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City of Ekurhuleni accused of failing to implement load shedding

By Nokwanda Ncwane 26-07-23 16:21

Eskom says it will now directly implement load shedding to City of Ekurhuleni (CoE) customers in all the substations that were previously handed over to the municipality to manage. According to the power utility  the City of Ekurhuleni failed to comply by not adhering to the NRS 048-9:2019 code of practice which requires electricity distributor licence holders […]

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British Airways hands out KFC chicken on flight with catering issues

By Sundeeka Mungroo 26-07-23 16:10

BRITISH AIRWAYS SERVES UP KFC CHICKEN Sometimes the most exciting part and something many passengers look forward to on board long-haul flights are the inflight meals. Whether you choose the chicken or the beef, a meal is almost certainly guaranteed. Unfortunately for passengers on a recent British Airways flight to Providenciales, Turks & Caicos to […]

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Sterling traded higher but stays close to two-week lows

By Mercury 26-07-23 15:36

Reuters: Sterling traded higher against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, staging a small rebound after a seven-day losing streak, but stayed close to a two-week low as traders keep their attention on Britain’s floundering economy. BRITISH POUND STERLING TRADED HIGHER At 1023 GMT, the pound was 0.16% up against the dollar at $1.28460 , while […]

New SuperSport anchorman explains departure from Sundowns

By Phumzile Ngcatshe 26-07-23 15:09

Newly signed SuperSport United midfield anchorman Grant Margeman has shared the details of his recent departure from Mamelodi Sundowns. The former Ajax Cape Town star midfielder spent the past season on loan at SuperSport from Sundowns before making a permanent move last week. ALSO READ I Banyana’s Ellis on why underfire Swart started ahead of Dlamini […]

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Tragedy strikes as migrant boat sinks off Western Sahara

By AFP 26-07-23 14:52

At least five Moroccans drowned when their boat sank off Western Sahara, a rights group said on Tuesday, as crossing attempts by migrants hoping to reach Europe multiply from the area. ALSO READ: Eight dead after boat capsizes off Senegal On Saturday authorities said six migrants drowned off northern Morocco trying to reach Spain. Mohamed Zendour, […]

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Prison journalism: May is Mental Health Awareness Month

By Jeffrey Shockley 26-07-23 13:16

Mental Health is about the way you think and feel and your ability to deal with ups and downs, and unexpected tum arounds that often have us each bound down behind these lines of misunderstanding. Mental Health, Substance Abuse or Co-occuring challenges and their recovery processes are an all day, every day continual struggle, often for life. […]

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Tragic migrant boat capsize off Senegal’s coast claims 16 lives

By AFP 26-07-23 12:46

Senegal on Tuesday announced one more death following a migrant boat capsize off the coast of the capital Dakar, taking the total to 16. ALSO READ: Senegalese boat sinks off Morocco coast leaving 13 migrants dead Officials had initially reported 15 people died when the wooden boat overturned overnight Sunday to Monday. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in […]

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Tax 101: Reduce your contribution with tax-free savings accounts

By SAPeople 26-07-23 12:31

The 2023 filing season has been in full swing since July 7 and runs till 23 October 2023 for individual taxpayers. Tax-free savings accounts are the easiest and most effective way to reduce your tax contribution when filing season rolls around. Here’s everything you need to know to get cash bank every year … TAX-FREE SAVINGS ACCOUNTS Reduce your annual tax contribution with tax-free […]

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One Bafana midfielder in, another heading out at Pirates

By Craig Lewis 26-07-23 12:18

Although Pirates have recently welcomed some new signings, it stands to reason that they will also have to let some players go who do not fit into the current plans of the team. It’s now reported by SABC Sport that midfielder Goodman Mosele will be sent out on loan for the 2023/24 season, with the Bafana international having struggled […]

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Kaizer Chiefs academy product set for lifeline under Molefi Ntseki!

By Yolulwe Qoshe 26-07-23 12:09

Kaizer Chiefs have announced the signings of seven players in the transfer window thus far, with one expected player exit now expected to stay! READ | REVEALED | HOW KAIZER CHIEFS MISSED OUT ON ROWAN HUMAN TO AMAZULU So far Chiefs have announced, Thathayoane Ditlhokwe, Given Msimango, Mduduzi Mdantsane, Edson Castillo, Pule Mmodi, Ranga Chivaviro and Tebogo Potsane. READ | ORLANDO PIRATES NEW SIGNING ALREADY […]

Tupac Shakur’s iconic crown ring sells for $1 million

By AFP 26-07-23 12:03

A gold, ruby and diamond crown ring worn by rap legend Tupac Shakur during his last public appearance sold for $1 million at auction in New York Tuesday. ALSO READ: Drip, drip! Karim Benzema channels Tupac at Ballon d’Or The winning bid was well above Sotheby’s pre-sale estimate of between $200,000 and $300,000 and becomes the […]

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Elon Musk’s ‘X.com’ domain was made ‘possible’ by tech experts

By SAPeople 26-07-23 11:45

Investor and billionaire Elon Musk is no stranger to strange decisions, like the rumoured cage fight against Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg. Musk bought the social network giant Twitter for approximately $44 billion in 2022 and recently announced his plans to change Twitter and its familiar blue bird to a simple X instead. . Musk has been sitting on the domain […]

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President William Ruto offers dialogue with Raila Odinga

By AFP 26-07-23 11:24

Kenyan President William Ruto said Tuesday he is ready to meet opposition leader Raila Odinga “anytime” after months of anti-government protests that have sparked international alarm and calls for dialogue. ALSO READ: Civilian plane crash in war-torn Sudan leaves nine dead “As you have always known, am available to meet one on one with you […]

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SA TikTok star Khanyisa takes Times Square by storm

By Precious Simpasa 26-07-23 10:39

Rising South African TikTok star Khanyisa Jeceni, was featured on a massive billboard in Times Square, marking a significant achievement in her career. ALSO READ: Halala! Lloyiso Gijana shines bright on billboard in Times Square MAMA, I MADE IT Khanyisa Jeceni, affectionately called the ‘Vula Vula hitmaker,’ took to social media to share her excitement. […]

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Rugby World Cup 2023: Every team’s nickname

By Mariette Adams 26-07-23 08:29

In the list below, we explore the fascinating nicknames of the 20 teams who qualified for the 2023 Rugby World Cup taking place in France later this year. Team nicknames are affectionate monikers given to sports teams that are often derived from the team of its country’s history, characteristics, or cultural significance. One of the […]

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Daily Lotto: Here are Tuesday, 25 July’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 25-07-23 21:39

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Tuesday, 25 July 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Tuesday, 25 […]

Banyana v Argentina: Do or Die for Desiree Ellis’ charges

By Eliot Mahlase 25-07-23 19:02

Banyana Banyana face-off against Argentina in a must-win in match on Friday. The South African women’s national team narrowly lost to Sweden 2-1 in their opening game of the 2023 Women’s World Cup on Sunday. The defeat means that Desiree Ellis and her charges need to beat Argentina to stay in the tournament of Friday. ALSO READ: Hai […]

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Powerball: Here are Tuesday, 25 July’s results and numbers

By Sonja Baartman 25-07-23 21:04

It’s nearly time for Tuesday, 25 July 2023’s PowerBall and PowerBall Plus draws. Here are the numbers – and hopefully they mean one thing: You are South Africa’s latest multi-millionaire. POWERBALL AND POWERBALL PLUS JACKPOTS ESTIMATED AT: R28 million (PowerBall) R3 million (PowerBall Plus) If you really want your share of the jackpot, you have […]

New by-law sees Cape Town IMPOUND vehicles with missing number plates

By SAPeople 25-07-23 18:57

The City of Cape Town is taking a zero tolerance approach to motorists who break the law, by enforcing the amended traffic by-laws of 2021. Prior to the traffic by-lawscoming into effect in July 2023, the city could only issue fines to motorists for offences such as vehicles with missing number plates or number plates […]

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Russian fighter jets endanger US drones in Syria

By AFP 25-07-23 18:52

Russian fighter aircraft dropped flares above a US drone as it took part in a mission against the Islamic State jihadist group in Syria, damaging its propeller, a US commander said Tuesday. ALSO READ: Unusual encounter: Russian bride runs to Putin for picture [Video] The United States has accused Russian pilots of putting both aircraft and crewmembers […]

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MLS-bound Cassius Mailula looks forward to Toronto FC future

By Yolulwe Qoshe 25-07-23 18:46

Mamelodi Sundowns are preparing to say goodbye to one of their academy products Cassius Mailula, who is set to sign for MLS side Toronto FC. READ | KAIZER CHIEFS SET TO OFFER KEY PLAYER A CONTRACT EXTENSION? Last week, Sundowns released an official statement confirming that they were in negotiations with a North American club for Mailula, which has now been revealed […]

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FlyNamibia to get global access by joining Airlink

By Sundeeka Mungroo 25-07-23 18:37

AIRLINK AND FLYNAMIBIA TEAM UP Privately-owned domestic and regional airline for Namibia, FlyNamibia, has officially joined Airlink’s Global Distribution System (GDS) in an effort to promote their services to a wider market. A GDS is regarded as a network system owned or operated by a company, in this case, Airlink, that enables transactions between travel industry […]

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Trevor Noah writes another book: Here’s when you can buy a copy

By Garrin Lambley 25-07-23 18:33

South African comedian Trevor Noah has confirmed that he has written a new book that will hit shelves on 31 October 2023. The title of the book is Into The Uncut Grass. ALSO READ | Missing luggage and arguments: Inside Trevor Noah’s Paris trip Noah, 39, shared the cover on social media with the book described as an “illustrated fable […]

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