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OUR CITY NEWS: Government entities owe Joburg Water R628m — see who’s not paying their accounts
Government departments and parastatals owe Joburg Water in excess of R600-million, with more than half of this money being 91 days overdue.
Suspect in dock today over fatal stabbing on Cape Town airport road
More active law enforcement is needed to deal with the years-long failure to protect travellers leaving the airport in Cape Town, says Andre Snyman of eBlockwatch. File photo.
BREACH ALERT: Matric exam leak — how ‘investigative marking’ bust pupils at 7 Pretoria schools
A security breach involving leaked National Senior Certificate exam papers and marking guidelines has been detected in Gauteng. The Department of Basic Education’s quality assurance system flagged irregularities, leading to the suspension of two staff members and a national investigation.
The fall of Uvira is a turning point in the DRC conflict
The city’s capture by M23 means neighbouring Burundi, an ally of the DRC government, now shares a border with an area controlled by the rebels, escalating the risk of cross-border conflict
R161 million taxpayer-funded UIF scandal in South Africa
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU), together with specialised South African Police Service (SAPS) units, is conducting a large-scale search and seizure operation across KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.
OPINION | True measure of GCIS is citizen reach, not media visibility
Media evaluations of government ministers need comprehensive and objective criteria rather than superficial visibility.
WINNING PLAYBOOK: Stormers borrow from Rassie’s playbook to steal a march on local rivals
For South African rugby coaches and some of the country’s leading players, it’s the least-wonderful time of the year.
KAROO SNIPPETS: Karoo incomers, can-do aunties, the constant gardener and an old man’s band
The Karoo is full of vibrant characters, from a self-made gardening entrepreneur to a roaming ‘old man’s band’.
BEE has made white people in South Africa richer and less dependent on the state – Ernst Roets
Commentator Ernst Roets argues that the introduction of BEE prompted many white South Africans to become entrepreneurs due to a lack of other opportunities, which ironically made them wealthier and worsened inequalities.
Gauteng education officials suspended over matric exam paper leak
Minister Siviwe Gwarube announced the suspension and police reporting of two department of basic education officials over allegations of leaking matric exam papers, with 26 learners from Tshwane schools having accessed the answers prior to the exams.
Jail will be good rehab for crystal meth-addicted Shebeshx, cops tell court
Lekompo artist Shebeshxt appeared in court for a bail application after allegedly shooting a fan, revealing his struggles with alcohol and crystal meth addiction. His lawyer argued for release due to a medical condition.
Jail will be good rehab for crystal meth-addicted Shebeshxt, cops tell court
Lekompo artist Shebeshxt appeared in court for a bail application after allegedly shooting a fan, revealing his struggles with alcohol and crystal meth addiction. His lawyer argued for release due to a medical condition.
The forgotten crisis crushing South Africa’s economy
South Africa’s political environment remains a significant constraint on economic growth, with it being a major reason why companies are hesitant to invest in the country.
News24 | Suspected kingpin, UIF staff targeted in SIU raids over R161m Covid-19 TERS fraud
Raids related to Covid-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme fraud worth R161 million were carried out by the Special Investigating Unit when officials armed with search and seizure warrants pounced in Tshwane and KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday.
WATCH | Sheppard sees UK trip boosting Chiefs’ reserves title hopes
Kaizer Chiefs DStv Diski Challenge coach Dillon Sheppard is hopeful that their UK trip experience, where they defeated Manchester United and drew with Leeds United and QPR, will help them win a second consecutive reserve league title.
Longstanding stokvel thrives with cashless contributions
Itireleng Bokamoso stokvel, led by Irene Thathani, is a longstanding financial cooperative in Diepsloot, Gauteng, that has innovatively managed member contributions by eliminating cash handling to prevent theft and promote safety.
WATCH | Education minister briefs media on possible matric breach
Minister of basic education, Siviwe Gwarube, addressed members of the media following the identification of a matric exam breach.
ERRONEOUS CONCLUSIONS OP-ED: Reassessing the debate on medical tax credits and NHI — accuracy matters for sound health policy
The ongoing debate about medical tax credits and the National Health Insurance reveals critical nuances that are often oversimplified. Accurate discourse is essential for developing sound health policies that promote equity and financial protection in South Africa’s complex health landscape.
South Africa given the cold shoulder
The U.S. will convene a meeting of officials from the Group of 20 major economies starting on Monday to kick off planning for next year without South Africa, when it holds the group’s rotating presidency.