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Springboks possible dual-captaincy

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-07-23 16:38

SPRINGBOKS EXPLORE DUAL-CAPTAINCY The Springboks are contemplating a dual-captaincy strategy for their upcoming Rugby Championship campaign. Duane Vermeulen and Eben Etzebeth, seasoned players, are top contenders for the shared captaincy role. ALSO READ: Springboks forwards on trial for Rugby World Cup spots in the Rugby Championship This innovative approach could transform South African rugby. Coaches Rassie Erasmus and Jacques Nienaber […]

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Strong cold front to bring temperature drop to SA

By Storm Simpson 06-07-23 16:17

South Africans will experience chilly conditions in the coming days as a strong cold front is expected to make landfall in the Western Cape on Friday evening, 7 July. The effects of the weather system will eventually be felt in the eastern parts of the country, according to the South African Weather Service (SAWS). COLD FRONT TO […]

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Guide: How to choose the best bookmaker in SA

By Tanyaradzwa Pamhirwa 06-07-23 16:07

Online betting has been dominating the South African online gambling market in recent years, with statistics by the National Gambling Board (NGB) showing that the largest percent of the revenue in 2022 was made by betting operators. NGB’s latest report indicates that the statewide revenue of gambling reached almost R35 million, which is an increase […]

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Banyana Banyana lands extra after lack of support from Jordaan

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-07-23 16:02

Players of Banyana Banyana became almost overnight millionaires ahead of their Fifa Women’s World Cup trip on Wednesday. This comes after days of defiance and talks resulted in South African businessman Patrice Motsepes, pitched in a sizeable amount after a lack of support from Danny Jordaan. Following what has been a week of testing the […]

Presidency welcomes outcome of Zuma’s private prosecution bid

By Mimi Mfundisi 06-07-23 15:37

The Presidency has welcomed the Johannesburg High Court’s judgement to have the private prosecution instigated against the head of state, set aside. This is following months of court battles, dating back to when the bid was first brought forward in December 2022, by his predecessor, Jacob Zuma. Zuma, who brought about the bid, was amid […]

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The richest South Africans in the world today – 6 July

By Shyleen Choruma 06-07-23 15:36

Money makes money and these three South Africans have made a lot of it over the years. And by a lot, we mean a LOT! The Bloomberg Billionaires Index is a daily ranking of the world’s richest people. The figures are updated at the close of every trading day in New York. In terms of the overall world list, South […]

Boksburg gas leak: Death toll rises to 17

By AFP 06-07-23 15:27

At least 17 people, including three children, died near Johannesburg from a leak of toxic gas apparently used for scavenging gold at an abandoned mine, rescue services said on Thursday. HAVE YOUR SAY | POLL | The new ‘BLUE’ Springbok jersey: Like it or loathe it? Emergency teams received a call at around 20:00 on Wednesday about […]

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Orlando Pirates defender might be on his way out

By Eliot Mahlase 06-07-23 15:16

Orlando Pirates defender Olisa Ndah might be his way out of the club before the end of the month. Earlier this year, the Nigerian defender was reported to be a target for clubs in Greece, Serie A and Major League Soccer Ndah has spent two seasons with the Buccaneers, but since scoring an own goal […]

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Prison Journalism: Changing the narrative

By Jeffrey Shockley 06-07-23 15:07

“We can not consider ourselves to be abolitionists, yet work to uphold the system we’re said to be abolishing…” especially when we continue to drain our communities every 15 minute collect phone call; messages sent, letters posted asking, often demanding J-Pays like the addict stealing Christmas presents from the children we claim to love. ACCOUNTABILITY […]

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Top 10 best-selling bakkies in South Africa

By TheSouthAfrican.com 06-07-23 14:22

There was a lot to smile about in the June vehicle sales data as 46 810 units were sold, that translated into year-on-year growth of 14%, according to the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa). In the light-commercial vehicle (LCV) category, 13 945 units were sold in June, according to Car Magazine. That figure includes […]

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Elon Musk predicts fully autonomous vehicles for Tesla

By AFP 06-07-23 14:13

Electric car giant Tesla is set to realise fully autonomous vehicles “later this year”, CEO Elon Musk said Thursday, in the billionaire’s latest forecast for the long-anticipated milestone. ALSO READ: WATCH: Some crazy soul built a turbodiesel Tesla Model S “In terms of where Tesla is at this stage, I think we are very close to achieving full […]

Former street beggar enhances cleaning and safety in Hillbrow

By GCIS Vuk’uzenzele 06-07-23 13:56

Prince Yabo (24) is an urban ranger in Hillbrow situated at the Johannesburg central business district. Until March 2023, he spent the greater part of his day begging in the corner stores of the precinct. This changed when he was given an opportunity to be part of the Urban Space Management (USM) initiative which cleans […]

Unforgettable Water Activities Await with Butinah Charters in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

By Tanyaradzwa Pamhirwa 06-07-23 13:32

Drink at Butinah Charters, your premier destination for thrilling water sports and indelible voyaging adventures in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Our charge is to give you stylish services, state-of-the-art outfits, and expert guidance to ensure a stirring experience. In this composition, we will explore the instigative water conditioning of volleyball court Dubai, wakeboarding, and voyaging, showcasing […]

Ramaphosa urges investigators into what caused fatal gas leak

By Storm Simpson 06-07-23 13:17

At least 17 people died due to a gas leak in the Angelo informal settlement in Boksburg, Gauteng, on Wednesday, 5 July. Emergency services first reported that 24 people had died, this total was revised to 16, and according to reports another individual died in hospital early on Thursday. READ: ‘Very cold, wet and windy’: Another […]

Gas leakage in South African slum leaves 16 dead

By AFP 06-07-23 13:07

At least 16 people, including children, have died after a gas leakage at a South African slum near Johannesburg, emergency services said Thursday 6 July 2023, revising the death toll after some people were resuscitated. The Wednesday night disaster thought to be linked to illegal mining activities, occurred at the Angelo informal settlement east of […]

Sasria launches document on July 2021 unrest

Sasria launches document on July 2021 unrest

By Fazila Olla 06-07-23 12:24

Two years since the events of July 2021, the South African Special Risk Insurance Association (Sasria) has launched a documentary titled The Unrest. The much-anticipated documentary tells the pivotal role played by Sasria – a public enterprise non-life insurance company – during and post the July 2021 unrest in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. The documentary premiered […]

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Dollar was higher on Thursday, yen treads water

By Mercury 06-07-23 12:23

Reuters: The dollar was higher on Thursday, after the release of minutes from the Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting cemented market expectations for a rate hike this month. U.S. DOLLAR WAS HIGHER In Asia, the yen hovered near the key 145 per dollar level that spurred intervention by Japanese authorities last September, while a faltering […]

Larry Nyoni, Barrister Turned Hero

Barrister turned hero, needs your help

By Fazila Olla 06-07-23 12:22

Larry Nyoni (28), a dedicated father hailing from Yeoville, Johannesburg, and working as a barrister for the Just Darling coffee van, has emerged as a true hero after demonstrating exceptional courage in the face of a life-threatening situation at Marist Brothers Linmeyer. It was a fateful day on Friday, the 23rd of June 2023, the […]

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