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LVMH shut down in Russia when the war started. But it kept a storied hotel that serves sanctioned clients
When the war in Ukraine started in February 2022, LVMH shuttered its Louis Vuitton, Dior and Bulgari boutiques in Russia days before Europe imposed export sanctions on luxury goods.
New national tax in South Africa under fire
The National Treasury’s proposed 20% tax on online gambling has drawn criticism from industry groups and the Free Market Foundation, who warn it could be hard to enforce on offshore operators and may push more South Africans toward illegal platforms.
SOWETAN | Stadium ticketing faces huge derby test
After weeks of trial, error and frustration for fans over the new ticketing system, we hope there won’t be any glitches at FNB Stadium when the much-anticipated, sold-out Soweto Derby between Chiefs and Pirates kicks off on Saturday.
Wits sociology professor Srila Roy resigns after backlash over offensive post
Prof Srila Roy has resigned as head of the sociology department at the University of the Witwatersrand following backlash over a comment posted on X earlier this month.
‘I would never say that’ – US Olympian on White House AI video
USA men’s ice hockey player Brady Tkachuk distances himself from an AI-enhanced White House video in which he appears to disparage Canadians, saying “those words would never come out of my mouth”.
Durban high school girls empowered with car fixing skills
Girls at Kloof High School in Durban recently benefitted from an automotive skills workshop.
BREAKING | Geordin Hill-Lewis announces bid to replace Steenhuisen
Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has thrown his name in the hat in the race to replace John Steenhuisen as leader of the DA.
Geordin Hill-Lewis announces bid to replace Steenhuisen
Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has thrown his name in the hat in the race to replace John Steenhuisen as leader of the DA.
WATCH | Geordin Hill-Lewis announces bid to replace Steenhuisen
Cape Town mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has thrown his name in the hat in the race to replace John Steenhuisen as leader of the DA.
Gregg Wallace and BBC settle damages claim
Court documents state the claim against the BBC and BBC Studios has been “discontinued”.
Solly Msimanga announces bid for DA federal chair position
The DA Gauteng leader held a media briefing to announce his standing on Friday morning
LETTER | Vaal taxi rank finally opens
The downside of the new rank is that there is a R2 fee to use the public toilets.
Cell C Business Unveils SME Connectivity Strategy Designed to Ensure Nothing Stops South African Businesses
Cell C today announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
LETTER | Budget makes me optimistic about municipal reforms
Corrupt officials use a lack of proper communication to avoid accountability, as it is hard to point fingers when you do not know who is responsible for the mess.
One thing South Africa needs to end a decade of pain
South Africa’s latest budget painted an encouraging picture of improving public finances, according to Moody’s Ratings, while cautioning that “meaningful” debt reduction will require stronger economic growth.
South Africa’s richest city elects its first deputy mayor
Finance MMC and the ANC’s regional Chairperson Loyiso Masuku has been appointed the city’s first deputy mayor, a position that will cost taxpayers R1.2 million a year.
Why I left ActionSA for DA: outgoing ActionSA councillor Mandla Nyaqela
Outgoing ActionSA proportional representation (PR) councillor in Johannesburg Mandla Nyaqela, who has joined the DA, has accused party leader Herman Mashaba of tightly controlling the organisation.
OP-ED: A curveball from the heart
After weeks of unexplained fatigue, a frightening trip to the emergency room brought a diagnosis: a heart condition requiring urgent attention. Tony Jackman writes candidly about the shock and the enforced pause as he prepares for surgery.
By-Electioncast: Greens Win Gorton and Denton
Hannah Spencer is the new Green MP for Gorton and Denton.
COLLECTIVE RESOLVE: Meet the SA scientists who are refusing to let HIV vaccine research stall
A cutting-edge, South African-led HIV vaccine trial built on decades of research recently began in Cape Town. Spotlight unpacks what exactly is being studied, and how the resilience, tenacity and urgency of a group of dedicated SA researchers made it possible.