Day: November 30, 2024
News24 | SA-born journalist Robyn Curnow goes in search of America but fails to find it
In "Searching for America," SA-born Journalist Robyn Curnow examines the conservative shift in US politics, the role of media fragmentation, and the resonating local concerns paralleling those in South Africa.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Facebook feud: Mr Gay World organisers in bitter court fight with Meta
The organisers of the Mr Gay World competition dragged Meta to the Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg this week in an urgent bid to regain control of their Facebook page after it was apparently hacked and hijacked.
Continue ReadingNews24 | HELLO WEEKEND | Diaan Lawrenson talks transformative new chapter as AFDA CEO
The latest edition of News24's weekly digital weekend magazine is stuffed full of interviews, reviews, excerpts, and in-depth stories. Enjoy the read.
Continue ReadingNews24 | ‘Very good interest’ in Shell’s SA fuel stations and depots, says chair
Shell's country chair says there is no shortage of interest in the South African assets up for sale.
Continue ReadingNews24 | ‘History is repeating itself’: ANC, Sadtu, GOOD reject BELA Act ‘agreement’
Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube says a process instituted by Solidarity at the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) should not be confused as a replacement for the consultations under way between parties within the government of national unity.
Continue ReadingNews24 | ‘Malume’ Temba embraces role as Proteas’ run-making bedrock
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma is indeed the uncle of his team as a leader, but has finally assumed head responsibility of being their chief century-maker after passing his third Test ton against Sri Lanka on Friday.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Wendy Knowler | Desperate for Ozempic? Dodgy drugs lie in wait
Laura's desperation to lose weight and manage her diabetes, and an Ozempic shortage in SA, led her to a supplier online. When she was sent steroids instead, she complained - but he just wished her "good luck", saying everything he sold was illegal.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Durban gun shop owner on trial for 8 Western Cape murders, but never pulled the trigger
A Durban gun shop owner pleaded not guilty to eight charges of murder and five of attempted murder linked to a gang he is accused of illegally selling guns to in bulk.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Claiming to fight for child rights and Christianity, abuser John Smyth left dark mark on SA law
British barrister John Smyth has been labelled as the most prolific serial abuser to be associated with the Church of England – but, because that abuse was covered up, he was able to leave his mark on some of South Africa’s most far-reaching court cases.
Continue ReadingNews24 | From Kokstad to Joburg: SETA board chairperson paid R1.6m to attend 64 meetings
The chairperson of a board of a state entity was paid more than R1.6 million to attend 64 meetings, an amount that included R1 million for travel and accommodation.
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