Day: February 28, 2025
News24 | ‘Sometimes there may be some good in Musk, Trump’s madness’ – Godongwana on red tape
The World Bank on Friday released a new report about drivers of inclusive growth in South Africa, namely competitive markets and efficient institutions.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Litter-ally unbelievable! Hijackers ambush Cape Town’s green mascot, Bingo
The City of Cape Town's green anti-litter mascot, Bingo, and its driver were hijacked in a Toyota Quantum in Gugulethu on Thursday.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Eight ‘suspects’ killed in shootouts with KZN police in just five days
This week alone, eight suspects have been killed in shootouts with the police in KwaZulu-Natal, after three were killed in Msinga on Friday morning.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Hope shattered: HIV support programmes face uncertain future after funding cuts
LifeLine's Dreams initiative was a beacon of hope for a woman from the Vaal Triangle living with HIV, uplifting her spirit and fortifying her with the strength to remain both physically vibrant and emotionally empowered.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Oldest Test cricketer dies in South Africa aged 98
Ron Draper, who was the oldest living Test cricketer, has died in Gqeberha at the age of 98 years and 63 days, his family said on Friday.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Con-serving cash: Inmates’ menu revised as SA prison authorities cut costs
In a bid to cut costs but ensure adequate nutrition, the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is implementing changes to its 12-day-cycle meal plan for inmates across the country.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Referendum Party was late in declaring donation of nearly R1m, says IEC
The secessionist Referendum Party was late in reporting a donation of almost R1 million from the Cape Independence Advocacy Group, which was received in June last year and could now find itself in hot water with the Electoral Commission of South Africa.
Continue ReadingNews24 | PIC confirms it rejected R23bn Barloworld bid, says it has governance concerns
The Public Investment Corporation on Friday confirmed it voted against a R23-billion offer for SA's exclusive dealer of Caterpillar. It also voted against reelecting Barloworld directors at its AGM last week due to its governance concerns.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Ex-St John’s Preparatory school teacher arrested on charges of sexually assaulting boy nearly 20 years ago
A former St John's Preparatory school teacher, who has been accused of abusing boys in his care, has been arrested on charges of sexual assault and sexual grooming.
Continue ReadingNews24 | Lawson Naidoo | NPA head Shamila Batohi’s successor has their work cut out
The jury is still out on whether Shamila Batohi succeeded in restoring the NPA's ability to deliver on its constitutional mandate to prosecute without fear, favour or prejudice, writes Lawson Naidoo.
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