor hundreds or thousands of devices. But it is also where risk begins.

If you’ve tried to enrol your child in a South African school recently, you’ll know something isn’t right.

The chance of a return to load shedding this winter has been reduced after Eskom announced it reintegrated Medupi unit 4.

 Rain has just changed the way South Africa connects. Introducing the Loop, a fusion of portable 5G WiFi, stereo sound, and smart connectivity, all wrapped into one sleek device. This isn’t just another router or Bluetooth speaker. It’s the Loop, the first of its kind, creating an entirely new category. I magine carrying your WiFi in your bag, […]

One of the positive features of the government of national unity has been the openness of ministers to engage with business. A better understanding of each other’s needs and objectives can help all of us make progress. Last week we were privileged to host the Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa to address […]

While full transmission system independence may take several years, we can accelerate progress on immediate priorities.

President Cyril Ramaphosa, who is away in Brazil, has warned against continuing the public spat between KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) top policeman, Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, and Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. The KZN police commissioner, Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi, on Sunday accused Minister Mchunu of meddling in criminal cases. RELATED: KZN Police Boss Mkhwanazi Accuses Police Minister Of Meddling In Crime […]

It’s not what you expect

UPDATE: Read the solutions here

Before we get to today’s puzzles, I’d like to introduce the most interesting number in the universe.

108

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The brilliant planet will move across the invisible line between the pair and appear 3 degrees away from the star Aldebaran

This week, Venus will pass through the so-called Golden Gate of the Ecliptic. Although the name has risen to prominence with science popularisers in recent decades, its exact origin is unknown.

It references two star clusters in the constellation Taurus, the Bull. The...