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South Africa

SIU scores freezing order on properties linked to misused NLC funds

Today at 13:41 PM, via SAnews

SIU scores freezing order on properties linked to misused NLC funds

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has secured a preservation order freezing two properties after an investigation uncovered that millions in National Lotteries Commission (NLC) funds intended for a KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) agricultural project were instead diverted for personal gain.

The preservation order, granted by...

South Africa

President Ramaphosa dismisses Social Development Minister 

Today at 13:36 PM, via SAnews

President Ramaphosa dismisses Social Development Minister 

President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in terms of section 91(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, has removed Minister of Social Development, Sisisi Tolashe, from her position. Section 91(2) of the Constitution empowers the President to appoint and dismiss members of the Cabinet at his/ her discretion.In a...

South Africa

South Africa’s Energy Transition Exposes Construction Skills Gap as AI and Digital Tools Reshape Site Operations

Today at 13:26 PM, via iAfrica

South Africa’s energy transition is placing new demands on the construction sector. As the country expands its grid, integrates renewable energy and modernises infrastructure, construction companies are moving beyond traditional projects to deliver solar and wind farms, support grid expansion and work across Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) programmes central to energy...

Africa

Afcon final ‘deficiencies’ dealt with – Motsepe

Yesterday at 16:56 PM, via BBC News

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe admits to errors following the chaotic Afcon final between Morocco and Senegal which dented Caf’s reputation.

Business

Ramaphosa announces Cabinet change

Today at 14:14 PM, via BusinessTech

President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired Minister Sisisi Tolashe from the position of Minister of Social Development, following months of controversy.

Business

Discovery Bank fraud warning

Today at 12:30 PM, via BusinessTech

Discovery Bank has warned South Africans about a surge in one type of scam used to steal banking details and money from unsuspecting motorists.

Sport

Banned Springbok must forfeit earnings

Today at 13:47 PM, via The South African

Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has not only received a hefty 18-month suspension, but he must repay certain earnings.

Sport

Official: Kaizer Chiefs announce new CEO

Today at 13:41 PM, via The South African

Kaizer Chiefs have officially confirmed Bheki Shongwe as the club’s new Chief Group Executive Officer (CEO).

Science/Tech

Gen Z Is Pioneering a New Understanding of Truth

Today at 13:00 PM, via Wired

The first generation to truly grow up online, Generation Z and their cohort live in a social media ecosystem that blends facts and feelings. It’s significantly shifting how they understand what’s true.

Health

What sugar does to your body

Today at 13:18 PM, via BBC News

Just how bad for you is eating sugar? And why is fruit still a good option – even though it has lots of sugar?