News24 | Qatar mediates Rafah crossing reopening as Palestinians fear one-way exit from Gaza
The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said Doha is engaged with mediators to reopen the Rafah crossing into besieged Gaza and deliver aid.
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How much it costs to be smuggled into South Africa
The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority says that they are fighting an increasingly lucrative and common business – smuggling undocumented foreigners into South Africa.
PERSONAL FINANCE: Make sure your budget is more balanced than your festive diet was
As you recover from the festive season’s indulgences, it’s a good time to reflect on how your financial habits mirror your eating choices.
Rich South Africans are rushing to buy these properties
South Africa’s high-value property market is experiencing a major shift as wealthy buyers and developers increasingly prioritise climate resilience alongside traditional markers of luxury.
FUNDING REFORM: NSFAS seeks to avoid failures of 2025 with direct payments and campus deployments
NSFAS says it is committed to ensuring that 2026 is an efficient and effective year. This is after acting CEO Waseem Carrim says they are willing to be held accountable this year, as more than 600,000 applicants have been approved for bursaries, while all students will receive their full book and meal allowance on 1 February 2025.
FIFA World Cup: How to buy tickets for the final
The FIFA World Cup is on the horizon, and tickets for the final are already available for fans to purchase online. Here’s how you can do it…
Fast-growing South African brand scores major deal with Liverpool FC
The Premier League Champions have announced a five-year retail partnership with this fast-growing South African brand.
New legal drinking age incoming for South Africa? Bold proposal lands on Ramaphosa’s desk
Activists want President Cyril Ramaphosa to raise South Africa’s legal drinking age as alcohol-related harm and spending reach record highs.
News24 | Reservoir roulette: Will your area run dry during Rand Water maintenance?
Johannesburg water systems, which are set to be affected by the 54-hour Rand Water maintenance programme, have yet to show signs of struggle, according to reservoir levels reported by Johannesburg Water.
The South African rand is stronger than it seems
Traders are just fine with the rand at its strongest level against the dollar in more than three years, volatility measures show.
News24 | Italian village celebrates birth of first baby in three decades
Lara’s birth has brought the village’s population to roughly 20
Three tourism officials in South Africa in hot water over disputed tender
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has confirmed that three departmental officials are facing disciplinary action following an independent investigation into a tourism monitor programme tender.
How to Use Gold’s Correlation With Other Trading Assets in the Forex Market
Gold has been the backbone of international finance throughout history, impacting monetary policy, investor behavior, and cross-asset dynamics.
WHAT’S COOKING: Salad Days: Garlicky roasted baby potato salad
A roasted salad? I don’t see why not.
News24 | ‘Greenland belongs to its people’: Europe backs Denmark in face of US interest in Greenland
Leaders from major European powers expressed support for Denmark and Greenland on Tuesday in a joint statement, saying the Arctic island belongs to its people, following renewed interest by US President Donald Trump in taking over the Danish territory.
Minister says anyone who opens a debate about BEE promotes white supremacy
Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe said anyone who opens a debate about black economic empowerment promotes white supremacy.