Month: August 2024
News24 | Akani and company advance to a lit Olympic semifinal
Sprinters Akani Simbine, Shaun Maswanganyi and Benjamin Richardson gave Team SA a positive start on day 8 of the Paris Olympics in France, with all three advancing to tonight’s 100m semifinals.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Zimbabwe’s new currency holds fort amid fears of an exchange rate implosion
Zimbabwe's introduction of the ZiG currency, backed by gold reserves, to stabilise inflation and the economy, is receiving mixed reactions from the market and international bodies.
Continue ReadingNews24 | WATCH | Working ducks and cattle help this Stellenbosch farm combat pests, improve soil health
Vergenoegd Löw, one of the country's oldest working farms in Stellenbosch has been using Indian Runner ducks since 1984 to fight pests, among other solutions that work with nature and not against it.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Biden uncertain, but voices hope Iran will stand down amid retaliation fears
US President Joe Biden has expressed hope Iran would stand down despite its threat to avenge the assassination of Hamas’ leader in Tehran, as fears mounted that Israel’s war against Palestinian militants in Gaza could escalate into a wider Middle East conflict.
Continue ReadingNews24 | The lost waters of Lesotho: Climate change behind disappearing oasis
Hidden in the rugged mountains of Lesotho, scientists have unearthed a startling discovery of an ancient lake that once teemed with life, before the harsh winds of climate change blew in.
Continue ReadingNews24 | LIVE BY DESIGN | What questions inform living by design: A path to fulfilment and legacy?
Live by Design is a weekly News24 column by Dr Helena Dolny and Mapi Mhlangu on mortality and the conversations around it.
Continue ReadingNews24 | CAPTURE CHRONICLES | A R20-million mansion, booze and cash: How a lawyer buttered up KZN water chief
The disgraced chief executive of Mhlathuze Water, Mthokozisi Duze, allegedly received bribes from a contractor and used the money to build a plush R20 million mansion and stock up on booze for his upmarket nightclub.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Youngsters doing it for themselves, despite having famous parents
Navigating the entertainment industry with famous parents can easily dim one’s light. People can always refer to you as so and so’s child, without mentioning your name but bringing up your parent’s name, making it look as if you have it much easier.
Continue ReadingNews24 | R1 billion Gauteng feeding scheme tender battle escalates, putting millions of hungry kids at risk
After 47 firms were awarded the R1 billion tender, one losing bidder is crying foul, and now wants to force the department into emergency procurement.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Government of no unity: DA fears ANC plans to hijack national dialogue
Numerous organisations have raised concerns about the inclusivity of the national dialogue, saying it requires wide consultation beyond the governing party and Nedlac.
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