3,000 litres of confiscated alcohol poured down the drain in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town has destroyed 3,000l of alcohol confiscated during the first two weeks of December.
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DOCKSIDE DIVIDENDS: Cruise boom docks R1.79bn into Western Cape economy
Cape Town’s economy is seeing growth in two key areas: cruise tourism and the commercial activity of the inner city. Data from Wesgro and the Cape Town Central City Improvement District shows rising passenger numbers, strong international demand and sustained property and retail investment in the CBD.
WATCH LIVE | Memorial service for ‘selfless’ DJ Warras
Family, friends and the media are gathering in Sandton, Gauteng, on Friday to remember slain media personality Warrick “DJ Warras” Stock, who was fatally shot in the Johannesburg CBD on Tuesday.
eThekwini closes four beaches after pollution detected
eThekwini municipality temporarily closed four bathing beaches after the detection of pollution on Thursday.
BMA arrests Mozambican nationals found with 46 fake passports for bribery attempt
Two Mozambican nationals were arrested for attempting to bribe Border Management Authority (BMA) officers at Kosi Bay to enter South Africa with 46 Mozambican passports bearing fraudulent stamps.
News24 | Australia launches buyback scheme to ‘get guns off our streets’ after Bondi Beach shooting
Australia will use a sweeping buyback scheme to “get guns off our streets”, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Friday as hundreds plunged into the ocean to honour Bondi Beach shooting victims.
White South Africans could get Trump biography for kids in refugee package
White South Africans coming to the U.S. as refugees could get a biography of President Donald Trump for children as part of a welcome packet.
GEOPOLITICAL SHIFTS OP-ED: G20: South Africa’s host dilemma amid signals of US hegemony’s decline
In the wake of the G20 summit’s controversies, South Africa grapples with the implications of shifting US hegemony, highlighting the dynamics of colonialism and ‘whitening’ in a complex narrative of race, power and resistance in modern geopolitics.
Bitcoin vs. Gold as a Safe-Haven Asset: What Traders Need to Know
Both Gold and Bitcoin are among the most popularly traded instruments on the JustMarkets platform, and the broker offers various lessons in risk management, diversification, and market psychology.
SARS coming after South African taxpayers for millions
SARS is intensifying its crackdown on tax evasion and non-compliance, using strengthened powers and partnerships with IDAC to pursue taxpayers for millions and enforce serious criminal consequences.
South Africa’s cabinet versus the rest of the world
South Africa has one of the largest national executives, with the 77-person composition significantly larger than many developed countries.
News24 | Sweet cheats: 15 quick and easy desserts for Christmas
These are 15 desserts that pack a real punch while keeping the labour to a minimum. They are built for hot weather, full fridges, and cooks who understand that good ingredients, clever shortcuts, and confident assembly often matter more than technical baking skills.
SA reaffirms its sovereignty as US again attacks Pretoria
Dirco spokesperson spokesperson Chrispin Phiri, said South Africa reaffirmed sovereign immigration enforcement and that US data allegations would be addressed through diplomatic channels
News24 | How a cycling group is trying to make Cape Town’s roads safer
Ghost bikes, an initiative that started in the US, honours cyclists who have died.
After BlackRock’s record 2025 inflows: Why Eden Miner is the top “post-ETF” strategy for 2026
As Wall Street buys up the spot supply, smart investors are moving beyond “Hodling” to generate “Daily Cash Flow” via Eden Miner’s hashrate contracts. [ Global Market Watch | December 2025 Edition ] [ Market Review: The ETF Frenzy & Its Flaw ] According to the latest data from BlackRock’s iShares, 2025 was the wildest […]
South African crypto firm Ezeebit secures $2M seed funding to boost Stablecoin use across Africa
South African startup, Ezeebit, is making progress in the quickly changing world of digital finance. The cryptocurrency payment firm, which is regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), has received $2.05 million in seed funding. Founder Collective, a US-based group, led this round of funding as stablecoins become more accepted in Africa. Founded in […]
The best metrics to track to achieve low-risk online slots gameplay
Slots are an entertaining casino game, but they can draw you in as the reels keep spinning. Analyze these metrics to maintain a low-risk gameplay strategy to safeguard your bankroll. You can spin through the best slots with real prizes by evaluating return to player (RTP), slot volatility, and other important metrics. Return To Player […]
News24 | Trump supporters eagerly await Jeffrey Epstein files: ‘It took too long’
In Phoenix, at a meeting of an influential conservative organisation, supporters of US President Donald Trump say they are keenly awaiting the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Big petrol price cuts coming for South Africa
South African motorists are set for significant relief in January 2026, with petrol and diesel prices expected to fall, driven by sharply lower global oil prices amid a projected 2026 surplus and a resilient rand.