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As more bodies found, UN’s Turk ‘horrified’ by Gaza mass graves reports
Volker Turk calls for independent inquiry after Palestinian authorities uncover hundreds of bodies at hospital.
TUESDAY, 23 APRIL 2024, 15:02
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Volker Turk calls for independent inquiry after Palestinian authorities uncover hundreds of bodies at hospital.
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Sasol shares fell the most in more than a year after the synthetic fuel and chemical maker reported issues throughout its South African operations.
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The teen says Neil Foden told her to take the abuse with her “to the grave”.
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Nottingham Forest are offered the chance to listen to VAR audio from their game at Everton.
South Africa
Honoring Citibank, N.A., Lebohang “Lebo M” Morake and Wendy Luhabe and with Special Guests Reverend Naomi Tutu, Redi Tlhabi and Mungi Ngomane Celebrating 30 years of empowerment and investing in Southern Africa, Shared Interest, a leading non-profit guarantee fund dedicated to providing Black women entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized enterprises in Southern Africa with...
South Africa
Former Tshwane mayor Murunwa Makwarela has died.
South Africa
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi promised to help police resolve Mashata’s case speedily.
South Africa
Jub Jub will remain on bail and is not permitted to communicate or contact the complainants.
World
The BBC’s Andrew Harding, in France, witnesses people clambering aboard a small boat bound for the UK.
World
The consumer protection agency has summoned the owner in its investigation into racism allegations.
World
Prosecutors say David Pecker used a strategy at the National Enquirer to bury negative stories on Trump.
World
As gang violence continues to rage, two-thirds of children are now in need of aid, the UN warns.
Africa
Facing a “worrying proliferation” of attack dogs, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi has called for government control over the ownership of certain breeds, including pit bulls and boerboels.
Africa
More than 50 000 people have been displaced by clashes in a disputed area in northern Ethiopia, the United Nations said, as the international community expressed concern about the violence involving fighters from rival regions.
Africa
Galp Energia’s shares jumped after the Portuguese oil company said a well test “potentially” indicates Mopane could be an important commercial find in Namibia.
Africa
Zimbabwe’s new currency has wiped out a more than 330% gain on the stock market this year, leaving investors dealing with the fallout.
Business
New data shows that South Africans are being forced to shift their spending priorities as the higher cost of living eats away at longer-term goals.
Business
Xiaomi’s smart cameras offer excellent recording quality and many advanced security features.
Business
Business
FlySafair has been hailed as one of the best performing airlines in the world by aviation analytics company Cirium.
Politics
The controversial politician was facing charges over an allegedly fraudulent insolvency clearance certificate
Politics
Dennis Bloem says he has been left speechless by Murunwa Makwarela’s sudden passing.
Politics
Abahlali has previously backed the Democratic Alliance and the Socialist Revolutionary Workers Party
Politics
The MK Party says it will continue to use its name and logo after court ruled in its favour.
Sport
The first entries for the 128th renewal of the R5 million Grade 1 Hollywoodbets Durban July have been unveiled.
Sport
Underwhelming signing in the pipeline?
Sport
Handre Pollard and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi headline the list of Springboks unavailable for selection. Here is the full list.
Sport
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino is like a “father” to him before Tuesday’s match at Emirates Stadium.
Education
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
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
[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
[Africa Renewal] Nigerian gender advocate roots for empowerment of women and girls
Lifestyle
KZN vocal group The Joy have not only received recognition from Doja Cat, but other artists such as Jennifer Hudson and Alicia Keys.
Lifestyle
American actor Tom Cruise electrified Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday bash with a jaw-dropping breakdancing performance.
Lifestyle
Excessive barking in dogs can stem from various reasons such as territorial behavior, fear, loneliness, and separation anxiety.
Lifestyle
Virgin Active revealed that a transgender member has confirmed their gender identity via documentation amid safety concerns.
Entertainment
In Alexandria “we make art, but in Cairo, it’s a whole industry”, Dareen, 21, told AFP, her bright pink nails protruding from fingerless leather gloves.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Swift began writing songs professionally as a teenager, signing with Nashville’s Big Machine Records as a country artist.
Entertainment
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.
Science/Tech
Xiaomi smart cameras will keep your home safe thanks to their intelligent security features.
Science/Tech
Netstar said the new facility is the largest real-time vehicle telematics bureau in Africa.
Science/Tech
Polish director Besaleel’s film will feature an AI-rendered Russian president and footage shot by Ukrainian film-makers during the Russian invasion
The “world premiere” of a new biopic of Russian president Vladimir Putin featuring an AI-rendered central character, has been announced for 26 September. In a statement released via PR Leap, Polish studio AIO said the film, titled Putin, will be...
Science/Tech
Analytico used data from MyBroadband’s speed test app to determine the top 20 neighbourhoods in South Africa with the highest concentrations of iPhone users.
Motoring
By the end of the year, 45% of new vehicles sold in China will be electric and 25% in Europe.
Motoring
An official approval for South Africa has so far not been made, though expect 2025 as a likely time of reveal should the green light be given.
Motoring
Having commenced teasing the Tasman just over a month ago, Kia has released the first official teaser images of its…
Motoring
Health
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
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
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
The number of under 65s struggling with poor health is rising – and it’s a threat to the economy.
Nature
Forced by energy insecurity, and in pursuit of a sustainable future, is it possible to go completely off the grid? Jan van Ravenswaay shares what you need to know.
Nature
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
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
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.