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Civil servants in South Africa earn R700,000 per year on average
Economist Dawie Roodt said South Africans should be angry at civil servants demanding large increases, as they already earn an average of R58,000 per month.
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MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT: Oil and gold price surge will shock and awe SA
The spectre of oil at $100 (R1,607) a barrel will haunt the South African Reserve Bank’s efforts to contain inflation. At the start of this year there were high hopes that the Bank would deliver at least two more 25-basis-point rate cuts this year. Those may now be dashed.
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South Africa
KZN travel agency helped bring back 150 S Africans from Middle East
Tensions escalated in the Middle East following US, Israeli air strikes on Iran and counter strikes.

South Africa
First state witness expected to testify in asbestos roof removal case
The accused including Ace Magashule face charges including fraud, corruption, and money laundering

South Africa
Lusikisiki mass murder trial adjourned to Wednesday
Six men are accused of the mass murder of 18 people in Lusikisiki.
South Africa
News24 | Twelve women running relay across SA to set world record and raise funds
A group of 12 South African women are running across the country to raise funds for charity. Their goal is to complete the distance between Musina and Cape Agulhas in just over a week in an attempt to set a world record and raise funds for Dynamic Women for Children.

World
Iran war widens, threatens to engulf Lebanon
The war over Iran engulfed more of the Middle East and beyond on Monday as Lebanon’s militant group Hezbollah responded to the killing of Iran’s spiritual leader with its first attack on Israel in more than a year.
World
News24 | US, Israel strikes kill 555 in Iran, several warplanes crash in Kuwait
A total of 555 people have been killed across Iran in US and Israeli strikes that began two days ago, the Iranian Red Crescent said.

World
Hezbollah strikes Israel as American and Israeli planes pound Iran
Iran and Iranian-backed militias fired missiles at Israel and Arab states, apparently hitting the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait, while Israel and the United States pounded targets in Iran on Monday.

World
7 key points in U.S.-Iran relations since 1953
The U.S. and Iran have a long history of tensions, including a CIA-led campaign to topple Iran’s prime minister in 1953 and the taking of American hostages in 1979.

Africa
Malawi’s new government drops corruption cases against senior officials
The move could undermine Lilongwe’s pursuit of a new programme with the International Monetary Fund

Africa
Former US diplomat sentenced to life for abusing two girls in Burkina Faso
He used the girls’ mother’s life-threatening illness as an opportunity to demand sex, said the US Office of Public Affairs.

Africa
At least 55 Ghanaians killed in Russia-Ukraine war, minister says
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.

Africa
Epstein tried to buy a palace in Morocco days before his arrest in 2019
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi – but the purchase was never completed.

Business
South African billionaire jumping into major insurance company
The Competition Commission has recommended that the Competition Tribunal approve the acquisition of South African insurer King Price and tech-based consultancy Porcupine Union without conditions.
Business

Business
Keeping collections human under pressure
AI is reshaping credit and collections in South Africa, this we know. We have to also understand the real winners aren’t the banks that rush the hardest into new tech.

Business
Here is the official petrol price for March
The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.

Politics
Ngcuka fails to avoid cross-examination at TRC Cases Inquiry
TRC Inquiry aims to probe allegations of political interference that prevented prosecution.

Politics
IPID report on the Phala Phala farm robbery has been declassified
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says the report was declassified on February 2 this year.

Politics
O’Sullivan to complete testimony at Ad hoc Committee on Thursday
O’Sullivan must confirm his appearance by midday failing which he will be summoned.

Politics
Madlanga Commission to hold Mogotsi in contempt
Brown Mogotsi sent word to the Commission that he has taken ill.

Sport
Confirmed: Biggest bank in Africa signs deal with Bafana Bafana
South African Football Association (SAFA) have announced a new partnership with Africa’s biggest bank Standard Bank.

Sport
MAD dash to F1 season opener as Middle East conflict hits travel
With the F1 season opener in Australia just days away, organisers and teams are scrambling to protect the start of the 2026 season …

Sport
Wish List makes history as first filly to win Cape Derby this century
Wish List glided through down the inside to triumph in the Grade 1 Lucky Fish Cape Derby over 2 000m at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth on Saturday.

Sport
Major doping allegation against Springboks
A leading overseas publication has suggested that drug-testing infrequency related to the Springboks casts a cloud over World Cup wins.
Education
Uganda: Mayiga Commissions Shs9bn Sekabaka Daudi Chwa II Building At King’s College Budo
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged students and leaders of King’s College Budo to jealously guard the school’s rich legacy and remain committed to excellence.
Education
Liberia: UL Honors FM Nyanti With Doctorate
[Liberian Observer] The University of Liberia (UL) has conferred an Honorary Doctorate Degree in International Relations on Foreign Minister, Sara Beysolow Nyanti, recognizing what it described as “enormous gains” for the country in the diplomatic arena since her appointment.
Education
Liberia: Censil University Graduates 41, Urges Class to Turn Education Into National Impact
[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA — Censil University conferred degrees and certificates on 41 graduates over the weekend, urging the Class of 2026 to transform academic achievement into service and tangible national impact.
Education
Tanzania: Russia, Tanzania Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation Through Defence and Education
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam — RUSSIA and Tanzania continue to strengthen their longstanding diplomatic relationship, expanding cooperation in defence, education, trade and political engagement.

Lifestyle
Thobeka Majozi pays homage to grandmother on her 95th birthday
‘Root of our faith’ are just some of the words Thobeka Majozi used to dedicate a sincere birthday message to her grandmother.
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Entertainment

Entertainment
Fuel prices rise again: Here’s what you’ll pay at the pump from Wednesday
Multiple factors contributed to the increase in petrol and diesel prices.

Entertainment
SA could be a big loser in Middle East conflict: Oil surges, stronger dollar hits rand
South Africa imports all of its oil. The country pays in dollars, but uses the rand.

Entertainment
SAFA announce Standard Bank as new sponsor
‘For our success to be sustainable we must continue beyond Mexico, the USA and Canada,’ said Safa president Danny Jordaan.

Science/Tech
Moonbet’s Secrets: Crypto Casino Winning Strategies For South African Players
South Africa is one of the most crypto-active countries in the world, with over 1.2 million users on Binance P2P alone. Most of that crowd already uses crypto for everyday transactions, especially on online casinos, like Moonbet. What’s Moonbet? It’s a newly launched crypto casino with a global player base, the talk of every crypto […]

Science/Tech
Best AirPods (2026): Which Apple Headphones Should You Buy?
From the AirPods Pro to the AirPods Max, these are the best headphones for your iPhone and beyond.

Science/Tech
AI-ready schools already exist – just not in physical classrooms
CambriLearn shows what AI-ready education looks like beyond announcements and accreditation.

Science/Tech
Claude Code flaw exposes AI website security gaps
The Anthropic AI coding tool flaw exposes the security risks of building websites with artificial intelligence.
Motoring

Motoring
New Chinese double-cab bakkie announced for South Africa
Chery has announced that a new double-cab bakkie coming to South Africa.

Motoring
Great news for motorists with speeding fines in South Africa’s richest province
Motorists have important rights when dealing with police roadblocks in South Africa’s biggest city.

Motoring
Luxury carmaker could lay off 20% of staff
Luxury British automaker Aston Martin may be forced to retrench up to 20% of its workforce.

Health
I spent 13 years in pain before doctors finally worked out why
Women with endometriosis say doctors failed to listen to them or take their pain seriously.
Health
How the Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine Changed Me Forever
Veterans and others who have suffered trauma and injuries are flocking to clinics around the world to take ibogaine. My own reason was deeply personal.
Health
Elite Doctors Served Jeffrey Epstein While Treating His ‘Girls’
A small stable of doctors gave V.I.P. medical services to the sex offender and the women around him. Some doctors bent or broke the ethical rules of their profession.
Health
Banks Are Becoming Bulwarks for Vulnerable Seniors
Older Americans are losing billions of dollars annually to financial exploitation. Banks and investment firms are training employees to spot red flags and stop the transactions.