Only 25% of South African unit trust funds outperformed the market
Schalk Louw, a portfolio manager and strategist at PSG Wealth, shared eye-opening information about the performance of South African unit trust funds.
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China plans space‑based AI data centres, challenging Musk’s SpaceX ambitions
BEIJING, Jan 29 (Reuters) – China plans to launch space‑based artificial intelligence data centres over the next five years, state media reported on Thursday, a challenge to Elon Musk’s plan to deploy SpaceX data centres to the heavens.
South African property market shows signs of recovery
The South African property market is showing signs of recovery in 2026, with falling interest rates improving affordability for all buyers.
Ethiopian Airlines cancels flights to Tigray region after clashes
ADDIS ABABA, Jan 29 (Reuters) – Ethiopian Airlines cancelled flights to the northern territory of Tigray on Thursday and residents were trying to withdraw cash from banks after clashes between regional and national forces raised fears of renewed conflict.
Minnesota Governor Walz rules out running for elective office, saying ‘never again’
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan 28 (Reuters) – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, describing himself as a political “lightning rod,” said on Wednesday he would never run for elective office again.
UK’s Starmer signals China reset in talks with Xi, eyes economic wins
BEIJING, Jan 29 (Reuters) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday that he wanted to build a “sophisticated relationship” with Beijing to bolster security and the economy, signalling a reset after years of strained ties.
Salif Keita to headline international jazz festival’s African debut
Legendary Malian musician Salif Keita will headline the inaugural African edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek from March 27 to 29.
Toyota retains top carmaker crown in 2025 with record global sales
Toyota Motor has maintained its position as the world’s top-selling carmaker for the sixth consecutive year in 2025, achieving a record global sale of 11.3-million vehicles.
Kaze praises Chiefs’ grit on tough away pitch
Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Cedric Kaze praised his team’s resilience in securing a 1-0 victory against Marumo Gallants at Dr Molemela Stadium despite challenging pitch conditions, crediting Glody Lilepo’s impressive goal.
Suzuki overtakes Nissan as Japan’s third-largest carmaker
Suzuki reported a 1.4% rise in global sales to about 3.3-million cars last year
STORM IMPACT: Severe weather affects Sasol’s Mozambique operations but gas supplies remain uninterrupted
Heavy rains in Mozambique have disrupted Sasol’s condensate transport and forced a temporary reduction in gas production, but the company says supplies to customers remain uninterrupted and operations are not materially affected.
SA’s auto sector is not seeking steep import duty hikes, BMW CEO says
South Africa’s automotive industry is not calling for steep hikes in vehicle import duties and instead wants targeted auto policy adjustments to support domestic manufacturing, BMW South Africa’s CEO said on Wednesday.
News24 | World’s first face and double hand transplant recipient shares inspiring memoir
After undergoing life-changing transplants, Joe DiMeo opens up about resilience and love in his new book
BHEKISISA: Cutting: Why teens turn to self-harm when they don’t have words for their pain
Self-harm among SA adolescents is emerging as a far more widespread problem than previously understood, with new research showing alarmingly high rates among school-aged children. Experts say the behaviour is often a response to unprocessed trauma, loss and emotional distress, rather than a desire to die, but warn it is a strong predictor of later suicide risk in a country where mental health...
ANC to organise national protest against the US
The ANC says it will organise a mass, national protest against the United States, saying that South Africa is under attack and will not be bullied.
Orlando Pirates part ways with top defender!
Orlando Pirates have had to make a tough decision of letting one of their top defenders go after requesting to be released from his contract.
Madlanga commission finds prima facie evidence against implicated witnesses
The Madlanga commission has found prima facie evidence of wrongdoing against suspended Ekurhuleni acting police chief Julius Mkhwanazi and other implicated witnesses, involving allegations of criminality, corruption, fraud, and other unlawful conduct.