Researcher earns gold for allergy breakthrough
University of Cape Town researcher recognised for pioneering work in allergy science.
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Private South African ‘university’ now training police officers
STADIO has partnered with the City of Cape Town to develop a first-of-its-kind bachelor’s degree in municipal policing to professionalise and expand training for metro police across South Africa.
Nedbank returns to lead as platinum partner for the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards
Nedbank returns to lead as Platinum Partner for the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards The 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards will take place on 17 & 18 June 2026 at the Sandton Convention Centre, with Nedbank returning as Platinum Partner and at a pivotal moment for South Africa’s transformation agenda. This […]
News24 | ‘I don’t want to get into a debate’: Pope Leo refuses to back down from antiwar stance
Pope Leo told Reuters that he plans to continue speaking out against war after US President Donald Trump’s direct attack on the leader of the 1.4-billion-member church.
Brenthurst Wealth top advice firm, says ChatGPT
Brenthurst prides itself on its comprehensive communication strategy which has established the company as a leading brand in boutique wealth management.
New luxury seaside resort under fire in South Africa
Club Med has landed in the middle of a furore over the best way to keep sharks from attacking tourists at its more than R2 billion South African resort.
Alleviating the pain of family disputes
The North-West University is calling on legal practitioners to strengthen their skills through its specialised Divorce and Family Mediation CPD Workshop.
Millionaire town in South Africa collapsing in front of everyone’s eyes
Knysna is facing severe governance and financial challenges, with failing basic services, rising wage costs, and leadership instability pushing the municipality towards collapse.
Tourism travel: can South Africa benefit from the Middle East crisis?
Tourism travel shifts south as Middle East tensions disrupt routes. Can South Africa gain from changing demand?
Millions of Rockstar Games business records stolen, hacking group says
April 13 (Reuters) – A hacking group with a history of compromising major global corporations said it had stolen nearly 80 million business records from video game developer Rockstar Games, the maker of Grand Theft Auto.
US begins blockade of Iran’s ports, Tehran threatens retaliation
WASHINGTON/DUBAI, April 13 (Reuters) – The U.S. military began a blockade of Iran’s ports on Monday, President Donald Trump said, and Tehran threatened to retaliate against its Gulf neighbors’ ports after weekend talks in Islamabad on ending the war broke down.
AMABHUNGANE ANALYSIS: Who will save sugar industry giant Tongaat-Hulett?
Court showdown looms in the potential liquidation of KwaZulu-Natal’s rural anchor company Tongaat-Hulett.
INVESTIGATION: Exclusive: Second Cabinet minister implicated in Chinese SUV scandal
Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Maropene Ramokgopa has also been accused of giving luxury donated Chinese SUVs to her family and loved ones without disclosing this.
Mystery diplomat: Ramaphosa has an ambassador to the US, but mum’s the word
SA has finally selected an ambassador to the US, but is working on the formalities.
DASHED AMERICAN DREAM: ‘Wasn’t me’ — the Viljoens deny US shoplifting charges, while still in ICE custody
South African couple Melany and Peet Viljoen were arrested in America about a month ago for alleged shoplifting. They have now both pleaded not guilty, but remain in US immigration enforcement detention while the case against them unfolds.
UNHOLY ROW OP-ED: Speaking truth to power — why the Catholic Church won’t be silenced by Trump
SA’s Cardinal Brislin slams the US president’s attacks on Pope Leo XIV, insisting the papacy is not political theatre.
GROUNDUP: In photos: Army enters Cape Town’s Lavender Hill, but some are sceptical
The army and police entered Lavender Hill and Steenberg on the Cape Flats on Friday, searching suspected drug houses. While children were excited, some, including Members of Parliament, expressed scepticism that the more than R800m Operation Prosper would have a sustained impact on crime.
CORRUPTION PROBE: University of Fort Hare turmoil deepens as vice-chancellor is suspended amid SIU investigation
University of Fort Hare Vice-Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu has been suspended as the SIU investigates serious corruption and maladministration claims at the university spanning two decades.